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Self-Guided Amsterdam Walk with Highlights & Hidden Gems
This is not a scavenger hunt, quiz, or game — just a thoughtfully curated walking route that blends Amsterdam’s iconic highlights with unique hidden gems.
Wander through the heart of the city on this 8.5 km self-guided walk. You'll explore 19 must-see stops, from world-famous landmarks like the Anne Frank House, the Rijksmuseum, and the Albert Cuyp Market to quiet courtyards, street art, and lesser-known museums.
What You’ll Get
After purchase, you’ll receive a PDF with:
• A written walking route
• A clickable Google Maps link for easy navigation
• Local insights and fun facts at each stop
• Handy tips and opening hours
Please purchase at least one day in advance. The PDF will be sent via WhatsApp or email.
Budget-Friendly Tip
At under €10, this is one of the most affordable and flexible ways to explore Amsterdam like a local.
️ Important
Ticket prices for museums and attractions mentioned are not included.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
In front of the Amsterdam Central Railway Station. NOTE: This is a self guided walking route, there is no guide that will meet you at this location.
You can finish the whole route of 8,5 km (about 2 to 2 hours) or finish at another location along the route: it is up to you!
Itinerary
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1Amsterdam
We won't give away all the highlights and hidden gems on this city walk. This is not a scavenger hunt, quiz, or game — just a thoughtfully curated walking route that combines Amsterdam’s iconic highlights with unique hidden gems. The best bedget friendly way to get to know Amsterdam.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Oude Kerk
What makes it truly unique is its location: right in the middle of the red-light district, creating a striking contrast between the sacred and the worldly.
15 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
3Dam Square & Damstraat
Dam Square has been the heart of Amsterdam since the 13th century. Originally, a dam was built here on the Amstel River, which is where the city gets its name.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Van Brienenhofje
The Brienenhofje is one of Amsterdam’s best-kept secrets. Hidden behind a modest façade on the Prinsengracht, it’s a peaceful oasis right in the heart of the busy city.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Amsterdam Tulip Museum
Housed in a charming canal house, this museum takes you on a journey from the Himalayas to the blooming Dutch tulip fields.
30 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
6Anne Frank House
The Anne Frank House is one of the most moving and powerful places in Amsterdam. In this hidden annex behind a canal-side warehouse on the Prinsengracht, the Frank family went into hiding during World War II to escape the Nazis.
30 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
79 Little Streets (Negen Straatjes)
The Nine Streets form a charming shopping area in the heart of the canal district, nestled between the Prinsengracht, Keizersgracht, Herengracht, and Singel canals.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8Our Lord in the Attic Museum Ons' Lieve Heer op Solder
This remarkable museum is housed in what appears to be a typical 17th-century canal house, but inside you’ll discover a hidden Catholic church on the upper floors.
15 minutes • Admission ticket not included
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- You as a customer should pay on site if you want to explore more the attractions' admission not included
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All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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Cancellation Policy
This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
You will not receive a refund if you cancel.
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