Absolutely Amsterdam - the Essential Introductory Walking Tour

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1. In front of the stock and commodities exchange buildings, built where the Amstel River used to flow, we discuss the origins of Amsterdam and how water and finance influenced the city.

   20 دقيقة

2. In the old harbor, we discuss the origins of the Red Light District, the role of the Church, and how the holy and the profane have found surprising ways to work and profit from each other over time & the state of prostitution in the 20th and 21st Century: how and why prostitution became a legal profession, how the neighbourhood has changed over time and the current challenges facing the most infamous neighbourhood of Amsterdam.

   15 دقيقة

3. Here we discuss how (Religious) tolerance worked in practice once Catholicism became illegal in the 17th Century but was 'tolerated' under some very peculiar conditions. Form the underlying principles we draw parallels to how tolerance works today, in the 21st Century. (note: we don't actually enter the hidden church, but we see it form the outside and have pictures of it's interior)

   15 دقيقة

4. Dutch drug policies explained. Find out how this area became an absolute no go area in the 1970's and how this sparked the beginning of the infamous ‘Coffeeshops’ dedicated to the selling of Marjauana.

   15 دقيقة

5. Discovering where Rembrandt painted his first major work ...and how it revolutionised the art of portrait making. We have a copy of the painting to show you all the details!

   10 دقيقة

6. In a stunning 17th Century Courtyard hidden inside this building (only accessible during week-days) you will learn how Amsterdam was able to become the center of a global trading empire, making Amsterdam the richest city on the planet in the17th century (aka 'The Golden Age), and how this place, the Headquarters of the first and biggest corporation in human history, kickstarted modern-day capitalism. We discuss the good, but definitely don't shy away from darker legacy of this period.

   15 دقيقة

7. The Oldest Market of Amsterdam located in the (former) Jewish Quarter, that was almost completely destroyed at the end of the Second World War - but not why who you think! Find out about the disastrous consequences of the Nazi occupation, that decimated the Jewish populations of what once was a safe haven for persecuted jews from all over Europe, and what the Amsterdammers had to do to survive the last 'hunger-winter' of the war.

   15 دقيقة

8. Here, or (depending on weather / guide) at another canal we discuss why Amsterdam has canals, and the architecture of the famous canal houses: why are they so skinny, why do they lean in all kinds of directions (some of it is on purpose), why do all the houses have a hook, and why do Dutch people keep their curtains open at ALL times. Everything will be revealed!

   15 دقيقة

9. In this beautiful, hard to find former monastery, turned into hospital and now part of the University of Amsterdam we discuss the unique Dutch Bike Culture: find out why there are more bikes than people and why in the most famous, proud cycling city on the planet most of the bikes look so....ugly.

   10 دقيقة

10. Learn about the very peculiar history of our Royal Palace, why and how we made the transition from a Republic to a Monarchy. Meet our current Royal Family (we have pictures), and get up to speed with the latest juicy Royal gossip! Dam square is also where the tour ends.

    15 دقيقة

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• 5We were lucky to have...

  We were lucky to have Dani because he was born and raised in Amsterdam. He gave us a lot of information about the characteristics of their culture, history and architecture. Also he gave us treats that they produced like licorice, chocolate and stroopwafle. I really recommend him.

  Norma_Lسبتمبر 2026عبر Viator

• 5Great Morning Walking Tour

  Great morning walk tour experience with ESI. She’s so kind, fun and jolly who knows everything and no dull moment with her. 5-star for her nice gesture and knowledge. More power and keep it up.

  jc_arvesuسبتمبر 2026عبر Tripadvisor

• 5Weekend break

  Our guidecwas friendly, knowledgeable and gave us lots of good information

  neils27Dunsfordسبتمبر 2026عبر Tripadvisor

• 5Dani was a fantastic tour...

  Dani was a fantastic tour guide who included history, architecture, compared customs with a variety of countries and made this a fun and interesting walking tour. Highly recommend him on this tour!

  Rozelle_Cسبتمبر 2026عبر Viator

• 5Amsterdam walking tour

  Noé was our guide and she was very knowledgeable and made it very fun and interesting. We learnt so much. Please note that the tour is very cheap to book as it is does t include the tips or pay for Noé, so at the end of the tour she does ask if you like it to tip her as that is how she earns her money. I hope she got lots of tips as she was very good at her job.

  helsb2026سبتمبر 2026عبر Tripadvisor

• 5Loved it!

  We absolutely loved our Essential Amsterdam tour with Dani! He was one of the best guides we’ve had on our entire trip—knowledgeable, engaging, and so easy to listen to. We learned so much about Amsterdam’s fascinating history, and Dani brought the stories of the city to life. He was friendly, personable, and clearly passionate about what he does. We highly recommend this tour and Dani!

  Suzanne_Oسبتمبر 2026عبر Viator

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How it compares in Amsterdam

• Its from-price is 96% below the median of the 2120 experiences we list in Amsterdam.
• Its length is typical for the group.
• By number of reviews it ranks 13 of 2120.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Amsterdam

Amsterdam rings its golden-age centre with tree-lined canals, gabled houses and bridges, packing great art and easy cycling into a compact city.

The canal ring, dug in the seventeenth century, curves around the old centre in concentric arcs: Herengracht, Keizersgracht and Prinsengracht, lined with tall merchants' houses. The Jordaan, just west, is a maze of small canals, courtyards, brown cafés and independent shops, and the Anne Frank House stands on the Prinsengracht at its edge.

Top-ranked sights in Amsterdam: Amstel River, Skinny Bridge (Magere Brug), Anne Frank House.

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