Old Amsterdam: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Overview
Are you looking for a way to see Amsterdam's East Side and Jewish District without joining a tour group? Explore at your own pace with this affordable walking tour.
• Roam the docklands, alleys and canals of the old east side while listening to the stories floating through its streets
• Hear from producer Edmond Van Putte, a historical researcher for film, TV, publications, and other media
• Do it all in two hours or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish
• Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it
• Use the virtual tour option at home
Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code.
The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.
What's Included
- Lifetime access to this tour in English
- VoiceMap app for Android and iOS
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- Smartphone and headphones
- Transportation
- Food and drink
Meeting Location
Nieuwmarkt
1011 HB Amsterdam, Netherlands
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Odebrug
Amsterdam, Netherlands
The tour ends just before the Odebrug bridge in Amsterdam.
What To Expect
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Jodenbuurt (pass by)
museum Rembrandthuis (pass by)
South Church (pass by)
Waterlooplein (pass by)
Magere Brug (pass by)
H'ART Museum (pass by)
National Holocaust Names Monument (pass by)
Jewish Museum (pass by)
Portugese Synagoge (pass by)
Hortus Botanicus (pass by)
Auschwitz Monument (pass by)
ARTIS Amsterdam Royal Zoo (pass by)
Verzetsmuseum Amsterdam (pass by)
Entrepotdok (pass by)
The National Maritime Museum (pass by)
Conservatorium van Amsterdam (pass by)
NEMO Science Museum (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please note: You won't be guided through any museums or other attractions mentioned en route. If you choose to enter and visit such places, you'll need to pay for it independently of this tour.
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- Lifetime access to this tour in English.
- VoiceMap app for Android and iOS.
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata.
- Smartphone and headphones.
- Transportation.
- Food and drink.
The minimum age to participate is 6..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Old Amsterdam: A Self-Guided Audio Tour is as follows:
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Old Amsterdam: A Self-Guided Audio Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Lifetime access to this tour in English
- VoiceMap app for Android and iOS
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- Smartphone and headphones
- Transportation
- Food and drink
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please note: You won't be guided through any museums or other attractions mentioned en route. If you choose to enter and visit such places, you'll need to pay for it independently of this tour.
