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Jordaan & Negen Straatjes: Stories from Amsterdam’s Most Soulful Quarter
- 2 hours
- City Highlight Tours
- Amsterdam
Choose one of 3 locals available
Experience hosted by Estella, Marten & one other local
- Private Tour
- Carbon Neutral
- Destination
- Amsterdam, the Netherlands
- Category
- City Highlight Tours
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Transport mode
- Walking tour
- Available languages
- English, Nederlands, Deutsch
- Included
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- Private guide
- All Withlocals tours are carbon neutral
- Excluded
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- Entrance to attractions
6 reasons to book this tour
- Explore the best of the Jordaan in only 2.5 hours
- Spot classics like Noorderkerk & Negen Straatjes
- Discover hidden gems away from the tourist paths
- Experience the Jordaan from a local’s perspective
- Can be 100% personalized to your wishes
- Privately guided by a local expert
What you can expect
Amsterdam is full of magic—but nowhere captures its charm quite like the Jordaan. And with your favorite local host leading the way, you're set to experience this beloved neighborhood through its hidden courtyards, heartfelt history, and everyday local life. Get ready for a journey filled with culture, connection, and authentic Amsterdam vibes!
Step back in time as you visit neighborhood icons like the historic Noorderkerk, explore the lively Negen Straatjes with their eclectic boutiques and artistic energy, and slip into the quiet world of the Hofjes—hidden inner courtyards that still echo the neighborhood’s community spirit. And just when you think you've seen it all—surprise! Each host brings their own story, perspective, and love for the Jordaan, making your walk one-of-a-kind.
Craving a break? Your host knows exactly where to go. Whether it’s the best apple pie in town or a tucked-away café known only to locals, you’ll get to enjoy a special treat, handpicked with care. Use the moment to chat with your host about life in Amsterdam, favorite spots, and tips for your next local adventure—after all, nobody knows Jordaan like the people who call it home.
The true magic of this tour lies in the stories. Each local host brings a unique background—from music to history to art—and they’re excited to share and connect with you along the way. Want to take a detour or follow your curiosity? Just say the word! Your host will happily tailor the walk to suit your pace and interests, making sure this becomes your personal journey through the real Jordaan.
Choose your local
Get to know these 3 passionate locals, each bringing unique perspectives and talents. Choose your favorite, check their availability, and book to create an unforgettable adventure tailored to you.
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Estella
The All Round Amsterdammer
4.958 reviewsEnglish・Nederlands -
Marten
Historian & Storyteller
4.9367 reviewsEnglish・Deutsch・Nederlands -
Anna
The Culture Connoisseur
4.9588 reviewsEnglish・Nederlands
This is the plan
Check out the plan below to see what you'll get up to with your local host. Feel free to personalize this offer with the host of your choice.
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Meeting point
Meet at In front of Café Hegeraad - Amsterdam to start your journey
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Itinerary
This is what our experience could look like, but it’s not set in stone! Once you book, you can chat directly with your host to make small tweaks to suit your preferences.
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Jordaan Highlights
See from Noorderkerk, Negen Straatjes, Hofjes, and other landmarks and must-sees of the Jordaan. Your local host will take you to the main spots in town so you can get the perfect overview of what makes the Jordaan so unique -
Hidden Gems
Along the way, your local host will show you treasures hidden in plain sight that only the locals know about. Get to know the Jordaan through a different perspective, the local way, and discover places and stories that not many tourists experience -
Magical Storytelling
Behind every landmark and every stop, there’s a story, and your local host is ready to tell it all. Get ready to listen to incredible stories, one-of-a-kind insights, and fun facts only a knowledgeable local would know! -
Special Treat
Follow your host to one of their favorite eateries for a snack or a drink beloved by the locals. Take a break and catch up with your new local friend and get the answers to all your travel questions -
Make it yours
Want to tweak the itinerary? Book directly & chat afterwards with your host to adjust highlights, skip stops, or make small changes to fit your preferences.
Book risk-free: Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund.
Need something special? Personalize your experience for more time, alternative locations or a completely tailored plan.
Flexible cancellation policy
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Feel confident booking
Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund. Even up to 7 days before your experience, you’ll receive a refund, minus the service fee.
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Change of plans?
Reschedule your experience to a date and time that works best for you.
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Loved by travelers worldwide
Simple and flexible – your plans, your way.
Reviews from guests
Otmar🇨🇭 Switzerland
(About local )
2 August 2025
Erin🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
11 September 2025
We had a great time with Anna at the Rijksmuseum. My friend and I have been there many times, so Anna customized our tour to focus on unique things that we haven't seen before or that we wanted to learn more about. Our two hours went by so quickly! We will definitely book again to explore areas of the museum we wish to learn about more in depth. Thank you Anna!Rijksmusem Expert
Robert🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
7 September 2025
Anna provided us with an entertaining, informative tour, complete with modified jazz hands to annoy the bees! Awesome Anna!
Gabi and Kasia🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
6 September 2025
maria🇬🇷 Greece
(About local )
6 September 2025
Perfect ride!
Rashed
(About local )
6 September 2025
Anna was an excellent guide on our bike tour – professional, knowledgeable, and made the experience both smooth and enjoyable.Amazing bike tour!
Kristine
(About local )
3 September 2025
Marten was extremely knowledgeable answered all our questions . We would definitely book him again I highly recommend marten you can see that he loves sharing his knowledge yet friendly and even accommodating because of our limited time thank you Marten
Thomas🇩🇪 Germany
(About local )
2 September 2025
Marten has been a great host, source of many wonderful stories and anecdotes on the history of Amsterdam and the Netherlands and could adapt perfectly to the diverse needs of our family, fluently switching between English and German. Thank you so much for an inspiring afternoon.Wonderful experience
Marc🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
1 September 2025
We had an incredible experience in Amsterdam with our guide Anna. From the very beginning, she made us feel welcome and comfortable, and her knowledge of the city’s history and culture was outstanding. Anna has such a natural way of weaving together stories from the Jewish Quarter to the Holocaust memorials to the little hidden corners that most tourists would never find on their own. She knows her way around and is an expert guide!
Anna balanced the day beautifully, mixing important historical stops with local experiences and tastings (including the best fries and apple pie we’ve ever had!). She also took us to some wonderful spots for local shopping and even helped us negotiate with merchants so we could get the right items at fair prices, something we really appreciated.
Anna’s passion for Amsterdam shines through, and her warmth made it feel like we were exploring the city with a friend rather than just a guide. We left with unforgettable memories and a much deeper appreciation for the city thanks to her.
Highly recommend booking a tour with Anna it will truly make your visit to Amsterdam special!Wonderful tour- must go back again!
Ralf🇩🇪 Germany
(About local )
31 August 2025
Marten ist ein großartiger Guide. Sehr flexibel, sehr informativ, voller Humor, einfach toll. Immer wieder!Grossartig!
Jamie🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
30 August 2025
Anna was wonderful! Friendly and knowledgeable.
A real treat!Great experience
Cindy
(About local )
29 August 2025
My husband and I enjoyed our 3 hour walking tour in Amsterdam with Anna. We scheduled it the first morning in Amsterdam and was able to cover so much in the 3 hours. We weren’t sure if we would be able to complete our list since my husband was using a motorized scooter to get around but Anna made sure we got to all the spots we wanted to see and finished our walk at a gluten free restaurant so we could enjoy lunch before our next visit to Anne Frank Museum. We enjoyed all the history of Amsterdam that Anna shared with us and highly recommend her for everyone. A great walking tour in Amsterdam
Marcia 🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
28 August 2025
Marten did an excellent job ! He helped us navigate our hotel’s neighborhood after a wonderful tour! Thank you MartenKnowledgeable Marten
Marcia 🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
26 August 2025
We had the best time with tour guide Anna today…my husband had twisted his knee but Anna came up with a way to have folding stools in front of paintings at The Rijks Museum..called a tea party…she was so knowledgeable and professional, thanks Anna!In praise of Anna
Linda🇦🇺 Australia
(About local )
23 August 2025
Thank you Estelle for a great few hours, such a good way to get acquainted with a bustling, historical and fascinating city. Estelle provided a nuance to the city, that you would otherwise completely miss! She was forthcoming, entertaining and so easy to get on with. Thank you Estelle, highly recommended. A great orientation to Amsterdam
Michelle 🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
22 August 2025
Marten gave us a great walk around with priority on what we wanted to see! We learned a lot and would recommend him to others as wellgreat walking tour
Asok
(About local )
22 August 2025
Anna was on time, very flexible and accomodating and also amazingly knowledgeable about Amsterdam and the Netherlands. She is very well read and speaks English fluently. She guided me through Amsterdam showing and talking me though the history as well as all the cultural aspect of the city and people.
I would highly recommend Anna if you are looking for someone to show you around the city. Amazing host and super knowledgeable guide
Julia
(About local )
21 August 2025
We learned a lot about Van Gogh during our two hour at the museum. He has an interesting perspective and a deep knowledge of the artist and history. Very informative afternoon with Marten
Tara🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
20 August 2025
We had a great day with Marten. He really made Amsterdam come alive for us. He is so knowledgeable and fun we had a great time and would definitely recommend him! Fun and informative
Ian🇮🇪 Ireland
(About local )
18 August 2025
We had a great walk around Amsterdam with Anna, some of the reasons I would recommend her would be:
- Very good communication before the meeting,
- keen to know in advance what we wanted from the tour, very personalised
- very knowledgeable
- very professional
Thank you Anna!A great experience with Anna
Christi🇬🇧 United Kingdom
(About local )
18 August 2025
Due to an unavoidable last-minute change in our plans, we asked Marten to do a much faster tour of the museum than originally planned, but he was totally up to the task! We got through the highlights and learned a lot in a short amount of time. Quick but effective
Constance🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
17 August 2025
Marten took 5 of us on a private walking tour of Amsterdam... he was great!
Knowledgable, witty, professional, & gave us a great explanation of historical events and results as we viewed some historical sites. Highly recommend and would defiantly hire him in the future... Thank You Marten, you exceeded all expectations. Exceeded all expectations!
Claudia🇨🇭 Switzerland
(About local )
16 August 2025
We had the most amazing experience on the local food tour in Amsterdam! Marten was the perfect guide – super fun, warm, and full of energy. His incredible knowledge about Amsterdam’s history, culture, and all the hidden gems he showed us made the tour truly special. Every stop had its own story, the atmosphere was wonderful, and the food was absolutely delicious.
Marten guided our tour in German, which made it even more personal and enjoyable for us. He explained everything with so much passion and detail, and managed to create a very welcoming and lively atmosphere – it honestly felt like exploring the city with a good friend.
This tour was both authentic and unforgettable, and we left with happy memories (and full stomachs!). We can wholeheartedly recommend Marten – thank you so much for such a memorable day in Amsterdam!A perfect mix of history and amazing food
Peter🇨🇦 Canada
(About local )
16 August 2025
Enjoyed Marten’s humour, care and historical perspective.Fun experience
Bill🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
13 August 2025
Anna provided us with a comprehensive look at the Rijksmuseum and its collection through the history, culture and politics of Amsterdam and the Netherlands. Based on her selection of paintings and objects to discuss, we came away with a much more complete understanding than we would have had exploring the museum on our own.The Complete Picture
Hannelore🇩🇪 Germany
(About local )
12 August 2025
Wir haben sehr interessante Stunden im Museum verbracht. Absolut empfehlenswert, da sehr kompetent und gute Auswahl der Exponate!Tolle Führung
Zane🇱🇻 Latvia
(About local )
11 August 2025
Thanks, Anna! We really enjoyed the tour and got a great historical review of Amsterdam, also you have an amazing humor! Amazing tour
Janice🇹🇼 Taiwan, Province of China
(About local )
7 August 2025
Marten is undoubtedly the most passionate and enthusiastic tour guide we have ever met, brimming with love for Amsterdam. Walking through the streets of Amsterdam with Marten and listening to his detailed accounts of the city's history and culture has given us a deeper understanding and appreciation of Amsterdam's past and present. We are deeply grateful to Marten for the wonderful and unforgettable three hours he spent with me and my family in Amsterdam. We hope to return soon for another visit.Wonderful tour in the city of Amsterdam
xxxxxx
(About local )
7 August 2025
We had difficulty locating Anna, which was quite stressful. There was no designated meeting point in the museum and she had no distinctive feature to identify her. eg: yellow umbrella! Eventually, through the chat on your website we found each other but it was not easy.
Anna was very informative, she obviously knew the subject matter well and gave us a comprehensive tour, which we very much enjoyed and learnt from.
Amber🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
6 August 2025
Estella is a hidden gem herself - a native to Amsterdam, she is highly knowledgeable of the city and included some history of her family which was very interesting! She accommodated some of my last minute change to the tour. I learned so many things I never would have known otherwise, this tour was fantastic!Highly Recommend
Lucas
(About local )
6 August 2025
Anna was an incredibly knowledgeable and engaging guide — her storytelling brought the history and architecture of the city to life in such a vivid and memorable way. From the charming canals to the hidden gems, every stop was filled with insight and passion. A lovely surprise during the tour was a delicious chocolate treat, which added a sweet touch to an already wonderful day. Highly recommend this tour to anyone wanting to truly connect with the heart of Amsterdam!A fantastic experience in Amsterdam!
Drew
(About local )
4 August 2025
Marten was one of the very best tour guides my wife and I have ever had. He was patient, curious, and accommodating to our special interests. We had a blast learning from this great history teacher and would highly commend others to do the same. A wonderful tour guide and history teacher
Katharina🇨🇭 Switzerland
(About local )
4 August 2025
Interesting tour from new to old Amsterdam with a lot of stories on the way.Insights from a local
Franz🇦🇹 Austria
(About local )
3 August 2025
Merten hat uns von der Geschichte Hollands, das Gebäude und den vielen Kunstwerken darin erzählt und uns an Hand der Kunstwerke die Besonderheiten der Kultur, des Erfolgs von Holland gezeigt!
So bleibt die Führung nicht nur wegen ein paar Gemälde für uns positiv in Erinnerung!
Empfehlenswert auch für Familien mit Jugendlichen!
Herzlichen Dank MertenTolle Führung durch das Reichsmuseum
Katharina🇦🇹 Austria
(About local )
28 July 2025
We had great time with Marten. He told us many background things about this city.
Thank you for a wonderful start here in Amsterdam Great view of Amsterdam
Rebecca
(About local )
24 July 2025
Marten was a fun and easygoing host - we really enjoyed his insights into Dutch culture and the delicious food.Fun afternoon
Dawn
(About local )
24 July 2025
Our Amsterdam tour with Marten was fantastic! He was knowledgeable, engaging, and brought the city’s rich history to life with fascinating stories. The mix of historical landmarks and hidden gems gave us a well-rounded view of Amsterdam. Marten's passion for the city was clear, and his friendly, professional approach made the experience even better. The tour was well-paced and informative. Highly recommend this tour—and especially Marten—for anyone wanting to truly appreciate Amsterdam.A great way to see Amsterdam!!
Jim and Yolanda🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
19 July 2025
Anna expertly guided my wife and I through the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam. She was able to intuitively perceive what was important to us and custom guide us through the works of the museum to illustrate the golden age of the Netherlands, it’s history, culture, and it’s people. We were fortunate that Ana had the time and she was willing to extend our two hour tour… and after 3 1/2 hours we were still fascinated by all that she showed us. Anna is an extremely knowledgeable guide and we highly recommend her for any of her many tours in Amsterdam.Anna was an amazing guide!
Fiona🇧🇲 Bermuda
(About local )
4 July 2025
Anna was incredibly knowledgeable about what she was describing to us on our tour, answered the many questions and best of all she was fun! Rijksmuseum Tour
Janice🇨🇦 Canada
(About local )
4 July 2025
Marten is very knowledgable, and has an easy way about him. We learned about the history and culture in a fun informative tour. We thoroughly enjoyed the time spent together. Meeting Marten
Megan🇳🇿 New Zealand
(About local )
29 June 2025
We fully recommend this tour, and Anna to guide you. As an adult family of 3 - Anna listened well to our "bespoke preferences" and delivered a varied, informative and brilliant cycling experience traversing history, ecology, design and random fun insights. We loved our half day cycle experience. Anna is THE BUSINESS. 😇Fab tour, Funky Guide.
Beth
(About local )
28 June 2025
I’ve returned from my travels and I’m reflecting on the time I spent with Anna …four hours of walking learning and exploring the beautiful city of Amsterdam…. I had a layover of six hours before I had to continue with my travels. I have never been to Amsterdam…
The one thought I had in preparing for my time with Anna is “I don’t want to be with all the other visitors”…. and that’s what came true…. we talked about architecture history,art and life in Amsterdam. I saw many many different examples of architecture learned about the people and the city both historically and today… Anna was very kind calm and extremely knowledgeable. I did not pay attention to the blocks of meandering we completed…, however, in reflecting how far we went, it must’ve been miles and miles of walking.., I am an interior designer for 40 years and studied architecture, art history, etc….many words, I learned back then and forgot… cartouche or arabesque…Anna used in her conversation. I applaud her on her knowledge….
I highly recommend spending time with her… as she grew up in the Netherlands and lives in Amsterdam… she is truly a teacher of beautiful Amsterdam 🙏🩷
Four incredible hours with Anna
Anne🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
27 June 2025
We chose Anna D because of her background in social sciences but she is also a student of art history. We did a walking tour with her and her in-depth knowledge of Danish history and culture is astounding. We than picked up bikes and went on an exciting ride to the park and the Rijksmuseum. Anna could easily be a guide at the museum! If you’re interested In art and art history, you will be impressed! I highly recommend Anna if you want a great exposure to all things Danish. Very smart and well informed tour guide
Nic🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
27 June 2025
I’d highly recommend a walking tour with Marten. You can expect to not just learn about the city but to learn something about the Dutch mentality, the values, what the local customs are like. There is no better way to begin your trip to Amsterdam.Amsterdam walking tour
jayne🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
25 June 2025
Anna's private tour of Amsterdam was awesome!
She was punctual, knowledgeable, dynamic, and interesting.
We had a great time on the tour and we highly recommend Anna. Fabulous Tour Guide!
Alex🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
22 June 2025
My husband and I took this walking tour through Amsterdam last weekend, and it was a fantastic experience from start to finish. Anna was super knowledgeable, engaging, and clearly passionate about the city’s rich history and culture. We loved how the route balanced iconic landmarks with hidden gems we would’ve never found on our own. It was the perfect pace, with plenty of time to soak in the sights and enjoy the atmosphere. Highly recommended for anyone wanting a deeper connection with this beautiful city!A Wonderful Way to Explore Amsterdam!
Joanie🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
18 June 2025
Estella knew a lot about the city and the history.Great tour
Melissa🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
18 June 2025
So nice to have a deep dive into the history of the artwork at the Rijks. She is detailed and very well prepared for any question. Really brought the history to life!Lovely Experience wirh Anna
kp7dn89vwv
(About local )
15 June 2025
It was okay, but we didn't feel like we really connected with her.
Marcy🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
11 June 2025
Marten immediately made my granddaughter and I feel comfortable. He was warm and engaging to both of us . His knowledge, expertise and experience makes him a top notch tour guide. His skill at making history and art so interesting to not only me, but also my 16 year old granddaughter, was so appreciated. We were lucky enough to have booked two separate tours with him . The first one was the Jewish history tour, which was very moving, and so worthwhile before we went to the Anne Frank House . It gave us a better understanding of Jewish life in Amsterdam before and after the holocaust.
The other tour we took with Marten was of the Van Gogh Museum and Van Gogh himself. His story telling skills made learning about Van Gogh so very intriguing. His ability to draw attention to relevant things that one could easily overlook was so appreciated. Walking and talking while interweaving philosophical viewpoints made it even more thought provoking. It was very special to learn from this wonderful guide.
We actually bumped into Marten the day after our tour and we were all so excited to see each other. Amazing tour guide
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