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Offered languages
- English
Duration: 3 hours
Highlights:
* You are about to book yourselves on a wonderful walking tour in Amsterdam.
* A gentle stroll with your fun and enthusiastic guide, David, to see highlights including Dam Square, lots of lovely canals, picturesque back streets, beautiful canal houses, hidden gardens, brown cafés, etc.
* Learn all about how Amsterdam went from a fishing village to a global power
*Medieval Amsterdam, the 17th-century canal ring expansion, the Jordaan, the buildings, the art, the people
* I look forward to meeting you and showing you the city I love.
Note
* The tour is for three hours, but we’ll make a stop in a wonderful cafe for refreshments/toilet break during the tour.
* I provide my guests with a list of my favourite places to eat, fantastic other places to visit and other things I like in Amsterdam.
* Every person on my tour gets a beautiful card (and envelope) I make that they can post to loved ones at home.
* You will have a safe and memorable time!
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
It is a very large white sculpture at the opposite end of Dam Square to the Royal Palace. Look for my RED UMBRELLA.
Itinerary
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1Dam Square & Damstraat
Here, we will have an introduction to Amsterdam. How the Amsterdam we see today evolve from a fishing village 750 years ago.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Nieuwe Kerk
A walk through medievil Amsterdam all the while covering all the amazing changes over the centuries.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Amsterdam
We will see all the iconic Amsterdam canals and you will discover how they were built. The 17th Century was full of change for Amsterdam and we will look at all the major events that made Amsterdam the most important city in the world.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
4The Jordaan
When the tour goes to the Jordaan, you will see this lovely part of Amsterdam. It used to be the area that housed the people who built the 1600's canal expansion. Now it is 'the village' part of Amsterdam. Lots of quiet streets and lovely places to eat or have a drink.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Old Center
We will look at old Amsterdam as we go from the Waag to Dam Square. There is lots of history and stories to be had here.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Begijnhof
One of the oldest hofjes in Amsterdam. It was originally used to house lay women who had not taken their vows to become nuns. A set of beautiful houses and a English Reformed chuch from 1607 and a Catholic chapel. A stunning piece of Amsterdam history.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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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.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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