An Amsterdam Introduction: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
What to expect
🌊 Set off on a journey to uncover Amsterdam's transformation from a humble fishing village to a mighty trading metropolis.
A historical voyage awaits!
Highlights
✨ Highlights you can't miss:
⚬ The transformation of land reclaimed from the sea, connecting Amsterdam to the ocean in the late medieval era.
⚬ The lasting impact of draining original peat marshes.
⚬ Insights into the city's complex water management system, shaping the name 'Amsterdam.'
⚬ Understanding the roots of Dutch tolerance.
⚬ Glimpses of a medieval tower and city gate.
⚬ Exploring why so much of medieval Amsterdam has vanished.
📍 Locations you can't miss:
⚬ Central Station
⚬ Our Lord in the Attic
⚬ the Old Church
⚬ a great number of unique ancient canal houses.
Description
🌍 Embark on a historical adventure through Amsterdam, unraveling its evolution from a simple fisherman's hamlet to a 17th-century European trading titan.
We'll trace the transformation along canals and dykes, uncovering stories buried under cobbled paths.
Our journey begins at the bustling Central Station, meanders through the old port and remnants of medieval fortifications, and winds through the labyrinthine streets near the Old Church, Amsterdam's oldest building.
We'll witness the vibrant Red Light District and Chinatown, concluding at Nieuwmarkt and the 15th-century city gate.
At the heart of this tale is a feat of engineering, showcasing how Amsterdam's mastery over water propelled its rise in trade.
What is included
⚬ Lifetime access to this tour in English
⚬ Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
What is not included
⚬ Entry to Attractions
⚬ Headphones
⚬ Transportation
⚬ Food and drink
Important information
Address
Stationsplein, 1012 AB Amsterdam
Starting Point
Amsterdam Central Station
Cancellation policy
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