Discover the charming Dutch town of Alkmaar on this 2-hour small group tour. Join your guide as you walk along the cobbled streets and picturesque canals, and get a sense of Dutch history, culture and way of life without the big-city crowds.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- Small group
- Limited to 7 participants
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 2 hours
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English
- Wheelchair accessible
Experience
- Walk 3-4 km through the medieval center, along picturesque streets and canals
- See some of Alkmaar's most important and historic monuments
- Learn all about the history of Alkmaar and how the strength and determination of the townspeople managed to defeat the Spanish forces in 1573
- Get an insight into Dutch culture and way of life from a foreigner's perspective
- Walk along the old city walls and experience the greener side of Alkmaar
- Small-group walking tour
- Friendly English-speaking Canadian guide
- Transportation to and from Alkmaar
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Prepare for the activity
Outside the main entrance to the Grote Sint Laurenskerk (on the Koorstraat) in Alkmaar's city center. Your guide will be standing by the lamp post with seating underneath it. How to get to Alkmaar: Alkmaar has direct train connections from many large cities including Amsterdam (35 minutes) and Haarlem (40 minutes) and the Alkmaar Train Station is only a 10 minute walk from the city center. There are also several parking garages located just outside the city center.
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- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Participants must be able to walk continuously for 3-4 km
- Please wear comfortable walking shoes and dress appropriately for the weather. Don't forget your camera
- On Monday and Thursday tours depart at 12:30 PM. On Tuesday, Saturday and Sunday morning tours depart at 10:00 AM. On Wednesday tours depart at 09:30 AM. On Friday tours depart at 10:00 AM or 12:30 PM depending on time booked
