Of the most liberal city in the world
Discover the fascinating history
Maximum 15 people per group, for a truly authentic & high quality experience.
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Amsterdam from the perspective of real, life-long locals
Informative and fun
Everything you need to know about Amsterdam in one comprehensive tour!
From history to modern life
Covering history to modern lifestyle, and unique personal stories you won’t hear anywhere else!
Passionate, super local guides
“The only free walking tour in Amsterdam offering the quality of a small, high-end boutique tour”
While most free walking tours of Amsterdam offer a quick tour of the main sights, at FreeDam Tours we really take a deep dive into Amsterdam’s unique history and culture.
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.
Be prepared to challenge all your preconceived ideas you may have of this city because after this tour you will never look and think of Amsterdam in the same way!
Book a tour
Free Walking Tour
Your introduction to Amsterdam’s history, culture & modern life
Offered Daily / 2h 30min / Free
Private Walking Tour
Get up close and personal with Amsterdam
2h 30min / €229,-
THE BEST RATED FREE WALKING TOUR IN AMSTERDAM
Out of more than 800 tours of Amsterdam, we are proud to be The Nr.1 best-rated walking tour in Amsterdam!
Here’s a short video of what your can expect:
So why walk with us?
Compelling stories
Fascinating historic events, inspiring stories, and funny personal anecdotes. Supported by pictures, maps and paintings that bring history back to life.
Passionate local guides
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.
Personal attention
Maximum 15 people per group 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.
Best value
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!
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are the answers to some of the most Frequently Asked Questions:
When does the tour run?
We have tours every day of the year, EXCEPT ON:
1 January
27 April (kings day)
How long is the tour?
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.
Where does the tour end?
The tour ends in front of the Royal Palace on Dam Square.
Are there free tours in other languages except English?
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.
Do I need to make a reservation?
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.
What should I tip?
This is totally up to you, according to your possibilities and how much you enjoyed the tour.
A tour of this scope would normally cost €25-30 but in this case you decide whether the tour met your expectations and you tip accordingly. People that really enjoyed the experience usually tip their guide around €15-€20.
How do I find the guide?
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.
Is the tour cancelled in case of rain?
No. As long as there are at least 5 people, tours always run. Just come prepared for Dutch weather 
In case of a truly heavy storm we may have to cancel a tour. If this happens will notify you the day before by email or text message.
Is the tour suitable for children?
In our opinion, yes. The tour deals with the subject of prostitution, 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. Our goal is to show you Amsterdam is so much more than that. However, every parent (and child) is different, so at the end of the day, it’s up to you. Moreover, the city of Amsterdam has banned guided tours from the Red Light District, so we will not be entering the area and seeing sex-workers.
Can I join the free tour with a larger group of 6 or more people?
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.
Meet our guides
Sergio
Owner & Guide — “Very funny, sassy, enthusiastic and full of knowledge. He made the tour super fun even though it was raining.“
Karel
Guide — “He definitely had a special way of showing us all the beauties, secrets, and controversies of this fascinating city``
Nick
Guide — “If my history teacher was as good as our guide Nick, it probably would have been my favorite subject in school!!!“
Sebastian
Guide — “The experience was not at all like usual tour guides, it is fun, lively, and informative.“
Marcella
Guide — “She showed us Amsterdam through a lens of wit and culture – offering funny anecdotes and interesting facts throughout the tour.“
Sam
Guide — “To say that Sam brought Amsterdam to life would be an understatement. He is an actor, raconteur, singer and entertainer as well as a fount of information.”
Joran
Guide — “Our tour guide Joran was lovely and his enthusiasm for the history of Amsterdam made the tour come to life.“
Gianni
Guide — “Not only did he share his profound knowledge about Amsterdam, but he did it in such pleasant a manner that we enjoyed immensely.“FreeDam Tours
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.
Beware of the ice monster!
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Sebastian making a very important point on his tour 😉
Riding the red bike in the red light district
The party is over
Autumn in Amsterdam
Autumn Amsterdam Orange
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