Dive into the real lives of 8 unique Amsterdammers. Begin to not just understand, but also to feel how it is to live and breathe Amsterdam. Meet a cannabis shop owner, a sex worker, a bike mechanic, a local family, and more.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Small group
- Limited to 10 participants
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 4 hours
- Starting time 1:00 PM
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English
Experience
Highlights
- Experience the stories of 8 real Amsterdammers who each embody a topic that Amsterdam is famous for
- See the world-famous Canal Belt, Dancing Houses, and the Red Light District
- Enjoy a high level of attention from your guide in this small group tour, with a maximum of 10 people
- Enjoy the best apple pie in town with two drinks
- Visit a coffeeshop, a sex workers working room and other incredible behind the scenes locations
Full description
Throughout this tour, you will be introduced to a vast array of characters, including Ruud, (Amsterdam's very own captain Jack Sparrow), Alex (one of Amsterdam's cycle-therapists), Tamara, (an Amsterdammer who is raising twins in the city) and Ari (a local entrepreneur and unofficial mayor of Amsterdam).
Step by step, you will attain a deeper connection with the city. Discover how the locals live, how the history of the city lives within them, and how they individually differ. Together, you will find out the people that make Amsterdam.
This tour has been featured on Lonely Planet’s list of 'Best Things To Do In Amsterdam 2019.' It has also won an award on AirBnB Experiences for the best experience under the category of 'Connection.'
Includes
- Apple pie and two drinks
- 2 meet-and-greets with real Amsterdammers
- Visit to a sex worker's room in an NGO brothel
COVID-19 precautions
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
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Meeting point
You will find us waiting for you at the Homomonument. Our guide will be wearing a black hat. The address is: Westermarkt, 1016 DD Amsterdam. Our meeting point is located just a 1 minute walk from the Anne Frank house. We are practically located in her backyard! You will see a big church, the “Westerchurch”. Behind it is the Homomonument, a triangle coming out from the ground. Your guide will be waiting at the triangle.
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Know before you go
- Tours operate rain or shine, please dress appropriately and bring an umbrella if necessary
- Minimum recommended age is 18 years old
- No alcohol will be served to adults younger than 18 years old
- If you are allergic to apple pie, you will be provided with other options
