3 reasons you should choose a private guide for your trip to Amsterdam, The Netherlands and beyond

If you have limited time and still want to see as much as possible in Amsterdam, the rest of the country and even Belgium or border areas of Germany, getting a private guide is the best way to go. Why? Here are just 3 reasons to consider one.

 1.    Personal attention. Your personal tour guide will ensure that you see the main attractions, hear the unique stories, and much more – all tailored to you and your group’s interests and preferences. You can ask your guide many different questions on an array of topics (history, architecture, culture, food, etc.), and not only will they tell you the answer, but they will also help you experience it (if possible)! How and where did Rembrandt study and practice drawing the human body? Where is the best vegan restaurant within walking distance of my hotel? Your private guide will be able to tell you or take you there. Your guide will be able to advise…much more personal attention than Google maps or search!

2.    Saves you time. As you can imagine, seeing the sights of Amsterdam and surrounding areas require a lot of walking, cycling or other forms of transport. But when you’re on a tight schedule, using a private guide can save hours of time (and energy!) because they know exactly where to go – including by passing along a lot of the cool things to see on the way. Little squares, great architecture, a poffertjes place, and more. Private guiding companies can also (often) reduce the time you spend waiting in line by booking tickets in advance so you don’t waste much time or miss out, such as with the popular Anne Frank House, or seeing the famous Van Eyck painting in St. Bavo Cathedral in Ghent. In short, private guides can save you a lot of time and hassle of navigating and figuring things out on your own. 

3.    Get an insider’s view. You may think you don't need a private guide, but you will miss out on some great insider experiences if you don't. Which bars and restaurants do the locals eat and spend time at in Amsterdam Noord for instance? Where is the best, quaint local market on a Sunday in the Jordaan, or the hippest live music venue? Your guide can tell or show you. Getting a private guide is a great way to get off the beaten path and see the city from a different perspective. That’s because private guides know the best sights and hidden gems and can show you parts of the city you maybe wouldn't find on your own - particularly the private guides of Toms Travel Tours!

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