Private Hidden Streets Tour of Amsterdam: Local History & Tranquil Exploration
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9 Ratings
Amsterdam
Discover the hidden streets of Amsterdam on a private tour. Explore historic neighborhoods, learn local history, and escape the crowds. Book now!
Duration:
2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Beurs van Berlage - We will start with an introduction to the origins of Amsterdam. Especially, at this place we will learn about the world’s first stock market.
- Dam Square - We will explain the importance and history of this central square.
- Royal Palace Amsterdam - Learn about the history of this fascinating building that originally served as the town hall of Amsterdam.
- Amsterdam Canal Ring - We will cross the Canal Ring of Amsterdam and learn about the extension of the city during the medieval.
- 9 Little Streets (Negen Straatjes) - The nine streets have become a cozy area for shopping away from the masses of tourism.
- The Jordaan - We will discover hidden streets and squares and learn about this remaining authentic Amsterdam neighbourhood.
- Noorderkerk - The church for the poor - learn why this was constructed exactly here.
- Karthuizerhof - A beautiful courtyard that was constructed in 1650 for widows. It is one of the first social housing projects in the world.
- Anne Frank House - We will pass by the Anne Frank house during our stroll through the Jordaan.
- Westerkerk - The Westerkerk is a marvel of a church. Rembrandt was burried here.
What's Included
- Guided tour by a professional for 2.5 hours
Additional Information
Avoid the hustle and discover serene spots in an ancient district. Experience Amsterdam through a local’s perspective!
We’ll reveal more than just the typical: landmark structures & secluded courtyards. As we navigate the labyrinth of narrow streets, we’ll narrate tales across time from Rembrandt to the present day.
En route to the Jordaan neighbourhood, you will:
- gain insights into the history of the canal belt and come across majestic edifices like the Royal Palace
- explore concealed courtyards where widows of sailors and elderly benefactors resided in 1650 – these were the initial social housing initiatives worldwide
- examine the unique layout and notice the contrasting character of this district compared to the canal belt
- understand why locals & the art community resisted efforts by investors and the city to redevelop the area in the 1970s
- peruse an antique market for a keepsake
Allow us to acquaint you with our Jordaan: an urban village within the city.
- You should be able to walk for about 2.5 hours over a distance of 2.5 miles / 4 km.
Location
Beursplein 1
Beursplein
We will meet just outside the Bistro Berlage next to the sign "Sherlocked".
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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588marlal
Dec 7, 2023
Fascinating Tour - We really enjoyed our private tour with Christian. He is so knowledgeable and was able to point out many interesting and unique sights
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Itti_althoff
Sep 16, 2022
An interesting tour with two very sympathic guys - Far from the simple crowded standard tours, Christian and Michael offer very original tours with a lot of passion.
Through the love for their city, this tour is filled up with a lot of enthusiasm, so that you quickly forget the hustle around you.
These guys are absolutely recommendable and I would like to thank you again for this great time in Amsterdam!
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Jeanpierrel157
Sep 9, 2022
Original and excellent tour - We loved the private tour option to discover Amsterdam and Michael was a wonderful guide who showed us not only the usual tourist spots, but also places that are not on the normal tourist itinerary, that we loved and that we would not have found on our own. The courtyards and their history were the highlights of this walking tour.
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Jamesgq2237bk
Sep 3, 2022
Five stars is not enough, but it is the highest I can give - I have taken many tours in many cities. It is rare to find such an interesting "off the beaten track" tour with such a knowledgeable and friendly guide. Christian gave us a glimpse of the Amsterdam everybody sees, and an intriguing peek into the streets and courtyards and attractions that most tourists never see, all while giving fascinating historic and cultural background. An amazing experience.
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Rodyandersonn
Aug 24, 2022
Superb Tour - Great introduction into the cities history while discovering areas off-the-beaten track. Michael was a wonderful guide showing us areas that we wouldn't have found on our own. The hidden courtyards and their history were the highlights of this walking tour. We loved the private tour option and were very happy that we connected well with Michael who shared also a lot of information about local culture and local life with us! Absolutely recommendable!
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Ainemia
Aug 20, 2022
Fantastic tour - Christian gave us one of the best tours we have been on in Barcelona, so we booked him for Amsterdam as well. He took us to some common tourist places, but mostly to places that are not on the normal tourist itinerary, which we loved. He is an exceptionally knowledgeable tour guide. We learned many interesting facts about the town, its history, its culture and modern life. We had a fantastic time!!!
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Rutgersguy
Aug 13, 2022
Wonderful tour to really get to know the real history of Amsterdam - Our private tour with Christian was a major highlight of our visit to Amsterdam. We appreciate his historical knowledge, his openness about a wide range of issues, his sharing of many off-beat locations that we would never have stumbled on ourselves, and his general cosmopolitan nature. We will definitely contact him when we visit Barcelona, where he also runs tours.
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