Experience Amsterdam with a queer & local
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Seeing Amsterdam through a queer lens
Amsterdam is famous for its openness and progressive spirit. But the queer history of the city goes much deeper than most visitors realize.
Behind the canals and postcard views, you'll find stories of courage, activism, love, and community. Some are joyful. Some are rebellious. All of them helped shape the Amsterdam we know today.
During our queer tours in Amsterdam, we share these stories in the places where they happened. Sometimes that means standing in front of a famous monument. Sometimes it means discovering a quiet alley that hides an incredible story. In some of our queer tours, you even find yourself at a one-of-a-kind coffee shop or dancing in a queer nocturnal staple of Amsterdam to deepen the story.
Our guides also bring their own experiences into the tour. That is what makes every walk or biking experience feel personal and real.
One thing is certain: you'll see the city differently after this tour.
The story of LGBTOUR Amsterdam
LGBTOUR started with Sanne Pols
LGBTOUR Amsterdam began with Sanne Pols, a storyteller who strives to transmit Amsterdam's queer history by guiding visitors and locals alike through our city's LGBTQ+ history. She has contributed to preserving feminist, lesbian, gay, bi, trans, and queer archives in this manner since 2017.
What started as one person sharing personal stories burgeoned into a small collective of queer guides. Each guide brings their own specialties, experiences, perspectives, and favorite stories about Amsterdam.
We believe history becomes more meaningful when it's told by the people who live it. Our tours are not lectures, though; they are conversations, walks through the city, and moments of connection between travelers and locals.
Our goal is simple. We want every guest to feel welcome, curious, and inspired.
Explore with us!
Our queer tours in Amsterdam
There are many ways to explore Amsterdam with us. Each tour offers a different perspective on the city and its queer culture and some tours cater specific groups (i.e.: queer families and kids, companies).
What makes LGBTOUR Amsterdam different
There are many city tours in Amsterdam. What makes ours special is the perspective.
Our tours are guided by passionate queer locals who share personal stories alongside history and culture. That creates a different atmosphere. Guests often tell us the tour feels relaxed, open, and genuine. Expect:
Local, knowledgeable queer guides
Small groups and real conversations
Stories you won't find in guidebooks
A welcoming space for queers and allies
Plenty of laughter along the way
JT, New York City - USA
"I learned so much from this excellent tour. Sanne the guide was knowledgeable & enthusiastic, it was a pleasure to hear her speak about an inclusive history. A truly great person and a tour that is fun and not too difficult for a senior like me."
See you soon!
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Join us for a walk, a bike ride, or a night out in one of Europe's most vibrant LGBTQ+ cities.
Come for the history, stay for the stories.
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