Old & Cheesy:
Private walking tour of Gouda’s highlights
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1.5 hours
€199 per group
1 hour from Amsterdam
Join our guide for a fascinating private tour through quaint Gouda. The old city is known for much more than its delicacies. Come and see for yourself! You can combine this tour with a cheese or stroopwafel tasting.
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Included
- All taxes
- Private guide
- 1.5-hour private walking tour
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities for the guide (optional)
- Pick-up and drop-off (can be booked separately)
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Tour description
Discover Gouda on a private walking tour created for curious travelers who want more than surface-level sightseeing. With your own knowledgeable local guide, you explore the historic center at a relaxed pace, with a focus on stories, context, and the details most visitors overlook.
Gouda is world-famous for its cheese, but its true character lies in its medieval streets, canals, churches, and centuries of trade, craftsmanship, and religion. Along the way, your guide connects key landmarks to the people and events that shaped the city, making Gouda’s history clear, engaging, and easy to follow.
The walk takes place entirely in the compact historic center, ideal for a comfortable and in-depth stroll. Because this is a private tour, the route, pace, and emphasis can be adjusted to your interests. The tour normally lasts about 1.5 hours, but flexibility is part of the experience.
This private walking tour is the best way to truly understand Gouda, whether you are visiting for the first time or returning to discover the city with deeper insight.
How to book?
Click on Check availability to view real-time availability of this tour and book it directly, with instant confirmation.
If you want to start your tour at a time that is not listed, you can add a comment to your booking.
Tour highlights
⛪Walk around the longest (!) church in the Netherlands
🔔When you’re lucky, you’ll see the carillon clock on the town hall in action
🧀Be amazed at Gouda’s 1668 cheese weighing house, where you can still buy and taste cheese
Tour details
Price
€199 per group.
Duration
The tour takes about 1.5 hours.
Meeting point
Meet your guide in front of the Weighing House on the market square (see map). Or tell us where you want to start!
Max. group size
Maximum 15 people per guide.
Different meeting point, bigger group, museum visit, or something else? Get in touch for a custom tour or add a comment to your booking.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to book my private tour in advance?
The earlier you book, the better. Online bookings close 24 hours before departure.
For last minute tours in the Netherlands, you can always call, text or WhatsApp us at +31 6 46 52 69 11.
Can my tour start at a different time than the ones listed?
Yes. We offer flexible start times for all private walking tours. Add your preferred time in the booking comments or contact us directly and we will adjust the schedule for you.
Can I change the meeting point of my tour?
Yes. As long as it is within the city center, you can choose your own meeting point. If you prefer to begin at your hotel, a restaurant or another central location, simply add it as a comment during your booking and we will make sure our guide meets you there.
You can also contact us if you forgot to add a comment to your booking.
Can I be picked up and dropped off in another city?
Yes. We offer paid pick-up and drop-off within roughly 100 km or 62 mi from the tour location. You can add this to your booking before check-out. Or book it separately here.
(Amsterdam always falls within that range).
For longer distances, please contact us for a quote.
In which languages are the tours available?
We offer our tours in English, Dutch, German, French, Spanish and Italian.
How can I pay for my tour?
You can pay securely online through the Check Availability button using Apple/Google Pay, credit or debit card, Sofort, iDeal or Bancontact.
All prices are listed in euros, but your bank automatically converts the amount to your local currency during checkout.
Are gratuities included in the price?
No. The tour price does not include a gratuity for your guide. Tips are never required, but are always kindly appreciated.
What is the group size for a private tour?
You book the guide for your group only. We do not combine you with other travelers.
For the best experience, we advise a maximum of 15 participants per guide.
Is the tour suitable for seniors or guests with limited mobility?
Yes. Our private tours can be adapted to any pace and we can stick to a flat route in all cities.
Can children join the tour?
Absolutely. Private tours are ideal for families. We adjust the pace and storytelling for younger guests.
If my tour includes two or three cities, which city do we start in?
You can choose the starting city yourself during the booking process. You can also contact us afterwards if you want to change it.
Do the tours run in bad weather?
Yes. Our private tours run rain or shine. If rain is expected, bring an umbrella or raincoat. If you prefer not to walk in rainy conditions, you can cancel up to 24 hours before the start time.
What is your cancellation policy?
You can cancel your private tour free of charge up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time.
(For some tours, this would be 48 hours. If that is the case, it is mentioned on the tour page on this website.)
What if I am not satisfied with my tour?
We want you to enjoy your visit. If you were not satisfied, let us know and you will receive a refund.
External costs such as transport, food and museum tickets are excluded.
And of course we always appreciate feedback to improve future tours.
Do you offer gift cards?
Yes. You can buy a digital gift card for any amount here. The recipient can redeem it for any of the tours found on discover-delft.com, discover-the-hague.com and hollandcitytours.com.
I have another question.
For any other questions, do not hesitate to contact us.
You can email info@hollandcitytours.com or call or WhatsApp +31 6 46 52 69 11. We respond quickly.
