You have an Amsterdam layover of 6 hours or 5 hours? Book an airport layover tour in Amsterdam with a local guide!
⭐ Trusted Amsterdam Layover Tour Guides Since 2015
Real stories from guests who turned airport time into a mouthwatering Amsterdam experience — part of the same local team known for our top-rated tours.
🇺🇸 USA
“…so I was panicking a little at first. But my layover guide in Amsterdam, Otto just smiled and said, ‘You’ll be eating apple pie in 45 minutes.’ And we were. Honestly still don’t know how he…”
🇦🇪 UAE
“…he took us to this tiny cheese shop I never would’ve found. We ended up talking about Dutch politics over jenever. Weirdly fun. My partner said it was the first time she…”
🇺🇸 USA
“…our team had a 10-hour layover in Amsterdam after a conference. Our layover tour guide in Amsterdam, Otto pulled off a food tour that felt like a mini vacation. Fries, jenever, and history — and somehow we all made our flights.”
⭐ Trusted Amsterdam Food Tour Guides Since 2015
Real stories from guests who turned airport time into a mouthwatering Amsterdam experience — part of the same local team known for our top-rated tours.
🇺🇸 USA
“…so I was panicking a little at first. But Otto just smiled and said, ‘You’ll be eating apple pie in 45 minutes.’ And we were. Honestly still don’t know how he…”
🇦🇪 UAE
“…he took us to this tiny cheese shop I never would’ve found. We ended up talking about Dutch politics over jenever. Weirdly fun. My partner said it was the first time she…”
🇺🇸 USA
“…our team had a 10-hour layover after a conference. Otto pulled off a food tour that felt like a mini vacation. Fries, jenever, and history — and somehow we all made our flights.”
Your airport layover tour guide in Amsterdam!
In the past 7 years working as a layover tour guide in Amsterdam 100’s of travellers came to me with the same problem: “They want to experience Amsterdam like a local, but only have a layover of 6 hours or 5 hours to do it.”
Otto – Local layover tour guide
The good news? Holland is tiny! Due to Amsterdam city center only being 14-minute train ride from Schiphol airport, if you have a layover of more than 6 or 5 hours you have enough time to leave the airport for a layover tour in Amsterdam and Schiphol!
You can explore the old city center and highlights like our world-famous UNESCO canals, see the royal palace, have a peak in the infamous red-light district. If you have an Amsterdam layover of 6 hours we can even see some of the best museums in Europe including the Anne Frank house and the van Gogh museum as part of this airport layover tour in Amsterdam.
But do you want to see the real Amsterdam during your layover tour?
For travelers looking to make the most of a short stay, I created Layover with a Local — a unique way to experience Amsterdam during your layover. It’s more than just a guided layover tour; it feels like a friend picking you up from the airport and giving you a personal, unforgettable tour of the city. Whether you have 5 or 6 hours, this layover tour offers the perfect opportunity to discover Amsterdam like a true local.
Instead of other layover tours in Amsterdam that simply drive you to tourist spots like the Heineken brewery or the tulip gardens, I’l give you a walking tour of Amsterdam’s hidden treasures and secret spots only the locals know about. The real Amsterdam experience!
And the best part: to prevent you from stressing and wasting time I will pick you up at the airport and take care of everything. Okay, almost everything 😉
Your Amsterdam Layover Tour in 6 Hours
Here’s what we can explore together on a layover tour while you’re between flights at Schiphol — from tasty local food and charming canals to unique stories and all the good stuff Amsterdam has to offer.
Meet you at arrivals, skip traffic with a fast train to Amsterdam.
Warm appeltaart, whipped cream, and your first real taste of the city.
Young and old Gouda, cumin, goat… maybe with a splash of wine.
If you’re curious, we’ll explore the deeper history beyond the windows.
Back at the airport, right on time — no rush, just memories.
Store your bags and grab a real Dutch espresso to reset after the flight.
Quiet streets, leaning houses, and stories from the city’s golden age.
Something spicy, rich, and full of flavor — the colonial roots of modern Dutch food.
Raw with onions — a local rite of passage (or fun to watch someone else try).
Depending on the season and your vibe: bright flowers or quiet history.
🌷 Got a Long Layover at Schiphol? Take a Windmill Tour with a Local Guide
If you’ve got a 6-hour layover or more between flights at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, skip the terminal and join me on a layover tour through the real Dutch countryside — a perfect way to experience the Netherlands.
I grew up out there — between the cow fields, canals, and windmills — so during your layover, I’ll show you the hidden gems that most tours skip. We’ll drive past tiny villages, old wooden barns, and, if it’s spring, endless fields of tulips that look almost unreal.
Did you know more than half of the Netherlands is below sea level? I’ll show you how we keep the water out, with some real-life dikes and pumping stations that make you go, “Wait, this works?”
Just the two of you? Great — I’ll bring my car. Bigger group? No worries, I’ll arrange a minibus so everyone’s comfortable during the layover tour. Either way, it’s relaxed, local, and 100% Dutch.
✅ Good to know: You’ll get airport pickup and drop-off, some local snacks, and a countryside tour that’s actually interesting (and not touristy).
Our Amsterdam layover tour guide has even been featured on American TV!
Frequently Asked Questions – Amsterdam Layover Tour
Get the answers you need to plan your private layover tour from Schiphol Airport. Here’s everything you need to know before booking your layover tour in Amsterdam!
🛂 Can I leave Schiphol Airport during my layover in Amsterdam?
⏳ How long is the train ride from Schiphol to Amsterdam?
🎒 What do I do with my luggage during the tour?
🍴 What kind of food is included in the tour?
🚶♂️ Is the layover tour a walking tour?
🛬 Will I make it back to my flight on time?
👶 Can I bring my kids?
💳 What’s included in the price?
🔁 What if I need to cancel or reschedule?
I can personalize this layover tour experience in Amsterdam and Schiphol 100% for you!
Feel free to send me a message with the requirements of you and your group!
Cultural? For example, We can spend a quick hour in the Anne frank house, Van Gogh museum or the Royal Palace, let me know and I will include one of these famous museums to our itinerary.
Adventurous? With 1 million bikes we have more bikes than people in Amsterdam, we could very well include a quick layover bike tour.
Feel free to contact me for the possibilities.
Whatsapp: +3161463564 Mail: layoverwithalocal@gmail.com
