2 Hours Walking Tour Throughout History and Highlights of Hoorn
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Overview
Step into the storybook streets of Hoorn, once one of the wealthiest cities of the Dutch Golden Age. This 2-hour walking tour takes you through centuries of trade, shipbuilding, religion, and resistance. Hear about heroic sailors, explosive naval battles, the shadow of the VOC, and the clash between Remonstrants and Gomarists. Walk past the Hoofdtoren and former VOC warehouses where ships once set sail for the East Indies. See the weigh house, the controversial statue of Jan Pieterszoon Coen, and the mighty church that sparked riots. Learn how the Baltic grain trade quietly made Hoorn richer than spice. Your expert guide brings local legends, architecture, and hidden history to life — from underground tunnels to a pirate who climbed the Spanish flagship’s mast. The tour is conducted in English. Dutch is available upon request.
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Option(s)
Dutch tour
English tour
Starting from
$23.30
Ticket Information
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
What's Included
- Expert local guide
- Visit to historical landmarks and hidden sites
- 2-hour walking tour of Hoorn
What's not Included
- Food or drinks
- Transport
- Gratuities for the guide
- Entrance tickets
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Additional Info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Not recommended for People with mobility impairments
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