New Market Square (Nieuwmarkt) Tours and Tickets

Cruising the canals of Amsterdam is a must for first-time visitors to the city. This family-friendly cruise provides a personalized experience with a small boat and a maximum of 20 passengers on-board. Get to know each other as you sip drinks, tuck into snacks, and enjoy entertaining commentary. Enjoy amazing views from the open boat and cruise around the UNESCO-listed canal ring, spotting landmarks including the Rijksmuseum and the Anne Frank House, and hearing fun facts and stories about Amsterdam.

Get a front-row peek at top sights in Amsterdam from the comfort of an electric-powered boat during this luxury canal cruise. Settle into a spacious open-air deck with cushioned seats and blankets, heated on chilly days. Listen to stories and commentary from a live guide as you glide past attractions like Leiden Square, the Statue of Anne Frank, and Rembrandt House.

Start your journey with the best introduction to Amsterdam. A unique vision of the city which has a unique style of combining history with pure entertainment. This 2.5-hour* walking tour covers the main sights of the inner city. On this tour, you’ll hear the stories you’d never hear otherwise. With an expert guide, you’ll experience the history of this city, from its start as a muddy village on the River Amstel, to how it became the most important trading city in Europe. From the wild history of prostitution and drug decriminalization to the tragedy of Anne Frank’s story and Nazi occupation, the aim is to give you a perfect introduction to this city. After the tour, you’ll have all the time you want to explore further with fellow travelers. Whether you visit one of Amsterdam’s famous museums or check out the cafés and bars of the Jordaan District, this tour will help you get your bearings in this often confusing city and allow you to make the most out of your stay here.

Leave behind the touristy walking tours and go on a scavenger hunt across historic Amsterdam. Simply using the app on your phone, solve the clues to navigate the city—directions provided—from Old Town and Rembrandt House to Oude Kerk, Amsterdam Canals, the Red Light District, and more. Discover the lesser-known stories of this incredible city while exploring at your own pace, no WiFi required.

A private walking tour is the perfect way to get an introduction Amsterdam and a personalized experience for your small group. Orient yourself to its center as you are transported through its history. Your guide leads you through Old Town, the Red Light District and the Jordaan neighborhood. An excellent start to your visit, you leave wanting to know more.

Discover the best of Amsterdam, all in a single tour—and follow up your excursions with a classically Dutch meal—on this immersive, small-group walking tour. Meet your guide in central Amsterdam and set off on foot: you can look forward to spotting city highlights like Dam Square and the Bloemenmarkt, glimpsing the Red Light District and Chinatown, exploring the Amsterdam Museum and more, all before enjoying a Dutch pancake for lunch.

Discover how Amsterdam earned the moniker "Amsterdam of the North" on this small-group combination tour. Starting with a walking tour through the city center, you'll see the most important landmarks and discover the history of the city through your guide's stories. Afterward, you'll explore its waterways on an open-boat canal cruise.

Amsterdam by night is magical, with the street lights and gables reflected in the dark waters of the canal. Feel the romance on this classic canal cruise, in an open boat with a quiet (and sustainable) electric engine, plus an onboard bar. You’ll see sights from Jordaan to the Houseboat Museum, Amstel and the Westerkerk, and make memories that will last a lifetime.

Get the best out of your stay with this 2-hour Historical City Tour with a professional and local guide of your chosen language!

Kickstart your visit to Amsterdam on this private sightseeing tour of the city’s hotspots, culture, and can’t-miss attractions. Stroll through some of the most interesting areas, like Dam Square and the Red Light District, while a friendly guide shares insight and tips on the best places to shop, dine and explore like a local.

Get a true insider's view of Amsterdam on this 2.5-hour private walking tour. Stroll around the city with the knowledgeable local guide and head to some lesser-known hidden gems in the city. Along the way, stop and learn about some of the major sites, too. Visit such spots as Dam Square, artists squats, leaning houses, Prinsengracht, Begijnof, the thinnest house, the oldest canals, the Sea Dike and China Town, The New Market Square (Nieuwmarkt) and the medieval city gate

Rather than taking a traditional tour, see the highlights of Amsterdam in a different way on a scavenger hunt-style tour that combine elements of a walking tour, escape room, and treasure hunt. This self-guided tour means you can explore the city at your own pace, using a provided backpack that contains everything you’ll need to solve the clues.

Instead of touring Amsterdam in a bumbling group, hit the city’s streets with a local. You’ll start at Nieuwmarkt/In de Waag, one of the city’s former gates, traveling back hundreds of years. You’ll then move across time, passing the Red Light District, Amsterdam’s first coffee shop, the Royal Palace Amsterdam, and more. When you’re finished exploring, grab a free gift and a drink, compliments of your guide.

Immerse yourself in the history of Amsterdam during this walking tour of the city center. Spend time in the company of an engaging guide and small group of just eight people or fewer as you see famous landmarks including the Red Light District, the Flower Market, Dam Square, and walk around the city's famous canals which have been designated a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.

Ideal for first-time visitors, this private 1-hour rickshaw tour showcases more of Amsterdam’s highlights in less time. With your driver-guide leading the way, you’ll travel along Amsterdam’s UNESCO-listed canals, explore the grandiose Museumplein, and admire the dynamic architecture of Concertgebouw. See, too, the picturesque Jordaan district, home to the Anne Frank House, and reflect on Amsterdam’s history at the National Holocaust Memorial. This private tour is limited to two travelers.

Gain an intimate glimpse of Amsterdam on this small-group walking tour, led by an experienced guide. Discover city highlights and hidden gems such as the Museum Ons' Lieve Heer op Solder, Oude Kerk, as well as plenty of locally loved cafes and learn more about the city’s history and culture as you explore its picturesque streets on foot.

Combine a private walking tour of Amsterdam with skip-the-line access to the popular Rijksmuseum on this half-day tour. Breeze past the crowds at the often crowded Rijksmuseum for a guided tour with your dedicated guide, then stroll through the city to learn about what it was like during the 18th and 19th centuries. This private tour ensures personalized attention for you and your party.

Embark on a quest where you will learn about the most frightening stories of Amsterdam. Solve clues and unlock stories on your phone, as you discover Amsterdam’s spookiest landmarks such as the Red Light District, The Amsterdam Dungeon and many more. Are you up for an adventure? Highlights include: - Walk along Amsterdam’s City Center and visit the Dam Square, the Westerkerk, and lesser-known places. - Enjoy a uniquely crafted story brought to you by our talented writers. - Learn about the creepy stories of a vengeful sister who haunts the area to this day, an unresolved hotel death and other centuries-old legends - Catch a glimpse of Amsterdam’s most famous ghosts wandering the city – will it be Aunty Cor or The Black Matthew? - Try a new type of experience, the perfect mix between a tour, outdoor escape game, and treasure hunt.

Amsterdam banned guided tours of its notorious Red Light District on 1 January 2020. But you can still learn the ins and outs of this fascinating area by downloading this great audio guide, which uses your phone’s GPS but works even when you’re offline. Learn about historic churches, flood defences, and Amsterdam history, and the role that legalized sex work has played in this tolerant city.

Experience the De Wallen from the comfort of your home with an engaging self-guided virtual tour narrated in English, from your PC or smartphone browser. It’s so simple! You will receive an email with the tour link and instructions, and in a couple of minutes, you will travel back in time and enjoy a virtual journey from the comfort of your couch! Through the power of storytelling combined with street and satellite views, you will discover not only historical facts but also unknown stories and tales of ancient and modern times that will amaze your family and friends. The tour’s content is the result of in-depth research, squeezed into brief intriguing stories that will make your virtual visit both engaging and informative. The tour is only available online and you can access it repeatedly anytime. This is an unmissable opportunity to gain valuable insights into the Red Light District of De Wallen and immerse yourself in the surroundings/exhibits in an entirely innovative way.

Experience the De Wallen from the comfort of your home with an engaging self-guided virtual tour narrated in English, from your PC or smartphone browser. It’s so simple! You will receive an email with the tour link and instructions, and in a couple of minutes, you will travel back in time and enjoy a virtual journey from the comfort of your couch! Through the power of storytelling combined with street and satellite views, you will discover not only historical facts but also unknown stories and tales of ancient and modern times that will amaze your family and friends. The tour’s content is the result of in-depth research, squeezed into brief intriguing stories that will make your virtual visit both engaging and informative. The tour is only available online and you can access it repeatedly anytime. This is an unmissable opportunity to gain valuable insights into the Red Light District of De Wallen and immerse yourself in the surroundings/exhibits in an entirely innovative way.

Immerse yourself into the fascinating stories of Amsterdam’s most talked-about quarter, the famous Red-light district with a fascinating audio tour on your phone and a detailed map of the suggested route. Start your tour from the centrally located Dam square and set out on an unforgettable stroll that will take you to must-see attractions, such as the Oude Kerk, the Café In’t Aepjen and the “secret” chapel of Ons’ Lieve Heer op Solder. Follow in the footsteps of erstwhile sailors, sex workers, merchants & modern curious visitors and let your immersive audio guide carry you away through a riveting storytelling concept! This is an unmissable opportunity to experience at your own pace Amsterdam’s Red Light District guided by an expertly designed audio tour on your phone. * Ticket/entrance fees to museums and sites are not included.

Join me on this self-guided audio introduction to the history of Amsterdam, and find out how this fisherman’s hamlet in a swamp became Europe’s most powerful trading hub in the 17th century. How did this happen? Let’s trace the clues along the canals and dykes, and uncover the history buried beneath these cobbled streets. Our walk takes us along the old port and the remains of the medieval city defences to the maze of little streets around the oldest building in Amsterdam. We’ll take in the Red Light District and Chinatown along the way, and end our exploration at Nieuwmarkt. There’s a marvel of engineering at the centre of the story too because for trade to flourish, Amsterdam had to keep the waters at bay. The tour’s highlights include: • How the disastrous consequences of the drainage of the original peat marshes still affect us today. • Why the Dutch have a reputation for tolerance • You’ll also find out why there’s so little of medieval Amsterdam left.

Are you looking for things to do in Amsterdam? This Amsterdam scavenger hunt takes you through the heart of the city to see all the sights! You will walk from Centraal Station to the Rembrandt House Museum while taking a few side trips and taking on challenges. All the while, you will learn some local history to get valuable local tips.