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Key Info for Visitors
- Currency: EUR
- Languages: Dutch, Frisian, English, German
- Climate: Temperate maritime
- Timezone: Europe/Amsterdam
- Population: The population of the Netherlands is approximately 17.8 million people.
- Best Time to Visit: best time to visit is spring and early autumn for pleasant weather and fewer crowds.
- Visa Requirements Citizens of the EU, US, UK, Canada, Australia, and many other countries can enter the Netherlands visa-free for short stays up to 90 days. Visitors from some countries require a Schengen visa, which must be obtained prior to travel. There is no visa on arrival or e-visa for most travelers. US, UK, and EU citizens generally do not need a visa for tourism or business visits under 90 days.
About Netherlands
The Netherlands is a vibrant and picturesque destination known for its iconic windmills, colorful tulip fields, historic canals, and charming cities. Its unique flat landscape makes it ideal for cycling enthusiasts, while the rich cultural heritage is visible in world-class museums, historic towns, and lively festivals. Amsterdam, the capital, offers a blend of historic architecture and modern culture with famous museums like the Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum. Beyond the cities, visitors can explore quaint villages, vast flower gardens, and traditional Dutch windmills. The country’s liberal and open-minded society adds to its appeal, making it welcoming to all travelers. Whether interested in art, history, nature, or culinary delights, the Netherlands offers a diverse experience that is both accessible and memorable.
Top Attractions
1. Rijksmuseum - A premier art museum in Amsterdam housing masterpieces from Dutch Golden Age painters like Rembrandt and Vermeer. 2. Keukenhof Gardens - One of the world’s largest flower gardens, famous for its vibrant tulip displays in spring. 3. Anne Frank House - The historic home and museum dedicated to Anne Frank’s life and legacy during World War II. 4. Zaanse Schans - An open-air museum with traditional Dutch windmills, crafts, and wooden houses showcasing 18th- and 19th-century life. 5. Canal Belt of Amsterdam - A UNESCO World Heritage site featuring scenic canals lined with historic buildings and charming bridges.
Popular Activities
Popular activities include cycling through scenic countryside and city bike paths, canal cruises in Amsterdam, visiting flower fields and gardens, exploring museums and art galleries, and attending cultural festivals. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking, boating, and bird watching. Food tours and cheese tasting are also popular, as well as exploring local markets and historic towns.
Netherlands Tours & Experiences
- Top Attractions: 1. Rijksmuseum - A premier art museum in Amsterdam housing masterpieces from Dutch Golden Age painters like Rembrandt and Vermeer. 2. Keukenhof Gardens - One of the world’s largest flower gardens, famous for its vibrant tulip displays in spring. 3. Anne Frank House - The historic home and museum dedicated to Anne Frank’s life and legacy during World War II. 4. Zaanse Schans - An open-air museum with traditional Dutch windmills, crafts, and wooden houses showcasing 18th- and 19th-century life. 5. Canal Belt of Amsterdam - A UNESCO World Heritage site featuring scenic canals lined with historic buildings and charming bridges.
- Duration Range: Popular activities include cycling through scenic countryside and city bike paths, canal cruises in Amsterdam, visiting flower fields and gardens, exploring museums and art galleries, and attending cultural festivals. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking, boating, and bird watching. Food tours and cheese tasting are also popular, as well as exploring local markets and historic towns.
- Group Size: Flexible group sizes
- Difficulty Level: Mixed Difficulty
- Recommended For: The best time to visit is spring and early autumn for pleasant weather and fewer crowds. Pack layers and rain gear due to variable weather. Respect local customs such as punctuality and queuing. Keep an eye on belongings in busy tourist spots. Credit and debit cards are widely accepted, but having some cash is useful for small purchases. Learn a few basic Dutch greetings to enhance interactions.
Average Tour Price: $75
Lowest Price Tour: $45
Highest Price Tour: $200
2872 Available Tour Excursions in Netherlands
Experience the best of Amsterdam through its food, canals, and culture on this immersive Amsterdam Food Tour. Taste Dutch classics and reinventions, Surinamese street food, and artisanal cheeses — all while exploring the city’s most charming neighborhoods and iconic waterways. This is a Sherpa Food Tour, part of our global collection of High-Fidelity Local Experiences for curious travelers and passionate food lovers. You’ll start with bold Surinamese flavors, enjoy creamy veal croquettes, and stop at a trendy brown café where classics meet new wave. Walk the iconic canals, explore the Jordaan, and hear how migration and trade shaped one of the world’s most multicultural food scenes. You’ll sample a Dutch cheese tasting, enjoy modern comfort food, and end with dessert and jenever — a spirited goodbye shared with fellow food lovers. This isn’t just a food tour — it’s a cultural deep dive into the heart of the Netherlands. Join us and leave full, inspired, and just a little bit tipsy.
Price: $79.00
Duration: 3 hours
During this exciting one-hour canal tour, you’ll have a unique opportunity to view Amsterdam’s most popular attractions from the water! Plus, our skipper will give you great tips and info to help you decide which ones you’d like to visit when you’re back on land. Please feel free to bring your own snacks and drinks aboard so you can truly relax as you cruise through the magical World Heritage Canal District.
Price: $98.95
Duration: 1 hours
This exclusive 2-hour private tour is designed for true Van Gogh aficionados, offering an in-depth journey through the world’s most extensive collection of the artist’s paintings and drawings. Led by an expert art historian, this tour delves deep into the life, artistry, and inspirations of Vincent van Gogh. You'll explore why Van Gogh took up painting at 27, the profound influence of his beloved brother Theo, and the complex relationships that shaped his life. Gain a deep understanding of Van Gogh’s different artistic periods, from the somber tones of his “dark period” in Brabant to the vibrant experiments during his Paris years, and the tumultuous time in the Yellow House with Gauguin in Arles. The tour also explores the poignant end of his life—Vincent’s tragic death at 37, followed by his brother Theo’s passing just months later—and the remarkable woman who played a crucial role in cementing Van Gogh’s legacy.
Price: $292.08
Duration: 2-3 hours
Join us on a canal boat of Luxe Sloepen Haarlem with a group of friends for the best experience of the Haarlem canals. We can provide cold drinks or bring your own!
Price: $417.25
Duration: 1-3 hours
Our Updated Tour Designed by a local 4th generation Amsterdammer join our 3 in 1 walking tour! Skip the Line at Fabel Friet – Amsterdam’s most famous fries spot with long lines. Walk right past the crowd! The Oldest Bakery in Amsterdam - enjoy a delicious stroopwafel that is baked fresh and fills your nostrils with the smell of sweet delicious caramel and spices. ️ More Than Just Food or Beer – It’s History Too! – This isn’t just about eating and drinking. As we walk through Amsterdam’s beautiful canals and hidden streets, you’ll hear the fascinating stories behind the city’s past. A Mystery Beer Tasting – We take a deep dive into Dutch beer culture with a dedicated tasting experience. Five unique brews, plus extra snacks, in a cozy, welcoming setting. ✨ A Well-Balanced Adventure – You get a little bit of everything: a taste of Amsterdam’s best, a walk through history, a ferry ride across the river, and a full-on beer tasting finale.
Price: $83.45
Duration: 3 hours
During this 120-minute art tour, through the permanent collection in the Rijksmuseum, you will explore how the artists Rembrandt and Frans Hals captured the incredible expansion of the Dutch Golden Age. See the people, the objects, and the paintings that define this unprecedented era of Dutch history, and explore how the art reflects the changing values and beliefs of the republic. We meet at the Cobra Cafe at Museumplein. Your tour guide carries your entrance ticket. Right at the starting time of the tour, the guide will move towards the Rijksmuseum, and enter with the group. The museum works with strict timeslots. After the 2-hour guided tour inside the Rijksmuseum, you can stay as long as you wish, and relax at the cafe or appreciate the work of arts.
Price: $205.65
Duration: 2 hours
Visit the famous Alkmaar Cheese Market and the historic city of Alkmaar in this 2.5 hour small group walking tour. Stand on the cobbled square of the beautiful Weighing House (Waag) and watch as thousands of kilograms of cheese are traded as it was centuries ago! Learn all about the history of the Cheese Market, the Weighing House, the Cheese Carriers Guild and other interesting facts in a relaxed and fun way. You will even have a chance to sample some delicious Dutch cheese from a local farmer. You will be at the cheese market for approximately 1.5 hours which is plenty of time to see everything cheese! Once you have had your fill of the cheese market, your expert Canadian guide will take you through Alkmaar's beautiful historic, medieval centre. A tour not to be missed!
Price: $32.19
Duration: 2 hours
Camina en este tour en español por el periodo que hizo temblar los pilares de la civilización y que creó uno de los relatos más conmovedores del siglo XX. El mayor conflicto bélico de la era moderna.
Price: $5.96
Duration: 1 hours
This 4 -4.5 hour guided sunset canoe tour shows you the countryside of the Netherlands close to Amsterdam. Just 15 minutes of Amsterdam Paddle through the polder landscape in Waterland with their meadowland birds, cows and sheep. This is the perfect tour if you have not much time, but like to see how flat The Netherlands is. It is the area that is been visit through Rembrandt. Paddle through a village what you can call Venice of the North. We have a picnic at a lake with a lovely view over the real original windmills...maybe a bit smaller than you expected. After this tour, you will know what a polder is and reclaimed land. We offer small groups, maximum of 10 adults per group.
Price: $92.99
Duration: 4 hours
A unique all inclusive experience with insider access to the places we visit. Escape the busy city! A few miles outside Amsterdam lays the beautiful countryside of Holland. Visit the windmills, explore old towns, taste Gouda cheese and Dutch apple pie. This is an all inclusive small group tour. We travel with luxurious full-size Mini Bus to our destinations. We come at places where no tourbusses can come. When the group is complete we drive north to the small historic fishermen village of Marken. We have a short walk in the village where I explain some of the history. In the harbor of Marken we will stop at a local dutch cafe for coffee, tea and Dutch apple pie. Great time to get to know eachother a bit more. From Marken we drive to the wooden shoe and cheese farm. At the farm we will get a private tour how cheese and wooden shoes are made. The traditional sawmill where they still saw wood as in the old days. The windmill shows the big industrial revolution in the 16th century.
Price: $166.90
Duration: 4-5 hours
You will get to know Amsterdam with the eyes of a local, from the traditional Dutch architecture, houses and crooked buildings, to the most beautiful canals and hiding places of Amsterdam. Along with all this, you will return home with photos taken by a professional passionate about sharing stories and unique moments.
Price: $596.07
Duration: 1 hours
AVAILABLE FROM 20 MARCH-11MAY 2025 ---------------------------------------------------- This tour is all about flower power. Marvel at the rainbow-colored flower fields full of blossoming daffodils, orchids and of course tulips, with windmills on the horizon. Visit the Keukenhof Gardens and see wonderful floral displays and let your nose be filled with the scent of over seven million blooming flowers. In the Garden of Europe are more tulips to be found than anywhere else in the world. Your private Driver/Host will tour you through the varicoloured tulip strips and show you the extravagant floral displays of the Keukenhof Gardens. After you’ve discovered the world of flower power, your personal Driver/Host will drive you true the flowerfields. the final destination is a Family ownd farm where you can discover the fascinating process of tulip cultivation on a working farm, explore the beautiful show gardens, pick your own tulips, and see how the bulbs are grown and harvested.
Price: $460.17
Duration: 5-6 hours
This tour will take you through the historical heart of Delft with an enthusiastic local as your guide, whose passion for the city is infectious. Experience the beauty of the historic Market Square, the tranquility of the churches and canals and the excitement of the city's young population. The guide will regale you with stories that breathe life into Delft's history and culture. In Delft, everything comes together: you will walk in the footsteps of the Father of the Fatherland, get to know the Dutchman who discovered microbes, and of course you'll learn about the master of light himself, Johannes Vermeer. All while walking along the canals of the quaintest city of Holland. Expect to hear interesting stories and to get real insider tips that only locals know about! You will see and understand things that would otherwise go unnoticed. This tour takes 2 hours and it starts and ends in the city center. It can be booked in English, German, Dutch, Spanish, Italian or French.
Price: $237.24
Duration: 2 hours
Navigate the canals and dodge bikes with our photographer guides to capture the dreamland that is Amsterdam. Come explore the enchanting streets of the most photogenic city in the world. Follow along with your private photographer guide as you explore the most captivating angles of iconic Amsterdam, as well as new sites you will not soon forget. All the while, you will demystify your camera's complexities and learn how to capture the perfect shot with your own camera. This private lesson teaches photography skills and encourages your creativity and photographic development. Whether you are just starting, a hobbyist or have years of experience, our team of professional photographers will find excellent photographic opportunities for all kinds of interests for you to shoot, from landmarks and people watching to hidden secrets and great views over the city. Take advantage of the one-on-one experience of our private and personalized tour to develop your own creative vision.
Price: $190.74
Duration: 3 hours
This is not just a sightseeing tour — it’s the ultimate Amsterdam combo experience! In one inspiring walk, you'll explore iconic landmarks, discover hidden places locals love, and enjoy authentic Dutch tastings like cheese and stroopwafels. Our passionate local guides bring the city to life with stories you won't find in any guidebook — from royal secrets to curious urban legends. We’ll share our favorite photo spots, reveal unexpected architectural gems, and even show you where to find green parrots in the city center! You’ll leave not just with great memories, but also with our bonus PDF: your one-day plan to keep exploring like a local. We’ll show you the city from a new perspective — warmly, insightfully, and with a touch of fun.
Price: $29.80
Duration: 2 hours
Hi friends! A very warm welcome. You found the ultimate Amsterdam biking experience! In this unique bike tour you escape the crowded city center. You will explore Amsterdam through the eyes of your local hero Pim (Bill in English) and his adorable mini poodle Herman. Without a doubt this is the quintessential Amsterdam bike tour and it is designed to fully immerse you in Dutch culture and the local Amsterdam's biking scene. Bill has selected a beautiful and safe route through the back streets of Amsterdam. Bill and Herman will take you through their neighborhood on a magical journey! They will show you the hidden gems, revealing the secrets of Amsterdam. You will see a windmill, house boats, explore a beautiful park and navigate a secret canal district. We even take a ferry and discover an abandoned shipping wharf plastered with pop-up art and graffiti. Join this one-of-a-kind bike tour and let Bill and Herman take you for a spin. Hop on and join the ride!
Price: $82.26
Duration: 3 hours
Skip the busy tour groups and discover Amsterdam like a local with a personalized tour tailored just for you. Your journey begins as your local host meets you at a convenient location. Whether you want to explore the famous museums like Van Gogh, visit the Anne Frank House, cruise through Amsterdam's beautiful canals to uncover their history, visit a historic canal house with hidden gardens, or dive into Amsterdam's food scene, this experience is all about what interests you most. Perfect for families, solo travelers, couples, and colleagues, this tour ensures you get an authentic feel of the city. Uncover Amsterdam your way, with every detail crafted to ensure a memorable and genuine exploration of this vibrant city.
Price: $147.83
Duration: 2-6 hours
Come onboard of our classic private saloon boat for the Amsterdam Light Festival boat tour which takes place from 1st Dec 2022 till 22nd of January 2023. Discover the lightened sculptures from a variety of artists while floating through the canals. Bring your friends, family or children to this amazing light festival boat tour and explore together the artistic light objects and their meanings. Our captain which is also the guide will know the history of the art objects as well as key facts of the artist. The private boat is one of a few which has the floating monument status in Amsterdam. Due to its historic character, built in 1912, earlier serving as a passenger transport boat between East and West Germany, this boat has unique history. Unlike other boat tours, this tour includes a welcome drink and has an intimate setting with your own group up to 8 people. The captain is a real local and stands for excellent service during the Amsterdam light festival boat tour.
Price: $286.12
Duration: 1 hours
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Frequently Asked Questions
Local Food & Cuisine
Dutch cuisine features hearty and simple dishes such as stroopwafels (caramel waffles), bitterballen (fried meatballs), herring, and poffertjes (mini pancakes). Cheese is a national specialty with varieties like Gouda and Edam widely enjoyed. Dining customs are casual, with many cafes and street food options. Noteworthy restaurants include De Kas in Amsterdam, known for farm-to-table dining, and The Pancake Bakery for traditional Dutch pancakes.
Getting Around
The Netherlands is easily accessible by air through Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, one of Europe’s major hubs. Local transportation includes an extensive and efficient train network, trams, buses, and ferries. Cycling is a highly recommended way to get around cities and countryside. Public transport is affordable and well-connected. Taxis and car rentals are also available but less necessary in urban areas.
Travel Tips
The best time to visit is spring and early autumn for pleasant weather and fewer crowds. Pack layers and rain gear due to variable weather. Respect local customs such as punctuality and queuing. Keep an eye on belongings in busy tourist spots. Credit and debit cards are widely accepted, but having some cash is useful for small purchases. Learn a few basic Dutch greetings to enhance interactions.
Culture & Customs
Dutch culture values directness, openness, and tolerance. Social customs include greeting with a handshake and maintaining eye contact. Important festivals include King’s Day, celebrated nationwide with street markets and parties, and Sinterklaas in December. Punctuality is important in social and business settings. It is customary to remove shoes when entering someone’s home.
