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Bill's Bike Tour Amsterdam - Culture, Liberalism & Tolerance

5.0(28 reviews)Amsterdam, NetherlandsOperated by Bill's Bike Tour
  • Duration3 hours
  • GroupShared · max 12
  • TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
  • LanguagesEnglish
  • BookingInstant confirmation

About this activity

Hi friends!

A very warm welcome. You found the ultimate Amsterdam biking experience! In this unique bike tour you escape the crowded city center. You will explore Amsterdam through the eyes of your local hero Pim (Bill in English) and his adorable mini poodle Herman.

Without a doubt this is the quintessential Amsterdam bike tour and it is designed to fully immerse you in Dutch culture and the local Amsterdam's biking scene. Bill has selected a beautiful and safe route through the back streets of Amsterdam.

Bill and Herman will take you through their neighborhood on a magical journey! They will show you the hidden gems, revealing the secrets of Amsterdam. You will see a windmill, house boats, explore a beautiful park and navigate a secret canal district. We even take a ferry and discover an abandoned shipping wharf plastered with pop-up art and graffiti.

Join this one-of-a-kind bike tour and let Bill and Herman take you for a spin. Hop on and join the ride!

What to expect

3 hours15 stopsShared tourMax 12 travellers
  1. 10 minutes

    The smallest hotel in Europe of the 20th century.

  2. 10 minutes

    The biggest piece on public display in Europe of famous New York artist Keith Haring, painted on the wall of the former depot of the Stedelijk Museum.

  3. 10 minutes

    At windmill the Cornflower Bill will explain everything about draining the lands, land reclamation and how a quarter of the Netherlands (the Lowlands) is below sea level.

  4. Tony's Chocolonely Superstore

    Oudebrugsteeg 15, Amsterdam, 1012 JN, The Netherlands

    15 minutes

    Chocolate tasting at the former location of Tony’s Chocolonely, the company that upset the global chocolate industry by introducing a slave free chocalate bar produced without the use of child labor.

  5. Gashouder

    Klonneplein 1 1014 DD Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands

    10 minutes

    The most exquisite night club in Amsterdam, located in a former gas factory, where famous DJs like Armin van Buuren, Hardwell, Afrojack, Tiësto, DonDiablo and Martin Garrix had their big break through.

  6. Prinseneiland

    Galgenstraat, Amsterdam, The Netherlands

    10 minutes

    A secret canal district where you will experience the full glory of the canal system in Amsterdam away from the tourist crowds in the city center.

  7. 5 minutes

    Medieval entrance gate into Amsterdam from the direction of the city of Haarlem.

  8. Houthavens

    Amsterdam, The Netherlands

    10 minutes

    The former lumber port, recently reclaimed for new housing development. A sustainble, dynamic and beautiful neighborhood, showcasing the ongoing process of land reclamation.

  9. 5 minutes

    Adjacent to Pontsteiger Pier and overlooking the River IJ, this contemporary hotel in a square arch-shaped building is 3 km from the Anne Frank House and 4 km from the Rijksmuseum.

  10. 30 minutes

    We make a short stop for a snack and a drink in the hippest bar in Amsterdam. This is a luxury container bar with a gravel beach looking over the IJ river with a unique vibe.

  11. NDSM Wharf

    Amsterdam, The Netherlands

    30 minutes

    Undisputedly the best kept secret hidden gem in Amsterdam, just one quick ferry ride across the river IJ. Here you will see loads of graffiti and pop-up art from local artists.

  12. Pass by

    The Veronica Ship in Amsterdam North is the inspiration of the famous movie Pirate Radio

  13. Museum Het Schip

    Oostzaanstraat 45, Amsterdam, 1013 WG, The Netherlands

    10 minutes

    Iconic 1923 apartment complex with a museum highlighting Amsterdam School Architecture, which greatly inspired the famous Barcelona architect Antoni Gaudí.

  14. West Pacific Westergasfabriek

    8-10 Haarlemmerweg, Amsterdam, The Netherlands

    15 minutes

    We conclude the tour at cafe Pacific, Bill's favorite bar in Amsterdam. We share a drink, stories and make new friends!

  15. 10 minutes

    The most scenic wooden draw bridges in Amsterdam.

Pickup & meeting point

There is no pickup — all travellers meet at the start point.

Start

All tours start and finish under the water tower in front of Café Amsterdam. Please navigate to Waterspiegelplein 10 and walk to the water tower. In case you come by taxi or Uber, please SHOW the address to the driver.

End / drop-off

All tours start and finish under the water tower in front of Café Amsterdam. Please navigate to Waterspiegelplein 10 and walk to the water tower. In case you come by taxi or Uber, please SHOW the address to the driver.

What's included

Included

  • Tips, tricks and recommendations for your stay in Amsterdam
  • Transfer by ferry
  • Photos and videos of the tour
  • A small chocolate treat
  • Use of bicycle

Not included

  • Feel free to bring your own water and non-alcoholic drinks to stay refreshed during the tour.

Good to know

Accessibility & suitability

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Traveller requirements

  • Minimum 1 traveller per booking
  • Maximum 12 travellers per booking
  • At least one adult must be included in the booking
  • Age bands: Infant (12–14), Adult (15–90)

Languages

Guide
English

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 1+ days before100% refund
  • 0–1 days before0% refund
  • This experience requires good weather. If it's cancelled due to poor weather, you'll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it's cancelled because the minimum isn't met, you'll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Important booking information

Booking cut-off
Bookings close 1 hour before the activity starts.
Confirmation
Confirmed immediately after booking.
Tickets
One per booking
Local time zone
Europe/Amsterdam
Product code
214787P4

What you'll be asked when booking

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Traveller reviews

5.0/ 528 reviews
  • 528

Ratings aggregated from Viator (11) and Tripadvisor (17).

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