Amsterdam Private Sightseeing Tour for Kids & Families w/Local Guide
Description
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?
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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.
The Oude Kerk, or the Old Church as it's known in English is Amsterdam’s oldest building and oldest parish church, founded circa 1213 and it's located in Amsterdam's main red-light district. Originally built as a Catholic place of worship, but later became one of the unique buildings expressing the national character of Dutch Protestantism.
The Royal Palace of Amsterdam is situated on Dam Square in the centre of Amsterdam. It was originally built as the city hall for the magistrates of Amsterdam. The Royal Palace on the Dam is one of the three Palaces, which the State has placed at the King's disposal by an Act of Parliament. It is used for Royal Events, the King's New Year reception and other official appointments.
(optional when time allows) The Begijnhof is an enclosed courtyard dating from the early 14th century. Nothing survived of the earliest dwellings, but the Begijnhof, which is cut off from the traffic and noise of the city. It was originally built as a sanctuary for the Begijntjes, a Catholic sisterhood who lived like nuns, although they took no monastic vows. Houses in Begijnhof are still occupied by single women.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(1)
Amsterdam was like a storybook for our kids' tour! Our guide knew everything about the cool places, sharing neat stories with us. The city was so pretty, with its colorful canals and wonky houses. We had a blast, learning and having fun at the same time. It was a perfect blend of fun and learning, making memories that'll last a lifetime.
