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Amsterdam to Haarlem: Private & Custom Day-Trip with a Local
Amsterdam-Centrum
Important Information
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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This is a private City Unscripted experience: real people, real connections
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After booking, you'll receive a short online Personalization Form to share your interests, preferences, and must-sees. Your City Unscripted guide will personally reach out to craft a fully customized itinerary that suits your style—whether you love history, food, hidden gems, or cultural experiences.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Just outside Amsterdam, Haarlem offers a slower pace, historic architecture, quiet canals, and a local character that feels distinctly different from the capital. In around 20 minutes by train, explore a city known for its medieval streets, hidden courtyards, and artistic heritage.
With a local host, your day is shaped around your interests and pace. Spend time around Grote Markt, stroll beside Haarlem’s canals, and discover historic hofjes tucked behind centuries-old streets. Along the way, your host will share local insight and stories that bring the city’s history and everyday atmosphere to life.
Before your experience, you will complete an online personalization form so your host can d...
Highlights
5 hours
Offered in English & Dutch
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
5 hours
Offered in English & Dutch
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Online Personalization Form sent after booking to tailor your experience
2-course meal with one drink (beer, wine, or soft drink)
Private and personalized walking experience with insider tips from a passionate local
Direct communication with your host for itinerary planning and local recommendations
Return train tickets between Amsterdam and Haarlem
Additional food, drinks and tickets to any attractions
Additional Transportation (public transport may be used at an additional cost)
Gratuities (optional)
Hotel drop off
Meeting Points
Departure
STARBUCKS
This is a private walking tour. Your host will meet you at your chosen hotel, or you can select the central meeting point instead, which we recommend for the best overall experience. If your hotel isn’t listed, please choose the central landmark option. No private vehicle is included.
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Amsterdam to Haarlem: Private & Custom Day-Trip with a Local
Amsterdam-Centrum
About
Just outside Amsterdam, Haarlem offers a slower pace, historic architecture, quiet canals, and a local character that feels distinctly different from the capital. In around 20 minutes by train, explore a city known for its medieval streets, hidden courtyards, and artistic heritage.
With a local host, your day is shaped around your interests and pace. Spend time around Grote Markt, stroll beside Haarlem’s canals, and discover historic hofjes tucked behind centuries-old streets. Along the way, your host will share local insight and stories that bring the city’s history and everyday atmosphere to life.
Before your experience, you will complete an online personalization form so your host can d...
Highlights
5 hours
Offered in English & Dutch
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
5 hours
Offered in English & Dutch
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Online Personalization Form sent after booking to tailor your experience
2-course meal with one drink (beer, wine, or soft drink)
Private and personalized walking experience with insider tips from a passionate local
Direct communication with your host for itinerary planning and local recommendations
Return train tickets between Amsterdam and Haarlem
Additional food, drinks and tickets to any attractions
Additional Transportation (public transport may be used at an additional cost)
Gratuities (optional)
Hotel drop off
Meeting Points
Departure
STARBUCKS
This is a private walking tour. Your host will meet you at your chosen hotel, or you can select the central meeting point instead, which we recommend for the best overall experience. If your hotel isn’t listed, please choose the central landmark option. No private vehicle is included.
Return
Itinerary
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Haarlem
Explore Haarlem with a local host who introduces the city through its historic streets, canal-side walkways, and medieval architecture. From lively public squares to quieter residential corners, your experience is shaped around your interests and pace. Here are some highlights your host may include during your experience:
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Molen De Adriaan Museum
Pass by Molen de Adriaan, Haarlem’s reconstructed riverside windmill overlooking the Spaarne River. The landmark reflects the city’s long connection to trade, industry, and traditional Dutch engineering.
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Grote Markt
Visit Grote Markt, Haarlem’s central square, surrounded by historic buildings and the impressive Grote Kerk. The square has served as the social and commercial center of the city for centuries.
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Frans Hals Museum
Explore the streets surrounding the Frans Hals Museum, an area known for its historic buildings and artistic heritage linked to the Dutch Golden Age painter who once lived and worked in Haarlem.
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De Kleine Houtstraat
Walk along Kleine Houtstraat, one of Haarlem’s best-known streets, admired for its historic façades, independent character, and lively local atmosphere within the old city center.
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Hofje van Bakenes
Discover Hofje van Bakenes, one of the oldest hofjes in the Netherlands, dating back to the 14th century. Hidden behind quiet streets, it offers insight into Haarlem’s historic charitable communities.
