The 10 Best Cultural Tours in The Netherlands, The Netherlands

May 9, 2022 Joeann Galban

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1. Half day private tour: Amsterdam introduction in one day

Amsterdam, Centraal Station, 1012 TM Amsterdam, Netherlands Trigger Tours, Private tours in Amsterdam
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5.0 based on 11 reviews

Join this half day walking tour to get a full introduction of Amsterdam in one day with a private guide. This tour is perfect for people that want to explore the whole city with one tour. This walking tour will cover all the main sights that Amsterdam has to offer. You will discover the Old town, The Red Light District, the city centre and the Jordaan district.

Inclusions: Local guide, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only), Private tour

Exclusions: Food and drinks

Reviewed By derenl2021

Very interesting and exciting tour! Our guide, Jan, showed us all the interesting sites in Amsterdam. He shared much information and even gave us some tips to get some good food, as restaurants are still closed. Very friendly and informative! Great tour and great day!

2. Private Day Trip from Amsterdam to Giethoorn including boat tour

Trigger Tours, Private tours in Amsterdam
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Join this full day tour from Amsterdam to Giethoorn with a private guide. Explore the Venice of the Netherlands called Giethoorn, a must see when visiting the Netherlands. Get picked up at your hotel and get personal service by a professional guide that will drive you to Giethoorn. At Giethoorn you get a boat tour and a walking tour by your private guide.

Inclusions: Private guide and driver, Hotel pick-up and drop-off, Bottled water

Exclusions: Food and drinks

Reviewed By derenl2021

Very interesting and exciting tour! Our guide, Jan, showed us all the interesting sites in Amsterdam. He shared much information and even gave us some tips to get some good food, as restaurants are still closed. Very friendly and informative! Great tour and great day!

3. Private Amsterdam Tour: Through the Eyes of van Gogh

Museumplein 6, 1071 DJ Amsterdam, Netherlands Amsterdam Withlocals
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On this amazing private experience, you'll get to know all about van Gogh: from the best stories of his life to his brilliant masterpieces. Hear secret stories and learn about new discoveries of his work. Bonus: don't wait in line with a skip-the-line ticket included!

Inclusions: Private local guide, Skip the line ticket

Exclusions: Hotel pick up, Food & beverages

Reviewed By simkm

Efi did a fab job of keeping 8 of us together on a walking tour of Amsterdam and showing us all the main sights and giving us some great background into the history of this amazing city. Great job Efi - definitely recommend a tour with you.

4. Maastricht Sightseeing City Walk

Theater aan het Vrijthof, Vrijthof 47, 6211 LE Maastricht, Netherlands Maastricht Promotion
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Safe and pleasant privat tour. Pricing per 'group' (family or couple, 1,5 mtr rule, language NL / DE / ENG, start 10.30 or 14.30 h - flexible in time on request -, booking possible up to 3 h. Before start; also bookings for June etc. - refundable -). Be my guest in Maastricht, the most southern city of the Netherlands. I show you the beauty and history of Maastricht and how pleasant live is in this city. The spirit in Maastricht (the city of André Rieu) is amazing. The history of the town is 2000 years old and you will experience that, but also the modern twist and lively atmosphere nowadays with the university, excellent café's and restaurants, the river Maas and Jeker, the churches, town hall, fortifications and industrial heritage.

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Reviewed By 388pranavs

Great experience. Lots of nice places visited. Rene was very enthusiastic and knew a lot about the significance of the places. Would recommend this tour to anyone who likes to learn more about the place

5. Private Tour: Complete Amsterdam Highlights & Must-Sees with a Local

Museumstraat 1, 1071 XX Amsterdam, Netherlands Amsterdam Withlocals
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If you’re wondering how to see the best of Amsterdam in just one day, this tour is what you need. Go to the must-sees of the city and cover more ground on this extended experience. See the essentials and learn what makes Amsterdam such a fascinating place, from food to hidden gems and landmarks. Get to know Amsterdam and its main spots on a 4-hour walking tour that will give you a more in-depth insight of the city. Check out the outside of the Rijksmuseum, a historic orphanage that was also a monastery, and the famous Rembrandt Square. Embrace the local Dutch culture as you stroll through the flower market by the canal, and cross some of the main bridges with unique stories behind them. And how about the hidden gems? Find a hidden courtyard only inhabited by Beguines, and discover a cool cafe with an incredible view over the city. Discover where the main gates of the city used to be and stumble into a theatre that’s a fantastic architectural gem designed in 3 different styles.

Inclusions: Local guide, Delicious Dutch Snack - Bitterballen, 2 alcoholic & non alcoholic drinks: beer, wine, Private tour

Exclusions: Hotel pick-up and drop off, Food and beverages not listed as inclusions

Reviewed By orlannamorris

My dad bought me this as a birthday gift due to concern we wouldn’t be able to visit Amsterdam! Luckily it is looking like we can go so Sebastian took us through the wonderful Dutch history and also gave us places and spots to visit during to bring the story to life! Loads of helpful tips and a really easy guy to talk to! Little bit of trouble with the time difference but he was really flexible and soon sorted! Thank you!

6. Private City Kickstart Tour: Amsterdam

Café the Schreiertower, Prins Hendrikkade 94-95, 1012 AE Amsterdam, Netherlands Amsterdam Withlocals
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Receive a warm welcome to Amsterdam on a private tour that will kick off your time in the city in the best way possible! In only 90 minutes, a local guide will get you acquainted with Amsterdam to help you enjoy the rest of your stay to the fullest. Discover where to find main attractions like Dam Square and Nieumarkt, and how to explore them away from the crowds. And what about that unique family owned restaurant or that amazing local hotspot? We got you covered; the local guides are experts in the subject! Forget about touristy traps; on this city kickstart tour, your guide will point you in the right direction. Private City Kickstart Tour: Amsterdam is one of Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local produce and prevent over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups. Our tours are carbon-neutral and away from the standard tourist routes.

Inclusions: Private Tour, Small-group tour option available, Local Guide, Local Tips and Tricks, City Orientation

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Food and drinks

Reviewed By simkm

Efi did a fab job of keeping 8 of us together on a walking tour of Amsterdam and showing us all the main sights and giving us some great background into the history of this amazing city. Great job Efi - definitely recommend a tour with you.

7. Sex Worker Guided Amsterdam Red Light District Walking Tour

Beursplein, 1012 JW Amsterdam, Netherlands RLD Amsterdam Tours
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4.9 based on 24 reviews

What if your tour guide is one of the prostitutes from Amsterdam's Red Light District? Get the real story from a sex worker herself, while she guides through through the Red Light District in this 1,5 hour evening walking tour! Let the sex worker herself explain all about her job, how prostitution works in The Netherlands and share more of her own insights and experiences while you stroll down the narrowest alleys and the scenic canals of Amsterdam's Red Light District.

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes, A sex worker as your tour guide

Exclusions: Alcoholic Beverages, Food & Drinks, Gratuities (recommended)

Reviewed By N5718SJmichelleb

Felicia was our tour guide. Very knowledgeable, friendly, and open to any question we had. We enjoyed the banter, the jokes and the serious information about her trade. The stroll through the district, the alleys, the view of the room and explanation of the working relationships were all beneficial in gaining a full understanding. Would highly recommend this tour.

8. The Whole City In Half a Day: All inclusive, authentic private tour of Rotterdam

Rotterdam Centraal, Stationsplein 2, 3013 AJ Rotterdam, Netherlands TourGuys
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4.9 based on 14 reviews

The name of the Tour says it all, in just 5 hours you will visit all the must see places in Rotterdam. Do you want to discover the whole city in half a day? Then would this tour suit all of your needs. This is what you can expect during the tour: - An overexcited brain - One TourGuy - Local streetfood - A visit to the Markthal - Entrance to the Cubehouses - Entrance to the Laurenschurch - A visit to historical Delfshaven - A ride with the subway - And many more! The tour is all inclusive and we have a no-wallet policy. This means that we pay for all the expenses (like food, drinks, entrance tickets, transportation, etc.) In that way you can just enjoy the tour. The tour is also flexible, we can adjust the tour based on your preferences and during the tour we will walk at your pace. So no rushing and stress and a mass of people. We will give you just a nice and memorable day!

Inclusions: Lunch/Local Streetfood, Bottled water, Coffee and/or Tea, Soda/Pop, Alcoholic Beverages, Public transportation ticket, Entrance ticket cube houses, Entrance ticket Laurence Church

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Reviewed By Frances P

It was a very satisfactory tour which went beyond my expectations. My tour guide from TourGuys, Izzy, is a very knowledgeable and enthusiastic young man. Following his pace, one may fall in love with the city of Rotterdam easily. Good job, Izzy! Frances

9. Semi-Private Tour to Windmills and Countryside Villages from Amsterdam

Cafe De Pont, Buiksloterweg 3-5, 1031 CC Amsterdam, Netherlands Holland Windmills
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We show you the best Holland has to offer! This semi private tour (maximum 8 guests per vehicle) takes you to the famous windmills near Amsterdam, to the typical Dutch landscape and picturesque villages. On this tour you can taste local food and cheese, try to walk on clogs and make beautiful photos. We take care of everything. You'll have one personal guide/driver for the whole duration of the tour. No need to bring a travel guide: we know everything you always wanted to know about Holland! We are local and very experienced, knowledgeable and flexible. Depending on the day, the season and the weather we will make best tour possible. Why book with Holland Windmills? ✔️ Our tours are personal and easy going ✔️ We travel with max 8 people in a mini van ✔️ This tour shows Holland in a nutshell ✔️ This tour takes away the hassle of finding out where to go ✔️ We are locals and know the area by heart ✔️ We can answer all your questions about Holland!

Inclusions: Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle, Entrance fee for a windmill at The Zaanse Schans

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Reviewed By marybeths259

Our family of 5 recently did a day trip with Teun and it was an excellent tour and great way to see a little of Holland outside of Amsterdam. Teun was informative and engaging, and made sure that we were all having a good experience. All in all highly recommend.

10. Private Rijksmuseum Tour: Rembrandt, van Gogh, Vermeer and more!

Amsterdam, Rijksmuseum, 1071 ZB Amsterdam, Netherlands Amsterdam Withlocals
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4.8 based on 38 reviews

Get ready for an amazing tour in the Rijksmuseum with a skip the line ticket included. Admire the masterpieces of the best Dutch Masters, from medieval time, the golden age with Rembrandt & Vermeer in between until the wonderful Vincent van Gogh. Please arrive 20 min before the tour begins to hand over your coat and belongings at the cloakroom and lockers respectively.

Inclusions: Private Tour, Local host, Entrance ticket

Exclusions: Food & Beverages, Hotel Pick Up

Reviewed By simkm

Efi did a fab job of keeping 8 of us together on a walking tour of Amsterdam and showing us all the main sights and giving us some great background into the history of this amazing city. Great job Efi - definitely recommend a tour with you.

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