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Discover Haarlem in North Holland on a two-hour walking tour that’s the perfect getaway from Amsterdam; this ancient city, dating back to pre-medieval times, invites you to wander among its ancient buildings, cobbled streets and winding waterways, offering some of the most photogenic scenes in the country, while our excellent guides help you learn a great deal about its culture and history so you leave wanting to come back.
About this activity in Municipality of Haarlem
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Highlights
- Explore historic Haarlem on a two-hour walking tour that brings the city’s pre-medieval streets, medieval architecture and winding waterways to life.
- Discover highly photogenic corners of the old town - cobbled lanes, canal views and well-preserved façades perfect for photos and local atmosphere.
- Learn from expert local guides who share cultural insights, hidden stories and the history that shaped the area, making the walk engaging for all ages.
- Enjoy a relaxed pace that suits families, couples and solo travellers who want a concise introduction to the charm of Haarlem and its surroundings.
Important Information
- Duration: approximately two hours - wear comfortable shoes for walking on cobbles and uneven surfaces.
- Small local admissions may apply for certain sites visited during the route; have a few euros ready for optional entry fees.
- The route is designed to showcase the old town highlights and is suitable for most fitness levels; bring a stroller or light pram if you’re traveling with infants.
- Photography-friendly itinerary: bring a camera or phone with enough battery to capture the canals, monuments and historic streets.
Meeting Point
Meet at Haarlem Centraal station main entrance (Stationsplein) - your guide will be wearing identifiable tour signage and will greet the group there a few minutes before the scheduled start time.
Includes
- All fees and taxes are included in your total price for bookings in Haarlem, so you see the final cost up front.
Excludes
- St. Bravo Church entrance tickets are not included: regular admission is 2.50 euros per person.
- Reduced admission for youth (ages 12–16) is 1.25 euros per person; children under 12 enter free.
Other
- Wheelchair accessible: venues and routes in the area are accessible, with all areas and surfaces designed for ease of movement.
- Infants and small children can use a pram or stroller while you explore the destination.
- Service animals are allowed to accompany you during activities and Events.
- Public transportation options are available nearby, and these transport links are wheelchair accessible.
Customer Reviews
10/10
Based on 9 Reviews
Summary:
My family and I had the BEST experience with Tom as our guide! He was very informative, entertaining, delightful and on top of everything he took great photos of us at every stop. He also recommended a place for lunch that was INCREDIBLE.
The Netherlands is a favorite stop for me and he is a big reason for that. If we ever come back here and need a tour guide, Tom is our guy!
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Summary:
Tom was AMAZING! He was so accommodating to what we wanted to do and see. He was funny, knowledgable, fed us and wasn’t boring… we had a blast all day! The bonus was he took professional pictures of our family during all of our activities! If you want a wonderful experience BOOK TOM!
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Summary:
We took 2 tours with Toms Travel Tours. The first tour was with Joyce to Keukenhof, an organic tulip farm and tulip fields. Joyce knew her way around Keukenhof so we just followed along so we could just enjoy our time there. We really liked the tour of the organic tulip farm. The young farmer was so enthusiastic . Joyce tried to find out our interests and could share all kinds of information along the way. We would definitely recommend Joyce.
The next tour we took was of The Hague with Fred. He was also excellent and tried to tailor the tour to our interests. We visited the ICC, the Delft factory, the Mauritshuis, and an organic cheese farm. We enjoyed the farm the most as we love cheese and the young farmer was so passionate about his farm. Along the way, we stopped as a fish market for some lunch to go so we could keep moving to see as much as possible. Fred was great and we would definitely recommend him.
Tom was really helpful on the tours and I had a problem with the Anne Frank website crashing when I tried to book at 4 am US time and Tom was able to help me out which was greatly appreciated,
Rest assured, if you book with Toms, you will be well taken care of so you can just enjoy your time in The Netherlands.
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Know more about Municipality of Haarlem
On this two-hour walking tour you’ll explore ancient buildings, photogenic cobbled streets and winding waterways that showcase the city’s rich culture and history. Excellent guides will lead you through key sightlines and stories so you get a strong introduction to the area’s heritage and architecture.
Absolutely - the tour’s focus on culture and history makes it an ideal starting point for Art & Culture explorations, Food & Drink tastings, or Romantic & Couples outings. The photogenic streets and waterways provide great backdrops if you plan to continue with shows, dining or intimate photo stops afterward.
Yes - the experience is accessible: transportation options nearby are wheelchair accessible, surfaces and areas on the route are accessible, service animals are allowed, and the tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels.
Yes - the tour is suitable for Family & Kids bookings: guides tailor the experience so families can enjoy the photogenic streets, historic sites and gentle walking pace. Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, and youth pricing for certain attractions is noted in the exclusions.
All fees and taxes are included in your booking, but St. Bravo church entrance tickets are excluded: 2.50 euros per adult, 1.25 euros per youth (12–16 years), and free for children under 12.
For a full refund you must cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
