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Hear the stories of the Jewish people who shaped Amsterdam but are sometimes overlooked. The horror of the Holocaust has a gravity, which is one reason why the city’s most famous resident is Anne Frank. However, to only speak of World War II is to erase the Jewish Amsterdammers who made the city vibrant. Our unique small-group walking tour through Amsterdam’s historic Jewish neighborhood showcases stories of true grit, dazzling intelligence, and effective activism throughout history. Learn how Amsterdam came to be known as New Jerusalem, and meet some of the individuals who helped create the city you see today.
Hear the stories of the Jewish people who shaped Amsterdam but are sometimes overlooked. The horror of the Holocaust has a gravity, which is one reason why the city’s most famous resident is Anne Frank. However, to only speak of World War II is to erase the Jewish Amsterdammers who made the city vibrant. Our unique small-group walking tour through Amsterdam’s historic Jewish neighborhood showcases stories of true grit, dazzling intelligence, and effective activism throughout history. Learn how Amsterdam came to be known as New Jerusalem, and meet some of the individuals who helped create the city you see today.
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* Stadspas holder or a student? Contact us for a discount.
** Youth = Under 18. This tour mentions violence, sex and some difficult topics.
*** Your own private Jewish History Tour, for up to 5 guests (Contact us for larger groups.)
Traveling Solo? Fill out our form, and we’ll let you know if you can book a spot on an upcoming tour!
The story behind this philosophical giant is more complicated than you may have ever heard. How did the community he was born into influence his beliefs? And how did Amsterdam affect his ultimate fate?
The story behind this philosophical giant is more complicated than you may have ever heard. How did the community he was born into influence his beliefs? And how did Amsterdam affect his ultimate fate?
We hear you.
Wednesday: 10am
Thursday: 1pm
Friday: 1pm
Sunday: 1pm
Minimum of 2 guests per tour.
Having trouble finding a single ticket at the time you want? Invite a friend and open a tour at that time!
You can also fill out our form, and we’ll let you know if you can book a spot on an upcoming tour.
Pro Tip: We post Instagram and Facebook stories 2 days in advance if we have any openings in a scheduled tour.
Interested in a different time and have a group of three or more? Contact us!
Tours go rain or shine.
(But if looks too dicey, we’ll contact you in advance.)
The two-hour walk starts on the Keizersbrug, goes through the old Jewish quarter and the Plantage neighborhood, and ends at the Jewish Resistance Monument.
Wear good walking shoes and dress for the weather.
Keizersbrug, crossing the Oudeschans and overlooking the Montelbaanstoren
Small-Group Walking Tour
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Small-Group Walking Tour
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Small-Group Walking Tour
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Private Walking Tour
Get a personalized tour that covers the interests you’re curious about and the neighborhoods you want to see. Choose pick-up/drop-off locations, any combination of our hidden history topics, and themes such as artists, politicians, and rebels.