Amsterdam Old Town Highlights Private Guided Walking Tour

Overview

Discover the heritage of Amsterdam’s Old Town with a 5-Star Guide. See the Anne Frank House, Dam Square, Beurs van Berlage, Red Light District and more. 2-hour: Old Town Highlights Tour Discover a brief history of Amsterdam on a short walking tour of the Old Town and see the Anne Frank House, Dam Square, Oude Kerk, Royal Palace (outside), and other highlights. 3-hour: Old Town & Basilica Book an extended tour to visit Westerkerk, the Basilica of Saint Nicholas and Begijnhof and see the Anne Frank House, Dam Square and more highlights of the Old Town. 4-hour: Old Town, Basilica & Skydeck Book this tour to visit Amsterdam's Top-Rated 360° Skydeck, Westerkerk, St. Nicholas' Basilica and Begijnhof, and see the highlights of the Old Town, such as the Anne Frank House. 6-hour: Old Town, Basilica, Skydeck & Royal Palace Choose this tour to visit the Royal Palace, Amsterdam's Top-Rated 360° Skydeck, Westerkerk, St. Nicholas' Basilica and Begijnhof, and see the highlights of the Old Town.

What's included

• ✓(number of attractions depends on the selected option)
• ✓Free admission to Westerkerk, St. Nicholas Basilica and Begijnhof (3, 4 and 6-hour options only)
• ✓5-Star Licensed Guide who is fluent in the language selected when booking
• ✓Skip-the-line tickets to the Top-Rated 360° Skydeck (4 and 6-hour options only)
• ✓Skip-the-line tickets to the Royal Palace (6-hour option only)
• ✓Private Walking Tour of Amsterdam's Old Town and Top Attractions
• ✓Pick up from accommodation (Old Town only)

• ✕Admission to the Westerkerk Church Tower
• ✕Free admission to Westerkerk, St. Nicholas Basilica and Begijnhof (in 2-hour option)
• ✕Skip-the-line tickets to the Top-Rated 360° Skydeck (in 2 and 3-hour options)
• ✕Skip-the-line tickets to the Royal Palace (in 2, 3 and 4-hour options)
• ✕Pick up from accommodation outside the Old Town

What you'll do

1. 1

   Meet your guide next to the Anne Frank Monument, Westermarkt 74, 1016 DL Amsterdam, Netherlands

   ⏱ 10 min
2. 2

   Your tour will start outside Westerkerk, near the house where Anne Frank wrote her famous diary while hiding from the Nazis. Your Private Guide will share many interesting stories as you explore the narrow streets, bridges and canals of the Old Town.

   ⏱ 50 min
3. 3

   In the Dam Square you will admire highlights such as the National Monument, New Church (Nieuwe Kerk) and the Royal Palace. You'll also discover hidden gems such as the Beurs van Berlage - an imposing former stock exchange building, and pass the edge of the Red Light District to see the Oude Kerk, Amsterdam's oldest building with a connection to Van Gogh and Rembrandt.

   ⏱ 1 hour
4. 4

   Inside the 17th century Westerkerk you will see an original Duyschot organ and a remembrance stone to Rembrandt, while Amsterdam’s only basilica will amaze you with a stunning Neo-Baroque and Neo-Renaissance interior with frescos and stained glass The guide will also show you the highlights of the trendy De 9 Straatjes and Begijnhof, a former women's religious community with a serene courtyard surrounded by typical Dutch houses dating to the 15th century. Discover interesting places that most tourists miss!

   ⏱ 1 hour
5. 5

   Learn more about Amsterdam with a visit to its Top-Rated 360° Skydeck. On this extended walking tour you will pass the wonderful Central Station and take a ferry ride to Overhoeks district, where you will get to the top of a modern skyscraper to enjoy the views. With skip-the line tickets you can beat the crowds to this popular attraction and get a new perspective of Amsterdam. Admire the maze of narrow streets and canals from the 20th-floor observation deck!

Availability & pricing

4 tour options available. Pick your exact date & check live availability on the booking page.

Good to know

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Please check your email the day before the tour for important information.
• Please note that the number of attractions depends on the selected option.
• Admission to churches during masses and special events is restricted.
• Westerkerk is open Monday to Saturday at 11am - 3pm. Tower tickets are not included.
• The Basilica of Saint Nicholas is open Monday to Saturday at 12pm - 5pm.
• Skip-the-line tickets to the Top-Rated Skydeck and the Royal Palace are timed, so it’s important to arrive on time. You can skip the line at the ticket office but not at the entrance and security checks.
• The Royal Palace is closed when the royal family is in the house, so this attraction may be replaced with a visit to the New Church.
• In Amsterdam, 1 licensed guide can lead a group of 1-15 people, so the price will be higher if you need more than 1 guide.
• Pickup service is only available from accommodations within 1,5 km from the designated meeting point.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.