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Financial History Tour

5.0 (24 reviews) 2 h 30 min Free cancellation Private tour
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Financial History Tour

About this activity

The world's first limited company, stock exchange, central bank and economic bubble... It all happened in Amsterdam, within walking distance. Follow the money in Amsterdam as financial center of the world: Nazi banks, Resistance banks, a pawnshop from 1614, the financers of the Louisiana Purchase and a visit to a 1920s bank fault. Enrich yourself on the Financial History Tour.

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At a glance

Duration
2 h 30 min
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–9
Guide
English, Dutch
Operated by
Historical Amsterdam Tours

What is included

Included

  • Included: Entrance to the City's archives and former bank faults

Itinerary

  1. Beurs van Berlage

    10 min

    One of the many exchange buildings that have been built around the Dam. A good start for the Financial History Tour.

  2. Dam Square

    Passing by

    The historical, but also financial heart of Amsterdam. Get to know why it all happened right here.

  3. Stadsarchief Amsterdam

    10 min Admission included

    Have you ever visited the faults of a 1920s bank building? Today the basement reveals the treasury of the city's archives.

  4. Amsterdam Museum

    Passing by

    Who were the rich merchants in Amsterdam and how did they make their money?

  5. Bloemenmarkt

    Passing by

    How was the first economic bubble created? Learn all about the Dutch Tulip Mania on the Amsterdam floating flower market.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • We'll meet downstairs in front of Bistro Berlage

End point

  • We end at the other side of the Dam, 500 meter from the starting point.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Traveller ratings

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