Amsterdam: The World's Playground
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Join us for a unique tour of Amsterdam's "playground"! Discover its rich history, from colonialism and slavery to WWII, sex work, and LGBT+ rights. Explore how the city felt, looked, and smelled in the past. Uncover Amsterdam’s hidden stories with us
My name is Dominika, and I am in love with Amsterdam. I moved here ten years ago. You will never meet anyone more obsessed with the city than I am. I am a language teacher, a content creator, and a podcaster. I've been showing life in Amsterdam on my social media for years. My podcast about Amsterdam is loved by my Polish audience. Now I want to show you around the city.
Amsterdam is a very special city - it has always been very open and tolerant, but at the same time protective of its residents. I want to show you why the people of Amsterdam are bold and confident, what kind of life they lead today, and why. We will talk about the famous tolerance and openness that Amsterdam is famous for.
I would love to tell you about all those events in the past that shaped the city as it is today. Why do so many people come here to play, and what are the consequences? I will also tell you about the current problems we're struggling with.
Keep in mind, the walk contains topics, such as slavery, sex work and lgbtq+ rights. Make sure - if you're booking for children - that you're ok with this kind of content.
Meeting point
Amsterdam Central Station
Before you go
- Length
- About 2h
- Languages
- English
- Usual start times
- 12:30, 13:00, 15:00 (Amsterdam time)
- Coming up
- 40 departures in 3 months, 1 this week
Questions about this tour
How much does this tour cost?
Nothing up front. You book for free and tip your guide at the end. Many travellers tip around €5 to €15 per person, depending on the length and quality of the tour.
How long does it take?
About 2h.
Where does it start?
The meeting point is Amsterdam Central Station. The map on this page shows the exact spot.
What languages is it in?
Upcoming departures are in English. Pick your language in the calendar to see only those.
When does it run?
40 departures are listed in the next three months, 1 of them in the next 7 days, usually at 12:30, 13:00 and 15:00. Times are local to Amsterdam.
Do I need to book?
Booking is a good idea: groups are limited and popular times fill up. Create a free Tripsora account, pick a day and time, and press Book to finish with the tour provider.
Is it accessible?
The tour provider has added accessibility information for this tour. Check the details with them when you book, and tell your guide about any needs on the day.
Can I bring my dog?
The tour provider lists this tour as pet friendly.
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