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Dive into the history of Leiden during this immersive, private tour through the historical city of the Pilgrim Father, master painter Rembrandt van Rijn and the oldest university of The Netherlands. Feel the Dutch Golden Age, and get to know the role of the remarkable city of Leiden in Dutch history. The city is not an open-air museum, it is also an attractive, young and vibrant place!
You will get to know the ins and outs of Leiden like no other. You might know more than the average local afterwards, believe it or not!
And do not forget, it is you that determines the pace of this private tour! And don't hesitate to ask your guide anything you want to know, about life in the Netherlands in general, or in Leiden in particular. Enjoy!
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Our guide will be waiting for you on Beestenmarkt square, in front of the McDonald's. It is a central location and it is easy to find. You won't start with a hamburger.
Itinerary
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1
Your guide will meet you in front of station Leiden Centraal. Form here, the private tour will commence. Have fun!
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
The first thing you will see during the tour is the famous Morspoort, one of the oldest entrances to the city.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Molen de Put
We will walk past the iconic 17th century windmill Molen de Put. This is a typical landmark for Leiden. Your guide will tell you all about it!
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
This square is named after the famous Dutch master Rembrandt van Rijn, who used to live in Leiden. Let's find out more about it.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
We will see the Stadsgehoorzaal, as we are walking on the Breestraat. This is a much used concert hall. If it is open, you can visit the inside afterwards.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Pieterskerk Leiden
We cannot miss the Pieterskerk of course, the most famous church of Leiden. You will learn more about its history (going back to the 12th century!) and current use.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7
The old town hall of Leiden. It is an iconic building that we cannot miss during the tour. Your guide will tell you about it!
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8
We will visit the exterior of the Burcht van Leiden, an old castle used for defensive purposes in war times. It is located on top of a hill and adds to the particular character of Leiden.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
9
Near the station, we will end the tour in the Haarlemmerstraat, a very popular shopping street. From here on, you can decide if you go back, or whether you will discover Leiden further. Enjoy!
5 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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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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