Private tour in Amsterdam Jolijn K
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Jolijn K.
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Hi, I'm Jolijn — and honestly, being a guide never really felt like a job to me. It started with a simple love: the kind of curiosity that makes you stop in front of a painting and wonder about the person who made it, or pause on a canal bridge just to take it all in. What I love most isn't the monuments or the museums themselves — it's the moment when a traveller sees something for the first time and their eyes light up. That exchange, that new connection between a person and a place (and between two people who just met!) — that's what gets me out of bed in the morning. I grew up with a deep passion for art history and the stories behind the things we see every day. Amsterdam is full of them — hidden in its canal houses, its courtyards, its Golden Age masterpieces. I love making those stories feel alive and personal, not like a textbook. But here's the thing: a great day out isn't about rushing from highlight to highlight. It's about finding your pace, following your curiosity, and maybe ending up somewhere neither of us expected. I'm relaxed, flexible, and genuinely enjoy the conversation along the way — whether you want to go deep into Rembrandt's technique or just want to know where the locals actually eat lunch. Think of it less as a guided tour, and more as a day out in Amsterdam with a friend who happens to know a lot about the city — and can't wait to introduce it to you. *Official Art Valuer. *Officially registered with Chamber of Commerce Tourism . *Amsterdam permit tours in Centre and red light district *license guest guide rijksmuseum *Professional Dutch Driving Licence *Friend member Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh museum
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Enjoy a leisurely walk through the heart of Amsterdam’s historic city centre, and discovering charming neighbourhoods that have remained untouched by mass tourism. This is where the city truly comes alive, beyond the well-known paths. Along the way, I will share the fascinating story of Amsterdam’s past while showing you its most iconic highlights, such as the Rembrandt House, the Royal Palace, the famous canals and the Red Light District. Experience Amsterdam like a local: learn about its rich history, gain insight into the Dutch way of life, and truly feel the spirit of the city.
Jolijn's tour was the perfect way to kick off our trip in Amsterdam, absolutely amazing from start to finish! She showed us everything and encouraged us to ask questions the whole way through, which made the experience feel interactive and fun rather than just a lecture. On top of the tour itself, she gave us a huge list of places to check out afterward. We loved every minute and can't recommend Jolijn enough for anyone starting their trip in Amsterdam!!!
Our day with Jolijn was the perfect introduction to a fascinating city and culture. She set an energetic, but appropriate pace, providing a thorough education on what it is like to be an "Amsterdamer." We ended the day feeling like we really "knew" Amsterdam.Thank you Jolijn!
We had a wonderful tour with Jolijn. She is extremely friendly and is knowledgeable about Amsterdam, its history, people, shopping and food. We recommend her without reservation!!
The tour of Amsterdam with Jolijn was delightful. She gave us the historical and geographic background of the city and showed us many areas of interest. She is personable and engaging, and answered all our questions. We had several other tours while in France, Belgium, and the Netherlands and hers was the best of all. Five stars isn’t really enough!
Jolijn was perfect! She knows her history and related it in very easy to understand English and with humor. Our time with her ended far too quickly.
This was an amazing walking tour of Amsterdam. Jolijn is very friendly, super knowledgeable and has a vibrant personality. We walked all over the city and Jolijn told us stories and the history of the surrounding areas and buildings. We learned so much and never would have been able to see so many things in such a short time. She answered all of our question’s and helped us get acclimated to the area and how to get around, the little nuances every tourist should know about the city. It was a perfect start to our Amsterdam vacation. Highly recommend Jolijn’s tour.
I will meet you at the place of your choice. We will discover the city by walking in nice charming area's yet undiscovered by mass tourism and see the highlights the city has to offer. Canals Dam square Royal palace Red light district Jewish quarter Diamond factory Rembrandt house We can finish the tour at the place of your choice in Amsterdam.
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