Discover Amsterdam by bike with a local guide. Ride through the Jordaan, canals, drawbridges, and parks. Hear real stories, see top highlights, and experience the city like a true local.

PRICE: $45
per person

 

See more of Amsterdam in just 2.5 hours on a relaxed guided bike tour through the city’s most iconic neighborhoods and hidden gems. Ride along the canals, explore the Jordaan, visit Vondelpark, and hear real stories from a local guide. This small-group tour is the perfect way to experience the city like a true Amsterdammer ,on two wheels.

Explore Amsterdam like a local on this 2.5-hour City Highlights Bike Tour. This relaxed, small-group ride offers a fun, engaging, and authentic introduction to the city, perfect for first-time visitors or returning travellers who want to dig a little deeper.

The tour starts at Oosterdoksstraat 106, a few minutes’ walk from Centraal Station. After meeting your guide and being fitted with a comfortable Dutch bike, you’ll receive a short safety briefing before heading out into the city. The route is carefully chosen to avoid busy streets and showcase the best of Amsterdam at a comfortable pace.

Cycle through the historic Canal Belt, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and learn how these canals helped shape the city. Discover why the houses lean, what makes the bridges special, and how the city grew during the Dutch Golden Age.

Ride through the Jordaan, once a working-class area, now one of Amsterdam’s most charming districts. Hear about its past, the artists and resistance fighters who lived here, and how it’s changed over the years.

You’ll pass the Anne Frank House (exterior) and Westerkerk, cross the famous Skinny Bridge over the Amstel River, and enjoy a peaceful stretch through the city’s most famous green space: Vondelpark.

Your guide will share stories that bring the city to life, covering everything from wartime history and everyday culture to biking etiquette and quirky local traditions. With a small group and regular stops, there’s plenty of time to ask questions, take photos, and enjoy the ride.

The tour ends back at the starting point, giving you a great overview of the city and the confidence to explore more on your own.

Bike along the Amsterdam Canals following an expert guide on a cycling tour
Cycle across historic drawbridges in the city center in an Amsterdam bike tour
Pass by beautiful canal houses as you bike along the streets of Amsterdam
Cycle through the national art museum, Rijksmuseum and the lovely Vondelpark
Explore Amsterdam like a local by bike for a fun, interactive experience

High-quality Dutch city bike
English-speaking local guide
Helmet (available on request)
Rain jacket (provided if needed)
Small group experience (maximum 15 participants)
Safety briefing at the start of the tour
Food and drinks
Entry to museums or attractions
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Bike insurance
Gratuities (optional)

 

This is just one of the many unforgettable experiences the Netherlands has to offer. Discover more tours, hidden gems, and must-see spots in Amsterdam or on our complete Netherlands guide.