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Bring Rembrandt and the characters in his paintings to life by visiting the places where they worked and lived. Together with your local insider you can admire the most beautiful neighborhoods of the city center and learn about its history.

Destination

Amsterdam, the Netherlands

Category

City Highlight Tours

Duration

2.5 hours

Transport mode

Walking tour

Available languages

English, Nederlands

Included

• Private guide

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 Anna.

1. Meeting point

   Meet at Nieuwmarkt - 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. Nieuwmarkt

   Meeting point

4. De Waag

   Offices of the Painter's and Surgeon's Guild

5. Zuiderkerk

   Church where Rembrandt buried three of his infant children

6. Jodenbreestraat

   Rembrandt House

7. Staalstraat

   Office of the Clothmaker's Guild

8. Nieuwe Doelenstraat

   Office of the militia company of the famous "Nightwatch"

9. Dam Square

   Former Town Hall, now Royal Palace

10. Singel

    House of captain Frans Banninck Cocq

11. Jordaan & Rozengracht

    Rembrandt's last address

12. Westerkerk

    Rembrandt's final resting place

13. 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.

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Flexible cancellation policy

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Reviews from guests

Luiz

6 March 2025

Anna was an excellent guide from the beginning. She smiled brightly as we met and started telling us interesting historical facts about Amsterdam. The kind of information you wouldn't get without such an experienced guide. In the end, she helped me book a beautiful boat tour. I can't thank her enough. Nice tour

brian.neesan

27 July 2024

What a great afternoon stroll through time with Anna.Anna is exceptionally knowlegeable.

Larry Levon🇳🇱 Netherlands

24 June 2022

Anna truly set the standards of professionalism, historical and cultural knowledge. She brought Amsterdam to life with her unbelievable knowledge of the city and surrounding countries. She answered ever single question without hesitation and provided in-depth facts about Rembrandt's life. Now when I see Rembrandt's paintings, I can truly appreciate his journey, his struggles as an artist and human being. THANK YOU ANNA!!!!THE BEST HISTORICAL AMSTERDAM TOUR EVER !!!!!

Sandy🇺🇸 United States

4 January 2020

Anna met us promptly at our appointed time & place. (Great communication from With Locals.) After a few pleasantries we were off to explore! Anna has great people skills so sharing many facts about the history of Amsterdam was more like a fun conversation for us than a rote tour. We visited Rembrandt’s guildhall, learned to “read” the motifs on certain building exteriors, saw the merchant houses to match several portraits which hang in the Rijksmuseum (very cool!), learned of the architectural evolution of local canal houses, and learned quite a lot about Rembrandt’s work habits, patrons and personal fortunes. Our 2.5 hours with Anna were a great investment and value for us as newcomers to the city. I highly recommend With Locals and thank Anna for a zippy tour chockablock with fun facts and useful information. Fantastic experience brought Rembrandt to life! Superb Guide!

Susan🇺🇸 United States

11 September 2019

Anna was good. Very thorough and geared entire tour on what we were interested in.Good experience

Sue🇬🇧 United Kingdom

8 May 2019

We met Anna, on time at the meeting place. Anna was very informative on Rembrandt and we found out about his life and were shown buildings associated with his family. We visited the Rembrandt exhibition at the Rijksmuseum the next day, and understood a great deal more about the art ,and the people portrayed in the paintings after Anna's enthusiastic walk and talk. Many thanks Anna SueAmsterdam Rembrandt walk

Joanna🇯🇴 Jordan

8 June 2018

Anna was the key that unlocked Amsterdam’s artistic and cultural secrets. She is a passionate and well informed guide that gave a fantastic crash course about the city. we would have never been able to find out this much about Amsterdam if it was not for this tour. Highly recommend it!! Amazing!!

Jon🇺🇸 United States

22 May 2018

Anna was knowledgable, fun, interesting and interested. The time on the tours flew. Learned a lot about the local culture and art scene. Highly recommendedAwesome tour

Heather🇨🇦 Canada

3 April 2018

Anna was excellent. She was punctual, pleasant and knowledgeable. We went to the Rijks museum and she added interesting information to the self guided tour . She arranged for lunch for us at an appropriate restaurant. We were a group of five with 1 small child and a tween. She was most understanding of the pace needed for children and pointed out interesting things for them. She was very flexible when our plans went astray (we couldn't get into the Vincent Van Gogh museum). Would definitely recommend her as a guide.Awesome day in Amsterdam

Syed Amar🇬🇧 United Kingdom

6 December 2017

was great and perfect in every sense. very informative of the culture and history of amsterdam, chilled, relaxing, and most importantly fun was my time during this tour.. Highly recommended :)Enjoy Amsterdam Like Rembrandt

Steven🇺🇸 United States

12 November 2017

Traveling to Amsterdam with 3 generations of family members (Mom, wife and daughter) that had never been to the Netherlands, I took the advise of some on line sources that suggested a private guided tour of the city and booked 3 hours with Anna to acquaint us with the Amsterdam. I was skeptical (as usual), but it couldn't have worked out better. My family members and I had a great time, the tour was very informative and entertaining. Anna was very bright, knowledgeable and charming. Her passion for her city was remarkable. She reached out to me prior to our trip to ask questions about the group and our interests. All of our expectations were blown away. Not to mention we all survived the tour without incident concerning bicycles (psychopaths on cycle paths). Overall a great way to start our trip in Amsterdam.Amsterdam with Anna

A-ROSA🇩🇪 Germany

10 October 2017

We had a nice tour with Anna. She was very patient, behause we stopped on each corner to take pictures. We highly recommend this tour.Great tour

Naz🇸🇬 Singapore

9 August 2017

Anna is amazing! She made the whole tour so fun! It wasn't awkward with her at all! She personalised the tour according to my needs! I wouldn't want to get another guide! She made my trip in Ams a wonderful experience! :)The best!

Eric🇺🇸 United States

23 February 2017

Anna is a bright and upbeat host who is very knowledgeable about Rembrandt (the flawed human being), architecture, and anything Amsterdam. She exhibits professionalism and confidence while simultaneously keeping the tour light-hearted and fun (even as she describes atrocities from Amsterdam’s surprisingly rough past). Anna is also quick on her feet (wear comfortable walking or running shoes) and adept at preventing tourists (like me) from getting mowed down by cyclists who REALLY don’t want to give up their momentum. And they’re everywhere... Because Amsterdam is a truly unique city, I found Anna’s assistance to be invaluable. I highly recommend Anna’s fun and informative tour for anyone who’s interested in Rembrandt, doesn’t want to waste their precious time in Amsterdam studying maps, and is intrigued by foreign places and people. For me, learning about the artist during Anna's dynamic tour BEFORE seeing his art added depth and context to the hushed museum experience. Rembrandt Tour - With an Amsterdam Insider

meera85

9 March 2025

Thank you to Anna. We had a hugely amazing time in the museum - learnt lots, had a good laugh and spent some Very enjoyable moments. Thank you so much to Anna who helped re sort the timings of our entrance and starting the tour a little later due to my mistake. Kind regards MeeraMums on tour - museum day

Martina

26 February 2025

Anna has been an absolute delight! She tailored a perfect 1.5 hours walking tour for my manager and her team (despite 1.5 hours being very short!). The whole group really loved and enjoyed the tour and Anna really made a great effort to get to know the people attending to the tour and understand their interests. Highly recommended and will for sure consider Anna again for any future tour in Amsterdam! THANK YOU ANNA! :)Tailored Amsterdam Walking Tour :)

Annmarie

17 February 2025

Anna, was a very informative and knowledgeable guide for our family tour of Amsterdam. She provided great insight into Amsterdam through the ages and perfectly meet the interest of our family. I would highly recommend Anna for a private tour of the city.

engsbh

10 February 2025

Anna brings the art, architecture and history of Amsterdam to life through her in-depth knowledge and engaging personality. The tours I took were remarkable for their depth and fun. She is the perfect guide for anyone interested in the culture and history oh this amazing city. Amazing Tour of an Amazing City

Jeff

6 February 2025

Louis

3 January 2025

Anna was great. Very informative. Very patient with our questions. New insights that we would not have known. Great experience and great guide. Great History and Depth in Van Gogh art

Lauren🇺🇸 United States

30 December 2024

Our morning with Anna at the Van Gough museum, surpassed all of our expectations. We came away with a strong understanding of the man and his art. She really brought him to life for us. She had great antidotes to share and was extremely knowledgeable about both the history and the art. Brilliant storyteller!

Wayne🇳🇿 New Zealand

28 December 2024

Anna was a bubbly adventurous guide who shared her knowledge with us on the history and what makes Amsterdam. She was able to adapt and connect with both teenagers and adults. Have no hesitation in recommending her.Historic Amsterdam

Amy🇨🇦 Canada

16 December 2024

We had the most excellent tour with Anna. She was extremely knowledgable about art and Van Goghus. Anna greatly improved our understanding of the history of Vincent, Theo and his family and how his artistic style developed but as well how this fit into the art world at the time and now. Anna made this incredible museum and art come to life. Anna was fantastic.Fantastic Van Gogh museum visit

Mark🇫🇷 France

8 December 2024

Anna was amazing! One of the top museum tours I have done anywhere in the world. Her knowledge and in depth analysis was eye opening. She was an expert guiding me through the museum and answering all my questions in a patient manner. Highly recommend Van Gogh Masterclass

Laurie

19 November 2024

Very knowledgeable. Quite informative. Wide variety of different types of subjects! Thank you!Great choice

Cecilia🇵🇷 Puerto Rico

18 November 2024

A very good experience visiting the Rijksmuseum Museum with Anna. She was very knowledgeable in the arts and many told stories explaining each painting. We get to see all the highlights of the museum. Very recommended. Getting to know Rijksmuseum highlights

Ellen🇺🇸 United States

5 November 2024

Our tour of Amsterdam with Anna was a highlight of our 12 days in Europe. We'd booked a Viking River Cruise, starting in Amsterdam, cruising the Rhine through Germany and France, and ending in Basel, Switzerland. We booked an extension in Amsterdam, and set up a private tour with Anna. In the time leading up to our trip, my husband experienced some mobility challenges, which required a slower pace and being able to sit periodically. Anna rolled with the new circumstances and accommodated the situation, without compromising the quality of the walking tour. She knows Amsterdam inside and out, and we felt like we got key glimpses into the history of the city, as she talked about specific events and buildings in the various districts we walked through. We experienced the city in a more in-depth way than we would have in a tour group, that is certain. Anna's interest in the subject, and the personal attention she showed, made a big difference to our experience! We had two favorite parts of the tour, first, the lovely district known as the Canal Ring, a half-moon-shaped network of canals with beautifully preserved homes, buildings and businesses, it's truly a special place. The deep sense of history, beauty and devoted care shown in this district is a standout in our travels. If we come back to Amsterdam, I'd love to find a place to stay in this area. It feels both homey, and historic, it's a living, breathing, still vital place. Loved this part of the tour! Our other favorite was the Rijksmuseum, which Anna expertly guided us through. My husband is not a "museum guy," so we wanted to see some highlights, but not get too bogged down. Anna had a lively delivery style and seemed personally engaged with the artists she highlighted, including Rembrandt and Vermeer. I do love art and museums, so my eye was catching a number of things on various walls that she wasn't highlighting. To my delight, everything I asked about, she had a whole background on, and insightful details to offer. I was impressed with the depth of knowledge she has, off the cuff, it made the day really stand out. This tour was a true highlight of our trip! It was authentic, Anna was flexible to our needs, interested in our experience, and I loved her intelligence and witty, dry sense of humor. This is one tour that will last in our memories, thank you Anna! A Stand-Out Personal Tour!

Pheadra

1 November 2024

Anna was great, providing a unique perspective of Amsterdam's independent artists scene and shopping the 9 streets. A Unique Perspective of Amsterdam

Rebecca

28 October 2024

Anna was a wonderful, knowledgeable and accommodating guide. Such good English and knowledge of the city. I wish I could have spent a whole day seeing the beautiful sights and learning the interesting history of Amsterdam. I would highly recommend Anna to everyone!Great Tour

Jeffrey🇺🇸 United States

26 October 2024

Anna was an excellent choice for exploring the city. She had an in-depth knowledge of the history, arts and architecture of Amsterdam. She had a spirited and engaging personality that kept us stimulated and engaged throughout our tour.Fun in Amsterdam

Sam🇺🇸 United States

14 October 2024

I enjoyed my time with Anna so much! You can tell she really loves and understands the art which made it easy to listen to her. She was also quite funny, the very best! 10/10Artsy Tour Guide

Martin🇬🇧 United Kingdom

13 October 2024

My wife and I enjoyed an amazing 3 hours walking around Amsterdam with Anna. Anna was so knowledgeable of the history of this amazing city, I came away knowing so much more about Dutch history, which was perfect. The tour was amazing and we never felt rushed at anytime during our tour. If we come back to Amsterdam again, we will certainly be booking another tour with Anna. Amazing walking tour of with Anna

Simone

6 October 2024

We hebben bij fantastisch weer een heerlijke wandeling mogen maken door de Jordaan met Anna. Zij heeft ons hele leuke plekjes laten zien, waar je als toerist zo nooit komt. Ook dingen waar ze ons opmerkzaam voor gemaakt heeft, zouden we zo nooit met onze ogen gezien hebben. Ze heeft zich snel aan ons aangepast, we zijn niet zo die mensen die veel vragen. Het was voor ons precies goed en kunnen haar van harte aanbevelen 🌻De Jordaan

Robynn

2 October 2024

We spent 2.5 hours with Anna at the Rijks yesterday. Although the era of the art in the Rijks was not our favorite we knew we needed some help to make it relatable. Anna, as a cultural expert, art historian and modern woman made these 2.5 hours fly by with her ability to make the religious art come alive with her references to modern culture and a common sense approach to the possible explanations behind the artistic expression. We had a great experience and would highly recommend Anna. Making 15th century art fun

Sam

1 October 2024

Anna is knowledgeable, experienced and a good communicator. We learned a lot and enjoyed the tour that she gave us. A good exprrience

Dan🇺🇸 United States

3 September 2024

A wonderful tour of the Riks! Anna’s knowledge made the artwork stand out and come to life. We learned a great deal and developed a much deeper appreciation for the history of the Riks and its art.

Alexandra🇩🇪 Germany

1 September 2024

An einem Cafe mitten in der gut besuchten City trafen wir Anna und die Tour mit ihr startete sogleich durch. Zielsicher führte sie uns aus dem Gewühl in die ruhigen Bereiche von Amsterdam und erzählte uns interessante Geschichten und Anekdoten um die Entstehung von Amsterdam und den Grachten. Wir besuchten einen Flohmarkt, bummelten durch die tollen Gassen von Amsterdam und machten eine schöne Pause in einem Cafe, mit einem schönen Aussenbereich auf einer Brücke, bei der wir den Erzählungen von Anna bei einem Cafe lauschten. Neben diversen Fotostopps und einem tollen Besuch in einer der besten Pralinengeschäften von Amsterdam, zeigte uns Anna auch die bunte Vielfalt der Stadt. Der Ausflug mit Anna war einfach wundervoll. Vielen Dank für diesen wunderschönen Tag!Ein wunderschöner Tag in Amsterdam

Ted🇺🇸 United States

31 August 2024

Anna was accommodating, informative and fun. Her English was excellent. Thank you:-)Excellent

Bruce 🇺🇸 United States

30 August 2024

I was very impressed with Anna's knowledge and her choice of painting reviews with our time constraints. The background history of the artists ie family hx and personal hx was right on. She was extremely patient and has a great sense of humor and demeanor. I highly recommend her. She is a great asset to your company. Bruce

Dayna🇺🇸 United States

13 August 2024

Never used a guide in a museum before, but we were so thrilled with our experience with Anna, I can’t imagine doing it without one again. Anna met us on time at the designated meeting place which was very easy to find. She got our tickets for us and entrance was a breeze, she even helped us secure our belongings in a locker. Anna was extremely knowledgeable and shared so much information with us as we navigating the extremely crowded museum to all the highlights like no one was there. We only had a couple of hours to spend there and she really made perfect use of the time hitting all the important works, explaining the timeline and sprinkling in lots of interesting information and stories along the way. Anna was charming and the experience was both entertaining and education.Great way to tour a museum!

Bryce🇦🇺 Australia

9 August 2024

Anna was friendly and knows her city very well. The tour evolved as we went according to our interests. Anna was engaging and made the tour very interesting. She also made recommendations for us to do ourselves which we did the following day. Knowledgeable

Bradley🇺🇸 United States

24 July 2024

Anna was great. She was on time, she was very knowledgable and was able to answer all of our questions. She knew her way around all of the city and knew seemingly every corner. Very informative and Knowledgable

Marc🇺🇸 United States

24 July 2024

Excellent introduction to Amsterdam with Anna. We arranged the tour for our first evening in the city. We enjoyed Anna and her sense of humor, knowledge, perspective and laid back vibe. Thank you Anna for starting our stay in Amsterdam out right !Thank you Anna

Stephanie🇺🇸 United States

13 July 2024

We had a wonderful museum tour with Anna. She was engaging and enjoyable to talk with from the first minute. Her knowledge of the interplay between art, culture, religion and history really enriched our visit. Anna was very accommodating to my elderly parents, and we all learned so much from her. I highly recommend Anna! Do not hesitate to book a tour with her! Wonderful Tour!!

Simon🇦🇺 Australia

5 July 2024

Anna is an excellent guide for the Van Gogh museum. Very interesting and entertaining.Our whole family really enjoyed it.Brilliant tour

Richard🇨🇦 Canada

17 June 2024

Had a great tour seeing the main sites of Amsterdam with Anna.Great tour in Amsterdam

Randall

13 June 2024

The tour started on time at the Cobra Cafe. Mrs Shamaal walks with a cane and Anna made arrangements with museum staff to use the street level lift. As a registered guide she guided us through the galleries oftentimes attracting other patrons straining to overhear her insights. Clearly the Rijksmuseum is to large to see in week let alone in a morning so we focused on the evolition from religious sponsored paintings to those desired by the burgeoning merchant class. We soon found ourselves at the gallery of honor. Anna was able to compare and contrast the styles and choice of subject matter of the masters in a meaningful way. She is a popular guide with a charming smile well booked in advance.Rijksmuseum Highlights

Noora🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia

3 June 2024

Anna was a great guide, she was very knowledgeable, organized and flexible! Would definitely book her again for other types of tours!Amsterdam!

Nicholas🇬🇧 United Kingdom

21 May 2024

I recently had the pleasure of embarking on a bike tour of Amsterdam, and it turned out to be one of the most informative and enjoyable experiences I’ve had in the city. From the moment we started, it was clear that this tour was designed to offer a perfect blend of education and entertainment. Despite covering a lot of ground, it never felt rushed. Anna was adept at navigating through the city’s busy streets and ensuring the group stayed together and safe. Overall, this bike tour was a fantastic way to explore Amsterdam. . The combination of a knowledgeable Anna, a well-planned route, and the sheer joy of cycling through one of the most bike-friendly cities in the world made this tour a highlight of my visit. Whether you're a history buff, a casual traveler, or someone looking to experience the city from a unique perspective, this bike tour is highly recommendedBike Tour

Mary🇿🇦 South Africa

20 May 2024

Anna was a charming, interesting and knowledgeable guide. She gave us unusual insights into the works in the museum and left us wanting to explore more. She pitched her tour perfectly, with humour and unusual content. Can't recommend her more highly. Charming Guide