World War II Tour (Jewish Quarter) of Amsterdam

Overview of the tour in Amsterdam

On this tour, you will discover how the city of freedom welcomed with open arms two of the most important Jewish communities of the 17th century and how the Jews helped with their business vision to make Amsterdam the capital of the world during the famous Gold Dutch Century.

To do this, we will take a trip to the past, going chronologically through the places, buildings, and monuments that will help us remember what life was like in Amsterdam from 1941 to 1945.

You will visit the oldest park in the city, the headquarters of the Jewish council, the disappeared Dutch theatre, the Schaduwkade, and the Artis Zoo, and you will discover why they were all essential during the development of the occupation.

Through these visits, we will talk about how time passed in the schools, how the deportations began, and how the Dutch people showed their support through resistance.

Finally, we will finish the tour at the Monument to those who fell in Auschwitz, discovering why we can find this small tribute to the well-known concentration camp in Amsterdam.

On arrival

We will meet next to the statue of Spinoza. Look for our purple umbrella from Viaterra tours!

Things to note

A minimum of 4 people over the age of 14 is required at the meeting point for the tour to take place.
It is recommended to show up at the meeting point at least 15 minutes in advance. Your reservation is guaranteed until the start time of the tour; after that time, your place may be reassigned to another participant.

As of January 1, 2020, participants in all tours and activities of all operators in Amsterdam are subject to an “entertainment tax” of €1.50. It will be paid in cash at the meeting point before the start of the tour. Please note that this tax is not collected by Viaterra Tours nor by the independent guides operating the tour, but is transferred directly to the municipality of Amsterdam. Thanks for your understanding.

Free Cancellation

Free Cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts. Late cancellation or your non-arrival is not refundable.