Discover Amsterdam’s 21 best Walking tours spots for your trip

Grachtengordel

Stroll the Grachtengordel, Amsterdam's UNESCO-listed ring of Golden Age canals. Follow Herengracht, Keizersgracht, and Prinsengracht past gabled mansions and hump-backed bridges, pausing at a canalside café.

Jordaan

Lose yourself in the Jordaan, Amsterdam's cosy maze of narrow streets, small canals, and brown cafés. Browse independent boutiques, peek into hidden courtyards, and linger over a coffee on a quiet corner.

De Wallen

Walk through De Wallen, Amsterdam's medieval heart of canals, alleys, and nightlife. See the Oude Kerk and old canal houses by day, or experience the district's energy once the lights come on after dark.

Amsterdam Oud-Zuid

Explore Oud-Zuid, Amsterdam's stately museum quarter of grand townhouses and leafy avenues. Cross Museumplein between the great museums, then wander into Vondelpark for a green break.

De Pijp

Dive into De Pijp, Amsterdam's lively food-and-café quarter south of the canals. Graze your way through the Albert Cuyp Market, rest in Sarphatipark, then pick a terrace for the evening.

NDSM

★ 4.5 · 9,640 reviews

Cross the IJ to NDSM, Amsterdam's former shipyard turned creative playground. Explore graffiti-covered hangars, browse themed shops and artist studios, then pause at an on-site eatery amid the industrial scenery.

Small-Group Walking Tour

★ 4.7 · 1,492 reviews

Get your bearings in Amsterdam with this small-group walking tour led by a local guide. Follow the story from medieval settlement to Golden Age trading centre and wartime history, then leave with personal tips for further exploring.

Guided Red Light District Tour in a Small Group

★ 4.9 · 9,264 reviews

Understand Amsterdam's most talked-about district through the eyes of a local guide. Walk past the Oude Kerk and the Condomerie while hearing how the area's rules and reputation came about.

Amsterdam Oud-West

Step into Oud-West, the relaxed residential quarter just beyond Amsterdam's canal ring. Wander tree-lined streets, browse independent shops, and settle on a café terrace before drifting toward Vondelpark.

Big Bike tour - See all in 3 unforgettable hours

★ 4.7 · 5,935 reviews

Cycle through Amsterdam's most photogenic neighbourhoods on a small-group ride. Roll past canals, the Jordaan and Vondelpark, then stop for a stroopwafel and stories about the city's history.

Top Highlights Guided Bike Tour

★ 4.7 · 1,749 reviews

Pedal through the heart of Amsterdam on a guided bike tour of its top highlights. Ride past canals, the Jordaan and Museumplein while your guide explains the architecture, with a stroopwafel to round off the ride.

Amsterdam-Oost

Head east into Amsterdam-Oost, where everyday city life plays out away from the tourist trail. Stroll Oosterpark, then push through the stalls of Dappermarkt before stopping at a neighbourhood café.

De Baarsjes

Cross into De Baarsjes, the diverse west-side neighbourhood where Amsterdam's creative crowd has made its home. Browse the Ten Katemarkt, wander past murals and cafés, and linger into the evening on a busy terrace.

Eastern Docklands

Cross into the Eastern Docklands, where old harbour islands have become a showcase of modern Amsterdam architecture. Follow the quays between bridges and waterfront homes, then pause at a café with views over the IJ.

Watergraafsmeer

Head east to Watergraafsmeer, a local Amsterdam neighbourhood few visitors see. Walk its quiet residential streets and take in the everyday, understated charm that the canal-ring crowds miss.

Nieuwendammerdijk

Slip away from central Amsterdam to Nieuwendammerdijk, a hidden dyke street in the north. Stroll past rows of charming little houses along the water and enjoy a slower, village-like side of the city.

Bos en Lommer

Wander Bos en Lommer, a low-key western neighbourhood where Amsterdam's early 20th-century housing still defines the streets. Explore brick courtyards and local shops for a view of the city beyond the postcards.

Anne Frank: Small-Group Walking Tour & Local Guide

★ 4.8 · 15,251 reviews

Walk the streets where Anne Frank's story unfolded with a local specialist. Hear about the family's years in hiding, the diary and the resistance movement while passing the Jewish Historical Museum and the Anne Frank House.

Ganja Walking Tour with munchies

★ 4.2 · 2,140 reviews

Learn how Amsterdam came to embrace coffeeshop culture on a relaxed guided walk through the centre. See the places where the city's cannabis rules took shape and pause for informational smoking breaks.

Red Light District & Coffee Shop Tour

★ 4.7 · 4,564 reviews

Discover the history behind Amsterdam's Red Light District and its coffeeshops with a local guide. Walk through its lanes and into Chinatown while hearing how the city's rules and politics evolved.

Hidden Gems & Highlights Guided Bike Tour

★ 4.8 · 1,508 reviews

Pedal through the quieter side of Amsterdam with a local guide. Ride along canals and courtyards in the Jordaan, then cross Vondelpark to Museumplein after a coffee stop.