2 Hour Alternative Tour: The Real Amsterdam (English)
Our Alternative Tour offers an insight into Amsterdam's counterculture, like the squatting culture, hippies, and LGBTQ history. It covers the street art scene and takes us into the genuine heart of the city: The Jordaan neighborhood.
Our certified guides are real Amsterdammers and true ambassadors of the city. Our team consists of history teachers, culture vultures, and true gastronomes, making sure we can offer you an experience that is unmatched by the standard tour operator or guidebook.
On top of learning about the alternative side of Amsterdam, our guides will advise you on which places to visit while in the city, where to wine and dine, and what tourist traps to avoid.
Join us, and get the most out of your Amsterdam experience.
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2 Hour Alternative Tour: The Real Amsterdam (English)
What's included in 2 Hour Alternative Tour: The Real Amsterdam (English)
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Dam Square
Our tour starts at the National Monument on Dam square, close to where Amsterdam was founded. Our tour also ends here.
Royal Palace Amsterdam
Originally built as a town hall, the historic palace is the most culturally significant building of the Netherlands. A visit is highly recommended after the tour and can be booked on the Royal Palace website.
The Jordaan
Explore the captivating neighborhood of Jordaan in Amsterdam and immerse yourself in its rich history and irresistible charm. Walk along its narrow streets lined with cozy cafes, art studios, and independent boutiques, and uncover the stories of rebellious artists, working-class heroes, and the struggles of a bygone era.
Inclusions
- 2 hours of entertainment and edjucational
- A great storyteller as a guide
- Interactive Experience
- Food and Beverages, (bring some water)
- Transportation (we walk everything)
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Recommended for adults (topics include prostitution & soft drugs policy), or teenagers under supervision.
- No catching up with the group if you are late (please book a new time slot)
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Meet us 10 minutes before the tour starts, in front of the National Monument. You'll recognize us by the white umbrella with an orange logo. Please don't message or call us if you are late, there is no catching up with the group after the start time and the guides can't be reached during the tour.
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
Please don't message or call us if you are late, there is no catching up with the group after the start time and the guides can't be reached during the tour. Meet us 10 minutes before time at the meeting point, your guide can be recognized by a white umbrella with an orange Walking Tour logo on it. Make sure to dress appropriately for the weather; rain or snow, we always go!