Amsterdam
Kickstart your trip to Amsterdam
City Essentials: First Day • 3 hours
4.9
(118)
Kickstart your trip to Amsterdam
The perfect 3-hour experience for your first day in Amsterdam. Get oriented and gain tips from your host to make the most of the rest of your visit.
What makes this experience special
Key highlights
- See the most famous attractions in the area you would like to explore with your host
- Get tips and advice from your host about things to do during your stay
- Ask any questions you have about exploring Amsterdam
- Walk the streets with a local - you’ll be surprised at how much faster you feel at home
- Ditch the tourist traps and get right into the good stuff that locals also love
What to know before you go
Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.
3 hours
Fully tailored to your preferences
English Other languages may be requested
What’s included
Private and personalized experience
3 hours with a host
Walking experience
Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)
What’s not included
Food and drinks
Tickets to any attractions
Transportation costs
Gratuities (optional)
Meeting point
Your hotel/apartment or any other central locationCancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experienceWhat to bring
- We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and carrying a light bag for your essentials.
- Public transport may be used during the experience - please bring a travel card or small amount of cash for fares.
How your day could unfold
A flexible, unscripted experience designed entirely around your interests. Your host will adapt the day based on what excites you mostWhat you’ll do
Ah Amsterdam, you dreamy thing. You’ll join one of our local Amsterdam hosts, as they show you their mischievous city in a bespoke experience tailored just for you! Orientate yourself among the Golden Age canals as you take to the cobbled streets - there’s no telling what you might find.
Tulip traders, floating bookstores, monasteries converted into homes, hidden gardens, vinyl stores, and witty streetside attractions are all waiting for you. Don’t be afraid to ask your host questions and take advantage of their local know-how.
Sip on cold brew coffees as you stop by at the Van Gogh Museum, or visit the authentic architectural wonder that is Beginhof. Our host just can’t wait to share their home city with you and soon, we hope, you’ll be feeling at home too once they’ve shared their tips for where to eat, how to get around, and spilled a local secret or two.
P.S. Watch out for the bikes! We’re serious, it’s wild out there.
1. Select a date
2. Select start time
3. Tailor your experience
Answer a few quick questions to help your host craft the perfect day tailored to you.
1. What’s your preferred hosting style?
2. How would you like the pace of your day?
3. What’s your walking comfort level?
4. Are you celebrating something special?
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What travelers think of this experience
Rose,
Feb 2025
Very nice tour! Pilar was excellent and very knowledgeable, we walked to all the popular areas in town.
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Luis,
Feb 2025
Gran experiencia Alan nuestro partner mas que guia, un paseo tan ameno por amsterdam que realmente hemos disfrutado mucho Estuvimos en amsterdam en stop over de 24 hrs por lo que fue de mucha ayuda este tour Super recomendable Great experience Alan, our partner more than a guide, such a pleasant walk through Amsterdam that we really enjoyed a lot We were in Amsterdam during a 24-hour stopover, so this tour was very helpful. Super recommended Thank you Alan outstanding Gracias Alan outstanding
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Tinney,
Jan 2025
Wendy was an outstanding guide for my clients’ Amsterdam tour! Her communication with me as their travel agent before the trip was exceptional, which set the stage for a seamless experience. My clients were absolutely thrilled with the custom tour she created specifically for them based on a pre-departure questionnaire form—it was everything they needed to adjust to city. I was impressed with Wendy’s professionalism and attention to detail, and I will definitely continue booking with this company. Wendy will be our go-to guide for future trips. Thank you for such an amazing experience for my clients!
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Eric,
Nov 2024
We stumbled onto the annual Sinta Claus parade and Greg leaned into that, explaining what was going on and the customs around the date and procession.
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Graham,
Nov 2024
An excellent guided off the beaten track tour that delivered exactly what we were after. Great communication before the tour from Lurel, our guide who was knowledgeable and informative
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Graham,
Nov 2024
Our guide delivered just what we had requested and gave us a really interesting and informative tour with great pointers for restaurants and other things gor us to do during the remainder of our stay
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