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Anne Frank, Holocaust and Jewish History Museum Private Tour
Discover what happened to Anne Frank and other Jewish children in the Nazi-occupied Amsterdam. Explore the former Jewish Quarter with your History Expert Guide.
Full Description
Many visitors to the Anne Frank House leave with a deep curiosity about Jewish history and the Holocaust, and with Rosotravel, you can explore Amsterdam’s Jewish Quarter with a Private Guide who brings these stories to life. Walk through historic streets, hear powerful accounts of resilience and loss, and see landmarks that keep the memory alive!
Book a 3-hour private walking tour of Amsterdam’s Jewish Quarter to discover sites linked to Jewish history and World War II. This is an excellent way to deepen your understanding after visiting the Anne Frank House (tickets not included). Follow your guide to the Anne Frank statue near the Westerkerk, the same church Anne saw from her hiding place. Nearby, see the Homomonument, a tribute to LGBT victims of Nazi persecution.
Walk to the square outside the Royal Palace, where the National Monument honors the victims of WWII. In the former Jewish neighborhood, learn how the Portuguese Synagogue safeguarded Jewish relics during the war. See the National Holocaust Names Monument, where thousands of names are etched in memory. Visit the Auschwitz Monument and the Jewish Deaf Victims Memorial, near the former Reformed Kweekschool, which played a key role in rescuing Jewish children.
Choose the 4-hour option to include private transportation. Enjoy a 1-hour round-trip transfer with pickup and drop-off at your accommodation, making it easy to arrive on time. Travel in a comfortable private vehicle with a driver dedicated to your group, avoiding the stress of public transport or overpriced taxis.
Select the 5.5-hour option to visit the Jewish Historical Museum and Portuguese Synagogue during your guided tour. Skip-the-line tickets allow you to step inside without waiting, giving you more time to explore. The museum offers deep insights into Jewish traditions, history, and the impact of Nazi persecution, making this an essential stop for those wanting to learn more.
Upgrade to the 6.5-hour option for private transportation with the 5.5-hour tour. This ensures a seamless experience, with timely arrivals for your scheduled visits to the Jewish Historical Museum and Portuguese Synagogue. Let a private driver handle the logistics while you focus on this moving journey through history.
Highlights
- Explore Amsterdam’s Jewish Quarter and Old Town with a Local History Expert-Guide
- Hear the true story of Anne Frank and her famous diary
- See several monuments to the victims of WWII and Holocaust
- Visit the Jewish Historical Museum and the Portuguese Synagogue (5.5 and 6.5-hour options only)
- Enjoy private transportation with pickup and drop-off at your accommodation (4 and 6.5-hour options only)
Inclusions and Exclusions
Know Before You Go
- Check your email the day before the tour for important details from Rosotravel, your tour operator.
- The itinerary depends on the selected option.
- Skip-the-line tickets for the Jewish Museum let you bypass the ticket office, but not the entrance line. Admission covers the permanent collection.
- The Portuguese Synagogue is closed on Saturdays and Jewish holidays.
- The walking tour begins near the Anne Frank House Museum. Tickets can be purchased separately online or on-site. The museum is open daily from 9 AM to 8 PM, so we recommend booking an afternoon tour to give yourself enough time to explore the museum in the morning.
- The 4- and 6.5-hour options include an estimated 1-hour round-trip transfer, depending on traffic and distance. A standard car (sedan) will be arranged for 1-4 people and a larger van for 5+. Groups of 8+ will be split into 2 (or more) vehicles.
- In Amsterdam, 1 guide leads up to 15 people. We’ll arrange 2 guides for 16-30 guests and 3 guides for 31-45 guests.
Cancellation Policy
Standard cancellation policy with tiered refunds based on cancellation time.
- 100% Refund — Cancel up to 24 hours before the activity and receive a full refund.
This experience requires good weather. If canceled due to bad weather, a full refund will be provided.
Itinerary
Meet your guide next to the Anne Frank Monument, Westermarkt 74, 1016 DL Amsterdam, Netherlands.
Explore Amsterdam’s Jewish neighborhood and see sites related to the history of Jewish people and World War II. This walking tour is a great addition to a visit to the Anne Frank House Museum (tickets are not included) as it will broaden your knowledge of the Holocaust and life in Nazi-occupied Netherlands. You will pass the Anne Frank statue in front of the Westerkerk, the beautiful church that she saw from the attic while hiding from the Nazis. Nearby you will also see the Homonment with a pink triangle, which was a sign used by Nazis to oppress LGBT people.
‘The Diary of a Young Girl’ is well known worldwide, but sadly it is a common story among the Jewish people. Follow your Private Guide to the square outside the Royal Palace to see the National Monument dedicated to the victims of WWII.
Stroll through the former Jewish neighborhood and hear the story of how the Portuguese Synagogue was used to house the Jewish relics of deported Jews. The guide will take you to the National Holocaust Names Monument were you can find thousands names of the victims of the Nazi regime.
You will also see the Monument to the Jewish Deaf Victims and the Monument to Auschwitz Victims near the former Reformed Kweekschool, which played a significant role in the rescue of hundreds of Jewish children from the war.
The museum’s permanent exhibition also focuses on the persecution of Jews during the Nazi regime so it will match your interest in the subject.
Visit the Jewish Historical Museum and Portuguese Synagogue during your guided tour of the Amsterdam Jewish Quarter. Skip-the-line tickets to both attractions are included so you will not waste time in long queues. This extended tour is a great way to learn more about Jewish history, religion and culture. Part of the museum’s permanent exhibition also focuses on the persecution of Jews during the Nazi regime so it will match your interest in the subject.
Enjoy the convenient pickup and drop-off service with the 5,5-hour walking tour. Private transfers between the meeting point and your accommodation are included to make it easier to join the tour. There are timed slots for entering the Jewish Historical Museum and Portuguese Synagogue, so booking this transport service is recommended to avoid being late.
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