Amsterdam Old City Private Walking Tour
Binnenstad, Amsterdam, Amsterdam
Explore the highlights of Amsterdam on a private 2-hour walking tour tailored to your interests. Discover how the city became a center of world power in the 17th century, and admire the well preserved merchant houses along picturesque canals.
Private Walking Tour of Amsterdam’s Medieval Center
This is a 2-hour private walking tour through Amsterdam’s medieval center, suited for those interested in history and architecture.
Highlights
- Explore the history of Amsterdam on a stroll through the medieval center
- Discover hidden churches, the Old Church, and Oude Manshuispoort
- Walk through the Red Light District
- Wander Amsterdam's old Jewish District
- Visit the Begijnhof women’s homes
- Explore Chinatown and the Nieuwmarkt area
Description
Enjoy a private guided walk through Amsterdam’s medieval center, including parts of the old city wall. Continue along the canals to explore Chinatown, the former Jewish District, and the Red Light District.
Learn about Amsterdam’s origins as a city built on reclaimed swamp land, when mud buried the area and the harbor was almost inaccessible. Amsterdam only connected with the North Sea in the 19th century, but it had already become one of the world’s most important cities.
The tour covers Amsterdam’s role as a major science and cultural center, noting that around 1650 its population of 220,000 made it the third largest city in Europe. Key sights include the 17th-century Oostindisch Huis, the East India Company headquarters, old pawn shops, and merchant houses in the Jordaan district. Walk along the Herengracht canal, one of the city’s first three major canals, and others.
Includes
- 2-hour walking tour, customized to your interests
- Personal guide
- VAT
Excludes
- Food and drinks
Important Information
- An interest in architecture and history is sufficient to enjoy this tour
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
For the best experience, wear comfortable shoes and bring weather-appropriate clothing. Booking in advance is recommended to secure your preferred time slot.
