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Amsterdam 2 Hour History Walking Tour

Location Amsterdam, Netherlands, Europe
$30.04
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Overview

Step up your Amsterdam trip! On our walking tour we use history and humor to deepen your cultural understanding of Amsterdam and the Dutch, all while keeping you entertained the whole time.
While exploring hidden courtyards, iconic sights and beautiful canals we'll weave local tips, historic fact and myths together in a way that will leave you loving Amsterdam as much as we do!
Amsterdam 2 Hour History Walking Tour
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 2 hours

  • An expert local guide
  • Tips and tricks to get the most out of your Amsterdam trip
  • Discount codes for our other tours (upon request)
  • There are several stops to fill a water bottle, so make sure to bring a refillable water bottle!

Meeting point
We will meet in the office of Those Dam Boat Guys, just let the people there know you are there for the walking tour and they'll make sure you are comfortable, guide you to the toilets if needed and inform the guide that you have arrived!
Return details
We end on Dam square, 2 mins walking from where we started and where you can take all forms of transport.

  • Canal Ring (Grachtengordel)
    We start our tour in the heart of Amsterdam's world famous canal belt. Here we learn how the Dutch had to coexist with the water and how it has shaped the culture and mentality of the Netherlands throughout the ages.
  • Red Light District (De Wallen)
    The most famous neighborhood in this city and perhaps the world, discover the history, why its there, how it works and how the Dutch look at it.
  • Dam Square
    Amsterdams central and most important square, where we will explore the Dutch fight against the water and how it shaped our culture and way of thinking.
  • South Church
    Learn how and why the Dutch went from Catholic to Protestant on the beautiful and serene inner courtyard next to the church
  • Here at the start of the Jewish Quarter of Amsterdam, we will dive into the tragic fate of 10 of thousands of Jewish people who lived in Amsterdam before, and during the war as well as the disastrous hungerwinter.
  • The former Dutch East India company HQ, we will uncover how this tiny country grew into a vast empire and cornered the world trade in spices, all while in battle for their very existence and independence.
  • On the banks of the Amstel river you'll find Amsterdam's modern city hall, find out why the locals call it 'Stopera' and why despite being one of the ugliest buildings in the city its still a place of pride for Amsterdammers.
  • Begijnhof
    discover a secret garden in the middle of the city and learn about the beguine sisters that build it.
  • Royal Palace Amsterdam
    Learn how the Dutch royal family came to be, what the French have to do with it, and why our national colour is orange but our flag red, white and blue.
  • See the famous Monet bridge and stop to take a picture to make everyone at home jealous of your fabulous Amsterdam trip

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This experience requires good weather.
    If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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    Amsterdam 2 Hour History Walking Tour

    Location Amsterdam, Netherlands, Europe
    $30.04
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!
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