Top 10 Tours in Haarlem, North Holland Province

February 25, 2022 Osvaldo Hartline

Though often overshadowed (especially for tourists) by its much larger and more famous neighbor Amsterdam about ten miles east, Haarlem’s history actually goes back further. And with about 150,000 people, it’s the capital of the Noord-Holland region. The Teylers Museum, with its unique collection of art and artifacts, is the oldest museum in the Netherlands. The fantastic Frans Hals Museum has many works by the artist and other Haarlem schoolers. Grote Markt, the main town square, is a must-see.
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1. 2 Hour Private Walking Tour of Haarlem

Starbucks, Stationsplein 11, 2011 LR Haarlem, Netherlands Personalized private tours, discover Amsterdam
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Explore the medieval Dutch town of Haarlem on this 2-hour, private walking tour with a local guide. Your tour is customizable, so you can see the attractions that most interest you at a pace that is most comfortable. Wander past (and peek into) the city's most iconic historical landmarks like the town hall, houses from the 16th and 17th centuries, and St. Bavo Church — where Mozart performed during his visit to Haarlem. Discover hidden gardens and courtyards ("hofjes"), as your personal guide shares insider's tips about Haarlem's unique culture and character.

Inclusions: Professional guide, Hotel pick-up (selected hotels only), All taxes, fees and handling charges

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks

Reviewed By Leeanne C

An absolute must. Our tour guide Hemelinde was brilliant and extremely accommodating. There was a confusion as to the meeting point however she rearranged her schedule to fit us in later in the day . Extremely informative and knowledgeable. Gives you good ideas of what else to do. Brilliant guide thank you

2. The rise of Haarlem: Culture, History, Art and Architecture Walking Tour

Grote Markt 17, 2011 RC Haarlem, Netherlands Haarlem Walking Tours
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Discover the fascinating story of Haarlem in a relaxed small group with a local native English speaking guide. Haarlem has a long and colourful history. Originally famous for Beer, Linen and Tulips, the city has been repeatedly besieged, fought over, burnt down and rebuilt several times over. This tour has a little bit of everything from Art and Architecture, Life, Death and High Culture in Late Medieval and Renaissance times. The tour will also help you to make the most of your time in Haarlem with sightseeing tips, the best things to do and places to eat pointed out along the way. Half way through the tour we will stop for a quick 15 minute coffee break in a secret spot high up above the city, this also makes a great photo opportunity. If you are going elsewhere in Holland after Haarlem you will enjoy it much more after taking this tour as you will be able to recognise the famous architecture styles, know what the buildings were for and a little more about the people behind them.

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3. Haarlem Photographic Walking Tour

Hello Im Local, Spiegelstraat 4, 2011 BP Haarlem, Netherlands Hello I'm Local Tours
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My passion for Haarlem will shine through as we take a relaxed walk around town. I’m sure you will leave smiling and falling in love with this exquisite city. This is where the magic happens and memories are made. I would love to welcome you to my place so we can meet. I’ll show you all the most photogenic spots so that you can leave with some amazing photos of this stunning city. In 2 hours my Photographic Walking Tour will show you a nice blend of cultural and historic monuments with a focus on showing the most photogenic corners of town. We will walk around the city and learn about the trials and triumphs that built this bewitching city. Highlights include the Grote Kerk, Adriaan mill, and Spaarne River. After our tour you are invited to join me at a rooftop bar for a drink where you will be free to look through and admire your photos. Are you coming?

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Reviewed By Praveer24

Great tour guide who showed us around haarlem. Knew lots about the area and made the whole tour fun.

4. Delightful Haarlem

Haarlem, Station, 2012 VP Haarlem, Netherlands Toms Travel Tours
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This is time to visit Haarlem! This ancient city makes the perfect get away from Amsterdam. Haarlem dates back to pre-medieval times. With its ancient buildings, cobbled streets and winding waterways, it’s one of the most photogenic places in the whole country. Our excellent guides will make sure that with this two hours walking tour you will get to know a big deal of it's culture and history and that you would definitely wish to come back!

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: St Bravo Church entrance tickets: 2,5 euros pp; 1,25 euros youth (12/16 yo); under 12 yo free.)

Reviewed By Travsonia

Me and my mom had the best time during our visit in Amsterdam. Tom welcomed us with great smiles, and a lot of great snacks! The weather was not perfect at the first, but all the small town that we visited were so great. I am still thinking of the sausage in the meat shop that he took us, also the cheese factory which gladly I bought a smoked cheese! Tom has a lot of great knowledge and local tips for Holland, and thanks to him it was the best part of our trip.

5. Haarlem Walking Tour. Unknown and Surprising

Stationsplein, 2011 LR Haarlem, Netherlands Independer Tours Amsterdam and more..
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Lovely hipster and cosmopolitan architectural city. Not for nothing Haarlem has earned the title of the most beautiful city in Holland. I will take you to explore the most beautiful places in the city. And its architecture stories and the perfect mix between old and modern will make this tour something charming.

Inclusions: Licensed Tour Guide

Exclusions: Food and drink are not incluided

6. Private Boat Tour in Haarlem

Nieuwe Gracht 80a, 2011 NJ Haarlem, Netherlands Varen door Haarlem
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We have a private boottour for about 75 minutes. We will show you the highligts, of the historical city of Haarlem. You and your friends or family are alone on this boat. You will get all the attention of the captain which can tell you a lot about Haarlem. There is also enough time to spend on yourself and to relax. We will have cold drinks and music on board, if you like. We are looking forward to welcome you!

Inclusions: Guided tour in Dutch, English & German., Music, Spotify music/playlist on request.

Exclusions: You can order drinks, like water, soda's, beer, wine to extra charge.

Reviewed By Emma L

The captain was very approachable and had a fantastic knowledge of the area. Would highly recommend to all. He showed us all of the city and was a great way to travel.

7. Amsterdam Red Light District Private Tour with a Local

Beursplein, 1012 JW Amsterdam, Netherlands Amsterdam Withlocals
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Discover Amsterdam's notorious Red Light District during your 2-hour private tour with a local host, who will guide you through the narrow alleys and busy streets of this wonderfully curious district. Get to know this colorful area, where churches, workplaces, and kindergartens exist side by site with brothels and canabis "coffee" shops. Your local guide will share the real stories from behind the windows, and you’ll discover various hidden spots for an experience that most tourists won't have.

Inclusions: Private walking tour, Local guide

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.

8. Food Tour Haarlem

De wereld van Jansje, Grote Houtstraat 45, 2011 SC Haarlem, Netherlands Feed the Nomads!
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We are feed the Nomads!, a small and personal Dutch regional food tour operator that organizes guided food tours in and around Haarlem and Alkmaar. We offer authentic, informative, small scale, personal and fun food tours. We believe in honest, local and tasty food. Food that is produced according to the good, clean and fair principles. As we explore the city we let the makers tell their stories and let you smell, taste, feel and even hear the original ingredients and the lovely products that our passionate producers make out of it. The local food guides will to take you to places unknown to most outsiders and even to many locals!

Inclusions: Coffee and/or Tea, Snacks, Alcoholic Beverages, Soda/Pop, Lunch

Exclusions: Dinner, Brunch, Breakfast

Reviewed By hergen v

a very nice guide Daan revealed the amazing food history of Haarlem from big market squares to small alleys and hidden inner gardens. Haarlem is a very old gorgeous city close to the sea and this native Dutch guide knows all about its history, especially in relation to food and drinks. The city has for example a canal which was specially dug to allow fresh, clean water from the dunes to enter the city where over 200 breweries turned it into beer!!! Hence Brouwersgracht (brewerycanal). There are so many details related to food in building ornaments, streetnames and statues which we wouldn´t have noticed if Daan hadn´t so pasionately told us about it. We got to eat and drink in many different places while geting in touch with the roots of Dutch food. We could do this all week long!!

9. Highlight Bike Tours Haarlem

Haarlem, Haarlem, North Holland Province Bike Tours Haarlem
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A great way of experiencing Haarlem with the Highlight Haarlem Bike Tour. During this bike tour - which takes approx. 2hr - our tour guides will show you the real Haarlem by Bike. We will visit many great places of the Old City, such as small hidden streets, old churches, visit 'Hofjes' and our guides will tell great interesting stories about living in Haarlem and the history. We will start our bike tour from our location in the middle of the city center in Haarlem (Drossestraat 2 Haarlem). The bike tour costs 25 euro per person, bicycles and guide is included.

Inclusions: Local guide in English & Dutch, Price included bike rental, Bottle of fresh water, Free Bitterball snack afterwards, Helmets available on request for free, Limited group size, Bottled water

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Reviewed By Alicia J

Our guide led us on an informative and fun trip through the city. Highly recommend to anyone who wants to explore the city and get the real Nederlandse experience!

10. Self-Guided Discovery Walk in Haarlem: The Secrets of its Golden Streets

Grote Markt 22, 2011 NZ Haarlem, Netherlands Secret City Trails in Haarlem
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Curious about the lesser-known stories of Haarlem’s Golden Streets? Starting with the very first steps of this playful walk, you’ll experience the thrill and beauty of discovery. Location-based riddles will show you the way to our favourite local places, including: cheesemongers, candlemakers, quiet courtyards, and cute hidden spots we’ll keep secret... for now! Fun fact: this trail was created by our co-founders, Kristina and Wendy. - Explore Haarlem during this interactive and fun discovery walk - Keep a comfortable distance from other people throughout the experience - Learn about the history and local stories of the city centre in a playful way - Solve location-based riddles to unlock directions to your next stop along the route - See popular sights from a different angle and discover hidden local spot This discovery walk is an educational and fun activity for friends, couples, families with kids, curious locals, visitors, and team building.

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