Financial History Walk with Historical Amsterdam Tours
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Participants should be comfortable walking on paved and cobblestone streets for the duration without strain.
Overview
Trace the roots of global finance on a 2.5-hour walking tour through Amsterdam’s historic money district. Discover the stories behind the world’s first stock exchange and infamous financial episodes that shaped capitalism.
Financial History Tour
Starting at €180 • 2,5 Hours • All Ages • Follow the money and 500 years of economic innovation
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About This Adventure
Discover Amsterdam's rich financial history on a captivating 2.5-hour tour. Walk the streets where stocks were first traded, explore the legacy of the Dutch East India Company, and uncover tales of speculation bubbles and bank heists. This unique journey reveals how Amsterdam shaped global finance through the ages.
Financial History Tour
Price
Adult: Total tour price with... 1 adult €180,- 2 adults €220,- 3 adults €240,- 4 adults €260,- 5 to 10 adults €280,- 11 to 15 adults €300,-
Child (under 18 with at least two adult companion): Per child: €10,- Duration
2,5 Hours
Description
Banknotes, a stock exchange, an exchange bank, Tulip Mania and stock frauds, the financial legacy of Amsterdam is priceless!
For two centuries the world’s elite, such as Russian tsars and American presidents formed the clientele of Amsterdam’s banks. On the Financial History Tours you walk street where the first stocks were traded, you get the story behind a 1614 Bank of Loan, a 1637 speculation bubble and a 1940 Nazi bank heist.
Follow the money from Amsterdam’s oldest document, via the Golden Age, to World War II, and the city’s current position in the financial world.
- On Mondays and Fridays this tour includes a visit to the headquarters of the Dutch East Indian Company (V.O.C.).
- On Fridays, Saturday afternoon and Sundays this tour includes a visit to a 1926 bank vault.
Adventure Tips
Wear Comfortable Walking Shoes
The tour involves 2.5 hours of walking on city streets and cobblestones—supportive footwear is essential.
Bring a Light Jacket
Amsterdam’s weather can be unpredictable; layering helps stay comfortable during the outdoor walk.
Arrive Early to the Meeting Point
The tour starts promptly; arriving 10 minutes early ensures you don’t miss any part of the experience.
Keep Hydrated
While the walk is moderate, having a water bottle is advisable, especially on warmer days.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Urban pigeons commonly found on historic rooftops
- Swan families that frequent city canals
History
Amsterdam was home to the world’s first official stock exchange and the Dutch East India Company, the first multinational corporation, giving the city its crucial role in financial history.
Conservation
Historic preservation efforts in Amsterdam prioritize maintaining the city's unique urban fabric while encouraging sustainable tourism practices during city tours.
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Recommended Gear
Comfortable Walking Shoes
Supportive shoes help navigate cobbled streets and urban terrain comfortably.
Light Waterproof Jacket
Protects against unpredictable spring rain showers common in Amsterdam.
spring specific
Layered Clothing
Allows you to adjust to varying temperatures and urban wind chill during cooler months.
fall|winter specific
Water Bottle
Staying hydrated is important, especially on sunny summer days.
summer specific