Step through Amsterdam’s streets with Badass Tours on a walking journey highlighting LGBTQ+ milestones and untold stories. This cultural hike reveals a city rich in queer heritage and vibrant community spirit.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; primarily city walking on flat terrain.
Wildlife
History
Amsterdam’s LGBTQ+ community has been influential since the early 20th century, with the city hosting some of the first European gay rights movements.
Conservation
Badass Tours emphasizes responsible tourism and encourages visitors to respect public spaces and local businesses throughout the city.
Badass Tours
Step through Amsterdam’s streets with Badass Tours on a walking journey highlighting LGBTQ+ milestones and untold stories. This cultural hike reveals a city rich in queer heritage and vibrant community spirit.
Badass Tours is a Amsterdam-based tour operator located in Noord-Holland that highlights overlooked stories across the city. Featured on The Adventure Collective, Badass Tours offers self-guided and guided experiences focused on women's, Jewish, LGBTQ+, and BIPOC histories, plus private custom tours and special Rijksmuseum guided visits led by expert Tanja Bladt‑Cohen.
Tours include a two‑week Self‑Guided Tour unlocked by phone for flexible group exploration, the Hidden Gems Tour visiting sites such as the Artist's Resistance Monument and the Portuguese Synagogue, and focused walking tours that explore Women's History, Jewish History, and LGBTQ+ History. Many walking experiences run rain or shine; several exclusive options add wheelchair accessibility and private customization. A Customized Private Tour lets visitors tailor routes and themes to specific interests.
Badass Tours emphasizes accuracy and accessibility. The company highlights verifiable historical sites across Amsterdam's historic center and integrates context about four centuries of Jewish presence, local LGBTQ+ landmarks including early drag venues, and stories of influential women and BIPOC figures. The Shifting the Frame Rijksmuseum tour reframes canonical collections to include female, LGBTQ+, Jewish, and BIPOC artists, led by a named expert.
Practical booking features include phone-unlocked self-guides, private reservations, and small-group walking formats. These options make Badass Tours suitable for solo travelers, groups, and visitors seeking themed, educational experiences. Bookings are offered online, via partners, for private events, small groups, solo travelers, and educational visits too.
Location
Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Historic center tours
Self-Guides
2-week access
Phone-unlocked for group flexibility
Expert Guide
Tanja Bladt-Cohen
Leads Rijksmuseum guided tours
Tours Offered
17 Experiences
Self-guided, walking, museum, private
Choose self-guided, guided, or custom private tours — flexible bookings, wheelchair-accessible options, and expert-led Rijksmuseum tours available.
Wear comfortable walking shoes
The tour covers several city blocks on varied pavement, so sturdy footwear enhances comfort.
Bring a light rain jacket
Amsterdam weather is unpredictable; a waterproof layer keeps the tour enjoyable in light rain.
Voice questions and engage with guides
Guides welcome curiosity—asking questions enriches your understanding of the stories shared.
Respect private property
Much of the tour passes public spaces, but always be mindful of residences and businesses along the route.
Comfortable walking shoes
Essential for navigating uneven sidewalks and city streets with ease.
Light waterproof jacket
Protects against Amsterdam's frequent light rain and wind.
spring|fall|winter
Water bottle
Stay hydrated during warmer months, especially on longer walks.
summer
Smartphone or camera
Capture unique moments from significant historical sites.