Hi, I’m Elle
Hi, I’m Elle
I’ve lived in Amsterdam for 6 years
I speak English and some Dutch
I am Tour Guide
Welcome! I'm Elle, your vibrant local host in Amsterdam. I’ve lived here for six years and have been a tour guide for the past two. You’ll often find me pedaling through the city on my trusty bike, uncovering hidden gems tucked away in unexpected corners. I know Amsterdam inside and out and even run a food business in the iconic Jordaan area. I’m also familiar with the fascinating spots around the main canal belt, the Red Light District, and De Wallen—Rembrandt’s old stomping grounds. If you’re a history buff, I’d be delighted to share some of Amsterdam’s rich and captivating past with you. I regularly attend events and live music shows, so I can recommend great venues for music, comedy, or both! Plus, I know plenty of reasonably priced restaurants with a lively vibe that are worth visiting. Tell me what you’d like to see, and I’ll do my best to make your Amsterdam experience unforgettable. Let me show you my city!
My knowledge & interests
Communications
Food
History
Music
Street food
Local cuisine
Food markets
Unique & unusual foods
Street art
Parks
Gardens
Political history
Economic history
Social history
Religious history
Modern architecture
Third wave coffee
Vintage shops
Street markets
Traditional culture
Religious customs
Lifestyle culture
Rituals & ceremonial customs
Alternative or underground culture
Vegetarian food
Vegan food
Painting
Thrift stores
Second-hand markets
Specialty shops
Bookstores
Wildlife photography
Rock music
Country music
Indie music
My reviews
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Rainy cold day in Amsterdam but our tour with Elle was wonderful. Amsterdam when cloudy and rainy is still beautiful and gives the city a different look and vibe. Our tour guide was wonderful and showed us the city from a local perspective which is so wonderful. Not a large group mega tour but a personal experience. Ask for Elle who was the best tour guide!!!!
Sep 2025
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Great walking tour with Elle. Walked to most of the central city areas. Good overview. You can customize to let them know what you would like to see.
Sep 2025
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Elle was great. We felt comfortable with her right away and really appreciated her candor and opinions. She really went above and beyond for us!
Sep 2025
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Had a great time! It was my first time in Amsterdam and Elle did a great job showing me around, explaining some of the ins and outs of navigating the city, and providing a lot of historic detail! She was able to answer a lot of my questions and I had so much fun chatting with her. Overall, had a great experience and would recommend this tour to anyone, especially those new to Amsterdam!
May 2025