Private Humans of Amsterdam - Unique Cultural Walking Tour

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Humans of AMsterdam walking tour - group talking to Ludo the coffeeshop owner — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Humans of Amsterdam Walking tour - Flower bike man Warren — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Join us on what countless guests have called their best travel experience ever.

Slow down and take a walk through Amsterdam's beautiful city center, where you'll dive into Amsterdam's hottest topics -- not just through facts and figures -- but through real stories of locals who embody them.

A coffeeshop owner, an entrepreneur with a quirky business, Amsterdam's flower bike man and special local hero's! We'll share their stories. The best part? You'll get to meet 2 of them. Who you meet depends on their availability. The locals are paid for their time.

You’ll also visit some amazing places like a coffeeshop, a mind-bending store, a legendary 200-year-old brown cafe and end with a toast at Amsterdam’s most honest bar.

Get ready for 4 hours of exceptional story-sharing, laughter and meaningful encounters with locals and fellow travellers.

This is your mini-integration to Amsterdam! We designed it with heart, so you can feel at home and be a part of our city.

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At a glance

Duration: 4 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: German, English
Operated by: Who Is Amsterdam Tours

Ages: Adults (18–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Snacks: A slice of one of Amsterdam's best apple pie at a legendary 200-year-old brown cafe
Included: Alcoholic beverages: A delicious craft beer from Amsterdam's most special microbrewery (other options available)
Included: Tea and coffee: A coffee, tea, soft drink, beer or wine alongside your apple pie
Included: Meet & greets with two Amsterdammers (A coffeeshop owner, flower bike man or a sex worker, etc)

Not included

Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Gay Monument

15 min

Amsterdam is one of the most liberal cities in the world. No wonder it was the first city worldwide to legalise gay marriage. Our meeting point is the Homomonument where you'll learn why we have this wonderful Monument and what role it plays for us and the world.
Westerkerk

The biggest church in Amsterdam, built 1619 – 1631, the Western Church, is the most important Protestant church in the city, while its bell tower – the Westerkerk Tower built 1619 – 1631- Dutch: Westertoren, remains until today the pride of Amsterdam, regarded by many, as the city symbol.
Paradox Coffeeshop

15 min

Learn about our fascinating cannabis culture through the story of Ludo, the owner of the Paradox. It's one of Amsterdam's best and cosiest coffeeshops. World traveller, Anthony Bourdain, was one of its many fans.
Amsterdam Canal Ring

one hour

Amsterdam's waterways are now known as de Grachtengordel (the Canal Belt) and are recognized as a UNESCO heritage site. During this experience, you'll see some of the most beautiful and picturesque canals and canal houses.
Cafe Papeneiland

30 min

Visit one of Amsterdam's most beautiful 200-year-old brown bars and experience our Amsterdam lifestyle, "gezelligheid" (cosiness). You'll also enjoy one of Amsterdam's best apple pies and a beverage here.
Red Light District (De Wallen)

30 min

During this experience, you'll visit Amsterdam's world-famous red light district. We'll share all the insider knowledge in a respectful and educational way.
Brouwerij de Prael

30 min

We'll end our experience with a toast at Amsterdam's most "honest bar". Here we'll share the inspiring story of Fer, the owner, and how he started this microbrewery with a mission.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

The meeting point is just a 1-minute walk from the Anne Frank house. The tram stop's name is "Westermarkt". The Homomonument is a big, pink granite triangle coming out of the ground that you can sit on. Your guide will be waiting there with a red lollipop sign saying "Who Is Amsterdam"