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Make your trip a wholesome experience by seeing what other cities outside of Amsterdam have to offer. On this private day trip, you don’t need to worry about anything! Follow your local host to Volendam & Marken and be back in Amsterdam the same day but with more unforgettable experiences than before.

Destination

Amsterdam, the Netherlands

Category

Day Trips

Duration

5 hours

Transport mode

Public Transport

Available languages

English, Nederlands, Hindi, Suomi

Included

• Private Guide
• Entrance Tickets for Volendam Museum
• All Withlocals Tours are Carbon Neutral

Excluded

• Lunch
• Ferry
• Bus & metro on guests own expenses

What you can expect

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.

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 Amsterdam Centraal in front of Starbucks in the IJ hall (at the waterside, not inside the station). - Amsterdam to start your journey

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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. More about the Netherlands

   Give yourself the time to not only visit Amsterdam by also visiting Volendam & Marken. the Netherlands is such a beautiful country that the more you know about it, the more you’ll fall in love with it. That’s why your host can’t wait to take you to Volendam & Marken

4. Gems of Volendam & Marken

   Check out Volendam Museum , Hotel Spaander, Original house of Marken, and more must-sees but with a twist...through the eyes of a local. Get to know some of the less walked paths in Volendam & Marken with some great hidden gems and alternative stories that only a local knows about

5. Cultural Contrasts

   Cities are like snowflakes; each one of them is unique. And as you visit Volendam & Marken, you’ll be able to see the differences compared to Amsterdam. Discover how much traditions, architecture, and even language can change from one city to another and how they complement each other

6. Local Knowledge

   To experience the best of Volendam & Marken, there’s no better way to do so than like a local. Your local host will make this private day trip an enriching experience by sharing knowledge, stories, insights, and answering your 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.

Reviews from guests

Rachel

(About local Claudio)

15 November 2019

Such a sweet guy. Lots of local knowledge. Let us tour at our own pace. We had a great time. Great Time

Leann🇺🇸 United States

(About local Claudio)

30 August 2019

Thanks to Claudio, our 31/2 hour preflight time in Amsterdam was great. He took us to two fishing villages. His knowledge of the area was a perfect addition to the scenery. He even introduced us to fresh herring and yummy pofferts. He was interesting and personable. Thanks for a great time. Claudio helped us make the most of a short time in Amsterdam

Laurie🇺🇸 United States

(About local Claudio)

14 July 2019

Claudio was very personable and informative. We had a great time. Great Tour

Harriet🇺🇸 United States

(About local Anna)

27 June 2019

Anna was on time, she was actually early. She knew the history of her city and the area. She was pleasant and made our day very enjoyable. She helped us to store our luggage at the train station, which made touring much more pleasant. We would use Anna again if we return to Amsterdam.Worry free sight seeing

Bonnie🇨🇦 Canada

(About local Claudio)

28 May 2019

May 6,2019... Spent 1/2 a day with Claudio with my travel partner exploring the Dutch Villages Volendam and Marken. He was very knowledgeable about the history and current affairs of Amsterdam, and presented the information in a non hurried fashion allowing for questions in between. Not only did we discuss the tour but talked of all sorts of things, it was like spending the day with a good friend. I would encourage everyone to book a tour with this good soul. Oh, and the villages are well worth a visit!Beautiful Dutch Villages Tour. Volendam and Marken Day Trip

Eltinge🇺🇸 United States

(About local Marten)

23 May 2019

If we could have requested the most knowledgeable (historical, current trends, political reasons and why it all fits to make Holland work today) guide we picked a winner in Marten. He couldn't have been more personable, knowledgeable and an extremely able communicator. We felt like old friends chatting about everything from our first handshake to our last goodbye. We never felt rushed or hurried and learned so much in such an easy and understandable way from a really nice guy. Our tour was to a small city outside of Amsterdam and we really loved the whole experience he provided. I've already recommended Withlocals to some other travelers. Amsterdam Guide - Marten

Carie Lee🇺🇸 United States

(About local Claudio)

6 May 2019

Greatly enjoyed our tour with Claudio. Very knowledgeable about the history and culture of these areas. Introduced us to some of the local shopkeepers and kept us informed and entertained.Volendam & Marken tour

Eugene🇺🇸 United States

(About local Claudio)

3 May 2019

I can not say enough good about Claudio! From the very beginning of our reservation he was very helpful, replying to messages immediately and helping us feel at ease in the meeting spot/time since we were on a tight schedule. Then our flights were changed and we had to move dates, he was not obligated to accommodate but had the new date available, so we were all set. But Delta made our time in Amsterdam go from 9 hours to one hour so our tour was off. Through the entire process he was great, and we plan on a longer trip to Amsterdam in the future and hope he will be available! Thank you.Amazing Service

Luis🇺🇸 United States

(About local Ente)

24 April 2019

We booked three tours with Ente, and are glad we did. He is a great guy, with a passion for Amsterdam and its history. We enjoyed learning about the traditions and architecture of the area. My primary interest for the tours was photography-oriented, but I found myself setting that aside so I could listen to Ente and learn about Amsterdam's interesting past. Overall, I highly recommend Ente's tours. You won't be disappointed. Great tour guide!

Will🇺🇸 United States

(About local Claudio)

30 January 2019

My father and I had a wonderful time with Claudio exploring the small towns of Volendam and Marken. We were there during the off season which allowed us to experience the town without a sea of other tourist’s. It is a beautiful place that you must experience for your self. Claudio was the perfect guide. He is very knowledgeable and easy to talk to. The next time we are in Amsterdam we will definitely be booking a tour with Claudio!The perfect tour

David

(About local Tommi)

5 March 2025

Tommi is wonderfully knowledgeable about his city and so generous about ideas and further things/places to explore. He has an amazing store of pertinent information and can produce it effortlessly in a snap. We thoroughly enjoyed the tour you put on for us Tommi - thank you so much!Brilliant 3 hour tour by Tommi

Koray🇩🇪 Germany

(About local Christa)

1 March 2025

Super nice guide, very good information from Christa. Super cool tour

Kim🇬🇧 United Kingdom

(About local Arunabha)

26 February 2025

Wow, what an incredibly knowledgeable guide Arunabha is. There are no facets about the red light district that he does not know. We spent a very enjoyable and informative few hours walking the area where we learnt all about it's rich history as well as what life is like there today and what the future may hold. Arunabha is easy to talk to and answered all our questions. Very Knowledgeable Guide

Alice Anne🇮🇪 Ireland

(About local Marten)

21 February 2025

We booked the highlights & hidden gems tour with Marten. We would recommend. Marten was very friendly & very knowledgeable. We enjoyed our time with him very much. He knew a lot about the history of Amsterdam too. Superb walking tour

Jennifer

(About local Marten)

19 February 2025

I really appreciate the time and effort of the tour. An excellent way to discover all that Amsterdam has to offer. Great Tour, excellent guide!

Maxine

(About local Marten)

18 February 2025

kasweetman

(About local Arunabha)

17 February 2025

Arunabha provided a vast amount of information on the history of Amsterdam, Netherlands, vis a vis the invasion by Nazis and many perspectives on the resistance. He was knowledgeable about the role of the Dutch Empire and its impact on Indonesia and other former “colonies”. Thanks for a great tour.Informative tour, amazing.

Nikolay

(About local Anna)

16 February 2025

Anna is a very knowledgeable and friendly guide. We had a simple request—to see the city and learn about its history—and she delivered beyond our expectations. She took us through the main sights and shared historical insights, including lesser-known facts that made the experience even more special. Anna was always approachable and could answer any question we had. A nice touch was when she treated us to a delicious local specialty. She also tailored the route based on our preferences, making the tour feel personalized and engaging. Highly recommended!Anna - a knowledgeable and friendly guide!

Steve🇺🇸 United States

(About local Marten)

15 February 2025

Marten not only loves his city, Amsterdam, he also loves his country, and the culture. His enthusiasm drives his tour but he also made it interactive, picking up on the subjects we were most interested in. We learned a lot about Amsterdam and the role of the Dutch in world. We wish we had more time!Loves His City

Adam

(About local Olga)

4 February 2025

This was my first time using Withlocals and Olga has set the bar high! Her knowledge on local culture and food was exceptional. Each stop on the tour was picked out with purpose as it related to culture and history. It was exactly what I was looking for and she helped me learn much more about the Dutch. Her own love for travel also made it easy to talk to her during the tour. I highly recommend her and would definitely choose her again for a future booking!A great tour!

Armand🇫🇷 France

(About local Arunabha)

3 February 2025

Arunabha is a great guide. We had a good experience with our Withlocals guide. The tour was authentic, personalized, and truly enriching, allowing us to discover the city from a good perspective. Our guide was full of interesting stories. Thank you for this great experience and insightful conversations.Nice round of Amsterdam

Mary

(About local Marten)

27 January 2025

From the start of our four hour tour, Marten exceeded our expectations in every way, and our expectations were high to begin with. He is not just a guide; he is a true historian with an infectious enthusiasm for his city. Marten didn't just recite facts; he brought history to life with captivating storytelling. In addition to being incredibly knowledgeable, he is witty, engaging, insightful and clearly passionate about sharing his love of Amsterdam with others. My husband and I learned so very much and had tons of fun while doing so! We'll always be grateful to have had Marten as our guide! He clearly loves what he does and what is better than that?!! An unforgettable tour!!!

Kamilah

(About local Olga)

27 January 2025

I had a good time with Olga on my personalized tour and I discovered not only places, but a lot of the history I would have known nothing about otherwise. Olga explained everything well and in an engaging way that I was able to remember and rave to friends about. My first trip to Amsterdam was all the more meaningful because of the knowledge I gained and Olga's suggestions on places to visit based on my interests. The hidden gardens and peeks at the beautiful interiors of the houses they were a part of was a huge plus. I would absolutely recommend the 'Highlights and Hidden Gems' tour with Olga for anyone who is visiting and wants to get a bit more out of their trip and experience a local's perspective.Enhanced my first trip to Amsterdam

Deborah🇺🇸 United States

(About local Marten)

26 January 2025

We had the pleasure of experiencing the Rijksmuseum with Marten as our guide. Marten shared not only the wonderful art with us he gave us the history of the art styles and how they evolved through time. It was information that we would not have thought about if we were on our own at the museum. I recommend having Marten as your guide if you are interested not only in the art but also in history. I’m so happy that we chose Marten to be our guide.Rijksmuseum With Marten

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(About local Christa)

25 January 2025

We got into Amsterdam in the morning and booked this walking tour last min for that afternoon. We are so glad we did! Christa was so knowledge about the city’s history and culture. She showed us all of the key spots and many off the beaten path, including great recommendations for museums and other sites. It was a great way to start out in a new city. We had a wonderful time discussing all things Amsterdam and beyond and ended with a tasty beverage. Christa was so personable and friendly — we will definitely be booking more tours with her upon our return. Thanks Christa!!! Awesome city tour!

Francois🇩🇪 Germany

(About local Marten)

23 January 2025

Marten is an excellent, humorous guide who perfectly engaged with our group of international managers. His tour was interesting, entertaining and filled with funny anecdotes. Excellent guide for an international group

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(About local Tommi)

21 January 2025

Tommi was incredible! He had the most wonderful stories and details and spent WAY more time with us than he needed to. We truly enjoyed every second and we are so grateful for the fun day with him! Thank you, Tommi! WOW!! WHAT A WONDERFUL DAY!

Jeremy

(About local Olga)

19 January 2025

We had a lovely morning with Olga. Anyone who likes cookies as much as us (and knows the best place to go in Amsterdam to get them) was always going to be a hit! Olga clearly loves Amsterdam and her enthusiasm for the city made it a most enjoyable 3 hours. We wanted to find out the background to the city as well as what to do and where to eat during our stay and she didn't let us down! After our walk we spent the next 3 days doing all the things Olga recommended and this certainly made out trip very special. So if you want a guide who knowledgeable and engaging, Olga is the one for you!Olga is great!

Kelli🇺🇸 United States

(About local Olga)

14 January 2025

Olga was so knowledgeable and shared so much information with us. The food experiences were authentic hidden gems! Highly recommend! Incredible guide!

Darren

(About local Christa)

14 January 2025

Christa was very responsive prior to the tour. Because we were arriving in Amsterdam late we could not do her standard tour. She organized a custom tour for us which could accommodate our schedule and it was amazing. She is delightful to spend time with and very knowledgeable about the city and the local food and establishments. We had a great tour and ate and drank some great things. She was amazing!Christa is just rhe best!

Luiz Guilherme

(About local Marten)

12 January 2025

Marten was very engaging ever since the beginning of the tour and told us the history, facts and lifestyle of Amsterdam. Our experience wouldn’t have been the same with any other guide. We loved the experience and our staying in Amsterdam wouldn’t have been so complete without Marten!Wonderful Tour of Amsterdam

Jeannette🇩🇪 Germany

(About local Marten)

9 January 2025

Ich war über Silvester mit meinem 21-jährigen Sohn das erste Mal in Amsterdam. Wir hatten eine 3-stündige Tour durch Amsterdam auf deutsch mit Marten gebucht. Ich muss diese Tour wirklich empfehlen, es ging nicht nur um das geschichtliche Amsterdam. Wir konnten Marten alles Fragen, ob gesellschaftliche Entwicklungen, Architektur. Genauso hatte ich mir das erste Kennenlernen mit Amsterdam vorgestellt. Ich komme definitiv wieder!Diese Tour sollte man unbedingt buchen!

Jason🇦🇺 Australia

(About local Olga)

5 January 2025

We had an absolutely fantastic walking tour of Amsterdam with Olga! From start to finish, her knowledge, warmth, and passion for the city made this a truly memorable experience. Over the 3 hours, Olga brought Amsterdam’s history and culture to life, sharing fascinating stories and insights that we never would have discovered on our own. The best part was how personalized the experience felt. Olga took the time to understand our interests and tailored her recommendations to suit us perfectly. The next day, we went back to many of the wonderful places she pointed out (the cookies, the waffles, the restaurants!) and it made our time in Amsterdam so much richer and more enjoyable. Olga’s enthusiasm and expertise are unmatched, and we couldn’t have asked for a better guide. If you’re looking for a tour that’s engaging, informative, and full of hidden gems, Olga is the one to book with. Best guided tour we’ve had!Best tour of Amsterdam!

Jodi🇵🇭 Philippines

(About local Olga)

31 December 2024

We had a wonderful time with our local food guide Olga. She brought us to restaurants that serve traditional Dutch food (which was my request) What I liked about the tour is that we were brought to restaurants were locals ate. We had croquettes, stroopwaffels, pancakes, herring fish and a lot more. We even tried a Surinamese-Chinese dish! She not only talked about the food but also tje history that came with it. Truly an amazing experience 🤍 A fun food tour with Olga

Lauren🇺🇸 United States

(About local Arunabha)

30 December 2024

Such an interesting side of Amsterdam to learn about. Arun was very professional and handled the topics of red light District and ”coffeeshops” with grace and practicality. We would probably not have gone through this area on our own but truly appreciated the opportunity to hear about the history and see how things are operating today. Well done Arun! Wonderful tour

Lauren🇺🇸 United States

(About local Marten)

30 December 2024

We were so impressed with our tour with Marten. He was very knowledgeable about the Jewish district and history. He gave us a lot to think about. He also managed to work in lighter moments and share personal stories. He was very engaging. We give him 10 stars! Couldn’t find a better guide!

adam🇺🇸 United States

(About local Annet)

29 December 2024

Annet was wonderful and patient with us amateur photographers (including our 7 year old). We’ve got some great pictures to keep our memories.Great Family Fun

Renita🇺🇸 United States

(About local Olga)

29 December 2024

I really enjoyed my tour with Olga. She accommodated me by (promptly) meeting at my hotel. She had the cutest enthusiastic personality. She is so well versed on all things Amsterdam and she loves her city. I highly recommend her. Olga is FABULOUS!

Charles🇺🇸 United States

(About local Arunabha)

29 December 2024

Such a good tour with Arunabha. He was so knowledgeable and really made connections with our kids and family by telling us how Amsterdam was linked to our home town of New York. We learned so much about the history of the city - Arunabha answered all our many questions with depth and real world examples- such a great tour. Highly recommend and thank you!!Amsterdam after Christmas

Ann-Kathrin🇩🇪 Germany

(About local Christa)

27 December 2024

Es war durch und durch eine schöne Tour. Christa ist eine sehr freundliche und smarte Frau, die uns an ihren Lieblingsorten hat teilhaben lassen. Das von ihr ausgewählte Essen bei dieser Tour war unglaublich lecker. Auf jeden Fall eine Empfehlung wert!Sehr herzlich! Gerne wieder.

Donna🇺🇸 United States

(About local Arunabha)

26 December 2024

We didn’t know what to expect, especially since this was the first time we have used With Locals. From the beginning Aruna impressed us with his knowledge of Amsterdam. He knew small histories and delighted us with stories that you seldom hear during most tours. Every bite of food and drink came with a story that only added to the deliciousness. We would definitely recommend Aruna for anyone looking for a private tour. Best Private tour ever

Chadd🇺🇸 United States

(About local Annet)

22 December 2024

Annet is unbelievably kind and such a wealth of knowledge about Amsterdam! The tour was very organic and relaxed yet we saw so much and I learned all the local experiences of this beautiful city! She also has some amazing ways to take Pictures. Thank You, Annet! Annet is the Absolute Best!

Lary🇺🇸 United States

(About local Olga)

20 December 2024

Olga was fantastic, she is extremely knowledgeable and informative. She takes care to spend time showing you and sharing details about each stop. She absolutely makes the trip special! We will highly recommend her to all our family and friends and are looking forward to booking her again!!Excellent adventure with Olga!

Peter

(About local Marten)

17 December 2024

Very interesting tour, lots of great food to sample. Marten is a great storyteller and historian

Victor🇺🇸 United States

(About local Marten)

16 December 2024

Marten is a historian and an exquisite story-teller. Also a bit of a philosopher with a sense of humor. He made our 3-hour tour engaging and fascinating. I highly recommend him. Excellent experience with Marten

Mathias🇧🇪 Belgium

(About local Olga)

15 December 2024

Olga was zeer vlot. Ze heeft ons op die 3 uren heel veel geleerd over Amsterdam. Ze gaf veel uitleg en liet ons plaatsjes zien die je nooit zelf had gevonden. Ook liet ze ons verschillende dingen zien die we de dag nadien konden bekijken!Een vlotte gids...zeker een aanrader.

Gretchen🇺🇸 United States

(About local Olga)

14 December 2024

Olga was a true gem, knowledgeable, made sure we received the best care and put us in the right places to see the beauty of the spots visited. You can’t go wrong with Olga!!Wonderful

Anouk

(About local Marten)

13 December 2024

Our colleagues were absolutely fond of Marten. Marten knows a lot about everything in and around the Rijksmuseum but next to that has a lot of general knowledge and finds a good way of combining all this into a really interesting story. Thank you so much Marten, you are highly recommended by us!The best guide!

JO🇺🇸 United States

(About local Arunabha)

10 December 2024

Arun was very knowledgeable, answering all of our questions, no matter the subject. We loved the eclectic food choices, combined with the history of how they became popular in Amsterdam. We chose to walk everywhere, but he kindly offered a metro option. I would highly recommend him as a tour guide!Wonderful mix of history and snacks!

Nick🇺🇸 United States

(About local Arunabha)

30 November 2024

We appreciated the customizing of the tour to things that we responded to. He went through a lot of details on history that were fascinating - he knows his stuff. I definitely learned a great deal more about Amsterdam than had I not been on this tour. So luch cool info