Amsterdam

15 Best Amsterdam Private Tours

Amsterdam’s best private tours: canal boats with your own skipper, custom city walks and countryside drivers for the windmill belt.

1.Van Gogh Museum Tour w/ Reserved Entry Semi-Private 8ppl Max

Discover Van Gogh's masterpieces on this small-group Amsterdam tour with reserved entry, expert guides, and insights into the artist's life and work.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“We enjoyed seeing the Van Gogh museum with Jacopo as our tour guide. He knows so much about Van Gogh and his life, and Jacopo’s insights were so valuable in appreciating the exhibits. Thank you!”

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3.Amsterdam Airport & Non-Airport Private Transfer to City Center

Reliable private transfer from Amsterdam Airport to city center for $58. Enjoy professional drivers, clear communication, and comfort—ideal for stress-free arrivals.

★ 4.5

“I landed 30 mins early and called them immediately and still waited a while. I would have expected them to watch the flight status but they did not.”

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4.Boutique Amsterdam Food Tour – private and shared tour options

Discover authentic Dutch flavors on this 3.5-hour guided food tour through Amsterdam’s Jordaan district, featuring local delicacies, historic insights, and cultural stories.

★ 5.0

“Learn about the culture, the history, the architecture, and most importantly, Dutch food! This was my second time doing this tour, and I was fortunate to have Rudolph as my guide once again… Don’t hesitate to do this!”

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5.Rijksmuseum Amsterdam Private Guided Tour With Reserved Entry

Discover Amsterdam's masterpieces with a private guided tour of the Rijksmuseum, featuring skip-the-line access, expert guides, and tailored insights for art lovers.

★ 5.0

“The Rijksmuseum has an incredible collection of Dutch masters paintings as well as artifacts. The small group tour is the only way to truly see and make the connections between the various artifacts, artists and the environment of the Netherlands at the time. Paola is…”

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6.Private Excursion to Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam and Marken

Discover the Dutch countryside with this private day trip from Amsterdam, visiting windmills, charming towns, and authentic villages—personalized and accessible.

★ 5.0

“It was a perfect day of touring with Juan! He did a great job of showing us the signts and providing history of the area. The time in Zaanse Schans was amazing. We were able to get there before alot of the bigger bus tours…”

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7.Anne Frank and the Jewish History of Amsterdam Private Tour

Explore Amsterdam’s Jewish history and WWII sites on this private tour, ending at the Anne Frank House with options for tickets or VR experience.

★ 5.0

“Chris was amazing! He certainly knows his history which was so awesome! Turned us on to some really cool spots - places and things we never would have discovered on our own! 10 out of 10!!!”

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9.Highlights of Holland Private Guided Tour from Amsterdam

Discover Holland’s iconic windmills, charming villages, and Dutch traditions on a private guided tour from Amsterdam, offering personalized insights and authentic experiences.

★ 5.0

“Philip was an absolutely wonderful guide for our day trip to visit the windmills, cheese and clog making demonstrations and a beautiful tour of the outskirts of Amsterdam! He got us exclusive access to a windmill that doesn’t normally allow tourists. It was fascinating seeing…”

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10.Private transfers from or to Amsterdam Schiphol airport. (AMS)

Enjoy a smooth, private transfer from Schiphol Airport to Amsterdam for about $74.48. Reliable, clean, and praised for friendly service—perfect start to your trip.

★ 5.0

“Sven was lovely. Prompt, we appreciate being met at arrivals. His vehicle was clean and very spacious. He was great with our luggage.”

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11.Custom Private Amsterdam Tour: Local Highlights and Hidden Gems

Discover Amsterdam with a personalized private tour, exploring local neighborhoods, hidden courtyards, and iconic sites tailored to your interests.

★ 5.0

“We had a great morning walking the city - seeing canals and secret gardens - learning about the city and its charms - our guide was so patient with US being an HOUR late because of traffic and things outside our control - she rolled…”

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12.Rijksmuseum Semi-Private Guided Tour

Explore the Rijksmuseum with a knowledgeable guide in a small group, viewing masterpieces from Rembrandt, Vermeer, and more, with skip-the-line access.

★ 4.5

“The guide was amiable and not pretentious. He presented highlights that provided a well-designed overview of the main points in the history of Dutch painters and Rembrandt, beginning with the images on stained glass and tiles on the floor.”

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13.Private tour to Zaanse Schans &Volendam: Cheese, Windmills, clogs

Discover the Netherlands’ highlights on this private tour to Zaanse Schans and Volendam, featuring windmills, cheese, clogs, and charming villages—tailored for your pace.

★ 5.0

“Traffic was bad. The driver was friendly but not talkative and somewhat difficult to understand The windmills were very crowded but the making of the clogs and the cheese farm were interesting. Our last stop had been a fishing village a long time ago but…”

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14.Amsterdam Private Food Tour with Local Including 6 or 10 Tastings

Discover Amsterdam's flavors on a private food tour with local guides, tasting Dutch classics and international dishes over 3 hours, personalized to your preferences.

★ 4.5

“Lovely variety of food experiences, Dutch and international. The Surinamese dishes were exceptional. Finished with some traditional Dutch beer and apple cake, what more could you want? Our guide was friendly and informative. Good history knowledge.”

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15.Private City Kickstart Tour: Amsterdam

Discover Amsterdam with a personalized 1.5-hour private tour, exploring top sights like Dam Square and the Red Light District with insider tips.

★ 5.0

“Just our group so we got to ask a lot of questions. Not to much walking and at a slow pace. Great start to our Amsterdam stay.”

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More Amsterdam Private Tours

5.0Amsterdam Private Tour: Highlights & Hidden Gems by Bike or Foot2 to 3 hours (approx.)$151.23 4.4Amsterdam: Private Anne Frank and Jewish Quarter Tour2 hours$25 5.0Amsterdam Rijksmuseum PRIVATE TOUR with a Local Private Guide$141.87 5.0Amsterdam Canal Photoshoot with Private Photographer30 minutes (approx.)$70.17 4.8Amsterdam: Private Canal Tour1 - 2 hours$157 4.5Private Tour: Amsterdam City Walking Tour and Canal Cruise3 hours (approx.)$199.62 4.9Amsterdam: Private Romantic Canal Cruise w. Prosecco/Snacks 4.9Amsterdam: Private Guided City Tour by Pedicab1 - 2 hours$118 5.0Amsterdam PRIVATE Bike Tour With Locals: Bike & Local Snack Included2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$170.52 4.5Private Airport Transfer to or from Schiphol Airport15 to 45 minutes (approx.)$86.11 4.5Private Amsterdam Red Light District and Food Tour2 hours (approx.)$123.36 5.0Private 10 Taste Amsterdam Food Tour by UNESCO Canals and Jordaan4 hours (approx.)$223.73 4.6Amsterdam: Canal Belt Private Beer Boat Tour1.5 hours$235 5.0Private Romantic Canal Cruise Amsterdam with Bubbly and Snacks$128.99 4.9Amsterdam: Private Romantic Evening Boat Tour with Prosecco$279 4.7Amsterdam: Private Walking Tour with a Local2 - 6 hours$64 5.0Treasures of Amsterdam: Coffeeshops & Red Light District Private Tour2 hours (approx.)$95.54 5.0Zaanse Schans 3-Hour Private Tour from central Amsterdam, Airport or Port3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$157.22 4.5Amsterdam Private Boat Tour with Unlimited Drinks1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$235.32 5.0Amsterdam Van Gogh Museum Private Guided Tour Including Admission2 to 3 hours (approx.)$216.02 5.0Panoramic Private City Tour in Amsterdam3 hours (approx.)$693.91 5.0Private Boat Tour Amsterdam – 90 Min incl. welcome drink on historic saloon boat1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$265.49 5.0Amsterdam Airport Private Arrival Transfer by Luxury Van25 minutes (approx.)$98.96 4.5Royal Experience – Private Tour in World’s Oldest Diamond Polishing Factory50 minutes to 1 hour (approx.)$26.12