Amsterdam's Colonial Past - The Untold Story - Walking Tour
Overview
Available languages
2 hours
Mobile ticket
Uncover Amsterdam’s Golden Age from a different perspective. This 2-hour walking tour reveals the city’s hidden colonial past—its wealth, power, and the dark truths behind them. History, architecture, and human stories collide in this unforgettable experience.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
What To Expect
Nieuwmarkt
The tour starts in front of Restaurant-Café In de Waag. Your guide will be holding an orange umbrella for recognition.
Oostindisch Huis
The rise of the East-India Trade
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Amsterdam's Colonial Past - The Untold Story - Walking Tour
What‘s Included
Live tour guide of your chosen language
2-hour in depth Colonial History of the Netherlands
Tips & Gratuities
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
8 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Discovering Amsterdam’s Colonial Past
nathayamahasadhua,Jun 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00As an Indonesian visiting Amsterdam, it was truly enriching to explore the deeply rooted connections between Indo-Dutch colonial history and the city as it stands today. Giovanni was both knowledgeable and engaging, and he presented everything with thoughtful perspective. What made the experience especially meaningful was how he helped us see Amsterdam differently ; revealing how so many places here are connected to shared histories that might otherwise go unnoticed, from former VOC sites to other hidden traces of the past. Thank you, Giovanni, for such an insightful tour!
Best of Voc tour
I6096IFsarahs,May 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Giovanni was Fabulous! Very knowledgeable and entertaining.
Great experience!
Navigator737351,May 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Giovanni was our guide and he was very knowledgeable, prepared and arrived early. He was able to answer all questions and enthusiastic. I would highly recommend Giovanni for any tour.
Where history meets hounor.
Climber61199065170,Apr 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A very informative tour performed by Peter with a lot of humor. Thank you very much at this point.
Excellent tour with...
Niamh M,Apr 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent tour with Yoshi. Very interesting and packed full of info on Amsterdam's - and Holland's - colonial past.
Walking Tour - Giovanni
U188DHgarys,Mar 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Giovanni was super. Very knowledgeable and fun tour. Explained a difficult history with respect and clarity.
Much enjoyed the tour
Matti Y,Feb 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a great experience. Giovanni impressed with the depth of his knowledge and was generally a very nice guide and person.
Super informative and kind!
825jaydens,Dec 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My family and I had a great time with Giovanni! He even brought images along with him to help with historical context. Would recommend!
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Operated by 360 Amsterdam Tours