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Amsterdam self-guided walking tour

Amsterdam Secrets: From Central Station to the Canals

Discover the soul of Amsterdam on this relaxing walk highlighting the city's transition from a medieval fortress to a world-famous canal metropolis. You will pass iconic monuments and hidden attic churches while hearing stories of the people who shaped the city. This route offers a perfect blend of history, art, and local anecdotes from Central Station to the Anne Frank House.

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90minutes
2.5 kmdistance
12stops
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Amsterdam Secrets: From Central Station to the Canals
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Stops on this route

This tour works well for first-time visitors, weekend trips, and travelers who want to explore Amsterdam without a fixed tour time.

Route map for Amsterdam walking tour

Map for Amsterdam walking tour with 12 stops
The static map shows the tour route with Centraal Station, Schreierstoren, Ons' Lieve Heer op Solder, Oude Kerk, and 8 more stops.

Stops along the route

All stops on this self-guided tour at a glance.

  1. Centraal Station in Amsterdam
    S Sepp / CC BY-SA 3.0

    1Centraal Station

    A selected stop on this self-guided route.

    Built: 1889 · Architect: Pierre Cuypers · Style: Renaissance Revival architecture … · Named after: Amsterdam · Wikidata

  2. Schreierstoren in Amsterdam
    S Sepp / CC BY-SA 3.0

    2SchreierstorenAttraction

    A selected stop on this self-guided route.

    Wikidata

  3. Ons' Lieve Heer op Solder in Amsterdam
    Harry Pot / Anefo / CC0

    3Ons' Lieve Heer op SolderChurch

    A selected stop on this self-guided route.

    Built: 1661 · Named after: Saint Nicholas · Wikidata

  4. Oude Kerk in Amsterdam
    Gerd Eichmann / CC BY-SA 4.0

    4Oude KerkChurch

    A selected stop on this self-guided route.

    Built: 1408 · Style: Holland gothic … · Named after: Saint Nicholas · Wikidata

  5. Beurs van Berlage in Amsterdam
    VrijMokum / CC BY-SA 4.0

    5Beurs van BerlageAttraction

    A selected stop on this self-guided route.

    Built: 1884 · Architect: Hendrik Petrus Berlage · Style: modern architecture · Named after: Hendrik Petrus Berlage · Wikidata

  6. Nationaal Monument in Amsterdam
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    6Nationaal Monument

    A selected stop on this self-guided route.

    Built: 1956 · Architect: J. J. P. Oud · Style: reconstruction-period architecture · Wikidata

  7. Nieuwe Kerk in Amsterdam
    C messier / CC BY-SA 4.0

    7Nieuwe KerkChurch

    A selected stop on this self-guided route.

    Built: 1408 · Style: Gothic Revival · Named after: Santa Caterina · Wikidata

  8. Torensluis in Amsterdam
    Paul van Galen / CC BY-SA 4.0

    8TorensluisSquare

    A selected stop on this self-guided route.

    Named after: Jan Roodenpoortstoren · Wikidata

  9. Huis Bartolotti in Amsterdam
    Sergey Galyonkin from Berlin, Germany / CC BY-SA 2.0

    9Huis BartolottiMuseum

    A selected stop on this self-guided route.

    Built: 1620 · Architect: Hendrick de Keyser · Style: Renaissance architecture · Wikidata

  10. Homomonument in Amsterdam
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    10Homomonument

    A selected stop on this self-guided route.

    Built: 1987 · Wikidata

  11. Westerkerk in Amsterdam
    Hermann Luyken / CC0

    11WesterkerkChurch

    A selected stop on this self-guided route.

    Built: 1631 · Architect: Hendrick de Keyser · Style: baroque architecture · Height: 85 m · Wikidata

  12. Anne Frank Huis in Amsterdam
    Jose A. / CC BY 2.0

    12Anne Frank HuisMuseum

    A selected stop on this self-guided route.

    Built: 1960 · Named after: Anne Frank · Wikidata

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Frequently asked questions

The key answers before you start.

Is this a self-guided audio tour?

Yes. In the CityTour AI app (iOS and Android), this is a self-guided audio tour for Amsterdam — start anytime, at your own pace, with map, stops, and audio narration.

What will you see on this tour?

On this tour you'll see, among others, Centraal Station, Schreierstoren, Ons' Lieve Heer op Solder, Oude Kerk, Beurs van Berlage, Nationaal Monument and more sights.

Where does the tour start?

The route starts at Centraal Station and ends at Anne Frank Huis. You can start anytime — the app guides you to the first stop.

How long does the tour take?

About 90 minutes for 12 stops — at your own pace, with breaks whenever you like.

How much does the tour cost?

This tour costs 15 credits. The exact price depends on the pack you buy and your country — roughly $5.

Is it an outdoor tour — are entry tickets included?

Yes, it's an outdoor tour: the sights are viewed from the outside. Entry tickets are not included, and step-free access cannot be guaranteed.

Is the audio guide available in my language?

The tour and audio guide are available in English, Deutsch, Français, Español, Italiano and 7 more languages. You pick your language in the app.

Can I use the tour offline?

Yes. Tours can be used offline.

Can I ask the AI questions along the way?

Yes. At every stop you can ask the AI directly if you want to know more or didn't understand something.

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