• Maria of Kruittoren - The Maria Tower is a historic structure originally used for storing gunpowder in the 17th century. It stands as one of the city’s oldest buildings, offering insight into Hoorn’s military and maritime history.

• De Doelen - De Doelen is a former target building located on Achterstraat in the heart of Hoorn, North Holland. The building was divided into two sections, one for the Sint-Sebastiaansdoelen and another for the Sint-Jorisdoelen.

• Onder de Boompjes 22 - The VOC Warehouses were utilized by the Dutch East India Company (VOC) during the 17th and 18th centuries to store precious goods such as spices, silk, and tea.

• Statenlogement Hoorn - A provincial guesthouse and meeting venue for regional leaders.

• Grote Kerk in Hoorn - A former Reformed church, known as a site of religious conflict and unrest.

• Bossuhuizen - Gable stones commemorate the heroic Battle of the Zuiderzee.

• The Hoofdtoren - (Main Tower) – An iconic harbor defense tower dating back to 1532.

• Scheepsjongens Van Bontekoe - The Boys from Bontekoe refers to a group of young sailors from Hoorn who participated in the renowned 17th-century Dutch expedition led by Willem Ysbrandtszoon Bontekoe.

• Westfries Museum - Formerly the seat of regional government, now a museum (exterior visit).

• De Waag - A Renaissance building that once played a crucial role in Hoorn’s grain trade.

• Expert local guide
• Visit to historical landmarks and hidden sites
• 2-hour walking tour of Hoorn

• Food or drinks
• Transport to and from Hoorn
• Gratuities for the guide
• Transport to and from Hoorn (Participants need to get to the starting point on their own)
• Insurance (No travel or liability insurance is included)
• External stop outside of the attraction

Explore the enchanting streets of Hoorn, a city that was once among the richest during the Dutch Golden Age. This 2-hour walking tour immerses you in the rich history of trade, shipbuilding, religion, and resistance. Discover tales of brave sailors, dramatic naval battles, the influence of the VOC, and the conflict between Remonstrants and Gomarists.

Stroll by the Hoofdtoren and the former VOC warehouses, where ships embarked on journeys to the East Indies. Visit the weigh house, the debated statue of Jan Pieterszoon Coen, and the grand church that incited riots. Uncover how the Baltic grain trade quietly enriched Hoorn more than spices ever did.

An expert guide will bring to life local legends, architecture, and hidden histories — from secret tunnels to a pirate who scaled the mast of a Spanish flagship.

The tour is conducted in English, with Dutch available upon request.

• Not recommended for People with mobility impairments

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.