Amsterdam: Anne Frank and Jewish History Guided Walking Tour

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Culture & history Activities Landmarks & monuments Tours Good for groups Guided tours Rainy-day activities Sightseeing World War II

Join a guided walking tour in Amsterdam and embark on a moving journey through the city's wartime history. Delve into the world of Anne Frank as you explore her life and legacy.

Highlights

  • Embark on an insightful walking tour where history meets emotion
  • Listen to difficult stories about Amsterdam's wartime past as you walk
  • Discover hidden sanctuaries where Jews where known to have stayed
  • Gain insight into the courage it took for those who helped their neighbors
  • Learn about the enduring power of hope through heartbreaking stories

Description

THIS TOUR DOES NOT INCLUDE ENTRY TO THE ANNE FRANK FOUNDATION. Journey back in time on a guided walking tour in Amsterdam. Discover the city's Jewish history as you unravel the story of Anne Frank, the young girl whose diary captivated the world. Meet your guide and begin your journey by revisiting 1940s Amsterdam, when the city was under Nazi occupation. Listen as your guide paints a vivid picture of these challenging times, offering context to Anne Frank's diary entries. Make your way to Merwedeplein, where the Frank family lived before going into hiding, and see their former residence. Then, head to Amsterdam's Jewish Quarter and hear stories of resilience, loss, and hope. Follow your guide as you continue your walking tour to reach Westertoren, the clock tower mentioned frequently in Anne’s diary, and gain a sense of her limited view of the outside world. Finally, make your way to the Anne Frank House and pause outside this iconic building to reflect on the stories told throughout the tour. Stand where she once stood and contemplate the profound impact that this young girl's words have had on the world. Leave your tour with a deeper understanding of Amsterdam's wartime history and the importance of Anne Frank's diary. See how her words were not just a testament to the horrors of war, but also a celebration of the human spirit, resilience, and the enduring power of hope. This tour does not include tickets to the Anne Frank house.

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Walking tour Guide

Important Information

  • This tour does not go inside the Anne Frank House

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