Private Anne Frank Walking Tour

Book this top tour as rated by TripAdvisor and visit many of the city’s sights of the World War II

Private Anne Frank Walking Tour

Book this top tour as rated by TripAdvisor and visit many of the city’s sights of the World War II

Private Anna Frank Walking Tour

Walk through Amsterdam with a professional guide who shows you Amsterdam during the second world war, through the eyes of Anne Frank. The tour goes from the Jewish Quarter to Anne Frank’s House, for the complete storyline of these dark days.

Description

Travel back to the dark days of World War II on a 2-hour walking tour of Amsterdam, and learn what life was like following the occupation of the Netherlands by the Germans in 1940-1945 and how Anne Frank became an icon of the brutality of suppression. Hear the story about her diary and how it came to be published by her father Otto Frank.

Meet your guide close to Waterloo Square. Stroll past monuments and buildings still marked by traces of war. Your guide will bring the history to life, giving you a sense of how the city’s citizens behaved during the occupation, and how they moved around in times of horror.

Learn why the Dutch tried to co-exist with the occupying army, and how the Dutch behaved towards the Jews of Amsterdam like Anne Frank. Hear about several important events, such as the February Strike and Winter of Hunger.

Visit the Jewish neighborhood, with its Portuguese synagoge and museum, the Hollandsche schouwburg, and the head office of the Jewish counsel. Discover locations the Dutch resistance offered as secret hiding places to families like the Franks. The tour ends at Anne Frank’s House, admission is not included.

Ideal for fans of European history, the tour also gives an insight into how the Jewish community lived, survived and still thrive in Amsterdam.
This Anne Frank Walking Tour does NOT include an admission to Anne Frank’s House. The tour starts close to Waterloo Square and ends next to Anne Frank House/Museum, again, we do NOT enter the house. However if you still feel like visiting the Anne Frank House, please retrieve this ticket at the official website of the Anne Frank House (annefrank.org), with a timeslote at least 2 hours after the starting time of this walking tour.

Please note that our tours have different meeting points depending on the language you wish to book it.

Inclusions
  • Professional Tour Guide in your chosen language.
Not included
  • Entrance to the Anne Frank House is NOT included.
  • Gratuities for the guide.
  • Food and beverage.
Practical information

Duration: 2 hours

Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the departure of the tour or buy your tickets online in advance.

Meeting point

Please note that our tours have different meeting points depending on the language you wish to book it.

Anne Frank Walking Tours in Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, French, Dutch and German start in front of the Portuguese Synagogue, Mr. Visserplein 3, 1011 RD Amsterdam.

The Anne Frank Walking Tours in English start in front of the Jewish Museum, Nieuwe Amstelstraat 1, 1011 PL Amsterdam.

Cancellation policy

You can reschedule free of charge if you notify us at least 24 hours before the scheduled start time. There are no refunds on cancellations made within 24 hours before the tour starts. If you booked through a booking platform, you must reschedule directly with them.

THE ANNE FRANK WALKING TOUR IS ALSO AVAILABLE AS A PUBLIC TOUR.
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EDUARDO TAJUELO SOBRINO
1 days ago
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Reinaldo es un excelente guia, ha relatado la historia tanto de Ana Frank como de Amsterdam con gran pasión. Y además, es una persona muy amable
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Eleonora Dal Santo
1 days ago
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Abbiamo partecipato al tour a piedi di Amsterdam e del Quartiere Ebraico legato alla storia di Anna Frank con Petra ed è stata un'esperienza straordinaria. Petra è una guida incredibilmente preparata, coinvolgente e sensibile. Riuscire a raccontare una storia così toccante ed emozionante senza mai risultare pesante è un vero talento, e lei ci è riuscita alla perfezione. Ci ha fatto scoprire angoli della città ricchi di storia che da soli non avremmo mai notato, arricchendo il percorso con aneddoti precisi e un grande rispetto per il tema trattato. Consiglio questo tour a chiunque visiti Amsterdam e voglia comprendere davvero l'anima e la storia di questa città. Grazie ancora a Petra per la bellissima giornata!
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deb watson
1 days ago
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Claire has extensive knowledge of history, she made this tour very interesting and memorable. Would highly recommend.
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Donna R
2 days ago
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A journey like no orher Giovanni was absolutely fantastic. He was knowledgeable, passionate and very personable. He gave more time than planned and led us on a journey like no other. Thank you Giovanni. I would definitely recommend this tour.
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Anne J
2 days ago
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Amazing Tour Such an informative and fascinating guided tour; Daniel was an amazing tour guide - very knowledgeable, and able to answer all our questions. The small group aspect meant it was a great chance to get to know those we were walking with from all around the world, and we left so much more informed on Anne Frank and the Jewish community in Amsterdam more broadly. Thank you Daniel!
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Patricia T
2 days ago
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A top class guide Giovanni was fantastic. He has a great knowledge of the history and was so passionate and ready to share the story. I give him full marks as a guide. Was also very aware of checking in with group members. Thanks Giovanni
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Wade
2 days ago
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A brilliant experience with Giovanni, a truly passionate guide Giovanni was an excellent guide taking us through a brief history of the city along with deep knowledge and understanding of Jewish history and Anne Franke’s story. Really interesting and thought provoking. Thank you Giovanni
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Keith N
2 days ago
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A great tour with a highly knowledgeable and interactive tour guide! Giovanni was very knowledgeable and did a really great job as our guide on the tour!
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Ciosa N
2 days ago
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Fantastic!!! Giovanni was such a knowledgeable and passionate tour guide and made our time with him so enjoyable! Would highly recommend
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subish barathi
2 days ago
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It was an exceptional experience and the guide Clare was simply great and informed about the whole journey. Give her an increment! 😉
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Renata Barud
2 days ago
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Yoshi is the BEST tour guide EVER! We were expecting an Anne Frank walking tour, instead we received AN AMAZING HISTORY CLASS! It was OUTSTANDING!
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Shria Crossan
2 days ago
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Amazing tour with Yoshi, he was so knowledgeable and made the tour so interesting and informative. Had an amazing time!
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Ali Gaul
2 days ago
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Yoshi gave us such a meaningful tour. Highest recommendation possible! Memorable for ever!
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Annabel Greenbury
2 days ago
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Yoshi was amazing !! Great tour
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Dpolt
3 days ago
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Molto interessante Petra è stata molto brava! Ci ha raccontato storie molto interessanti
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3 days ago
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Todo muy bien nos gustó mucho el conocimiento de María Esther
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Alice Dominici
3 days ago
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Abbiamo appena finito il tour di Anna Frank con Petra, che è stata una guida eccezionale durante il tour che ci ha portati dalla Sinagoga Ebraica fino alla sua casa, in realtà la casa "rifugio". La sua preparazione è stata evidente fin dai primi istanti: ogni dettaglio storico è stato affrontato con precisione e chiarezza, senza mai risultare dispersivo o noioso. Petra ha saputo coinvolgere il nostro piccolo gruppo con una narrazione appassionante, rendendo viva una storia tanto importante e commovente. La sua capacità di collegare i luoghi visitati alla vita di Anna Frank e al contesto storico dell'epoca è stata davvero notevole. Inoltre, è stata attenta alle nostre domande e disponibile per approfondire ogni aspetto. Un'esperienza che consigliamo a chiunque voglia comprendere davvero la storia dietro questi luoghi, grazie a una guida preparata, empatica e coinvolgente.
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Nature the A
4 days ago
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A passionate art history tour Giovanni was prompt immediately cordial and very professional. His knowledge of the subject and his passion for this dark side of history were very palpable. He was very invested in the tour and réceptive of our comments and questions in a very supportive way. I would definitely recommend his tour.
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Lucy B
4 days ago
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An excellent and informative tour of the history of Anne Frank Our tour of Amsterdam, focusing on the Jewish history and the life of Anne Frank, was both enlightening and poignant. Nicole, our guide, brought a deep knowledge and sensitivity to the subject, allowing us to connect with the historical significance of each location. As we walked through the streets and visited key sites, her storytelling painted a vivid picture of Anne’s life and the broader context of Jewish experiences during World War II. Nicole’s thoughtful approach made the experience memorable, enhancing our understanding of this important chapter in history. An excellent tour guide. Thank you.
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Dr Carlos A
4 days ago
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Great tour! Yiwen is the best, very attentive and knowledgeable!
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