Top 5 Longreads about Amsterdam
We keep warming you up for a visit. Here is a top five of interesting newspaper articles. A selection of longreads about Amsterdam.
Medieval City Tour
Oud Amsterdam Wandeling
Medieval City Tour
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StartpuntTegenover het Centraal Station, bij de ingang van het IAmsterdam Visitor Centre (VVV). Eindpunt is de Dam.
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Duur | Afstand2 uur | -/+ 3 km
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Hoogtepunten- De Oude Haven
- Oude Kerk
- De Waag
- Agnieten Kapel
- Begijnhof
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PrijsBeschikbaar vanaf €60,- p.p. (minimaal 2 personen)
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StartpuntTegenover het Centraal Station, bij de ingang van het IAmsterdam Visitors Centre (VVV).
We eindigen op de Dam. -
Duur | Afstand2 uur | -/+ 3 km
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Hoogtepunten- Oude Haven
- Oude Kerk
- De Waag
- Agnieten Kapel
- Begijnhof
- Dam -
PrijsBschikbaar vanaf €60,- p.p. (minimaal 2 personen)
In Middeleeuws Amsterdam
On the Medieval Amsterdam Tour we dive into the earliest records of the city. You get a deeper insight on the historical center of Amsterdam. How did the city start off and what does it say about modern Amsterdam Today?
Get a better understanding of the sources of Amsterdam’s tolerance and pragmatism. Walk in the footsteps of Rembrandt; see a different side of the red light district; find the soul of the city. Have a great first impression of Amsterdam.
The earliest history of Amsterdam
Starting in front of the Central Station we walk into the alleyways of old Amsterdam. What does the oldest document mentioning Amsterdam say about Amsterdam today? The Dam is where it all started for Amsterdam. Who were the first settlers and why did they choose this place? And how come the Dam marks both the beginning and the end of the middle ages in Amsterdam?
Amsterdam, a city emerged from a swamp
We introduce you to the architecture and urban planning of the oldest parts of Amsterdam. Why do the houses lean over and how is Amsterdam built up? Learn how the city was defended against its enemies. Also see what is left of these antique structures.
The old harbor of Amsterdam
We aim to revive the bustling harbor front at the Amstel and IJ. Porters, carriers, seagulls, carillons, the smell of fish, tar and ropes. Why was this location so strategic for trade? Which inventions led to the growth of Amsterdam?
Religious Amsterdam
Which role did religion play in Medieval Amsterdam? Is there a continuous tradition? How religious is Amsterdam today? Find out more about the Dutch liberal mindset towards things that are oppressed elsewhere. How does the Red Light District ‘work’ and how did it evolve over time?
Monasteries in Amsterdam
Walk along the many former monasteries and see their current function. How is Amsterdam’s monumental heritage preserved? And what are the latest discoveries?
Legendary Amsterdam
In the city’s oldest courtyard we talk about the legends of Amsterdam. What’s the story behind the three crosses everywhere? What miracle made Amsterdam become a major tourist destination?
End of the Middle Ages
We can determine to the exact date on which the Middle Ages ended for Amsterdam. What happened on that day that had such a profound impact on the development of Amsterdam?
Tour reviews
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Exploring the canals of Amsterdam on foot with Tijs as the tour guide was one of the highlights of my first visit to the city. Tijs not only has thorough... read more 
EC8531
3/22/2018 - I was looking for personal tour guides for our trip on Amsterdam. I read about Edmund and Tijs on the web and started an email dialogue to create an itinerary... read more
Bob D
5/10/2018 - Maarten was our tour guide. Very punctual, friendly and informative. Booked for my partner who is a finance professional and he loved it. Other positives: well structured and researched; happy... read more
Sightseer778726
1/06/2019 - We booked this tour for UCL economics students (18-21 years old) and everyone enjoyed it a lot! Our guides Tijs, Edgar, Maarten and Joyce were very knowledgeable and incredibly kind.... read more
Vendela D
11/10/2017 - My family of 5 adults never has more than a long weekend to explore the cities of Europe and Tijs truly surpassed our expectations, This knowledgable, fun and experienced guide... read more
NJL
8/26/2018
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