First Day Essentials
5.0 (246)

Kickstart your trip to Amsterdam

3 hours English
5.0 (246)
100% Personalized

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.

Maria
Maria
Jan
Jan

Match with one of our local hosts

Be matched with a host based on your interests and preferences, to tailor your perfect day.

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100% Flexible: Adapt in real time

Your host will fine-tune the experience in real time to match your mood.

Experience Overview

Time:

3 hours

What to expect:

Fully tailored to your preferences

Language:

Hosted in English (Other languages may be requested)

Meeting point:

STARBUCKS, Damrak 80-81, 1012 LN Amsterdam, Netherlands

Cancellation:

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience

What 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.

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 Excluded:

Food and drinks
Tickets to any attractions
Transportation costs
Gratuities (optional)

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

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Jonathan 30 May 2026

Paul gave my wife and I a fascinating and fun walking tour of Amsterdam. We learned not only about history, but also about Dutch culture, lifestyle and people. Paul brought the beautiful city to life by showing us hidden gems and sprinkling the tour with entertaining stories. Many thanks!

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Mellisa 29 May 2026

My tour guide Anna was super flexible and crafted the tour based on my interests, building on what I’d already done while in Amsterdam. She was extremely knowledgeable and great to talk to. The three hours flew by. Thank you!

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Amy 30 May 2026

Elle was amazing, kind, knowledgeable and easy to talk with. We really enjoyed our tour!

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Nikki 28 May 2026

Anna was fabulous & catered our walk to the things we like. Seeing the city through the eyes of a local, walking the not so populated streets, seeing the amazing architecture, fantastic restaurants & cafes to visit and the beautiful Vondel park. It was an extremely pleasant 3 hour walk around Amsterdam & we would highly recommend Anna.

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Nikki 28 May 2026

Anna was fabulous & catered our walk to the things we like. Seeing the city through the eyes of a local, walking the not so populated streets, seeing the amazing architecture, fantastic restaurants & cafes to visit and the beautiful Vondel park. It was an extremely pleasant 3 hour walk around Amsterdam & we would highly recommend Anna.

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Helen 25 May 2026

Our guide Jan, was very friendly and informative. Related well to everyone on our tour. Great day discovering places we would never have found on our own. We really enjoyed our walking tour in Amsterdam.

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What 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.

Real Stories, Real Connections

Sharing smiles on a leafy Amsterdam canal walk.

Sharing smiles on a leafy Amsterdam canal walk.

Enjoying a sunny stroll along Amsterdam's charming canals.

Enjoying a sunny stroll along Amsterdam's charming canals.

Curious eyes admire the intriguing sculpture under the Amsterdam sky.

Curious eyes admire the intriguing sculpture under the Amsterdam sky.

Exploring Amsterdam's charming streets by the canal on a sunny day.

Exploring Amsterdam's charming streets by the canal on a sunny day.

Enjoying a breezy stroll along Amsterdam's picturesque canals.

Enjoying a breezy stroll along Amsterdam's picturesque canals.

Savoring street food delights under Amsterdam's clear blue sky.

Savoring street food delights under Amsterdam's clear blue sky.

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Basking in the warm sunshine along Amsterdam's scenic canals.

Basking in the warm sunshine along Amsterdam's scenic canals.

Enjoying the sunshine in a charming Amsterdam courtyard.

Enjoying the sunshine in a charming Amsterdam courtyard.