Free Tour of the Historic Center of Amsterdam

Overview of the tour in Amsterdam

get to know the heart of Amsterdam with an archaeologist!

I'll tell you all about the history of the city center. You'll get a full picture of why Amsterdam is shaped the way it is today as you walk through the oldest part of the city. I will answer all your questions as we walk through some of the most iconic areas and at the same time you will be entertained by many of the anecdotes about centuries past. The tour is like walking with a friend who knows a lot about the area.

Here are some of the topics we will touch on/places we will see along the way:
Founding of the city
Jewish Quarter
Clandestine Churches
17th Century/East India Company
Canal construction and city architecture
Typical Dutch food

At the end I will give you a list with a series of recommendations that include places of interest and museums mentioned throughout the tour, as well as great places to eat, drink and party. For each of these recommendations you will have a direct link, either to buy your ticket or to find out the location of the place.

i look forward to seeing you!

On arrival

I will be next to the monument on Dam Square with a red and black scarf.

Things to note

Always check the weather in Amsterdam, you never know when it is going to rain and rain is no reason for the tour to be cancelled. There are no restroom stops on the route, it is best to go to the restroom before the tour.

A minimum of 4 people over 18 years old is required for the tour. It is recommended to be at the meeting point at least 10 minutes before the tour starts. Reservations are guaranteed until the tour starts, after which your place may be reassigned to another person if you have not informed us in advance of your delay.

Groups larger than four people, even if booked separately, will only be given the option to take the tour with one payment method (10 euros per person).

If you would like a private tour, please contact me to discuss options.

Please cancel your reservation if for any reason you cannot make the tour in order to free up space.

Free Cancellation

You are free to cancel a booking anytime. We kindly remind you to cancel bookings you cannot arrive for. Being reported as absent decreases your customer level points and the benefits you can enjoy.