Amsterdam Private Tour: Highlights & Hidden Gems by Bike or Foot
Overview
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This is not just another city tour; this is the best of Amsterdam from a unique perspective! Get to know Amsterdam on a city tour that gives you the perfect overview, with city highlights, hidden gems, storytelling, and a local treat - this tour has it all!
Forget about big touristy groups and the crowds; it's time to see Amsterdam at its best but from the eyes of a local. Check out main landmarks like Rembrandtplein, Royal Palace, the Waag and uncover hidden gems and city secrets with the help of a knowledgeable local guide. And the cherry on top, a local treat is included.
Withlocals Highlights & Hidden Gems Private City Tour™ 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.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Private tour: only you & your local guide
CO2 Neutral: tour’s carbon emissions are offset
What To Expect
Royal Palace Amsterdam
The Koninklijk Paleis (Royal Palace) on Amsterdam’s Dam Square is one of three palaces still in use by the Dutch royal family.
Rembrandtplein
Originally a butter and dairy market, the Rembrandtplein is now a major square in Amsterdam and a lively local hangout spot.
Options
Private Highlights byFoot-3h
Duration: 3 hours: Highlights & Hidden Gems of Amsterdam private tour with a local private guide in only 3 hours 1 local drink or snack pp Walking tour Private Tour : - Spot classics like Royal Palace & Rembrandtplein - Discover hidden gems away from the tourist paths Starting point: Beursplein 1-3, 1012 JW Amsterdam, Netherlands
Private Highlights byBike-2.5h
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes: The Beauty of Amsterdam by Bike Private Tour with a local private guide in only 2.5 hours 1 local drink or snack pp Tour by bike Private Tour: - Cycle along Westerkerk & Magere Brug - Skinny bridge - Join a bike-pro local host through safe routes
What‘s Included
Bike Renatil - if you book "Private Highlights by Bike - 2.5h" option
PRIVATE multilingual local guide
Sustainable carbon neutral experience (B-Corp)
Experience without the crowds
1 local drink or snack
PRIVATE tour - only you and your local
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Entrance to attractions - we will visit them from the outside
Helmet or e-bike rental - applicable for the option "Private Highlights by Bike - 2.5h"
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
167 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great tour before a cruise
Robert G,Jun 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Christa was wonderful! The tour was exactly what we wanted the day before our cruise. Great way to see the best of Amsterdam!
Amazing experience
Irene D,Jun 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Sebastian was amazing and very friendly. We have had a wonderful time even though we were not experts with cycling. He has even provided us with recommendations to try through our trip. Enjoying the city vibes on a bike is totally worth it. Totally recommend this experience.
Amsterdam’s Jewels
rachelpV1298EJ,Apr 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amsterdam is a jewel not to be missed! Our guide Ann walked our foursome through the hidden paths of history, through beautiful canals, cathedrals, delicious chocolate, cafes and restaurants. Ann is a very engaging guide and we truly enjoyed our hours with her in Amsterdam.
Unfortunate racism by the guide
valeriebH7617AN,Oct 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00I waited two weeks to give With Locals a chance to address our guide Helena’s blatant racism but looks like she is still a guide advertised on their website so their values clearly align with hers. Less than an hour into our tour (me and my friend, both of us white-presenting North American female doctors) during our stop at the historic post office she (in NO relation to the history of the post office) made statements such as “the muslims invading our country are threatening the gay community” and likened it to “blacks in America being disproportionately incarcerated because they’re criminals”. It was unsolicited, unrelated to our tour and completely unhinged. She saw that such blatant racism rattled me, locked eyes with me and doubled down with vitriol when I asked her to repeat herself, thinking I must have misunderstood. Not even an apology for overstepping as a tour guide. I ended the tour right there. With Locals refunded my money immediately though it was impossible to use their website to communicate with the company so I finally tracked them down on IG DM. They still employee her. Make your choices accordingly.
Excellent tour
Alexandria S,Aug 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was an amazing bike tour with Arunabha. We learned so much in a very short amount of time. Really enjoyed this tour and highly recommend it.
Olga was a great guide...
Robert L,Aug 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Olga was a great guide very informative and friendly. She took us to places we never would have thought of.
Arun was an excellent...
Sarah W,Jul 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Arun was an excellent guide, sharing interesting stories as well as some hidden gems around Amsterdam.
An informative walking tour!
EMILY B,Jun 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Olga, our guide was great! We learned a lot and enjoyed seeing the highlights of Amsterdam! It was perfect for our first morning in Amsterdam. Thank you.
Perfect introduction To Amsterdam
Sandy P,May 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Is was the best way to get introduced to an amazing city, Willam was great and we learned so much. We really enjoyed it. Would highly recommend doing a tour.
About the guide
pahala n,Apr 9, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Annette is an excellent guide. Knowledge of all the hidden gems. And for those who loves photography. She gives you loads of tips!
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