April 2021: Amsterdam is still in lockdown so we are NOT giving any tours at the moment.
April 2021: Amsterdam is still in lockdown so we are NOT giving any tours at the moment.
Discover the fascinating history of the most liberal city in the world with FreeDam Tours – The Nr.1 best rated walking tour in Amsterdam!
We combine beautiful sightseeing with exciting storytelling and cover everything you need to know about Amsterdam in one tour. With the perfect mix of information and entertainment, covering history, modern life, and unique personal stories you won’t hear anywhere else to help you understand the essence of Amsterdam and Dutch culture.
When and where?? Every day at 11AM (Friday and Saturday also at 2 PM!) at our new meeting point in front of the Stock Exchange. Click here for directions.
* After the tour you can tip your guide how much the tour was worth to you. This motivates us to give you the best possible experience – always!
Offered Daily / 2h 30min / Free
Staring in July 2021 on Fri, Sat, Sun / 2h 30min / €19,99
Not all free city tours of Amsterdam are made equal. Out of over 800 tours on offer, Freedam Tours is super proud to be the Nr1 best-rated walking tour in Amsterdam on Tripadvisor!
See how some of our guests experienced the tour.
Fascinating historic events, inspiring stories, and funny personal anecdotes. Supported by pictures, maps and paintings that bring history back to life.
Our guides are the best thing that will happen to you in Amsterdam! They are very passionate, truly local, and happy to share their knowledge with you.
Maximum 15 people per group (12 during Corona times) so you can hear your guide clearly, engage with them personally, and get an answer to all your questions – all for a truly high quality experience.
We offer you a tour for free and if you liked it you can tip your guide how much the tour was worth to you. This motivates us to give you the best possible experience – always!
Starting from January 2020 ALL tours and activities in Amsterdam are subject to a new and compulsory Municipal ‘Entertainment Tax’ of €1,50 (plus €0.30 transaction fees) per person. This applies to ALL providers of tours and activities, including free tours like ours and that of our fellow free-walking tour companies. Click HERE to read more about this tax.
Why this tax?
So, while we had preferred not to have to charge you this compulsory tax, on the bright side,
With this small contribution you literally help keep our city beautiful AND sustainable – thank you!
Due to the Covid 19 we have suspended all tours. We HOPE to reopen on April 1st 2021
No Tours on:
1 January
27 April (kings day)
It depends a little on the guide and weather, but on average the tour is 2,5 hours long. Distance covered: 2,5 km / 1.5 mi.
The tour ends in front of the Royal Palace on Dam Square.
No, unfortunately all our daily tours are in English. It is possible to book a private tour in Dutch or German. Click here for more information on our private tours.
It’s not mandatory, but we strongly suggest making a reservation (especially on days like Friday and Saturday!) since the maximum number group of people allowed on a tour is limited to 15 people. Reserving is fast and easy. If you are not able to make a reservation that means the tour is fully booked. But even in that case, there is hope: there are always some people that don’t show up for the reservation, so if you come early (15 minutes before the start) we can put you on the stand-by list and you can take the spot of someone who does not show up for their reservation.
This is totally up to you, according to your possibilities and how much you enjoyed the tour. On average people tip somewhere between €10-15-20 per person.
Your tour guide will be at the meeting point (in front of the Stock Exchange at Beursplein 5) 15 minutes before the start of the tour wearing a yellow key-cord with their name holding a big yellow umbrella.
No. As long as there are at least 5 people, tours always run. Just come prepared for Dutch weather
In our opinion, yes. The tour deals with the subject of prostitution and the Red Light District, but all the content (historical and present-day) on our tour is family-friendly. This being a walking of Amsterdam, of course, we also, but definitely not only discuss prostitution and drug policies, on the contrary. However, every parent (and child) is different, so at the end of the day, it’s up to you.
No, unfortunately not. The maximum number of people allowed on a free (tips only) tour is 5 people. Bigger groups are required to book a private tour. We reserve the right to turn away multiple reservations resulting in groups bigger than 5 people. This includes different members of the same group attempting to join the tour by making several individual bookings.
FreeDam Tours is a collective of experienced guides with fresh new ideas who are (almost literally) in love with what we do. Founded in 2016 with the mission not to be the biggest, but the best walking tour company in Amsterdam. We created the ideal formula for the best free walking tour in Amsterdam: one containing the perfect mix of historical depth to make you knowledgeable, compelling facts to make you think again, and personal anecdotes that will make you smile. A tour that speaks to the free spirit of Amsterdam – FreeDam Tours.
Marine swimming. There are so many cool urban beaches in Amsterdam this year! I’m on a mission to visit all 15 this summer. Like this one at on a former marine base in front of the maritime museum. The setting is stunning and the vibe is very laid-back Amsterdam. Join our tour for this and more local secrets ...and don’t forget to pack your swimwear next time you visit Amsterdam! ☀️🏄🏻♂️🚣♀️ 👙🏖🚤⛵️☀️ #freewalkingtoursamsterdam #freedamtours #summer2020 #amsterdamtourism #amsterdamcityguide #amsterdam #amstaffsworld #amsterdamcanals #amsterdamcity #amsterdamtrip #amsterdam
Nice contrast of sun & clouds behind the palace this morning. But it looks like the sun is winning and it will (finally) get very warm again the coming days. Perfect weather for a walking tour! #freewalkingtouramsterdam #freedamtours #freedamtoursamsterdam #amstafflove #amsterdamworld #amsterdamview #amsterdamlove #amsterdamlife #amsterdamcity #amsterdamtrip #amsterdamtours #amsterdamtouristguide