Private Tour
Private Amsterdam WW2 walking tour
Overview
Available languages
2 hours
Mobile ticket
Join this 2 hour walking tour and discover all about life during nazi-occupation in the early 1940s. Find out how the people endured important events such as the February strike and the hunger winter. Hear the story of Anne Frank, her family and their struggles during this dark period of time.
Learn all about the Jewish history of Amsterdam. Get interesting information about the background of the original Jewish quarter and its evolution over the centuries. Explore the centuries-old Jewish quarter of the city and Learn more about Amsterdam’s troubled past. Get an insight into how the Jewish community lived and survived during and after the Second World War.
See many sights like the Portuguese Synagogue, the Jewish Historical Museum and the Headquarters of the Jewish Council. Discover sites like the Dokwerker and the Auschwitz Monument.
Hear stories about Anne Frank and her family, her move from Germany, her now famous diary and how her father published it after the war.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
A local guide
Private tour
Food and drinks
What To Expect
Portugese Synagoge
Here we will tell you about the history of the Jewish community of Amsterdam. The Amsterdam Sephardic community was one of the largest and richest Jewish communities in Europe during the Dutch Golden Age, and their very large synagogue reflected this. The synagogue remains an active place of worship and is also a popular tourist attraction.
Auschwitz Monument
Here we will you about the monument and the Jewish deportation.
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Private Amsterdam WW2 walking tour
Reviews
14 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Very informative! Aaron...
Alexis C,
Oct 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Very informative! Aaron was really detailed Overall a great experience. I would recommend to anyone looking to get a history lesson on Amsterdam’s role in WW2. the 2 hours flew by
Amazing time
Maria Alejandra O,
Sep 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Aarón was a great tour guide, very knowledge, kind and funny. We learned a lot of things of WWII that we didn’t know about before.
WWII walking history tour
grapevinegirl,
Aug 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00The history and information presented were good. For those very interested in the WWII history of Amsterdam, it gives a good overview with suggestions of where to go for more in depth information. We were a bit put off by Aaron’s use of foul language and his generous sharing of personal opinion during the tour. He’s Irish and some of that might simply be cultural differences between Irish and Americans.
Fantastic tour!
bethannk,
Aug 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was an excellent tour, and our guide was fantastic. We learned so much, and are thankful we booked this tour. The only problem we had was that it was Pride weekend and there were so many people, that we couldn't find our guide at the beginning.
Avoid the guide Aaron
Kathy M,
Jul 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
1.00I travel frequently and always look forward to private tours that offer local insight and personalized experiences. Unfortunately, this one fell flat—not because of the destinations, which were beautiful, but because of the guide, Aaron. From the start, his demeanor was cold and condescending. After an exhausting eight-hour flight and significant jet lag, I was met with sarcasm and a thinly veiled disdain for Americans. Instead of creating a welcoming atmosphere, he made snide remarks—including mocking me for being a “Yank”—and seemed more interested in testing my knowledge of history than sharing his own. When I didn’t know something, his responses were arrogant and dismissive. The entire experience was tainted by his attitude. It’s hard to enjoy a tour when your guide clearly resents doing the job and shows potential bias toward certain nationalities or backgrounds. If you’re considering this tour, I’d strongly suggest requesting a different guide—anyone but Aaron.
Recommend Private Tour
Joan G,
Apr 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We learned a lot and it was fun to have our own guide for our family. Our guide was personable and knowledgeable.
Highly recommended
Mike R,
Dec 9, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00The tour was outstanding. James was incredibly knowledgeable and insightful. My wife and I learned a great deal. Very memorable!
Loved it
Jay S,
Oct 2, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Really enjoyed the your tour. James gave us lots of interesting and mostly unknown historical perspectives as well as recommendations of other museums to see. Would definitely recommend.
Great tour of Amsterdam
Don,
Jun 28, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide Aaron did a great job of walking around the city, showing many of the most historically important sight. I highly recommend Aaron and the tour.
Amazing!
Seth M,
Apr 1, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00Masha was absolutely fantastic! She is extremely knowledgeable and friendly. The tour was entertaining, interactive, no dull moments. We enjoyed all the history and the sites/monuments that she showed us. I would highly recommend this tour for anyone interested in the Jewish history of Amsterdam.
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