• Private Tour
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Get your phone or camera ready and capture the beauty of Amsterdam together with a local photographer who's also a renowned Instagrammer! Together you'll discover the best spots & hidden gems of the city, while you get tips on how to make the most out of your Instagram. Let's go!

Destination

Amsterdam, the Netherlands

Category

Photo Tours

Duration

1.5 hours

Transport mode

Walking tour

Available languages

English

Included

• Complimentary Photo shot by Myself

Excluded

• gratuities

What you can expect

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 Phil.

1. Meeting point

   Meet at NH Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky - 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. Meeting Point

   Meet me at Hotel Krasnopolski Amsterdam

4. For the Gram

   Start capturing Amsterdam & pick the best Instagram worthy shots

5. 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.

I can personalize this tour for you

• Tell me your preferred date and group size
• Tell me your preferences and wishes so I can customize the tour for you
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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

helen

8 April 2024

We had a fantastic tour with Phil and learnt how to manipulate our phone to take the most fantastic photos of Amsterdam. Phil was interesting and showed us many places off the usual tourist route which was great to get the real feel of Amsterdam.Phil’s photography tour

Max🇦🇺 Australia

26 July 2022

As an advanced photographer I was looking for someone to show me the nice location in Amsterdam, and this I must say Phil sure did. Regardless of my background and knowledge of my camera I did learn a lot from Phil. His skills and vision to spot the perfect photo opportunity is next level. Besides this, he is a very friendly, approachable person who made me feel really comfortable. If ever I do make it back to Amsterdam which I hope to one day, I will not hesitate to book Phil again. To any photographers out there regardless of your experience or skill levels, from beginners to advanced, or if you are just looking for these hidden location of Amsterdam, Phil will deliver. Thanks Phil and hopefully I will be back in this beautiful city and we get to meet again. MaxGreat experience with Phil

Tony🇩🇪 Germany

26 June 2022

Phil showed us some cool spots in amsterdam. he showed us tricks how to stage pictures well. he also showed us many interesting corners of amsterdam. the trip with phil was worth every penny! thank you very much Phil! greets Tony & SusannaGreat trip :)

Charlotte🇵🇭 Philippines

2 June 2022

Great seeing Amsterdam with a different set of eyes. Phil is very engaging with his stories

Molly

18 April 2022

This was such a great tour, and is so memorable. Phil taught us how to take amazing and interesting photos using some really interesting techniques. He was super friendly and told us about other things to do in the city and made us want to stay even longer!Amazing experience!

Kat🇨🇦 Canada

23 November 2021

Phil has a lot of experience with street photography and is a very patient teacher. He provided me with lots of tips and tricks for taking good photos and I got to practice along the way. Excellent tour if you’re interested in improving your photography skills!Great Teacher

Pablo🇪🇸 Spain

29 October 2021

Such a pleasure of tour! Nice person, nice guide and even better photographer! It was very nice to walk, talk and learn about an Amsterdam expertise! Perfect tour and perfect guy!

Marlin 🇳🇱 Netherlands

4 August 2021

Met dank aan Phil die ons door de kleine straatjes van Amsterdam liet genieten van de schoonheid waar je anders zo aan voorbij zou lopen. Dat vastgelegd met zijn professionele oog en camera en de tips aan mijn dochter (15 jaar) om zelf ook met schoonheid naar je eigen omgeving te kijken, maakten de tour bijzonder. Inspirerend

Juli🇩🇰 Denmark

1 August 2021

Phil is a great guide, photographer, and sounding board. Being a photographer myself, I enjoyed the photo walk through Amsterdam with Phil and had a truly inspirational experience. Phil knows great spots off the beaten track and has a lot of handy tricks up his sleeve. I can warmly recommend the tour for experienced photographers who are looking for inspiration, but I have no doubt that Phil can also cater for beginners and hobbyists.Inspiring photo tour

Michelle🇺🇸 United States

23 February 2020

I highly recommend booking this experience with Phil while you are in Amsterdam. My family and I learned so much from Phil and we will be utilizing what he taught us on all of our Instagram photos going forward. Phil is great teacher, very engaged and patient. Highly recommended

Andre Raul🇦🇺 Australia

7 September 2019

Phil’s Amsterdam tour was unforgettable! I got to explore the culture and environment of traditional Amsterdam which you won’t come across unless you know where to go. Had a great laugh and learnt so much about photography and the city of Amsterdam. Look forward to heading on a tour with Phil next time I’m in Amsterdam ! Unreal experience

Leah🇺🇸 United States

6 May 2019

Phil was AMAZING! It was the perfect day in Amsterdam and I learned so much about Instagram, editing, and taking photos. He showed me all kinds of tips and tricks that I was able to use on the rest of my trip throughout Europe. I deft recommend this tour/guide. Instagram/ photo tour

Luis🇺🇸 United States

24 April 2019

My wife and I are amateur photographers, so we planned a photography-themed trip to Amsterdam to celebrate her birthday. We found Phil through 'withlocals', and are very glad we did. Not only is Phil an accomplished professional photographer, but he knows all the hidden gems of Amsterdam. We learned some basics of street photography, like finding a "perfect frame," then waiting for a subject to walk or bicycle through. A bit of patience makes all the difference between a boring shot and a superb Instagram-worthy photograph. We also booked two additional custom trips with Phil, so we could go shoot in Haarlem, Zaanse Schans, and Utrecht. He coordinated all the logistics, and even picked us up at our hotel in a private car. Overall, it was a great experience. We learned some valuable tips on photography, but we also had a great time walking around the area with Phil. He is a very charismatic individual. I highly recommend his tour, whether photography is your main interest, or just for sightseeing off the beaten path.Best way to see Amsterdam...!

Jennifer🇺🇸 United States

10 July 2018

We had a great time touring Amsterdam with Phil! He gave us great, creative suggestions for how to take great photos and introduced us to some of the best apps and ways to filter and edit photos. Our entire family - teens included - loved the tour and adventure! I would HIGHLY recommend this tour with Phil!!Best Photo & Instagram Tour

Ivica🇭🇷 Croatia

12 May 2018

Phil knows all small streets of Amsterdam intimately, but also plenty of useful Apps that make your photos shine in Instagram. My two teenage daughters were very impressed and those two hours with Phil motivated them to raise their Instagram photography standards to a new level. Highly recommended.Great Tour!

Steph🇳🇱 Netherlands

6 July 2017

We live in Amsterdam and have admired Phil's posts on Instagram. Curious to find out where his favorite spots are, we signed up for this Withlocals tour and spent a great Saturday morning together despite the gray/rainy weather (typical Amsterdam). Phil's warm and funny personality made us feel comfortable asking questions and he gave us some really great photo tips, whether they be of sights or of people. Our time with him flew by and by the end, we felt as though we were equipped with new Instagram skills and photo tips. Would highly recommend this tour for tourists or locals alike, you will enjoy it! Thank you Phil for a memorable time together! Locals on a Withlocals Tour!

Nadja🇩🇪 Germany

15 May 2017

Our private instagram tour was a great experience! Phil is a very charismatic person. We got a lot of useful tips, saw beautiful streets and corners of Amsterdam and just had a lot of fun.Private Instagram Tour with Social Influencer

Samata🇺🇸 United States

1 February 2017

We spent a great two hours with Phil snapping photos and learning tips and techniques to unique and memorable photos of the sights in Amsterdam! Phil was warm, passionate about what he does, and excited to share his knowledge with us. I only wish we had more time to do a longer tour and get a more in-depth account of his favorite spots in Amsterdam, but we will plan on returning and touring again with Phil during Tulip Season! Definitely recommended if you are looking for something that departs a bit from the ordinary tour and leaves you with some extraordinary photos!New Way of Seeing Amsterdam

kathleen🇫🇷 France

28 December 2016

My friend, daughter and I did the Amsterdam Instagram for with our guide Phil, which we thoroughly enjoyed! Phil tailor made it to our needs. We learnt lots of tips on how to take great instagram pictures and discovered the beautiful, non touristy streets of the capital. Phil was really friendly and we helpful. We highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Amsterdam and wanting a unique experience !Unique tour of Amsterdam with great guide!

Christian🇩🇪 Germany

17 November 2016

This was really a great experience. Not only you see some nice spots of Amsterdam, you have inspiring conversations and learn how to look through your camera differently. And on top, you find out everything you need to know about Instagram. An afternoon well spend! 📸Private Instagram Tour with Social Influencer

Tim🇺🇸 United States

15 November 2016

Phil's Instatour was one of the highlights of our trip to Amsterdam. He was incredibly attentive in setting up the tour and very flexible in the arrangements (making sure that we ended the tour at a museum where we had a previous reservation). The tour is described as helping improve your Instagram pictures but the techniques Phil taught us are applicable to all phone photography. He is very patient and seemed to have all the time in the world to help us take the perfect photograph. I would not hesitate to recommend this tour for everyone and will definitely take it again when I return to Amsterdam.Private Instagram Tour with Social Influencer

Dawn

5 September 2016

We had an amazing day with Phil. We highly recommend his Instagram Tour. As a professional photographer and in the Instagram media industry, he taught us many tricks of the trade. We also explored new parts of Amsterdam while learning how to maximize our photography skills. Great day! Private Instagram Tour with Social Guru

Thanujan

3 September 2016

What an awesome city Amsterdam!!! I went with Phil for 3 hours. I learned a lot to take nice pictures. He is amazing. I will be back soon Amsterdam. I miss u AmsterdamFirst time in Amsterdam

Häfele

7 August 2016

We enjoyed the tour and saw a bit of Amsterdam. The tips where helpful.Private Instagram Tour with Social Influencer

Anne-Cathérine

22 June 2016

We had the best time with Phil. He's very social, has interesting stories about Amsterdam and gave us some really good tips and apps for taking the perfect Instagram picture. It really was a cool experience and a very nice way to see the city of Amsterdam in a different way!!Private Instagram Tour with Social Influencer

Jennifer🇨🇭 Switzerland

12 June 2023

Phil was a very uncomplicated, punctual, interested guide and we had a lot of fun together ! He showed us different techniques of photography, beautiful and hidden places and even made the reservation @ the restaurant for the evening. Thank you very much and gladly again at any time! 😎👏👏👌🏻Just the perfect guide!

Sally🇺🇸 United States

11 October 2022

We really enjoyed our tour with Phil and it was great for our family - our 18 year old daughter and 16 year old son both found it helpful and interesting, and Phil engaged with them both wonderfully. He showed us some hidden spots in Amsterdam which we otherwise wouldn’t have discovered. Phil was really easy company and happy to share his photography skills with us. Definitely recommend.Perfect tour for our family

Mark🇬🇧 United Kingdom

5 September 2022

We were in Amsterdam for the Dutch Grand Prix and were looking for a quick introduction to the City Centre, which was exactly what Phil did. A nice relaxed walk with plenty tips on photographing a beautiful city. All our questions answered along with some top tips. Very happy.Chilled Intro to Amsterdam

George🇩🇪 Germany

31 August 2022

Phil is the right person for you to experience Amsterdam in a special way. Don't expect him to tell you about numbers and historical events, but he will show you the city from a different angle and how to save your impression on your camera! We had a lot of fun and learn something new. Great guy - different experience.

Dan🇨🇭 Switzerland

27 March 2022

Phil is such a kind and open guy. Very easy to chat to and I learnt so much in just a short period of time! Definitely worth every penny - just book with Phil!Brilliant photo tour - brilliant guy!

bluecrush_180🇺🇸 United States

28 September 2019

Phil was wonderful in sharing with us hidden gems, IG photo tips and local secrets. Can’t get a better value for private photo shoot choosing one final print comp, walking tour and plain good conversation. Phil has a way of putting people at ease and we never felt self conscious when he was taking pictures, and the imaginative IG tips helped us tremendously with technique. Highly recommend. Way outside the box when it comes to the usual overpriced (IMHO) photo shoots. Phil in Amsterdam

Elke🇩🇪 Germany

30 October 2017

we had a very nice trip with Phil,a professional social influencer and photographer! with him we dived into the inster-world and learned how to professionalize smartphone pics by using app tools etc. Especially our children found it very cool and inspiring for their instergramm activities. For us (parents) it was great fun meeting such an interesting and lively guy like Phil who knows the Amsterdam scene very well! highly recommended to everybody being interested in ambitious photography and social network. Thank you Phil!great tour

Jennifer🇬🇧 United Kingdom

21 December 2016

Who knew that an iphone 5 could do so much? I booked the tour for my daughter who loves instagram and images. I have an instagram account for business and rarely use it - Instagram is not 'my thing' or wasn't. I am a convert. Phil was able to meet the needs of both of his guests - my entirely competent and enthusiastic daughter discovered new functions on her iphone and camera (as did I). I was told of amazing apps, given video for business tips and encouraged to engage with the instagram community. Phil was kind and enthusiastic and patient & he takes a wicked portrait. All of this, and we had such fun. We saw parts of the city that had remained hidden in the previous 2 days of our visit. When Phil left us we retraced our steps - we had to go back to the small streets and interesting buildings. Phil will be with us in every new city and when we take (reallly quite impressive) images. We had such fun and learned a lot.