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- German
- Portuguese
- English
- French
Explore Amsterdam's poignant history during World War II on a 1-hour walking tour that traces the life of Anne Frank. Led by a knowledgeable guide, pass by significant sites from the era, including the Westerkerk, Anne Frank House and the National Monument at Dam Square. Learn about Anne’s story, her famous diary, and the experiences of Jews during the occupation. This insightful tour reveals how citizens coped with the harsh realities of war while honoring those who resisted. Ideal for history enthusiasts, this tour does not include admission to Anne Frank's House but offers a deep understanding of her legacy.
- Duration: 1 hour, starting at the Anne Frank Monument next to Westerkerk/ Anne Frank House
- Professional guide shares personal stories and historical context
- Discover key locations related to the Dutch resistance and Jewish community
- Tour concludes at the National Monument at Dam Square
- Optional Canal Cruise available
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meet your guide in front of the Anne Frank Statue at the Westermarkt. Your tour guide will be holding an orange umbrella. This is a 10-minute walk from Dam Square.
The tour ends at Dam Square.
Itinerary
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1Statue of Anne Frank
The tour starts next to the Anne Frank Statue at the Westermarkt, closeby the Anne Frank House.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Anne Frank House
Stop outside the Anne Frank House as your guide describes the Secret Annex in detail, from the hidden entrance behind the bookcase to daily life for the eight people hiding inside. In this tour we do not enter the house.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Statue of Multatuli
At the Multatuli statue, discover the writer who shook the Netherlands with Max Havelaar, his fierce critique of colonial abuse. Different times, different stories, but like Anne Frank, his words still challenge readers today.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Royal Palace Amsterdam
Pass the Royal Palace on Dam Square. When Queen Wilhelmina fled to London in 1940, her broadcasts on Radio Oranje became a lifeline for people in hiding, including the Frank family, who listened in secret from the Secret Annex.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5National Monument
Stop at the National Monument on Dam Square, the country's central memorial to the victims of the Second World War. Every year on May 4th, the Netherlands gathers here for two minutes of silence to remember those who lost their lives, including Anne Frank and more than 100,000 Dutch Jews.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- 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
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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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