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The 15 Private Tours in Amsterdam That Earn Their Price

35 tours  ·  from $42

Good private tours fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.

Rijksmuseum Amsterdam Small-Group Tour with Private Upgrade - Two hours among Dutch masterpieces
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Rijksmuseum Amsterdam Small-Group Tour with Private Upgrade

1.Rijksmuseum Amsterdam Small-Group Tour with Private Upgrade

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,547 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $90Our pick

Meet at Cobra Café for a two-hour English guided tour of the Rijksmuseum’s permanent collection. Guides such as Clare, Martina, Daniel, and Wibe focus on major works, artist stories, and Dutch Golden Age art. Choose a small group of up to 15 or upgrade to a private tour.

“This tour was booked a day in advance, so we were pleased with the availability. The meeting point was easy to find and we were able to enter the museum with our guide very easily. Daniel was very engaging and friendly, and his passion and knowledge of the pieces we viewed was very apparent. He was able to answer all questions and really provided an enjoyable experience!”

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Van Gogh Museum Tour Reserved Entry Semi Private - Following Van Gogh from Holland to France
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Van Gogh Museum Tour Reserved Entry Semi Private

2.Van Gogh Museum Tour Reserved Entry Semi Private

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,437 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $173Top rated

Meet your guide at Cobra Café for a two-and-a-half-hour, English-language tour of the Van Gogh Museum. With up to eight people, you’ll trace Vincent’s life through works such as The Potato Eaters and The Bedroom, with reserved entry and all-day museum access included.

“Victoria was the most passionate and educated guide on Van Gough. We thoroughly enjoyed our tour. Don’t hesitate to book!”

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Private Amsterdam Red Light District and Coffee Shop Tour - Starting on Damrak and the wooden city beneath your feet
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Private Amsterdam Red Light District and Coffee Shop Tour

3.Private Amsterdam Red Light District and Coffee Shop Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 763 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $41Best value

Walk Amsterdam’s Red Light District and Old Town with a private English-speaking guide such as Ben, Robin, Luis, or Saskia. Expect clear explanations of Dutch laws, prostitution, coffee shop culture, wooden foundations, the Waag, the Condomerie, and optional visits to an Erotic Museum or coffee shop.

“Great history and got to see a lot of what makes the red light district so interesting! Ben was a great guide and had a good sense of humor”

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Anne Frank and Jewish Quarter Amsterdam Private Walking Tour - Rembrandt’s house and the route beyond the Jewish Quarter
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Anne Frank and Jewish Quarter Amsterdam Private Walking Tour

4.Anne Frank and Jewish Quarter Amsterdam Private Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 684 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $157

Spend about two hours walking from the Jewish Museum to Anne Frank House with a private English-speaking guide. You’ll visit the Portuguese Synagogue, a Holocaust memorial, Rembrandt’s former home, and the National Monument. Anne Frank House admission is not included.

“Arthur was a great guide. Not so fast paced. Answered all of our questions and explained everything along the way.”

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Amsterdam Airport & Non-Airport Private Transfer to City Center - Arriving at Schiphol and finding your driver
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Amsterdam Airport & Non-Airport Private Transfer to City Center

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

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 521 reviews · 30 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $60

Book a private, air-conditioned transfer from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol or another address to your hotel or destination. Your driver tracks airport pickups, sends updates, handles luggage, and waits up to 60 minutes at Schiphol, though pickup timing needs careful checking.

“Memet picked us up on time and directed us to the pick up area. He saw us right away and waved us on! He gave us some insights about Amsterdam, friendly and well informed. We highly recommend Viator!”

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Private Excursion to Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam and Marken - Edam: a quieter pause after the windmills
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Private Excursion to Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam and Marken

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 420 reviews · 8 hours (approx.)

Spend about eight hours with a private driver-guide visiting Dutch windmills, Edam’s quiet center, Volendam’s harbor, and Marken. Hotel pickup, private transport, and a flexible pace are included. Guides such as Enrique, Juan, and Tirso are praised for clear local insight, lunch tips, and thoughtful help with mobility needs.

“It was a full day excursion and we had a great day with Eduardo. He was knowledgeable and a pleasant person to spend the day with. I would highly recommend this day trip from Amsterdam.”

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Van Gogh & Rijksmuseum w/ Reserved Entry Semi-Private 8ppl Max - Starting at the Rijksmuseum at 10:00 a.m.
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Van Gogh & Rijksmuseum w/ Reserved Entry Semi-Private 8ppl Max

7.Van Gogh & Rijksmuseum w/ Reserved Entry Semi-Private 8ppl Max

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 419 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $288

Spend 5.5 hours exploring the Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum with a guide and no more than seven other people. Expect reserved entry, Dutch masterpieces, Van Gogh’s life and art, a lunch break, and guides such as Diana, Anna, Cecile, and Paola.

“We loved both museums. Cecelia was an amazing guide who brought art and history to life. She was also very adept at securing us the best locations for viewing. I highly recommend this tour.”

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Anne Frank and the Jewish History of Amsterdam Private Tour - The Dokwerker and the February Strike
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Anne Frank and the Jewish History of Amsterdam Private Tour

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 307 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $95

Walk about 2 kilometers from the Portuguese Synagogue through Amsterdam’s Jewish Quarter, Plantage, and wartime memorials. Guides such as Chris, Kaleigh, Guido, Inbal, and Martina add context and answer questions. Finish at Anne Frank House, with entry subject to availability or a virtual reality alternative.

“Kayleigh was an amazing tour guide! She is so knowledgeable about the history of Amsterdam and the Jewish Quarter and able to answer any questions you may have about the city. She is also super cute and personable. This is the second time I’ve taken this tour (first with friends and a year later with my husband) and I still learned new information the second time around. The way the tour is structured leaves you at the Anne Frank to tour on your own. Very sobering but definitely a must see while in Amsterdam. Highly, highly recommend Kayleigh and this tour!”

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Amsterdam 2-hour Private Canal Cruise with Live Guide and Drinks - Meeting at Prinsengracht 375
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Amsterdam 2-hour Private Canal Cruise with Live Guide and Drinks

9.Amsterdam 2-hour Private Canal Cruise with Live Guide and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 296 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $151

Cruise Amsterdam’s Jordaan, canal belt, Amstel, Golden Bend, and harbor in a private boat for about two hours. Your local skipper, such as Paap, Cynthia, Mark, or Hans, provides live commentary, drinks, and a flexible route for your group.

“The tour guide was really informative and friendly. We had complementary drinks also on board. It was a memorable experience!!!”

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Amsterdam 90-min Private Canal Cruise with Live Guide and Drinks - The UNESCO canal belt and Amsterdam’s trading age
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Amsterdam 90-min Private Canal Cruise with Live Guide and Drinks

10.Amsterdam 90-min Private Canal Cruise with Live Guide and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 284 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $128

Cruise Amsterdam’s Jordaan, canal belt, Golden Bend, Seven Bridges, Amstel, Dancing Houses, and Monet’s canal in a private boat for 90 minutes. Local skippers such as Paap, Lucas, Deep, and Alex provide live commentary, while drinks, blankets, and an optional roof help in changing weather.

“Great trip, nice boat, and friendly guide. Drinks could have been a little better, but we had a geat time overall.”

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Amsterdam private tour to windmills, cheese farm and villages - Edam: a compact cheese town with room for seafood
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Amsterdam private tour to windmills, cheese farm and villages

11.Amsterdam private tour to windmills, cheese farm and villages

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 262 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $362

Spend about seven hours with a private guide such as Philip or Teun, visiting working windmills, Edam, Monnickendam, Broek in Waterland, and a family cheese farm. Hotel pickup, transport, tastings, and one windmill entry are included, while lunch costs extra.

“Phillip was an excellent tour guide with vast knowledge of the area. We asked for a tour away from the tourist traps and he delivered. We saw the windmills up close and got a private tour of two of the lumber mills. We had a delightful lunch in the fishing town of Monnickendam. Then visited a traditional cheese farm. We capped off our tour with a visit to village of Waterland and the unique church of Broek. I am not a fan of big tour groups and ear pieces. This was a delightful tour and well worth the money. Thanks to Phillip for an exceptional experience!”

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Amsterdam: Private Photoshoot for Couple, Family, or Solo - Starting with WhatsApp and a clear plan
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Amsterdam: Private Photoshoot for Couple, Family, or Solo

12.Private Photoshoot for Couple, Family, or Solo

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 251 reviews

Meet a private photographer in central Amsterdam for a relaxed shoot through canals, bridges, and old streets. You’ll get posing help, outfit advice, local tips, and edited high-resolution photos within four working days. Photographers may include Yang, Zoey, Ding, Leah, Luxin, Jin, or Luci.

“Yang was an excellent photographer who made us feel at ease during the photoshoot. He guided us through the poses and locations which suited us best! Definitely worth it!”

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Private transfers from or to Schiphol (AMS) airport Amsterdam - From Schiphol to Amsterdam Hotels and Addresses
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Private transfers from or to Schiphol (AMS) airport Amsterdam

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 235 reviews · 30 minutes to 2 hours (approx.) · from $72

Book a private ride from Schiphol with a Dutch or English-speaking driver such as Rudy, Piet, Okan, or Leticia. Your driver tracks your flight, meets you in the airport main hall, helps with luggage, and drives you to Amsterdam, Rotterdam, or another chosen address.

“Okan was prompt, ready, and waiting for us as soon as we landed. The transfer was seamless. Would highly recommend. I’m traveling with my daughter, and she and I felt very safe getting to our hotel from airport.”

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Amsterdam City Highlights and Hidden Gems - Private & Custom Tour - Walking the historic canal belt
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Amsterdam City Highlights and Hidden Gems – Private & Custom Tour

14.Amsterdam City Highlights and Hidden Gems – Private & Custom Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 231 reviews · 2 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $91

Spend 2 to 6 hours walking Amsterdam with a private local host such as Alan, Anna, Elle, or Jan. Your guide shapes the route around your interests, from canals and history to food, design, markets, and quieter neighborhoods. Hotel pickup is available on foot if you stay centrally.

“Gerg was a welcoming and warm guide to meet me at my hotel and walk me through the key handful of neighborhoods of my interest as a first time visitor to Amsterdam. Perhaps a little more in depth information/details spent at each spot could have been provided making the tour more informative. As a general guide he was very helpful and kind to text me a list of places we walked through.”

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Rijksmuseum Amsterdam Semi-Private Guided Tour - What the 90-minute museum route covers
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Rijksmuseum Amsterdam Semi-Private Guided Tour

15.Rijksmuseum Amsterdam Semi-Private Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 229 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $66

Enter the Rijksmuseum with an English-speaking guide and a group of no more than eight. Over 90 minutes, guides such as Max, Erin, Daan, and Sabrina explain major paintings, artists, the building, and Dutch art history. Your ticket remains valid for free time after the tour.

“Private experience on a very crowded day at the museum. Alex our guide was perfect. She took us to paintings that were excellent examples of the techniques the Dutch masters used. Well worth the fee.”

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