Is entry to the Anne Frank House included in the tour?

No, the tour ends outside the entrance of the Anne Frank House. Visitors can enter independently with a separate ticket and audioguide.

How far do we walk during this tour?

The walking distance is approximately 3 kilometers on mostly flat city streets.

Are children allowed on the tour?

Yes, children prepared to walk 2-3 km can join. The route is family-friendly and avoids areas like the red-light district.

Is there a rest break during the tour?

Yes, the guide offers an optional pause for a warm drink or restroom break if desired.

Will the tour enter any synagogues or museums?

No, the tour stops outside historic buildings but does not include interior visits.

Where does the tour start and end?

The tour starts outside the Hermitage Museum courtyard and finishes at the entrance of Anne Frank’s secret annex.

Anne Frank Walking Tour with InsolitAmsterdam in Amsterdam

In the heart of Amsterdam, at Amstel 51, InsolitAmsterdam offers a deeply moving two-hour walking tour that leads visitors through the city’s Jewish Quarter, unraveling the complex history of Anne Frank and World War II. This experience stands apart from typical sightseeing by combining historical insight with intimate storytelling, set against the backdrop of Amsterdam’s canals, narrow streets, and hidden corners where history lives.

The journey begins near the Hermitage Museum courtyard, where your Italian-speaking local guide lights the path through a neighborhood shaped by centuries of Jewish life dating back to the 1600s. Along the route, you’ll encounter key landmarks: the Portuguese Synagogue, the somber Holocaust Memorial with its powerful lists of lost names, and Rembrandt’s house, grounding the tour in rich cultural context.

Following the subtle markers of stolpersteine—brass stumbling stones placed in memory of Holocaust victims—the walk threads through quiet streets before arriving at the entrance of Anne Frank’s secret annex. Here, poignant excerpts from Anne’s diary are read aloud, lending a deeply personal voice to one of history’s most recognized narratives. This moment invites reflection, making the past tangible and present.

Unlike other tours, InsolitAmsterdam keeps groups small (max 15 people), ensuring an intimate atmosphere that respects the gravity of the story while encouraging thoughtful questions. While the tour does not include entrance to the Anne Frank House itself, guides provide detailed advice on accessing the museum afterward.

This walking tour balances historical education with the raw emotions of wartime Amsterdam, offering a rare window into a chapter of history often overlooked in traditional outdoor explorations. For those wanting to connect with Amsterdam beyond its surface, InsolitAmsterdam’s offering is a striking blend of urban walking, cultural immersion, and remembrance.