Amsterdam Historical City Walk with Tasting
From€18
2 hours
Amsterdam, Netherlands
About this activity
Join a guided walking tour through Amsterdam's historic center, visiting landmarks like the Royal Palace and Anne Frank House, and enjoy traditional Dutch sweets along the way.
Highlights
- Explore Amsterdam's historic center
- Visit the Royal Palace
- Discover the Anne Frank House
- Enjoy traditional Dutch sweets
- Learn about Amsterdam's rich history
Full description
Discover the rich history of Amsterdam on this engaging walking tour. Stroll through the city's charming streets, visit iconic landmarks such as the Royal Palace and the Anne Frank House, and indulge in traditional Dutch sweets. Your knowledgeable guide will share fascinating stories and insights, making this experience both informative and delightful. Perfect for history enthusiasts and food lovers alike, this tour offers a unique glimpse into Amsterdam's past and present.
Included / Excluded
- Guided walking tour of Amsterdam's historic center
- Dutch sweets tasting experience
- Visit to iconic landmarks like the Royal Palace and Anne Frank House
- Transportation to and from the meeting point
Itinerary
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Pass by: Most beautiful square of the city, with its impressive 'de Waag' in the middle, where Rembrandt came to paint back in the days.
Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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The Zeedijk is the vibrant center of Amsterdam’s Chinatown, while De Wallen is famous worldwide as the city's primary Red Light District. De Wallen is the oldest part of Amsterdam, known for its historic canals, narrow alleyways, and iconic red-light windows.
Duration: 10 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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Established in 1602, the Dutch East India Company (VOC) was the world's first multinational corporation and joint-stock company, dominating global spice trade for nearly 200 years.
Duration: 10 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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The Spinhuis (Spinning House) in Amsterdam was one of the world's first correctional facilities for women, established in 1597 in a former convent on the Oudezijds Achterburgwal. It served as a house of correction (tuchthuis) designed to reform women through forced labor, specifically the spinning of flax, wool, or hemp.
Duration: 5 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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The Munttoren (Mint Tower) is a historic, 35-meter-high landmark in Amsterdam located at the Muntplein square where the Amstel river and Singel canal meet. Originally a 15th-century medieval city gate (Regulierspoort), it was redesigned by Hendrick de Keyser in the 17th century with an iconic octagonal spire and carillon after a fire.
Duration: 5 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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The Bloemenmarkt in Amsterdam is the world's only floating flower market and one of the city's most vibrant, photographed attractions. Located on the Singel canal between Koningsplein and Muntplein, this historic market has been a fixture in the city center since 1862.
Duration: 10 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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The Begijnhof in Amsterdam is a serene, historic courtyard dating back to the 14th century, originally housing Béguines—religious women who lived like nuns without taking monastic vows. As a hidden, gated oasis near Spui, it features traditional Amsterdam townhouses, a quiet garden, and the city's oldest wooden house (c. 1420).
Duration: 10 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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The Spui is a well-known square and street in the center of Amsterdam, located between the Rokin and the Singel canal.
Duration: 10 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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Located in the historic center, this square is the backdrop for hundreds of years of history. Here you will find iconic buildings such as the Royal Palace, the New Church, and the imposing National Monument, in memory of the victims of the Second World War.
Duration: 5 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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Melly’s Stroopwafels, located in the heart of Amsterdam, is a family-run business. Here you will hear about the history and taste their delicious freshly bakes stroopwafels.
Duration: 15 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
11
Multatuli is the pseudonym of Eduard Douwes Dekker (1820–1887), widely recognized as the most important and influential nineteenth-century Dutch writer. He is best known for his 1860 novel Max Havelaar, a powerful critique of Dutch colonial rule in the East Indies.
Duration: 5 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
12
The Anne Frank House is a biographical museum in Amsterdam, located at Prinsengracht 263, where Jewish diarist Anne Frank hid from Nazis during WWII. It features the preserved, sparse "Secret Annex" behind a movable bookcase, along with exhibits, original items, and photos showcasing the lives of the eight people in hiding.
Duration: 10 minAdmission: NO
Meeting point
Start Location
Dam Square, Dam, 1012 Amsterdam, Netherlands
Important information
Know before you book
- Tour operates rain or shine
- Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult
- Please inform the guide of any dietary restrictions in advance
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes
- Bring a bottle of water
- Check the weather forecast and dress accordingly
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Stroller Accessible
- Service Animals Allowed
- Easy Public Transport
- Infants Required On Laps
Traveler reviews
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Fascinating tour of the city!
The historical tour of the city is truly worth doing. Our guide Angie was great, and we learned a lot about Amsterdam thanks to her. She presented Amsterdam well from its origins to today and provided us with a lot of information about the architecture and the residents. Kudos to her!
sabinegN132UMJul 3, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Excellent!
Angie is a very knowledgeable guide who engaged us with her insightful comments.
jeanmarcgM3574GZJul 3, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Historical tour with Genevieve
I recently went on the historical walking tour and had an amazing experience. My guide Genevieve was incredibly knowledgeable, polite, and easy to have a good time with. Would highly recommend!
C4350SVlukecJun 17, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Great way to spend the morning in Amsterdam!
The tour was wonderful. Our guide, Finn, did a great job making the tour kid friendly and was really knowledgeable of the history. We learned a lot and had fun, and the kids loved the stroopwafel tasting at the end.
brittanymR7481IDJun 17, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Great Amsterdam Tour for first visit
Our guide Finn was great! He was very friendly and knowledgeable. He told lots of interesting stories that really made everything come alive for us. Last, but not least, he stroopwaffel was delicious!
jennifercZ7843DBJun 16, 2026TRIPADVISOR