Amsterdam's Colonial Past - The Untold Story - Walking Tour Discount Tickets

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Amsterdam's Colonial Past - The Untold Story - Walking Tour  photo
Amsterdam's Colonial Past - The Untold Story - Walking Tour  photo
Amsterdam's Colonial Past - The Untold Story - Walking Tour  photo

Get your discount tickets for the Beyond the Golden Age: Amsterdam's Colonial Past Walking Tour, save up to 14% !

Overview

Uncover the hidden stories behind Amsterdam's grandeur on this insightful and eye-opening walking tour. While the Dutch "Golden" Age is often celebrated for wealth, art and trade, few know the full extent of the colonial expansion, exploitation and slavery that funded it. Over the course of two hours, visit key historical sites across the city, tracing the rise of the VOC and WIC, the transatlantic slave trade, and the role of ordinary citizens in colonial enterprise. Along the way, hear stories of resistance, resilience and voices that challenged injustice. Gain a critical and balanced perspective, connecting Amsterdam's past to present-day debates around memory, identity and justice. Perfect for curious travellers, history students or anyone looking to go beyond the postcard image of the city.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Find your guide in front of Restaurant-Café In de Waag. Look for the orange umbrella!

End Point

End point

The tour ends at Dam Square.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Nieuwmarkt
The tour starts in front of Restaurant-Café In de Waag. Your guide will be holding an orange umbrella for recognition.
Duration: 15 mins
2. Oostindisch Huis
The rise of the East-India Trade
Duration: 15 mins
3. Binnengasthuisstraat
Foundation of the West-India Company.
Duration: 15 mins
4. Stadsarchief Amsterdam
NHM was a Dutch trading and financial company, established in 1824, in The Hague by King William I to promote and develop trade, shipping and agriculture.
Duration: 15 mins
5. Herengracht
The Mayor's residence has a commemorative plaque in front of he house.
Duration: 10 mins
6. De Gouden Bocht
The most prestigious and chique canal of Amsterdam; "The Golden Bend".
Duration: 5 mins
7. Singel
Resistance against slavery.
Duration: 15 mins
8. Statue of Multatuli
Abolition of slavery in Indonesia.
Duration: 10 mins
9. Royal Palace Amsterdam
The role of the Royals during colonialism.
Duration: 5 mins
10. Dam Square
National War Memorial
Duration: 15 mins

Inclusion

Live tour guide of your chosen language

2-hour in depth Colonial History of the Netherlands

Exclusion

Tips & Gratuities

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Supplied by 360 Amsterdam Tours

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