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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 local 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.
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  • Certified English-speaking guide
  • Walking tour
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • 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
Departure Point

Grote Markt 17, 2011 RC Haarlem, Netherlands In the Grote Markt (main square) next to the entrance of the Grote Kerk of Sint Bavo (great church) there is an enormous Statue of Laurens Jansz Coster holding up a letter A, this is the meeting point and starting point for the tour. Grote Markt, 2011 NZ Haarlem 9JJP+HJ Haarlem

  • Grote Markt, Haarlem, The Netherlands
    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.
    15 minutes
  • 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)
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
Pub2
14 Apr 2019
This walking tour will take you through the cultural and architectural history of Haarlem while exploring the many streets and canals that you would never experience without a guide. The 3 hour tour is a wonderful way to explore the city and experience the streets as well as, several “hidden” vantage points for great photos. We had been to Haarlem on a previous trip and wondered on our own-this tour was a much better way of exploring, experiencing and learning about the city. Time very well spent. Thank you!
5Rianne5
09 Apr 2019
James is a very friendly and knowledgeable guide. He knows a lot about Haarlem, architecture, the typical Dutch houses "gevelhuizen", history, second world war and can answer really any question. It just gives you a deeper experience of Haarlem then just wandering around. Nice to discover the hidden spots where you won't come without a guide. James really takes the time for you, so it's definitely worth it.
This tour in North Holland is organized by Haarlem Walking Tours

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