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Discover local history and legends as told through the most important and beautiful churches in Amsterdam. Visit Westerkerk and the Basilica of Saint Nicholas, and see the Oude Church. Extended option: visit the Nieuwe Kerk.
Choose one of our excellent tour options tailored to your needs and interests. Read the description of the options carefully as each option includes a different program.
2-hour: Westerkerk & Basilica of St. Nicholas
Choose this tour to visit the Westerkerk and the Basilica of Saint Nicholas, and see highlights of the Old Town, such as the Royal Palace, Oude Kerk and Nieuwe Kerk (exteriors).
3-hour: Westerkerk, Basilica & Nieuwe Kerk
Choose this tour to visit the Nieuwe Kerk, Westerkerk and Basilica of Saint Nicholas, and see highlights of the Old Town, such as the Royal Palace and Oude Kerk
Present-day Amsterdam is known as a multicultural and secular city, its many churches have played an important part in local history and culture since the early Middle Ages
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meet your guide next to the Anne Frank Monument, Westermarkt 74, 1016 DL Amsterdam, Netherlands
Itinerary
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1Anne Frank Monument
Meet your guide next to the Anne Frank Monument, Westermarkt 74, 1016 DL Amsterdam, Netherlands
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Westerkerk
Westerkerk, a 17th century Renaissance church known for its iconic 85-meter church tower, the stunning Doeschot organ, and the remembrance stone to Rembrandt. As you explore its tranquil interior, your Private Guide will share with you Anne Frank’s memories of this church. You will also learn more general information about the history of religion in the Netherlands.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included -
3Amsterdam
Enjoy live commentary as you stroll through the Old Town and see landmarks such as the exteriors of the Nieuwe Kerk, the Royal Palace, and The Oude Kerk, which is the oldest building in Amsterdam.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4St. Nicholas Basilica
Finally, you will reach the Basilica of St. Nicholas, which is the city’s only basilica. Its interiors will astonish you with beautiful neo-Baroque and neo-Renaissance elements, sculptures, paintings and other works of art. It’s a great place to visit to learn about the crown of Maximilian I, which is a symbol seen throughout Amsterdam.
40 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Nieuwe Kerk
It is one of the most important churches in all of the Netherlands, as it is used for Dutch royal investiture ceremonies. Apart from being used for royal events, the church also hosts cultural events and art exhibitions. Skip-the-line tickets are included for your convenience.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please note that the number of attractions depends on the selected option. Tickets to Nieuwe Kerk are not included in the basic 2-hour tour.
- Guided tours inside the churches during masses and scheduled events are limited. If entry is not possible, the guide will provide all information outside.
- Westerkerk is open for visitors Monday to Saturday from 11am to 3pm.
- The Basilica of Saint Nicholas is open for visitors Monday to Saturday from 12 pm to 5pm
- Skip-the-line tickets to New Church (Nieuwe Kerk) grant you immediate entry at your booked time, without waiting in line at the ticket office. Admission includes the ongoing exhibition.
- In Amsterdam, the rule is that a licensed guide can show a group of 1-15 people, so the price of the tour will be higher if you need more than 1 guide. For 16-30 people we will provide service of 2 licensed guides. For 31-45 people we will provide service of 3 licensed guides
- Please check your tour the day before the tour for important information.
- Due to city regulations, guided tours are not allowed to pass through the Red Light District, so you will see the Oude Kerk from a nearby street.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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