Explore Leiden’s history and hidden gems with a self-guided walking tour. Discover canals, windmills, Rembrandt’s schools, and the oldest university in the Netherlands.
Explore Leiden’s history and hidden gems with a self-guided walking tour. Discover canals, windmills, Rembrandt’s schools, and the oldest university in the Netherlands.
- Molen de Put - Discover how windmills were integral to everyday life in the Netherlands and why there are so many canals in the Netherlands against this iconic backdrop
- Hortus Botanicus Leiden - Discover one of the oldest botanical gardens in the world, and learn about the garden’s role in the infamous “Tulip Mania” that swept through the…
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Molen de Put - Discover how windmills were integral to everyday life in the Netherlands and why there are so many canals in the Netherlands against this iconic backdrop
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Hortus Botanicus Leiden - Discover one of the oldest botanical gardens in the world, and learn about the garden’s role in the infamous “Tulip Mania” that swept through the Netherlands in the 17th century.
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Leiden University Academic Building - Admire Rapenberg and find out about the famous alumni from this prestigious institution
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Young Rembrandt Studio - Discover the place where Rembrandt learnt art!
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Pieterskerk Leiden - Here, you’ll learn about the church’s connection to the Pilgrims, who lived in Leiden before their journey to America, making it a significant site in both Dutch and American history.
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De Burcht - End at this historic fortress with panoramic views of the city

- Audio commentary (AI-narrated) for 11 locations
- Access to tour on the Tourific Smartphone app (1 year, iPhone and Android)
- Unlimited tour access at location or home for 1 year
- In-app map for navigation
- Audio guide in English, Spanish, French, German
- Offline access once tour is downloaded
- Audio commentary (AI-narrated) for 11 locations
- Access to tour on the Tourific Smartphone app (1 year, iPhone and Android)
- Unlimited tour access at location or home for 1 year
- In-app map for navigation
- Audio guide in English, Spanish, French, German
- Offline access once tour is downloaded
- Any physical devices or headphones
- Human tour guide at location
- Transport
- Any physical devices or headphones
- Human tour guide at location
- Transport
Explore the captivating city of Leiden with this app-based, self-guided walking tour designed by a local expert. This tour will guide you through this charming and historic city, highlighting the importance of its canals, windmills, “hofjes,” and the poems and equations adorning the walls. Follow in the footsteps of Rembrandt, learn about the famous…
Explore the captivating city of Leiden with this app-based, self-guided walking tour designed by a local expert. This tour will guide you through this charming and historic city, highlighting the importance of its canals, windmills, “hofjes,” and the poems and equations adorning the walls. Follow in the footsteps of Rembrandt, learn about the famous tulip mania, and discover the pilgrims who shaped US history and more.
This walking tour is ideal for visitors spending a day in Leiden who wish to uncover both popular attractions and hidden treasures at their own pace. Feel free to pause the tour whenever you want to delve deeper into any location.
- The total tour duration includes the time spent listening to information at the stop and time required to walk through all the stops.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.