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Amsterdam’s Melting Pot: Discover De Pijp with a Local Twist

  • 2.5 hours
  • City Highlight Tours
  • Amsterdam
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Experience hosted by Withlocals

  • Private Tour
  • Carbon Neutral

Discover the vibrant heart of Amsterdam in De Pijp, where multicultural flavors, street art, and local stories come alive. Stroll through buzzing markets, hidden alleys, and colorful corners with a passionate local host who knows the neighborhood inside out. This is not just a walk—it's your personal gateway to the real Amsterdam.

Destination
Amsterdam, the Netherlands
Category
City Highlight Tours
Duration
2.5 hours
Transport mode
Walking tour
Available languages
English
Included
  • Private guide
  • 1 Local snack or drink
  • All Withlocals tours are carbon neutral
Excluded
  • Entrance to attractions

6 reasons to book this tour

  • Explore the best of De Pijp
  • Spot classics like Gerard Doustraat & Little Middle East
  • Discover hidden gems away from the tourist paths
  • Experience the city from a local’s perspective
  • Can be 100% personalized to your wishes
  • Privately guided by a local expert

What you can expect

Amsterdam’s Melting Pot: Discover De Pijp with a Local Twist in Amsterdam - AdobeStock_56918854.jpg

Welcome to De Pijp, one of Amsterdam’s most vibrant and diverse neighborhoods! With your favorite local host by your side, you’re about to discover this cultural hotspot through a truly authentic lens—filled with stories, flavors, and the spirit of real Amsterdam life.

Get ready to dive deep into the neighborhood’s fascinating evolution—from its working-class roots to a colorful melting pot of cultures. Stroll along iconic streets like Gerard Doustraat, explore the flavors of the Little Middle East, and uncover unexpected urban art along Ruysdaelkade. And the best part? Each host brings their own perspective, passions, and personal history to the journey. No two tours are alike!

Need a break? Your host knows just the spot. Whether it’s a cozy café, a Surinamese snack stand, or a hidden terrace, they’ll guide you to a local favorite—often overlooked by visitors. It’s the perfect moment to try something delicious and ask your host for insider tips on how to experience Amsterdam like a true local.

Every corner of De Pijp has a story, and your host is ready to share theirs. Whether they’re passionate about history, street art, food, or community life, your host will make this tour feel like a walk through their own backyard. Have a particular interest or want to linger longer in a spot you love? Just say the word—your host can easily tailor the route to your pace and preferences.

This isn’t just a tour. It’s your chance to experience their Amsterdam, from street stories to secret bites. Let’s make De Pijp your favorite part of the city!

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.

  1. Meeting point

    Meet at By the Monument Dr. Samuel Sarphati, located in the Sarphati Park - Amsterdam to start your journey

  2. 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.

  3. De Pijp Highlights

    See from Gerard Doustraat, Little Middle East, Ruysdaelkade Street Art, and other landmarks and must-sees of the city. Your local host will take you to the main spots in De Pijp so you can get the perfect overview of what makes De Pijp so unique

  4. 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 city through a different perspective, the local way, and discover places and stories that not many tourists experience

  5. 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!

  6. 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

  7. 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

  • 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.

  • Change of plans?

    Reschedule your experience to a date and time that works best for you.

  • Loved by travelers worldwide

    Simple and flexible – your plans, your way.

Withlocals experiences
are always

Private & personalizedNo strangers, just you. Fully customize your trip to your needs.
With a local expertFrom historical facts to the most up-to-date health regulations.
Without the crowdsExperiences designed to take you away from the crowds towards authentic local spots.

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