Overview
Start your journey with the best introduction to Amsterdam. This 2.5-hour walking tour covers the main sights of the inner city. With an expert guide, you'll experience the history of this city, from its start as a muddy village on the River Amstel, to how it became the most important trading city in Europe. From the wild history of prostitution and drug decriminalization to the tragedy of Anne Frank's story and Nazi occupation. A perfect introduction to Amsterdam.
What you will be doing
We will visit the heart of Amsterdam at Dam Square where you will see The Royal Palace, The Niuewekerk or the National Monument
On the border of the Red Light District (due to the new regulations we cannot enter but we will walk close to it), there you can find the Oudekerk (The Old Church)
We will walk through the Chinese Quarter where we will find the Buddhist Temple of Amsterdam
The new market and San Antón Gate, are close to the Chinese Quarter
We will talk about the Jewish Quarter and the sad history of the World War II
At Spui Square we will visit The Begijnhof Gardens and we will talk about the Flower Market or De Krijtberg Kerk
Flower Market; The AmstelIn the Amstel, you can see the famous Houseboats of Amsterdam
Where we'll meet
🧭 Meeting/pick-up point: Beursplein 1, 1012 JW Amsterdam, Netherlands
🗺️ Instructions: Beursplein 1, 1012 JW Amsterdam, Netherlands
Things to know
Accessibility:
Pregnancy friendly
Wheelchair accessible
Pram accessible
Infant friendly
Children friendly
Service animal/dog friendly
Fitness requirement
Any fitness level
Tour Language
English
Spanish
License requirement
None
Additional information:
Wear comfortable shoes and clothes
Inclusion ✅
Tour guide
Exclusion ❌
Snack
Refreshments
About your host
Guides & toursWe start the tours with strangers, but we end it with friends. We believe that your memories are the most important part of the trip. Our team has been showing the best of the Netherlands over 10 years, and our goal is to show you the heart and soul of the country. We love to see you smiling and enjoying each part of your trip with us. Always in a friendly and responsible environment, showing you the traditions and the Dutch way of living. We want you to feel as a local during your visit to Amsterdam.
For every trip booked, Kodama Travel donates £1 to Just One Tree to restore our forests and the ocean.