• Nieuwmarkt - Begin your adventure in this vibrant square outside De Waag, a former city gate. Once bustling with craftsmen, it now provides insight into Amsterdam’s defensive past.
• Oude Waal - Stroll along this historic shipyard street, adorned with gabled warehouses that echo the city’s maritime heritage. Observe the floating homes along the canal.
• Montelbaanstoren - This renowned tower, initially constructed as a defense structure, offers stunning views of Amsterdam’s waterways.
• Architecture Centre of Amsterdam - Walk past the city’s center for modern architectural innovation and explore Amsterdam’s changing skyline.
• The National Maritime Museum - Appreciate this historic museum from across the harbor, and recognize Amsterdam’s profound connection to maritime trade.
• Portuguese Synagogue of Amsterdam - Pass by this magnificent synagogue, a testament to Amsterdam’s flourishing Jewish community in the 17th century. Entry not included.
• Museum Rembrandthuis - As you pass this well-preserved 17th-century building, glimpse where the renowned artist lived and worked. Museum tickets are not included.
• Huis De Pinto - Take a moment to admire this cultural center named after the De Pinto family, who were instrumental in financing the Dutch Republic.
• Zuiderkerk - Walk past Amsterdam’s first Protestant church, designed by Hendrick de Keyser. Its towering spire is a notable feature of the cityscape.
• Sofitel Legend The Grand Amsterdam - Formerly the headquarters of the Dutch Admiralty, this opulent hotel provides a rich historical setting. You’ll pass it as you explore the city.
• Dam Square - Conclude your tour near this bustling square, home to the Royal Palace and numerous significant events in Dutch history.

• Get unlimited, lifetime use of this tour, before your booking date and after it
• The virtual playback option, so you can listen to this tour like an audiobook from anywhere
• Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
• Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
• Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start

• Smartphone and headphones (please bring your own)
• Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
• Food and drink
• Transportation

Embark on a self-guided walking tour to uncover Amsterdam’s Golden Age, delving into the city’s rich history, prosperity, and global impact. Begin your journey at Nieuwmarkt and De Waag, where you will discover how Amsterdam flourished in the 1600s through extensive trade networks. As you wander, visit renowned sites such as the Rembrandt House Museum, the East India Trading Company headquarters, and the Portuguese Synagogue. Explore architectural masterpieces by Hendrick de Keyser and immerse yourself in the city’s maritime legacy, including the Dutch West India Company’s involvement in trade and slavery. The tour concludes near Dam Square, offering profound insights into Amsterdam’s influential past and international ties.

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