In just one hour, our guide will take you on this budget tour past all the must-see sights in the city center. The Vondelpark, the canals… our guide will point out the most beautiful spots and give you plenty of time to enjoy the sights and take photos—without lengthy explanations or long stops. Want to really understand Amsterdam and learn, for example, how the canals came to be? Then opt for the 2-hour bike tour.
When should you choose the 1-hour tour?
- Perfect for a tight schedule – finished in just one hour
- Experience Amsterdam by bike, with a guide
- Plenty of time to enjoy yourself and take photos
- See all the must-see sights in the city center in one go
- A friendly guide will show you the way
- No long stories or lengthy stops
- Enjoy Amsterdam on a budget
Our local guides will take you on a unique bike tour of Amsterdam, passing by must-see sights such as:
- The world-famous canals
- The Nieuwmarkt
- The Jordaan
- The lush Vondelpark
- The Museumplein
- The glamorous Magere Brug and the Amstel River
Duration: 1 hour Distance: 7 km Level: beginners with basic cycling skills
Prices:
All ages: € 16.50
Children 0–6 (child seat): € 4.95
Upgrade to e-bike: € 5
What’s included in this guided bike tour?
A stroopwafel! A friendly local guide and a lightweight bike equipped with both a rear brake and a hand brake.
Language
English or Dutch – guides are always available.
German and French – upon request.
Departure
Daily at 4:00 PM. We depart when >3 participants book the same time slot.
Route
The Amsterdam Essentials bike tour begins at Amsterdam’s oldest continuously inhabited square, right in the heart of what we locals affectionately call “Mokum.”
We’ll start with a brief explanation of your bike and the most important traffic rules, so everyone can cycle safely and comfortably. When you book this tour, you’ll explore Amsterdam with a small family-run business that’s deeply rooted in the city. We started out here with bike tours through the city, making this experience truly unique! We’ll take it easy and begin with a ride past some beautiful 17th-century canal-side houses.
Next, we’ll cycle to Nieuwmarkt, a beautiful square on the edge of the Red Light District. From there, we’ll cycle past the Portuguese Synagogue and Waterlooplein to the world-famous Magere Brug. After enjoying the stunning view of Amsterdam from here, we’ll cycle along the canals to Museumplein. In the city’s museum district, the guide will show you the most important museums. You’ll receive tips on which collections to visit.
We’ll pass the luxury boutiques and antique shops along the chic P.C. Hooftstraat and meander through the canals until we reach the beautiful Vondelpark—perhaps Amsterdam’s most famous green space. There’s so much to see here that it could easily be a tour in its own right, full of fascinating stories.
Next, we head via Leidseplein and the Jordaan to our final stop, De Torensluis. Here, the guide will tell you everything you need to know about the beautiful canal-side houses. You’ll be challenged to spot one of the narrowest houses in the city!
Starting and ending point of this tour
Nieuwezijds Kolk 29, Amsterdam (a 5-minute walk from Amsterdam Central Station)
We kindly ask you to check in at the counter 15 minutes before departure.