Utrecht Small Public Walking Tour
Utrecht, Netherlands
1 hour 30 minutes
Date
Today
What You Will Do
Whereas the NY Times describes Utrecht as a city that deserves more than a pleasant day trip from Amsterdam, a leading Australian news site says the city has the most beautiful canals of Europe.
They are right; with its iconic Dom Tower, churchyards, the old center and its canals, Utrecht is absolutely beautiful. Meet your guide from a multiple award-winning tour operator in the heart of the city and set off on a historical and cultural walking tour.
Learn about the city’s history that started around 2,000 years ago, when Utrecht was part of the northern border of the Roman Empire. Walk through little cobbled streets and churchyards; all leading to what has been for centuries the city’s main artery, the 1.5 mi long old canal Oudegracht.
Discover unique monuments such as church that is transformed into a cafe and the classical city castles along the canal Oudegracht. Naturally, the Dom church that with its dominating tower is Utrecht's pride and joy cannot be skipped!
What's Included?
- Headsets to hear the guide clearly.
- 1.5-hour private guided walking tour for the small tour group
- Taxes, fees and handling charges
- Private guide for the small tour group
What's Not Included?
- Guide gratuity (up to you of course!)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
Meet your guide and fellow travelers a few minutes before the booked time at Vredenburgplein. Specifically, at 'Manneken Pis' (vendor selling fries). The guide is easily recognizable by the white flag with 'Tulip Day Tours' in blue.
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De Werfkelder
There are over 730 wharf cellars along the canals of Utrecht; storages bordering the wharfs so goods could be stored immediately after unloading ships. As far as known, the oldest wharf dates from 1150, when a merchant dug a tunnel from the basement of his house up to the bank of the canal. In many former cellars are now restaurants, galleries and shops. A great spot to enjoy a drink and some snacks after your walking tour!
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Additional Information
This activity is operated by Tulip Day Tours
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Your TripAdvisor / Viator confirmation is your walking tour confirmation. You don't need to confirm anything. Just be at the meeting point a few minutes before the start of the tour. Since others may be joining the tour, the walking tour starts exactly at the scheduled start time.
- Duration of the total walking tour, including expected and unexpected stops, is 1.5 hours.
- The maximum group size for this public walking tour is six travelers.
- The minimum age for participation in this walking tours is 12 years. Traveling with younger children? Check out our private walking tour in Utrecht!
- If the minimum number of participants is not met we may have to cancel the tour. In the rare case that happens you will be offered an alternative date / time or full refund (your choice).
- 2022 Winner European Enterprise Awards hosted by EU Business News: ‘Best City Walking Tour Business - Netherlands’
- 2022 Winner Europe Hotels & Tours hosted by Travel & Hospitality Awards (UK): ‘Tour Company of the Year, for the Netherlands’
- 2022 Winner European Travel Awards hosted by EU Business News: ‘Best City Walking Tour - Netherlands’
- 2021 Winner Travel and Tourism Awards by LUX Life Magazine: 'Best Sustainable Travel Experiences - Netherlands'
- 2020 Winner Netherlands Prestige Awards by CorpLiveWire: 'Tour Operator of the Year'
Guide Options
- Audio Guide - English
- Guide - English