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City Kickstart Tour: Amsterdam

New To The Site! Amsterdam, Netherlands

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3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

This isn’t your typical city tour, it’s your all-in-one cultural power hour (or two) crafted for anyone who wants maximum impact in minimum time.

In just a few tightly packed hours, you’ll hit the best of Amsterdam without the fluff. Start strong with a curated, high-efficiency visit to the Rijksmuseum—zero aimless wandering, just the greatest hits, brought to life by a passionate storyteller who makes Dutch Masters unforgettable without the art history lecture.

From there, we hit the streets for a fast-paced walking tour through the heart of the city, charming canals, iconic architecture, and the energy of Dam Square. It’s a crash course in Amsterdam’s character, designed to give you the feels without eating up your day.

Perfect for a layover or a jam-packed itinerary, this tour is all about bang for your buck and minutes. You’ll walk away with incredible photos, real cultural insight, and that rare feeling of actually having seen the place, without missing your next commitment.

What's Included

  • Skip-the-line access and curated 2-hour Rijksmuseum tour
  • Local expert guide (English-speaking)
  • 1.5-hour guided walking tour through key historic neighborhoods
  • Gratuities
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Paulus Potterstraat
1071 CZ Amsterdam, Netherlands

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

Dam
1012 Amsterdam, Netherlands

What To Expect

Rijksmuseum

Step into the heart of the Dutch Golden Age with a curated tour of the Rijksmuseum, designed to highlight the most iconic works in record time. This 2-hour tour focuses on the "must-sees" without the overwhelm—from Rembrandt’s The Night Watch and Vermeer’s The Milkmaid to the symbolism, scandal, and secrets hidden in Dutch masterpieces.Your expert guide will blend storytelling, history, and a bit of wit to bring centuries of art and Amsterdam’s rise to power to life—perfect for travelers short on time but big on curiosity.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Canal Ring (Grachtengordel) (Pass By)

Exit the museum and stroll across the architecturally grand Museumplein, home to the city’s most prestigious cultural institutions. As you walk, your guide will point out key landmarks, offer fun insights into Dutch culture, and lead you through quiet side streets into the charming canal district—away from the tourist traps, into the soul of the city.
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Bloemenmarkt

We’ll wind through Amsterdam’s iconic 17th-century canal belt, a UNESCO World Heritage site built on trade, power, and some very progressive ideas. Along the way, you’ll pass elegant merchant houses, crooked canal bridges, and the occasional bicycle pile-up—all with colorful commentary.You’ll stop briefly at the Bloemenmarkt, the world’s only floating flower market, where tulips, souvenirs, and local charm bloom year-round.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Kalverstraat (Pass By)

The final leg of the tour follows Kalverstraat, Amsterdam’s busiest shopping street, into the historic core. You’ll end at Dam Square, the symbolic heart of the city, where royalty, revolution, and pigeons all meet.Your guide will leave you here with tips for the rest of your time—whether that’s hopping back to the airport or exploring a bit more on your own.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the City Kickstart Tour: Amsterdam?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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  • Skip-the-line access and curated 2-hour Rijksmuseum tour
  • Local expert guide (English-speaking)
  • 1.5-hour guided walking tour through key historic neighborhoods
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Free Cancellation

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).

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