Small Group Walking Tour in Amsterdam with Friendly and Fun Guide
Description
Duration: 3 hours Highlights: * You are about to book yourselves on a wonderful walking tour in Amsterdam. * A gentle stroll with your fun and enthusiastic guide, David, to see highlights including Dam Square, lots of lovely canals, picturesque back streets, beautiful canal houses, hidden gardens, brown cafés, etc. * Learn all about how Amsterdam went from a fishing village to a global power *Medieval Amsterdam, the 17th-century canal ring expansion, the Jordaan, the buildings, the art, the people * I look forward to meeting you and showing you the city I love. Note * The tour is for three hours, and we’ll make a stop in a wonderful cafe for refreshments/toilet break. * I provide my guests with a list of my favourite places to eat. * Every person on my tour gets a beautiful card gift. * You will have a safe and memorable time! If only 2 people booked on the tour, I reserve the option to move that booking to another tour when possible.
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Itinerary
Here, we will have an introduction to Amsterdam. How the Amsterdam we see today evolve from a fishing village 750 years ago.
A walk through medievil Amsterdam all the while covering all the amazing changes over the centuries.
We will see all the iconic Amsterdam canals and you will discover how they were built. The 17th Century was full of change for Amsterdam and we will look at all the major events that made Amsterdam the most important city in the world.
When the tour goes to the Jordaan, you will see this lovely part of Amsterdam. It used to be the area that housed the people who built the 1600's canal expansion. Now it is 'the village' part of Amsterdam. Lots of quiet streets and lovely places to eat or have a drink.
We will look at old Amsterdam as we go from the Waag to Dam Square. There is lots of history and stories to be had here.
One of the oldest hofjes in Amsterdam. It was originally used to house lay women who had not taken their vows to become nuns. A set of beautiful houses and a English Reformed chuch from 1607 and a Catholic chapel. A stunning piece of Amsterdam history.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels