Absolutely Amsterdam: The Best Rated Tour in Amsterdam
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On this 2.5-hour free walking tour, you'll discover the incredible history of the most liberal city in the world with our local guides while visiting the main landmarks.
Join us for a fun, thought-provoking, and genuinely local experience through the heart of Amsterdam, and discover the stories, history, and strange contradictions that make Amsterdam so… Absolutely Amsterdam.
Together with one of our passionate local guides, you’ll explore how freedom, tolerance, trade, rebellion, and creativity shaped the city—and why Amsterdam still feels unlike anywhere else in the world today.
This isn’t a generic, scripted tour filled with endless dates and names you won’t remember. We keep things personal, interactive, and honest. Expect fascinating stories, dark history, local gossip, humor, awkward Dutch habits, and the kind of insights you only get from people who actually live here.
Every guide brings their own personality, expertise, humor, and perspective, which means no two tours are ever the same.
By the end of the tour, you won’t just have seen Amsterdam — you’ll understand why people fall in love with it.
Meeting point
Beurplein 5, Amsterdam
Before you go
- Length
- About 2h 30min
- Languages
- English
- Usual start times
- 10:30, 14:00, 17:30 (Amsterdam time)
- Coming up
- 120 departures in 3 months, 20 this week
Questions about this tour
How much does this tour cost?
Nothing up front. You book for free and tip your guide at the end. Many travellers tip around €5 to €15 per person, depending on the length and quality of the tour.
How long does it take?
About 2h 30min.
Where does it start?
The meeting point is Beurplein 5, Amsterdam. The map on this page shows the exact spot.
What languages is it in?
Upcoming departures are in English. Pick your language in the calendar to see only those.
When does it run?
120 departures are listed in the next three months, 20 of them in the next 7 days, usually at 10:30, 14:00 and 17:30. Times are local to Amsterdam.
Do I need to book?
Booking is a good idea: groups are limited and popular times fill up. Create a free Tripsora account, pick a day and time, and press Book to finish with the tour provider.
Is it accessible?
The tour provider has added accessibility information for this tour. Check the details with them when you book, and tell your guide about any needs on the day.
Can I bring my dog?
The tour provider lists this tour as pet friendly.
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