Explore Amsterdam: Top Things to do in Netherlands Capital
- Jacqlyne
- Mar 24
- 7 min read
Updated: 5 days ago
Amsterdam, the vibrant capital of the Netherlands, is a city rich in history, culture, and unique experiences. Visitors to this enchanting city will find an abundance of activities and attractions that cater to a wide array of interests. From its iconic canals and historic architecture to its world-class museums and lively neighborhoods, there is something for everyone in Amsterdam, so let's dive in! You may want to check out the Amsterdam Explorer Pass or City Card for discounts on multiple attractions.
Disclaimer
Part of the job of a travel agent is to save clients time and money. I looked through hundreds of tours and picked out the best tours to book in various categories that are both the best in quality and price.
Prices listed below are subject to change. Rates are typically discounted for larger groups and children, so use the links provided to see the exact cost for your specific scenario and book what is of interest to you.
Amsterdam Walking Tour

Enjoy a wide-ranging introduction to Amsterdam’s highlights and history on this small-group walking tour. Meet your guide right in the heart of the city, and set off on foot. You’ll see highlights like the Royal Palace and the Red Light District, will learn about the city’s origins and key moments in its history, will admire its UNESCO-listed center, and more.
Duration
2.5 hours
Availability
Everyday at 10:30 am and 2 pm
Price
$6
Alternative
Rude Bastards Tour of Amsterdam - $3 per person
Walking Tour of Haunted Amsterdam - $3 per person
Windmill Guided Tour - $9 per person
Red Light District Tour - $15 per person
Brothel Tour with Former Sex Worker - $24 per person
Haunted History and Ghost Walking Tour - $27 per person
Hop On Hop Off Bus - $30 per person
Flower Bike Guided Tour of City Canals - $31 per person
Red Light Tour + Peep Show - $56 per person
Tulip Fields Day Tour with Lunch & Windmill

Join a tour showcasing the most colorful tulip fields and a historic windmill, then enjoy a luxury lunch – all in one day.
Duration
6 hours
Availability
Everyday at 9:30 am and 10 am
Price
$135 per person
Alternative
Dutch Countryside Bike Tour - $33 per person
Keukenhof Day Trip - $38 per person
Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam & Marken Day Trip - $39 per person
Windmill, Cheese, and Countryside E-Bike Tour - $51 per person
Tour to Keukenhof Gardens with Windmill Cruise - $59 per person
Guided Trip to Rotterdam, Delft & The Hague - $70 per person
Zaanse Schans Mills, The Hague & Rotterdam - $76 per person
Keukenhof and Zaanse Schans Guided Day Trip - $80 per person
Giethoorn & Afsluitdijk Day Trip with Boat Tour - $85 per person
Zaanse Schans and Giethoorn Guided Tour - $118 per person
Day Trip to Famous Tulip Route in Noordoostpolder - $131 per person
Antwerp & Ghent Day Trip

On this day trip to Antwerp and Ghent from Amsterdam, you'll discover the most emblematic places in two of Belgium's prettiest cities.
Duration
8 hours
Availability
Fridays & Sundays at 7 am
Price
$107 per person
Alternative
Burges Day Trip - $64 per person
Antwerp & Cologne Day Trip - $107 per person
The Anne Frank Tour

With this Anne Frank tour, you get a sense of the life of Anne Frank. As you walk around in old Amsterdam, learn how life was for the Jewish community during the start of WWII. You walk to the Anne Frank house and get a sense of the neighborhood and how life was for her in hiding.
Duration
2 hours
Availability
Everyday at 11 am and 1:30 pm
Price
$3
Alternative
Dutch WWII Resistance Museum - $17 per person
National Holocaust Museum - $22 per person
Jewish Quarter Museums & Synagogue - $22 per person
Jordaan, Anne Frank and Leidseplein Tour - $27 per person
Anne Frank & Jewish Cultural Quarter Tour - $70 per person
Herzogenbusch Concentration Camp - $178 per person
Royal Palace

Follow in the footsteps of kings and queens and explore the Royal Palace of Amsterdam with an informative audio guide. Learn more about the history of Amsterdam in the Dutch "Golden Age."
Duration
At your leisure
Availability
Everyday from 10 am - 6 pm
Price
$14 per person
Alternative
Oude Kerk - $15 per person
Royal Diamond Experience - $24 per person
Castle De Haar Guided Tour - $135 per person
Ripley's Believe It or Not!

Enter a world of the incredible and unbelievable with a fast-track entrance ticket to Ripley's Believe It or Not! Museum. See curiosities from around the world and extraordinary art objects.
Duration
At your leisure
Availability
Everyday from 11 am - 7 pm
Price
$24 per person
Alternative
Madame Tussauds - $20 per person
Body Worlds - $24 per person
Amsterdam Dungeon - $25 per person
5D Flight Experience - $25 per person
The Upside Down Museum - $29 per person
WONDR Experience - $28 per person
AMAZE Amsterdam - $29 per person
Berlin Dungeon - $24 per person
The Upside Down Museum - $27 per person
Hash, Marihuana, and Hemp Museum

Visit the world's oldest cannabis museum with an entry ticket to the Hash, Marihuana, and Hemp Museum. Discover the past, present, and future of the cannabis plant as you explore with an audio guide.
Duration
At your leisure
Availability
Everyday from 12 pm - 8 pm
Price
$13 per person
Alternative
Red Light Secrets Museum - $16 per person
Rembrandts Immersive Experience - $16 per person
Wereldmuseum Amsterdam - $19 per person
Kingdom of the Pharaohs - $19 per person
Rembrandt House Museum - $21 per person
Van Gogh and Rembrandt Immersive Experience - $22 per person
NEMO Science Museum - $22 per person
Moco Museum - $24 per person
Van Gogh Museum - $28 per person
Rijksmuseum - $29 per person
ARTIS Royal - $33 per person
Canal Cruise with Open Bar & Bites

Discover Amsterdam on a luxurious boat with this canal cruise and a live guide. Pass landmarks like the Maritime Museum and Anne Frank House, while enjoying a variety of drinks from the onboard bar.
Duration
1 hour
Availability
Everyday, times from 10:30 am - 9:30 pm
Price
$37
Alternative
Historic Tram Ride on Heritage Line to Amstelveen - $8 per person
Canal House Museum - $16 per person
Museum of the Canals - $19 per person
National Maritime Museum - $20 per person
Smoke and Lounge City Boat Cruise - $29 per person
River Cruise With All-You-Can-Eat Dutch Pancakes - $28 per person
The Heineken Flagship Canal Cruise - $28 per person
Afternoon Tea Canal Cruise - $58 per person
Amsterdam Canal Trip and Gourmet Dinner with Drinks - $85 per person
Pub Crawl

Join a local guide for a fun night out in Amsterdam. Visit 5 of the best bars in the city and enjoy a free welcome shot at each bar. Including all entry fees and ticket for the club afterward.
Duration
4 hours
Availability
Everyday at 10 pm
Price
$25 per person
Alternative
Amsterdam Nightlife - $12 per person
Icebar with Complimentary Drinks - $31 per person
A'DAM Lookout with Drinks - $26 per person
Craft Beer Tasting with Cheese and Snacks - $27 per person
Heineken VIP Experience

Experience the story of the world’s famous beer at the place where it all began. Discover the first built Heineken brewery and learn everything about the beer and its history.
Duration
4 hours
Availability
Sunday - Thursday at 1 pm and 4 pm
Price
$70 per person
Alternative
Heineken Experience - $27 per person
Distillery Tour & Rum Tasting - $39 per person
Dutch Winetasting - $52 per person
Distilling Class - $88 per person
Food and Culture Walking Tour

Join a foodie and cultural walking tour in Amsterdam and taste classic Dutch foods while learning about their history. Explore the beautiful city and see some of its historic landmarks.
Duration
3.5 hours
Availability
Everyday at 12 pm
Price
$64 per person
Alternative
Food Tour Amsterdam - $3 per person
Henri Willig Cheese Tasting Experience - $18 per person
Chocolate Fondue in the Dark - $20 per person
Pancakes at Dutch Pancake Masters - $21 per person
Dutch Cheese Tasting Experience with Wine - $26 per person
Dutch Syrup Waffle Making Workshop - $27 per person
Space Cake Cooking Class - $27 per person
A'DAM Lookout with Lunch or Dinner - $28 per person
3 Course Dinner in the Dark - $56 per person
Day Trip to Gouda's Cheese Market - $64 per person
VEGAS Dinner Show

Enjoy a fun night out in Amsterdam at VEGAS, a spectacular dinner show, a 3-course shared dining menu, and more. Choose from a range of seating options.
Duration
2 hours
Availability
Fridays & Saturdays at 7:15pm
Price
$139 per person
Alternative
Coqtales Male Show - $65 per person
Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra

Enjoy a symphonic classical concert by the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra in the Main Hall of the Concertgebouw in Amsterdam. Enjoy drinks before the concert and during intermission.
Duration
1 - 2.5 hours
Availability
Varies, see calendar
Price
$54 per person
Boom Chicago Comedy Show

Enjoy an evening of laughter with a visit to the famous 'Boom Chicago' Comedy Club. Have a great night out in Amsterdam with a ticket to an English-speaking improv or standup show.
Duration
2 hours
Availability
Wednesday - Sunday at 8 pm
Price
$19 per person
Alternative
The Comedy Embassy - $24 per person
Magic Show - $30 per person
Hoge Veluwe National Park

The De Hoge Veluwe National Park is one of the Netherlands' greatest natural treasures. Discover its incredible plants and wildlife on this trip from Amsterdam.
Duration
6 hours
Availability
Monday - Friday at 8 am
Price
$189 per person
Alternative
Guided Canoe Trip - $41 per person
Amsterdam Countryside Bike and Kayak Tour - $76 per person
Wadden Sea Cruise and Seal Safari - $189 per person
Texel Island Day Trip - $270 per person
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