2-Hour Amsterdam Walking Tour with Hidden Gems and Historic Center

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Visit Dam Square, the Royal Palace, and Nieuwmarkt
• 02 Uncover hidden gems beyond Amsterdam's best-known landmarks
• 03 Learn how Amsterdam grew from a fishing village into a 17th-century trade center
• 04 Explore the city's history of tolerance through places like Begijnhof
• 05 Enjoy a cozy and friendly small-group experience with plenty of interaction

Discover authentic Amsterdam on a cozy and friendly small-group walk through historic streets, hidden gems, and iconic landmarks. Follow a local guide as you trace the city's story from its humble beginnings as a fishing village to its rise as a center of global trade in the 17th century. Along the way, explore Dam Square, admire the Royal Palace, stroll through Nieuwmarkt, and uncover the canals, architecture, and spirit of tolerance that define the city. With plenty of room for interaction, questions, laughter, and enjoyment, this tour offers a deeper understanding and love for Amsterdam.

Along the way, explore Dam Square, admire the Royal Palace, stroll through Nieuwmarkt, and uncover the canals, architecture, and spirit of tolerance that define the city.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access Yes

City Amsterdam

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Beursplein and Amsterdam's Origins

• Learn about the origins of the city and how it acquired its name.
• Discover how a fishing village evolved into the center of the global economy in the 17th century.

2

Day 02

Dam Square and the Royal Palace

• Listen to the significance of Dam Square in the city's formation, admire the Royal Palace on the Dam, and learn about its role during the Second World War.

3

Day 03

Begijnhof and Amsterdam's Religious History

• Gain insight into the religious history of this lovely and serene courtyard and discover what this place reveals about Amsterdam's tolerance.
• Also see one of the oldest houses in Amsterdam, one of the two wooden cottages.

4

Day 04

House on the Three Canals

• See a house that stands on three canals and learn about the "bicycle bridge".

5

Day 05

Nieuwmarkt, the Waag, and the Guilds

• Discover the Waag, one of the old city gates that later became a guild hall.
• Learn about the importance of guilds in Amsterdam and see the "dancing houses".

6

Day 06

Zeedijk and Amsterdam's Chinatown

• Discover Chinatown, once the most dangerous place in Amsterdam during the 1970s.
• Learn about its decline and how the street has now transformed into one of the favourite spots for many Amsterdammers.

7

Day 07

Centraal Station and Its Historic Role

• Explore one of Amsterdam's most stunning buildings, renowned for its impressive architecture.
• Discover why the location of Centraal Station has played a crucial role for centuries as a transportation hub and a historical symbol of connection and prosperity.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Typical Dutch snack
• A small and classic Dutch souvenir

What to bring

• Comfortable shoes
• An umbrella in case of rain

Know before you go

• The tour lasts 2-2.5 hours.
• This is a small-group tour.
• Please wear comfortable shoes.
• The tour is outside, so if it rains, don't forget your umbrella.
• Halfway through the tour, we provide you with a typical Dutch snack so that you can continue exploring energetically.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Beursplein 1, Amsterdam, Nederland

Tour start

Beursplein 1, 1012 JW Amsterdam, Nederland

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.