Explore the highlights of Amsterdam on this fun 2.5-hour private walking tour designed for kids & families! With canals, bikes, art, architecture and museums, there's something here for everyone! Meet your kid-friendly guide at the tourist office and set off to enjoy the vibrant atmosphere of the historic centre with its colorful houses, cute cafes, family-friendly restaurants, cobbled streets, and fascinating history, which you'll hear about along the way. Some of the landmarks you'll see on your walk are: the city's oldest church, Oude Kerk, a 14th century courtyard built as a sanctuary for the Begijntjes, Catholic nuns, listen to stories about the famous ghost named Helena in Ghost Alley, meander through the Chinese district to see the Zeedijk Buddhist temple, marvel at the spectacular Royal Palace in Dam square and more! The kids will be entertained with tailor-made, educational activities to help them learn about the city and its history. What's not to love about Amsterdam?
Get ready for an exciting adventure, kids! Our first stop is the Waterfront and surroundings, a 25-minute journey into Amsterdam's maritime wonders. Explore the old harbor, marvel at the Central Railway station, sail along the scenic Het Ij (the bay/river), and catch a glimpse of the fascinating Amsterdam Noord. Let the exploration begin!
Zeedijk, also known as Amsterdam's Chinatown area consists of a number of city blocks crammed with Asian markets, restaurants and shops. Here you can find, not only Chinese people and shops, but other Asian cultures too such as Thai, Malay and Indonesian. Street signs are in Chinese as well as Dutch. The most important tourist sight is the Zeedijk Buddhist temple, which is free and open every day, except Mondays.
Spooksteeg, Ghost Alley in English is located in the famous Red Light district. It is believed to be the residing place of one of the oldest ghosts in the city, a woman from the 18th century named Helena.
You will make your own way to the meeting points