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
- Dam -
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
- stellacasella
Amazing experience! Tijs took us through the history, like coming back in the past. Walking in the streets, listening at his storytelling was an incredible experience. Such a passionate guide!... read more 
5/11/2019 - eugenma I've been in the Tijs's "Amsterdam Jewish in WW2" tour. I live in Amsterdam for quite some time and was walking near these spots without knowing so many tears... read more
5/11/2019 - Merle K Tijs was amazing. His knowledge is outstanding and the tour was fun, interesting and informative. We would definitely recommend him to anyone needing a tour guide in Amsterdam. He tailor... read more
8/30/2019 - Tijs our guide was fantastic, very knowledgeable and interesting. In a short hours we already got all the information and history of Amsterdam, let us know more about Amsterdam this... read more
hazelo643
3/09/2018 - 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
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2 UUR | Vanaf €60,- P.P.