Private tour in Amsterdam Monique S
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Monique S.
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Nice to meet you! My name is Monique and I’m a true Dutchy. My grandfather even came from a family of famous tulip traders. I grew up close to Amsterdam and fell in love with the city as a child. I moved here 25 years ago, and it’s still my favorite place in the world. And after 11 years of guiding I could walk through the city blindfolded, but I still love to discover new things and be amazed by the beauty. With a background in journalism, I’ve always been curious about people, history, art and the stories behind what we see. That’s exactly what I love about being a guide: bringing the streets with cobblestones, canal houses, monuments and paintings to life through fascinating stories, surprising anecdotes and the little details. Art is one of my greatest passions, and the Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum are among my favorite places to guide. I have extensive experience in both museums and love introducing visitors to their extraordinary collections. From Rembrandt’s masterpieces and the fascinating world of the Dutch Golden Age to the remarkable life and paintings of Vincent Van Gogh. My tours go beyond simply admiring famous works of art. I enjoy sharing the stories of the artists, the people they painted, and the world they lived in, helping you see the paintings in a whole new way. Another subject which is close to my heart is Amsterdam’s Jewish history, including the Second World War and the story of Anne Frank. It’s an essential part of understanding the city and its people, and a history I’ve spent many years exploring and sharing with visitors. Of course, there’s also the wonderful city itself! Whether we’re wandering along the picturesque canals, exploring the charming Jordaan and Nine Little Streets, discovering Amsterdam’s rich history and architecture, or visiting its famous landmarks and hidden gems, I love showing you the city through the eyes of a local. After years of guiding private tours, I’ve learned that every guest is different. Some visitors love to dive deeply into history and art, while others prefer a relaxed introduction to the highlights, a little shopping, a lovely café or an enjoyable day exploring with their children. I love both! What matters most to me is creating an experience that suits your interests, curiosity and pace. You’re very welcome to tell me what you’d love to see or experience, even if it’s not mentioned among my tours. I look forward to meeting you! My credentials: * 11 years of experience as a tour guide in Amsterdam * Bachelor’s degree in Journalism * Official guide at the Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum * Licensed to guide in Amsterdam * Registered with the Dutch Chamber of Commerce
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As someone that grew up in the area, I know how close to Amsterdam you can find a park full of old windmills. It is my pleasure to take you to this special spot that I've loved since I was a child. I will take you into the old mills and tell you all about them. You will finally understand why The Netherlands is so famous for them and how important they've been for the country. Next to that we'll taste some real Dutch cheese and see how the wooden shoes are made. For children there is also some old fashioned Dutch candy. Prepare for a small adventure outside of the city. If you would like to do this tour with more people, that is no problem. Just contact me. There will only be extra costs for the transport and access to the windmills.
Monique was such a great guide for our family. We loved this tour into the history of the Netherlands. How windmills worked and what early times were all about in this amazing place. Just a short train ride from the center of Amsterdam, but a world away. Monique was smart, engaging and so knowledgeable. What an amazing day. Highly recommended.
Monique was wonderful. She's incredibly informative while entertaining at the same time. We had a great time learning about the Zaanse Schans area while getting to try yummy chocolate & stroopwaffles. Everything went very smoothly through the entire tour.
This was our 2nd tour with Monique. It's a must do when visiting Amsterdam. Because this is a private tour, Monique took us there via train. The village is beautiful and strictly maintained. You will learn the history of the village and the windmills as well as the current use of the windmills. We got to see inside two of the several still-working windmills and learn how they still function today. The clog making demonstration was fun to watch as well! Thank you Monique!
Monique was so fantastic. We had the absolute best day with her. Everything was seamless from pick up, to tram, train, guided walking around and in the Windmills and then back into the city center. We are a family of 4 ( 2 kids 10 and 12) and she kept them engaged and taught them so many things. I highly recommend Monique and her tours. Thank you Monique for our favourite day of our vacation. I will definitely recommend to all my clients and friends.
My family and I thoroughly enjoyed this tour and Monique was the perfect guide! While on the train from Amsterdam, Monique gave us some background information and answered all of our questions. We visited two windmills and Monique introduced us to the millers who spend a good amount of time talking to us. The cheese tasting and clog making demonstration were a bonus! Monique is a terrific guide and lovely, lovely person and we highly recommend her and this tour!
Monique was an excellent guide who provided a fantastic tour of Zaanse Schans and the windmills of the Netherlands. Getting to see the inside workings of several different windmills was an unexpected surprise. We enjoyed tasting the stroopwafels, Dutch chocolate and cheese. We also enjoyed the train ride to Zaandijk. Monique's knowledge of the history of the Netherlands was vast and we enjoyed hearing her stories. By the end of the tour, we felt we had become good friends.
For this tour I will pick you up from your hotel and from there we'll go with a private driver to the Zaanse Schans. We walk past the picturesque wooden houses, see one of the first windmills and watch how wooden shoes (clogs) are made. Then there is time to taste cheese, Dutch chocolate and my favorite: Stroopwafels (cookies). The Windmills are pretty from the outside, but especially interesting on the inside. We visit a mill that makes paint and a mill that can saw wood. After this there is time for some souvenir shopping and/or a cup of coffee before we go back to Amsterdam.
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A private driver will takes in a car which is suitable for the group size. Usually this is a six seater.
Piet Heinkade, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Netherlands
I can meet you at your hotel or cruise port if this one is located in the centre of Amsterdam.
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