Amsterdam Old Centre & Canals Free Walking Tour
Free walking tour
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Culture & History
City Tour
Departure point
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Destination
Dam Square, Amsterdam, Netherlands
Old Centre, Amsterdam, Netherlands
1N (Participation Duration)
Walking (Transportation)
English, German, Spanish, French (Language)
Number of participants 0/25
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Tour description
Cruise through history on foot on this free walking tour of Amsterdam's old centre and famous canals. With a local guide you'll gather on lively Dam Square, slip into hidden courtyards, and follow the UNESCO-listed canal belt past leaning gabled houses and countless bridges. Hear how a boggy fishing village became the richest city of the Golden Age, discover the stories behind the Anne Frank House and the Jordaan district, and pick up tips on Dutch cheese, apple pie and the cosiest brown cafés. A charming, laid-back introduction to the city. Free to join — simply tip your guide whatever you feel it was worth at the end.
Meeting point:
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Dam Square, in front of the Royal Palace and National Monument
Look for your guide holding a yellow "FREE WALKING TOUR" sign. Please arrive 10 minutes before departure. No deposit required.
Detailed itinerary
Stop 1 – Meet on Dam Square by the Royal Palace and the National Monument.
Stop 2 – The hidden Begijnhof courtyard, a peaceful medieval enclave.
Stop 3 – The UNESCO-listed canal belt with its leaning gabled houses.
Stop 4 – The charming 'Nine Streets' shopping lanes.
Stop 5 – The Anne Frank House and the story of the city in WWII.
Stop 6 – The picturesque Jordaan district and its bridges.
Final stop – End with tips on Dutch cheese, apple pie and the cosiest brown cafés.
Stop 2 – The hidden Begijnhof courtyard, a peaceful medieval enclave.
Stop 3 – The UNESCO-listed canal belt with its leaning gabled houses.
Stop 4 – The charming 'Nine Streets' shopping lanes.
Stop 5 – The Anne Frank House and the story of the city in WWII.
Stop 6 – The picturesque Jordaan district and its bridges.
Final stop – End with tips on Dutch cheese, apple pie and the cosiest brown cafés.
Tour price includes
• Professional local guide (languages as listed above, subject to availability)\n• Guided walking tour of about 3 hours\n• Local history, culture and hidden-gem commentary\n• Insider tips on food, cafés and what to see next\n• Small, friendly group with plenty of photo stops
Tour price excludes
• Food and drinks\n• Hotel pick-up and drop-off\n• Public transport and entrance fees to monuments or museums\n• Gratuities / tips for the guide (this is a tip-based tour)\n• Personal expenses
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation at any time — this is a free, tip-based walking tour, so there is never a cancellation charge. Please message your guide in advance if your plans change. Tours run rain or shine; in bad weather the guide may adjust the route for comfort.
Other notes
Departs daily with several start times. Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring water and weather-appropriate clothing. Suitable for all ages.
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