
Top 5 Photography Ideas For Amsterdam
In this blog Historical Amsterdam Tours has curated some of the most iconic spots, as well as several snappy ideas to capture this vibrant old city.
We meet in front of Amsterdam Centraal Station at Restaurant Loetje, Stationsplein 10
This is where the tour ends as well.
2.5 hours | -/+ 3 km (1.4 ml)
– The story of Henry Hudson
– The original harbour of the infamous Dutch East India Company
– The Naval dockland
– Amsterdam’s Silicon Valley
– Maritime Museum
See booking page for options
We meet in front of Amsterdam Centraal Station at Restaurant Loetje, Stationsplein 10
This is where the tour ends as well.
2.5 hours | -/+ 3 km (1.4 ml)
– The story of Henry Hudson
– The original harbour of the infamous Dutch East India Company
– The Naval dockland
– Amsterdam’s Silicon Valley
– Maritime Museum
See booking page for options
Unveil the secrets of Amsterdam’s rise to sea faring superpower on our exclusive Historical Amsterdam Tour!
Ever wondered how a swampy outpost became a global powerhouse? Our passionate Dutch historian guides will be your compass. They’ll paint a vivid picture of medieval Amsterdam’s meteoric rise to become a “pre-modern” global powerhouse within just a few decades. Discover the cascade of inventions and intrepid personalities that laid the foundation for this remarkable transformation. Learn how a humble fish, the herring, played a pivotal role in Amsterdam’s success.
Explore the “Golden Age” of exploration:
Dive into captivating stories, from daring pirate raids to epic sea battles and the establishment of lucrative trade routes. Witness how Amsterdam became the world’s warehouse, a vital hub for not only physical cargo but also information and ideas that shaped the modern world.
Our journey takes us past:
Witness the transition to steam power:
Everywhere you turn, Amsterdam’s shipping heritage is evident. We’ll navigate past the Open Harbor Museum and admire a replica of an 18th-century merchant ship at the National Maritime Museum. At the Marineterrein, witness how Amsterdam is reinventing itself, embracing new technologies to remain a relevant player on the global stage.
This captivating walk is for anyone who loves adventure, history, and wants to gain a deeper understanding of Amsterdam.
Book your Old Harbour Tour today and embark on an unforgettable journey through Amsterdam’s maritime heart!
Gerben Post is an outstanding and knowledgeable tour guide. He provided a moving experience about a topic that is difficult and painful. His ability to provide important and… read more meaningful stories about people made the walk come alive. His sensitivity and ability to describe the impact...More
Very informative tour about the Jewish history in Amsterdam from various angles and centuries. Tijs has a way to tell the stories in an interesting way, pointing out details and… read more throwing in portions of humor where appropriate. I could feel that he is enthusiastic about...More
Excellent bespoke tour of highlights of the Rijksmuseum. Edgar Foley was a great and knowledgable guide! He put the history of Dutch Art in the Golden Age and… read more earlier in context.
This was a fascinating and informative tour. The shocking reality of the Second World War is so close to the surface in Amsterdam; important historical events happened on almost every… read more corner. Tijs was an excellent and knowledgable guide about this difficult subject; he told us stories of bravery and loss, acts of rebellion and resistance, of the Hunger Winter, of families in hiding and people being shot by a sniper just days after Liberation Day. I am familiar with this period of history and this city and yet I still learned many new things, so I can't recommend this tour highly enough. …
Operator: Amsterdam Red Light District Tours Our tour guide Martin was engaging from the very beginning. Very well informed and interesting. Questions were responsed to. Highly recommend this tour.… read more Totally enjoyable!!

In this blog Historical Amsterdam Tours has curated some of the most iconic spots, as well as several snappy ideas to capture this vibrant old city.