Looking for a private guide in Amsterdam? Our local guides are personable, passionate and knowledgeable.
We will give you an in-depth Amsterdam experience.
Making your time in Amsterdam a meaningful time
We take you where our city’s fascinating history meets daily life – personal, insightful and away from the crowds.
Meet your Amsterdam private guide
Eva
Co-founder, owner and private guide (oprichter, eigenaar en privégids)
Hi, I’m Eva, anthropologist and teacher of social sciences. Since 2010 I have been involved in several projects around sustainability and social development. Once I realized I prefer going beyond ‘ready-made jobs’, I started creating my own variations, one of them being Amsterdam Odyssey.
What I love about Amsterdam Odyssey is that everything I value, comes together.
I have a passion for the city I was born and raised in. I enjoy sharing my extensive knowledge and enthusiasm with others, and I love involving people in the society around them, connecting them with each other and their surroundings.
Paola
Private guide (guide privé, guida privata)
Hi, I’m Paola, art historian or should I say art-addict… Guiding is my passion and my full-time job. Since I moved to Amsterdam in 2014, I’m so lucky to spend every day in her wonderful museums – the best ‘offices’ you could ask for!
I’ve been to the Van Gogh Museum and the Rijksmuseum countless times, and yet I’m still so excited to show my guests their amazing treasures and share the captivating stories behind their artworks.
My tours are based on my in-depth knowledge of art and history, but don’t think of them as a boring stream of information. I make them educational, personable, and fun too!
That’s why I immediately embraced the philosophy of Amsterdam Odyssey of creating meaningful tours tailored to your wishes.
Huibert
Private guide (privater Reiseführer, privégids)
Hi, I’m Huibert. I studied history and graphic design.
I walk, cycle, boat and canoe people through Amsterdam since 2003, telling tales from beyond the obvious about everything connected with Amsterdam.
I like to surprise people and Amsterdam is full of surprises. Storytelling is a great way to make a connection between people and places.
Amsterdam is unique and so is Amsterdam Odyssey. Eva and Hanneke started this great concept and it suits me like a glove.
By creating custom based tours you never stop exploring!
Diana
Private guide (guía privado)
Hi! I’m Diana, a guide in Amsterdam and throughout the Netherlands, and I consider myself truly fortunate – my work is also my passion.
I love sharing the history, art, and everyday life of this remarkable city and country with people from all over the world.
I’m passionate about the small details, both on the streets and in museums, that make Amsterdam so special.
For me, guiding is not just about showing places; it’s about creating connections, telling inspiring stories, and helping visitors experience the Netherlands in an authentic, warm, and memorable way.
The people I meet inspire me, and I love sharing what I know and care deeply about.
If you’d like to explore Amsterdam – and beyond – through a personal and heartfelt perspective, Amsterdam Odyssey offers a truly welcoming and personal experience.
Carolina
Private guide (guía privado)
Hello! My name is Carolina, and I’m a tour guide with more than 20 years of experience in the travel industry.
Guiding visitors through Amsterdam and Haarlem isn’t just my profession — it’s my passion!
I love being around people, sharing stories, connecting through history, and creating truly memorable experiences.
I offer a variety of tours tailored to different interests: bike tours, food tours, Rijksmuseum visits, as well as boat and walking tours in both Haarlem and Amsterdam.
Whether we’re exploring charming canals, tasting local bites, or uncovering hidden gems, my goal is to make every guest feel welcome, inspired, and genuinely connected to these beautiful cities.
Ewald
Private guide (privégids)
Hi, my name is Ewald. Storytelling and giving meaning to history and culture are my main passions.
I started tour guiding in 2002 while I was enrolled at the University of Amsterdam. After graduating in Tourism and Geography, I worked and traveled around the globe.
In the meantime, I always returned home to Amsterdam and continued guiding tours here.
As soon as I discovered the fun and depth of guiding in art museums, I knew I did not have to look any further.
To me, highlighting the uniqueness of Van Gogh, Rembrandt and other Dutch Masters brings out the best of storytelling.
Art helps me to appreciate aesthetics everywhere and always. The history of art teaches me to see everything in its unique light.
To share this passion with others, is what brought me to Amsterdam Odyssey.
What makes us authentic
People come first
First, we take careful account of your wishes. Our guides start by listening closely to what matters most to you, so that every experience is shaped around your interests and curiosity. Only when we understand what you are looking for can we create an experience that truly befits you.
Last-minute change of plans? No problem – flexible is our middle name. We know the city inside out, and we take care of you from the moment we start working on your tour.
Relax and enjoy your vacation!
Be genuine
We help you understand what Amsterdam is about – what makes it a unique home for Amsterdammers and, for centuries, a source of inspiration for visitors.
We take you where the city’s fascinating history meets daily life. Our tours are insightful, inspirational and entertaining – like Amsterdam itself. Each experience is bespoke, shaped around your interests, pace and curiosity.
Local, sustainable and organic are our default settings. By taking a tour with us, you also support local entrepreneurs and initiatives. You help make Amsterdam even better!
Do what you love, and do it well
We strongly believe that encounters are most valuable when they are personal, immersive and enriching.
Empathy and genuine connection are key to a meaningful travel experience.
This is why the team we have gathered consists only of professional, passionate and knowledgeable local guides.
We all have strong academic or professional backgrounds in history, art history, social sciences and tourism – and, equally important, the ability to bring stories to life.
Connecting you with Amsterdam
We love connecting you with our city and ourselves. And most importantly: we are dedicated to giving you the best time in Amsterdam!
Our guides are not only knowledgeable, they are expert storytellers. They bring Amsterdam’s history and culture to life, weaving together anecdotes, historical context, and personal insights.
To make the experience even more engaging, we often support the stories with additional material such as historic photos, maps, and archival documents, helping you visualize the past while walking through the city.
This combination of narrative and visual context makes every tour immersive and memorable.
Amsterdam: a multicultural city
Amsterdam is one of the most multicultural cities in the world, with people from over 180 countries living here.
Our team of private guides reflects that diversity: many of us have multicultural backgrounds and a wide range of experiences.
Languages of the private guides
We speak fluent English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, and of course Dutch, ensuring that every story is clear, engaging, and tailored to your language and pace.
This allows us to connect with visitors from around the globe and bring the city’s rich history and vibrant culture to life in a way that feels personal and natural.