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Discover the remarkable story of Amsterdam's Royal Palace, from the world's grandest 17th-century city hall to the ceremonial palace of the Dutch monarchy. We begin outside, exploring its imposing neoclassical architecture and the ideals it was built to embody. Inside, you'll visit the former Tribunal and the breathtaking Citizens' Hall, where magnificent 17th-century marble sculptures and rich symbolism proclaimed Amsterdam's wealth, justice, and civic pride. You’ll also encounter the Batavian and biblical paintings, created after the Dutch victory in the Eighty Years' War, which reflect the stories and ideals that had inspired resistance and perseverance during the struggle for independence. The tour concludes in the former municipal offices, later transformed into elegant royal bedrooms and reception rooms, where the original 17th-century marble sculptures stand alongside royal furnishings, revealing the building's remarkable evolution from city hall to palace.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
In front of the Royal Palace, at the golden balcony.
Itinerary
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1Royal Palace Amsterdam
Amsterdam’s Royal Palace is one of the city’s most important 17th-century landmarks and a masterpiece of Dutch classicism. Originally built as the city hall of Amsterdam during its Golden Age, it was designed to reflect the power, wealth, and ambition of a thriving republic. Today, it serves as an official ceremonial palace of the Dutch monarchy and is open to visitors as a museum when not in use for state occasions. Inside, its vast marble interiors, monumental halls, and historic artworks offer a rare glimpse into both civic governance and royal ceremony, all under one roof.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Not recommended for people who can't stand and walk for 1,5 hours. Wheelchairs are not available on location.
- Assistance dogs, on a lead and wearing a harness, are welcome in the Palace.
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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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