To start the tour, the guide will explain the significance of the Dam square and Royal Palace. It is here the tour dives into the colonial history of Amsterdam and the Netherlands, painting to hidden parts of the palace that signify this dark past.

Here, the tour delves into the iconic Westerkerk and the poignant Anne Frank Statue, immersing visitors in the gripping history of the Holocaust and the courageous Dutch Resistance that forever shaped the city’s spirit. This part of the journey not only reveals the harrowing atrocities committed by the Nazis during the occupation, but also spotlights the remarkable acts of defiance and bravery shown by both Dutch citizens and Jews in the face of oppression.

The Homomonument is a significant part of LGBTQ history in Amsterdam. This stop explores LGBTQ history during WW2 and modern-day liberation movements that continue fighting for equality and freedom.

The Begijnhof square offers a serene oasis amidst the bustle of the city center, serving as a living testament to the Netherlands’ rich and turbulent religious past. Here, your guide brings to life the fascinating stories of the Beguines—traditionally Catholic women—whose resilience saw them through centuries of shifting religious laws and the sweeping changes of the Protestant Reformation. As a special highlight, you’ll step inside the secretive Begijnhof Chapel (when not during Mass), a hidden gem brimming with centuries-old mysteries and quiet beauty.

The Waterlooplein flea market is the center of the former Jewish quarter and hides fascinating secrets about the Dutch resistance during the Second World War. The tour will delve into the various ways Amsterdam residents resisted the occupation, both violently and covertly. This stop also notes the history of the Portuguese Synagogue and the history of Judaism in the Netherlands.