Small-Group Women's History Tour in Amsterdam
At a glance
Small-Group Women's History Tour in Amsterdam is a 2h small-group experience in Amsterdam, Netherlands, operated by Badass Tours. Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 16 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $45.15 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: A passionate guide - and an Amsterdam history nerd - sharing incredible stories from women's history.
Highlights
- Small group of up to 12 people for a more personal experience
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 8 stops in one well-planned itinerary
- Wheelchair accessible
Quick facts
- Duration
- 2h
- Group
- Small group, up to 12 travellers
- Languages
- English
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Confirmed within 48 hours
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Get inspired by the hidden figures on this Amsterdam storytelling tour!
Meet the women who changed Amsterdam - and the world! Too many tours reduce female Amsterdammers to working women and Dutch feminists when there’s actually a huge variety in Amsterdam women’s history. Women have done everything from changing society at the highest levels to influencing culture to defying earthly and spiritual powers.
This small-group walking tour through Amsterdam’s historic center reveals the way women across the centuries pursued their goals in the face of societal and structural resistance. Led by a trained storyteller, this tour is engaging as well as inspiring. You’ll come away with a sense of Amsterdam’s rich history and culture, as well as some hidden stories.
Let them energize and empower you as you see the city from a different angle.
What's included
What's included
- A passionate guide - and an Amsterdam history nerd - sharing incredible stories from women's history
Not included
- Gratuities
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 10m
Our Women's History Tour starts with an introduction to the city, across the old harbor from Amsterdam's iconic Centraal Station.
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Stop 2 · 15m
Get inspired by two female fighters whose stories respond to Amsterdam’s stock exchanges, the new one and the old one that’s now an event hall.
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Stop 3 · 10m
Take in the hustle and bustle of Dam Square while hearing one of our most salacious (but tasteful) stories from Amsterdam's history.
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Stop 4 · 10m
While taking in the sites around the Beurspoortje, we'll share the story of one of our favorite badasses. It includes motorcycles, Amsterdam’s first modern gay bar, and drinking Nazis under the table.
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Stop 5 · 20m
You'll walk through Amsterdam's hub for cutting-edge theater, hearing about powerful women, including the first Black female millionaire in the Americas. (Hint: she wasn’t in the US…)
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Stop 6 · 10m
Under the confident gaze of Queen Wilhelmina, learn about the Netherland's first Queen Regnant.
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Stop 7 · 20m
Walk along Amsterdam's first main waterway, learning about the Miracle of Amsterdam and how it led to The Women’s Riot.
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Stop 8 · 10m
If you're lucky, the Begijnhof will be open for this final stop on the tour, giving you a chance to experience an idyllic women’s enclave in the heart of a noisy city.
Meeting point
We meet at the terrace outside of Pancakes Amsterdam
Good to know
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Small-Group Women's History Tour in Amsterdam take?
The experience lasts about 2h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $45.15 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
A passionate guide - and an Amsterdam history nerd - sharing incredible stories from women's history.
Where does it start?
We meet at the terrace outside of Pancakes Amsterdam
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 16 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Amsterdam.
