Beyond the Golden Age: Amsterdam's Colonial Past Walking Tour
Overview
Uncover the hidden stories behind Amsterdam's grandeur on this insightful and eye-opening walking tour. While the Dutch "Golden" Age is often celebrated for wealth, art and trade, few know the full extent of the colonial expansion, exploitation and slavery that funded it.
Over the course of two hours, visit key historical sites across the city, tracing the rise of the VOC and WIC, the transatlantic slave trade, and the role of ordinary citizens in colonial enterprise. Along the way, hear stories of resistance, resilience and voices that challenged injustice.
Gain a critical and balanced perspective, connecting Amsterdam's past to present-day debates around memory, identity and justice. Perfect for curious travellers, history students or anyone looking to go beyond the postcard image of the city.
What's Included
- 2-hour in depth Colonial History of the Netherlands
- Live tour guide of your chosen language
- Tips & Gratuities
Meeting Location
Nieuwmarkt 4
1012 CR Amsterdam, Netherlands
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Dam
1012 JL Amsterdam, Netherlands
The tour ends at Dam Square.
What To Expect
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Nieuwmarkt
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Stadsarchief Amsterdam
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Herengracht
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
De Gouden Bocht
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Royal Palace Amsterdam
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- 2-hour in depth Colonial History of the Netherlands.
- Live tour guide of your chosen language.
- Tips & Gratuities.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Beyond the Golden Age: Amsterdam's Colonial Past Walking Tour is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Beyond the Golden Age: Amsterdam’s Colonial Past Walking 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
- 2-hour in depth Colonial History of the Netherlands
- Live tour guide of your chosen language
- Tips & Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
