Otto

The Double Dutch Man

  • I live in Amsterdam
  • I speak English, Nederlands
  • Verified Local host
  • Response time less than 15 hours

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Otto

Otto loves telling crazy stories about the dutch and his hometown Amsterdam. He has over 7 years of guiding experience and his storytelling even got published by CuriosityStream. And yes, he is perhaps the most Dutch Dutchman where all the stereotypes are based on… He is tall, has blonde hair and blue eyes and owns a total of six bikes. Next to that, Otto grew up on one of the last remaining Dutch “Terpen”. This is a small hill that floods in winter, so it turned into an island once a year! He went to the big city of Amsterdam to study and now knows Amsterdam as well as his old tiny island. Now when he is not reading books about Amsterdam’s history, or busy researching the human mind in his studies of psychology, he loves to connect with travellers from around the globe!

  • I live in Amsterdam
  • I speak English, Nederlands
  • Verified Local host
  • Response time less than 15 hours

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Reviews

Andrew
17 January 2025
My wife and I recently had the pleasure of taking a private two-hour food tour with Otto in the neighborhood near the Begijnhof, and it was an absolute highlight of our trip to Amsterdam. Otto went above and beyond to tailor the experience to our dietary preferences and interests, making us feel like the tour was truly crafted just for us. From the start, Otto was personable, funny, and incredibly knowledgeable about Amsterdam’s history and culinary traditions. His passion for the city and its food scene was infectious, and his easy-going demeanor made the tour feel like an afternoon spent with a friend. Since we had expressed a desire to limit carbohydrates and weren’t overly enthusiastic about candy, Otto made thoughtful adjustments to the typical group itinerary. He selected stops that offered a fantastic variety of local specialties and even included a coffee shop café in honor of our background in the coffee business. Over the course of the tour, we visited seven unique stops, each offering something delicious and memorable: • Fresh raw herring and smoked eel: The smoked eel was hands down the star of the tour—unbelievably flavorful and a perfect taste of Dutch tradition. • Pea soup at a pub: Hearty, comforting, and quintessentially Dutch. • Brazilian café for coffee and Pão de Queijo: As coffee enthusiasts, we loved this unexpected stop. The cheese bread bites were warm and delightful. • Local Dutch Gouda cheese: A must-try and perfectly curated by Otto. • Peppernuts: A crunchy, spiced treat that gave us a taste of the Netherlands’ love for seasonal flavors. • Stroopwafel: Though we’re not big on sweets, this was an undeniable classic. Throughout the tour, Otto seamlessly wove in fascinating tidbits about Amsterdam’s history, from its humble beginnings to its vibrant present. His storytelling added so much depth to the experience, making it more than just a food tour—it was a cultural deep dive. He pointed out small, easy to miss things, like brass bricks laid in honor of Jewish families who were taken and murdered in concentration camps. Another thing we appreciated was how resourceful Otto was in helping us plan the rest of our day. After the tour, he gave us excellent recommendations for unique things to do in the area, which we eagerly took advantage of. This was a completely different experience from what you’d get in a group setting. Otto’s ability to adapt the tour to our preferences, his deep knowledge, and his genuine love for connecting with guests made this one of the best tours we’ve taken. If you’re looking for a personalized and enriching way to experience Amsterdam’s food and culture, do yourself a favor and hire Otto. You won’t regret it!Otto’s Private Amsterdam Food Tour
Jessica
19 October 2024
10/10 highly recommend this tour with Otto. It was fun, educational, and an overall good time. We will definitely be booking another tour with Otto when we return to Amsterdam. Thanks, Otto! Amsterdam + Otto = great time
Jill
13 October 2024
We had a wonderful personalized tour! We covered many topics including the general history, social history, recreational marijuana and psychedelic truffle history and legalization. He took us to pubs and little eateries to try the local herring, hot food dispensers, and local shops that were perfect for our tastes. Thank you for the wonderful welcome to Amsterdam!Highly recommend
Unknown
21 July 2024
Zoe took over because Otto wasn't available. He was very communicative about being unavailable, and she was so great. She took care of our little Emmy and was just perfect all around. Thank you!A wonderful backup
Brandon
10 July 2024
My friends and I booked two tours with Otto in Amsterdam and we had a blast! He was very knowledgeable and broke away from the tours itinerary on occasion to give us some tips or some history about the locations we passed by. Highly recommend him to anyone who wants to experience Amsterdam through the eyes of a passionate local that loves his city!Experiencing True Amsterdam
Ashley
15 January 2024
Otto was attentive and communicating from the time I booked. He even met me earlier! Great history, new facts and interesting sights. I thoroughly recommend!Wonderful experience
M
10 September 2023
Otto was awesome! I booked 2 tours on 2 separate nights. He was great, knowledgeable, and entertaining.
Matt
29 April 2023
An amazing day with THE best local guide one could experience in visiting Amsterdam. Otto was super knowledgeable about his city and made it personable , enjoyable and not to mention entertaining. He hit on the highlights with historical commentary to know the why behind it with great stops along the way. If you book a guide in Amsterdam, Otto is your man! Absolutely Amazing!
Molly Lynn
24 December 2022
Sharyl
31 August 2022
Otto very nice to be with. Shared indonesian food with us and a secret garden. New history of the 1970's of amsterdam. Short tour and wish it would have been longer to see more of the dark side of amsterdamRed light

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