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- German
- English
Step into the 17th century and uncover the urban planning miracle that transformed a swamp into the wealthiest city on Earth. This immersive walking tour takes you beyond the picturesque facades of Amsterdam's UNESCO-listed canal belt to reveal the raw ambition, brilliant engineering, and hidden social fabric of the Dutch Golden Age. From the industrial origins of the Brouwersgracht to the palatial estates of the Golden Bend, you will discover how a pragmatic merchant class weaponized water to build a global empire.
- A 2.9 km self-guided tour with 8 stops over 115 min
- Ideal for travelers interested in Urbanism, Infrastructure & Innovation and History & Memory
- Immersively told in a podcast style by experts and locals
- Matching audio content, AI guide and navigation through the app
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
From Amsterdam's main station, take local public transport toward the intersection of Brouwersgracht and Herengracht. Get off at the nearest stop and walk to Herengracht 1, Amsterdam. Check the current local connection on the day of travel.
From Seven Bridges View Point at the corner of Herengracht and Reguliersgracht, walk to the nearest public transport stop and travel back to Amsterdam's main station. Check the current local connection on the day of travel.
Itinerary
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1
The starting point of the 1613 canal expansion, illustrating the transition from industrial breweries to grand residential canals.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Huis Bartolotti
A spectacular Renaissance mansion showcasing the extreme ambition and ostentatious display of wealth of the Golden Age.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Westerkerk Amsterdam
The iconic Protestant church built for the wealthy canal belt residents, and the final resting place of Rembrandt.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
49 Little Streets (Negen Straatjes)
The artisan cross-streets designed to support the wealthy merchants, revealing the practical urban planning of the canal ring.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
A row of four magnificent houses illustrating the shift towards classical, symmetrical architecture favored by the elite.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6De Krijtberg - Sint Franciscus Xaveriuskerk
A Neo-Gothic church standing on the site of a 17th-century hidden Catholic church, revealing the complex reality of religious tolerance.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7De Gouden Bocht
The most prestigious stretch of the canal, featuring double-wide plots and massive city palaces of the wealthiest regents.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8Seven Bridges View Point
The perfect visual conclusion, showcasing the sheer scale and engineering beauty of the canal network.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- 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.
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.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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