Haarlem Cultural self guided Audio Historical & cultural Tour

3.3 (16 reviews) 1 h 45 min Private tour

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Hofje van Oorschot, one of the many hofjes Haarlem has to offer. Not all of them are open due to Corona — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Gravestenenbridge. An icon in Haarlem — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

You will discover many sights of this beautiful old center. You will hear stories from the past and present of Haarlem along various courtyards, through characteristic neighborhoods, canals and squares. After this walk you will have a different view of this city. Please keep in mind that due to

Covid-19 the Haarlem courtyards are not open for the public.

This would be the unique way to explore Haarlem on your own pace and in your own time.

No waiting for a group. You can easily grab lunch or a drink and continue the walk after.

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At a glance

Duration: 1 h 45 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Audio guide: English, Dutch
Operated by: Pocketguide Caribbean

Ages: Children (8–11 years) · Youth (12–17 years) · Adults (18–64 years) · Seniors (65–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Cultural Historical City Walk

Not included

Not included: Bring your own headset

Itinerary

Hofje van Oorschot

Haarlem is the home of several historic "hofjes", closed courtyards, where houses for the poor or elderly were established, mostly paid for by testamentary bequest of a rich member of a prominent family. Hofjes are often small quiet paradises in the middle of the busy city. However, het "Hofje van Oorschot" can only be admired from behind a closed gate, no admittance for outsiders.
The Corrie ten Boom House

Admission not included

This is more than a museum. It is the story of a family who's strong faith in their Lord Jesus led them to join the underground efforts in the Netherlands during WWII. The audio tour tells you the story but please feel free to pause the tour and visit this Must Do.
Grote Markt

Admission not included

In the great market place in the centre of the city are gathered together the larger number of the most interesting buildings, including the quaint old 'Vleeshal', Townhall, and several statues. The audio-tour will give lots of informationg on all iconic POI's
Stop 4

While strolling over this canal, The audio-tour wil tell great stories about this neighborhood from the past.
Stop 5

Admission not included

Take some pics while standing on this iconic bridge while listening to what happened in the early days.
Teylers Museum

Admission not included

Museum of wonders...Established in 1778, Teylers Museum was founded as a centre for contemporary art and science and lots more info will be heard while walking the tour
The Waag

Admission not included

This is a former Weigh house in Haarlem that today serves as a café catering to tourists. The building was designed by Lieven de Key
Vleeshal

Admission not included

The Vleeshal is a historical building dating from 1603 on the Grote Markt in Haarlem. Vlees means meat!
Stop 9

Admission not included

The City Hall in Haarlem is the seat of the city's government. It was built in the 14th century replacing the Count's castle.
Stop 10

Admission not included

This is a beer brewery from Haarlem. Jopen beer is a result of the work of Stichting Haarlems Biergenootschap, which was founded in 1992. Great to have a drink or bite.
Stop 11

De Vijfhoek is a neighborhood in the Haarlem district of Oude Stad in the Haarlem-Centre district. You will walk in great small streets, while listening to some great historic stories.
Frans Hals Museum

Admission not included

Which is also known as the "Museum of the Golden Age." The collection is based on the rich collection of the city itself, built up from the 16th century onwards. With lots of work from Frans Hals, where the museum is named after.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Please make sure the audio tour is downloaded before you reach the meeting point , the map in the app shows you the starting point. The app works with GPS so it will start automatically when you are in a range of approx 10m.

End point

The Grote Houtstraat is the large shopping street that goes all through Haarlem Centrum. From this point on it is very easy to get back to the train station or the starting point.