Amsterdam Highlights Walking Tour Discount Tickets

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Overview

Discover the stories behind Amsterdam’s canals on a 2-hour walking tour with a local guide. From leaning houses to the city’s smallest house, explore the sights and details that give the Dutch capital its distinctive character. Meet your guide beneath the red umbrella in front of Centraal Station, then follow a route through historic streets, across bridges and alongside canal locks. Learn how the Dutch East India Company shaped Amsterdam’s trading past, and visit the Jewish Quarter to hear about the city’s darker years under Nazi occupation. Along the way, get a local perspective on modern Amsterdam—its open-minded culture, everyday life and enduring appeal—to understand the city beyond its postcard views.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Your tour starts in front of the clock at Centraal Station. Look for the red umbrella!

End Point

End point

The tour finishes at Dam Square

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Centraal Station
Start your journey at Centraal Station, the perfect launchpad for exploring the city’s storied past.
Duration: 20 mins
2. Jodenbuurt
Hear the poignant tales of Amsterdam's Jewish Quarter, Jodenbuurt, as you delve into the stories of legendary figures like philosopher Baruch Spinoza and diarist Anne Frank. Learn about their lives and legacies, and how they played pivotal roles in shaping the history and culture of the Jewish community in Amsterdam. Your guide will share personal anecdotes and historical context, bringing these influential figures and their enduring impact on Jodenbuurt to life.
Duration: 20 mins
3. Het Kleinste Huis van Amsterdam
Discover the city’s smallest house, and hear the quirky tales that make Amsterdam’s architecture so unique.
Duration: 20 mins
4. Learn about the Dutch East India Company, and how Amsterdam became one of the world’s richest cities during the Golden Age.
Duration: 20 mins
5. Oude Kerk
Discover the awe-inspiring Oude Kerk, a stunning example of Gothic architecture located at the entrance of the Red Light District in Amsterdam. Learn about the church's historical and cultural significance as your expert guide shares fascinating insights into its connection with the bustling district. Hear stories of the merchants who once frequented the area and the complex history of prostitution that has shaped this iconic landmark over the centuries.
Duration: 20 mins
6. Dam Square
Start your adventure at Dam Square, the heart of Amsterdam's historic city center. As you step into this bustling square, feel the vibrant energy of street performers, explore unique shops, and admire the grandeur of iconic landmarks such as the Royal Palace and the National Monument. Soak in the diverse architecture and uncover the rich history that has shaped Dam Square into a central hub of culture and activity in Amsterdam.
Duration: 20 mins

Inclusion

Local guide

Exclusion

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

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Supplied by SANDEMANs Tours - Amsterdam

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