Storytelling walking tours
Amsterdam, told through stories
Rows of red theatre seats

For the curious.

We're a collective of guides telling Amsterdam's stories.

★★★★★  4.9 · 300+ reviews

History & Heritage

Quirky Amsterdam

Art & Architecture

Religion & Philosophy

Food & Drinks

Private tours

Private tours, shaped around you

Tell us what you’re curious about and we’ll build the walk around it. For couples, families and friends, visitors and locals alike.

Companies & groups

A walk your team will talk about

Team outings, client visits and conferences in English, Dutch, German or Spanish. From €500 per group.

About us

A collective of storytellers

Amsterdam Guides Collective (AGC) is a community of deeply knowledgeable local guides who live, study, and breathe this city.

Why Amsterdam Guides Collective

History through people

We tell Amsterdam’s history through the people who made it: merchants and rebels, believers and dreamers.

Written by your guide

Every tour is researched and written by the guide who leads it, so you hear stories you won’t get on a standard tour.

Shaped around you

Small groups and private tours at your pace, around what you’re curious about.

Reviews

What our guests say

It was a special experience for us, and I’ve received very positive feedback from all my colleagues. You showed us the city in such a wonderful, authentic way and helped us get to know Amsterdam better. Thank you so much again for the great planning of the event, the pleasant conversation, and the fantastic city tour. We’d love to work with you again.

Constance September 7, 2026

An incredible walking tour experience! Our guide Wendelin was engaging, knowledgeable, and made the city’s history come alive with fascinating stories. We explored both iconic landmarks and hidden gems, making it feel like a truly local experience.

Dani May 23, 2026

Our guide was incredibly knowledgeable, offering deep insights into the city’s past—from its Golden Age to modern-day developments. The stories and details shared gave us a real appreciation for Amsterdam’s heritage. If you're interested in history, this tour is a must!

John February 17, 2026

Stan was the best! Had a great walk learning the history of the city. His knowledge is endless and answered anything we could come up with. He added in lots of art history and local culture. Can’t wait for our Jewish quarter tour with him on Monday.

Laura June 19, 2026

Wendelin was an excellent guide to Amsterdam - his depth of knowledge and good humor made for a wonderful tour - even on a rainy day!

Sudeep April 20, 2026

An outstanding walking tour, our guide (Jessy?) had great knowledge of the Amsterdam and broader history. She was very customer focused and gave us a wonderful experience! We totally enjoyed our tour!

Michael May 12, 2026

Wendelin was the most wonderful guide! So informative, personal and fun! We felt like he truly made it a memorable experience! We’ve traveled a lot with private guides and he was one of the best.

Anna June 4, 2026
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Frequently asked questions

The Amsterdam Guides Collective offers expertly crafted tours that you won’t find anywhere else. We go far beyond the typical sightseeing experience. Each tour is carefully designed by our experienced guides, offering exclusive insights and engaging narratives that you won’t get from a guidebook or standard tour. If you want to experience Amsterdam like never before—authentic, personal, and unforgettable—this is the tour for you.

Amsterdam Essentials, our introduction to the city, costs from €49 per person in a small group of up to 8 people. Our other story tours are private, with one price for your whole group: €275 for 1–4 guests, €325 for 5–8 and €375 for 9–15. Company outings start at €500.

See private tours and companies & groups for details.

Most of our tours last about two hours; The Rise and Fall of Jewish Amsterdam takes about two and a half. We keep a comfortable pace, with time for your questions.

Our tours are offered in English, Dutch, German and Spanish. If you require a tour in another language, please contact us in advance, and we’ll do our best to accommodate you.

If you need to cancel your booking, please do so at least 24 hours in advance for a full refund. Cancellations made less than 24 hours in advance may not be refundable.