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Private Tour from Amsterdam: Historical Leiden

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Overview

This tour aims to give you a peak into the live of a normal dutchman. We will take you away from the tourist traps and crowds of Amsterdam and take you to one of the most cosy and pleasant cities in the Netherlands, Leiden. Leiden has been described as the better version of Amsterdam, with its majestic canals, friendly people, rich history and bustling city live. Leiden offers a chance to peak into the true side of the Netherlands and experience the cosiness of the Dutch people while being surrounded by over 450 years of history. Hopefully, at the end of your tour, you will understand an old quote from Einstein: "Leiden, that delightful little place of earth."

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Our guide will be waiting for you at the front entrance to Amsterdam central station holding a sign with your name.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Dutch-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Amsterdam Centraal

We start by visiting the grand Amsterdam central station and looking into the lesser known history of the area before taking the train to Leiden.

Duration: 10 mins

2. Lammermarkt

Once in Leiden we go over to Lammermarkt to view an historic windmill in the middle of the city and look into the history of windmills in the Netherlands.

Duration: 10 mins

3. Boerhaavelaan

Walking though the alleyways of the city we will look for some hidden murals depicting the scientific and cultural importance of the city.

Duration: 30 mins

4. Hooglandse Kerk

We stop at a grand gothic style church and have a look into its mysterious and impressive history.

Duration: 20 mins

5. Grand Cafe de Burcht

We climb a hill to get to one of the oldest buildings in the city, the old keep. Here we will experience history first hand while taking in a nice view of the city.

Duration: 30 mins

6. Aalmarkt 21

We dive into the history of the Netherlands and the pivotal role Leiden played in the creation of the country while we visit this historic building with its rich traditions.

Duration: 15 mins

7. Van der Werfpark

Time for a break. We sit down in a nice park with an explosive past to eat our lunch. The lunch will be in the form of a picknick if weather permits. The food will be in a typical Dutch style.

Duration: 1 mins

8. Kamerlingh Onnes Building

We walk past one of the most important scientific buildings in the Netherlands where many nobel prizes where earned.

9. Pieterskerk Leiden

Once you step inside this giant gothic church you will be greeted with a beautifully decorated church. The Pieterskerk has a rich history to show us, both inside and outside.

Duration: 30 mins

10. Hortus Botanicus Leiden

We go into a 18 centaury botanical garden. Visit its rooms that simulate foreign climates and end up at the old observatory.

Duration: 60 mins

11. Old Observatory Leiden

We visit the old observatory and its controversial conception. Entrance into its domes with the telescopes is possible when availability allows, for an extra fee.

Duration: 20 mins

12. Molen de Put

Before we go back to Amsterdam we take a dive into the artistic heritage of Leiden by visiting the birthplace of Rembrandt van Rijn and its favourite painting spot.

Inclusion

Bottled water

Entry tickets Pieterskerk

Train tickets

Entry tickets Botanical gardens

Snacks

Lunch

Cancellation Policy

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

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have dietary requirements. Please indicate it to the special requirements at the time of booking.

Not recommended for travellers who have trouble walking

Supplied by Matthijs Goedings