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The rise of Haarlem: Culture, History, Art and Architecture Walking Tour

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Discover the fascinating story of Haarlem in a relaxed small group with a native English speaking guide.


Haarlem has a long and colourful history. Originally famous for Beer, Linen and Tulips, the city has been repeatedly besieged, fought over, burnt down and rebuilt many times over. This tour has a little bit of everything from Art and Architecture, Life, Death and High Culture in Late Medieval and Renaissance times. The tour will also help you to make the most of your time in Haarlem with sightseeing tips, the best things to do and places to eat pointed out along the way.


We finish the tour at a beautiful rooftop terrace or if everyone fancies it a local craft brewery depending on the mood.


If you are going elsewhere in the Low Countries after visiting Haarlem you will enjoy it much more after taking this tour as you will be able to recognise the famous architecture styles, know what the buildings were for and a little more about the people behind them.

Itinerary

  • Grote Markt

    15 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    This original tour of Haarlem covers many of the city’s best loved places, including the Grote Kerk of Sint Bavo, the historic town market square Grote Markt, the Town Hall Gravenzaal, the Molen Adriaan Windmill, the Teylers Museum, a beautiful Hofje (Almshouse) with it's secret walled garden and many many more beautiful buildings, you will discover the history of Dutch architecture and hear about the Medieval town, the Golden Age, Haarlem in the Second World War and hear stories about the city's most famous residents and visitors. If you love History, Art, Architecture culture and photography then this tour was made for you.

What's included

INCLUDED

Certified English-speaking guide
All Fees and Taxes
Walking tour

NOT INCLUDED

A tip for the guide
Caveat Emptor - When visiting on a Sunday all the Hofjes in Haarlem are closed for public viewing.
The Hofjes close daily at 5pm therefore the Summer tours starting at 5pm do not go inside the Hofjes

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Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Not recommended for travellers with difficulty walking (the tour covers 4 km or 2.5 miles)

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Location

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Grote Markt, Haarlem, The Netherlands

Provider

Haarlem Walking Tours

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