Amsterdam
Explore Noord, the trendy neighborhood with a twist
Neighborhood Discoveries • 3 hours
5.0
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Explore Noord, the trendy neighborhood with a twist
Take a 5-min ferry ride to the capital's coolest neighborhood and swap the crowds of tourists for quiet parks, laidback cafes and creative local vibe
What makes this experience special
Key highlights
- Visit Noord, Amsterdam’s trendiest and most diverse neighborhood with a host by your side
- Discover the contrasts between urban vs nature and traditional vs contemporary that exist here
- Visit some of the city’s most iconic waterfront museums
- Get off the beaten path and discover local eateries, idyllic gardens, and urban skate parks
- Explore the city’s most unusual flea market which has a different theme each day
- Stroll through the neighborhood at your own pace and discover hidden gems off the tourist circuit
- Stop to enjoy a coffee and grab something to eat at a neighborhood café or get street food from a nearby market
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
Explore Noord, Amsterdam’s edgiest neighborhood, known for its diversity and atmosphere of contrasts. Join one of our hosts as they show you around this trendy hub of artists, craftspeople, and creatives in a personalized experience of the rejuvenated industrial center.
Experience its complex character as you take in clean, modern architecture flanked by charming, traditional homes. There are many plush green spaces in Noord, home to various sustainable community projects – perhaps go find out what they are all about?
Your host will take you past the NDSM Werf, a former shipping yard turned gritty urban skate park, and stroll with you along the idyllic Noordhollandsch Canal (maybe stop in at Windmill D’Admiraal for a beer).
From the Pekmarkt flea market, which has a different theme each day (we can’t even coordinate our socks every day), to the wonderful local bistros, Noord is just one of those places that must be experienced and your host will have the know-how!
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
Christoph,
Jun 2017
Sehr netter und höflicher Guide. Gute Ortskenntnis, gutes geschichtliches und gutes Hinzergrundwissen. Eine gute Entscheidung, dieses Event zu buchen.
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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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Olivia,
Jan 2025
This tour was lovely and catered to my likes/dislikes with more added to it. I did schedule a 6 hour tour and I think it could have been done in 4 hours. I will say, it was nice to see a few extra things and go at a slow pace. My guide, Wendy was very pleasant and knowledgeable. If you have doubts, please do not and book the tour!
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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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Lynn,
Jan 2025
Very interesting overview of Amsterdam Excellent orientation to a city that’s a little tricky to navigate. We saw a lot and learned a lot from our wonderful guide, Anna.
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