Amsterdam Must-See Bike Tour with a Local Expert Guide

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1
  Centraal Station

  You will meet our friendly local guide near Centraal Station, where you will get your rental bike and learn the basics about biking rules and etiquette in Amsterdam. The city has plenty of safe and easy bike lanes, which passes along historical districts, so embark on a pleasant journey! Tour will take about 2.5 hours. Your enthusiastic guide will lead you to some of Amsterdam’s greatest thrills. Start your bike ride at the beautiful Amsterdam Centraal Station, where a bike garage is located. Feed your eyes with the exquisite architecture of a majestic monolith building. Get a feel of the bustling city in a big hub and hop on a bike to admire the best places in a convenient way.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket included
• 2
  Prinseneiland

  Explore the picturesque little island in the heart of the capital of the Netherlands. Marvel at the red window shutters of houses that once were barns and storage units. Get acquainted with another Amsterdam to get a full picture of its diverse culture and architecture. Discover a new favorite place to be and come back.

  20 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 3
  The Jordaan

  Get up close and personal with the most charming neighborhood of the city while pedaling through the Jordaan. Originally a working-class area, the Jordaan’s narrow streets and quaint buildings now make up one of Amsterdam’s most desirable areas, filled with independent art galleries, antique shops, gardens, atmospheric bars, restaurants, and so on.

  20 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 4
  Anne Frank House

  Pass by the house of Anne Frank, a girl whose diary about her life and persecution by the Nazis left no one unattended. Learn some facts about the tragic story of Anne Frank and the times that she described in her diary as we cycle past the house where her family was hiding for more than 2 years during World War II.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 5
  Westertoren

  Marvel at the tallest bell tower in Amsterdam and its fascinating spike with an emperor crown, which dates back to 1638. Take the best pictures of the iconic site and the main landmark of Jordaan neighborhood, one of the most picturesque areas of the city, and take a chance to climb up the 84-meter-high tower rising above the city, giving a stunning view.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 6
  Vondelpark

  Pedal through the most prominent park in Amsterdam, named after the poet Vondel. Revel in a 47-hectare green oasis inside the bustling city and enjoy a pleasant ride through the perfect bike trails. Savor the fountains, the beautiful ponds, and the atmosphere of relaxation and refreshment in the natural environment. Forget about everything and take a moment to contemplate.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 7
  Museum Quarter (Museumkwartier)

  Amsterdam’s Museum Quarter is an upscale neighborhood that has its name from close to a dozen museums in and around the area. You can encounter all kinds of museums, from Van Gogh and the Rijksmuseum to the Bols Cocktail Museum and everything in between. Enjoy wonderful architecture as you cycle by and be provided with great Instagram spots.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 8
  Rijksmuseum

  Bike under the Rijksmuseum to see one of the most visited art museums in the world. It was established in the Hague in 1800 by Loui Bonapart, Brother of Napoleon I, and in 1808 it was transported to Amsterdam. Listen to some facts, interesting details, and how the museum celebrated its 10 millionth visitor.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 9
  Museumplein

  Then you will observe Museumplein, where masterpiece-packed Rijksmuseum, Van Gogh Museum, Stedelijk Museum, and Moco Museum are located. There was a wax candle factory here before, and now it is a beautiful spacious square. In winter its pond is transformed to skating area, and square is often used for public events, such as festivals and demonstrations. Main "I AMsterdam" sign is also located here, which makes this place perfect for taking photos.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 10
  Amstelveld

  Find a cozy Amstelveld square where you can find a flower market every Monday. Locals and tourists can buy fresh flowers and plants, as well as cheeses, organic products, and dishes. Get to see Amstelkerk, the last wooden church in Amsterdam, completed in 1670. The building no longer functions as a church, though.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 11
  The Amstel

  See the incredible views of the Amstel canal and cross it by Magere Brug (Skinny Bridge). Guide will share several legends about bridge’s origins, which is still one of the most romantic places in Amsterdam, especially when it is illuminated at night. Immerse yourself in a mysterious and unique atmosphere, as Amsterdam is all about bridges and canals. It is a paradise for photographers! The Amstel will take you back in time with a fairy-tale architecture surrounding hidden neighborhood squares. It is better to enjoy the Amstel on clear days or sunsets. You will also listen to scary stories about The House with The Blood Stains, former home of a mad diplomat. Its plain gray façade is marked with strange reddish-brown symbols that are said to be arcane Kabbalistic signs painted with blood.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 12
  Magere Brug

  Go over the famous Magere Brug (Skinny Bridge) crossing the Amstel River. It was erected in 1969 as a copy of a 17th-century leaf bridge. Listen to the legend about the Mager sisters and their pedestrian bridge and why the place was called like that. Soak in the great views around and marvel at the bridge in the evening when it’s illuminated by thousands of bulbs.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket not included

Additional info

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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