Delft 2-Hour Walking Tour | Discover The City With A Local

4.3
(8 reviews)

2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Explore the charming city of Delft on a walking tour with a local. You’ll discover the city’s canals, picturesque corners, and cobblestone streets. Delft is a compact city, and the beautiful city centre is virtually free of cars, making it perfect for walking.During our 2-hour tour, you’ll learn about the historic relevance of Holland’s most charming town, visit the birthplace of painter Johannes Vermeer, admire the quintessential Delft Blue Pottery, and discover its connection to the Royal Family. 

What's Included

Recommendations for the city
English-speaking guide
Engaging storytelling by an experienced guide
Highlights of Delft

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet us 10 minutes before the tour starts on Markt square at the statue of Hugo de Groot. You'll recognize us by the white umbrella. Please don't message or call us if you are late, there is no catching up with the group after the start time and the guides can't be reached during the tour.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours (approximately)
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    Delft

    Discover the city of the world-famous Delft's Blue Pottery, the Girl With The Pearl Earring and hometown to important royal history. Step into the live viewing box with an expert guide, who will tell you about the city's history, what places to visit after the tour, and which tourist traps to avoid.

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • Old Church (Pass by)

    The Old Church, locally dubbed as the 'Crooked John', dates from the 13th century and towers high above the square where our tour starts.

    Admission ticket free
  • Markt (Pass by)

    120m in length and 50m wide, the Markt is one of the largest Dutch city squares. With the grand Old Church and the Town Hall on each side, it is the throbbing heart of the city. On any day, the square is loaded with cafe terraces and tons of smalll activities. However, it really comes alive during national holidays, when locals gather to enjoy live music performances, market stalls and food trucks.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    This unique landmark was originally built as a residential building, but is now used as the main office for the regional water authority. It was historically referred to as the 'House Of Bells', due to its bell-shaped flowers that grew around the porch.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair accessible
Supplied by Guided Tour Holland

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Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
City Tours
Small Group
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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