Amsterdam
Kickstart your trip to Amsterdam
City Essentials: First Day • 3 hours
5.0
(208)
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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Mary Shaddock
Oct 2025
Gerg was absolutely delightful. We love history and architecture. Gerg pointed out so many things that we would not have seen on our own. He is a keeper!!
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Daniel
Oct 2025
Anna was great, she provided insights to Amsterdam that are not normally shared. The pace of the tour was very good especially with the crowds that were in countered. She knew where to duck into with the rain that we had off and on all day.
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Lisa
Oct 2025
We all loved Paul, he was engaging, funny and very knowledgable. He took us to some places that we definitely wouldn't have seen if we didn't tour with him. A great way to see and get to know Amsterdam!
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Maura
Sep 2025
Our guide was punctual besides the rain. As we were a small group of three, we easily walk through the city. We passed by the old part of the city, around the multiple canals and we took amazing pictures. The tour was private, and we were contacted by email, to find out what were our main focus. Decided that we wanted to explore the city, cafes, but our focus was not the Red Light district visit( although we pass through), or visiting the Anne Frank Museum . We visited the Van Stapale cookie shop, when was heavily raining, and it was an excellent decision from our guide. We didn’t have a lot of time in Amsterdam, but went to the flower market, pass by Our lord in the attic house/museum, visited the train station enormous bikes parking lot. One of the things we appreciated visiting was the Tutchinsky theater a jewel to see in Amsterdam, specially in a rainy day at the end of your walking.
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Kristi
Sep 2025
Our small group booked a personalized walking tour of Amsterdam. After taking a survey of our interests, Greg provided a very interesting and interactive tour. We learned so much more than we expected!
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Robert
Sep 2025
Anna was fantastic, she showed us all that we wanted and things that we would have never known to look for!
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