Leiden: Guided City Tour of Netherlands' Canal-Woven Gem

Discover the canal-woven gem of Leiden on a guided city tour. Explore the waterways, bridges, and cultural significance of this unique city, known as the little Amsterdam.

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Morspoort - We will be visiting the Morspoort (Mors entrance) as one of the first attractions in the city. This is one of the old city entrances in Leiden out of the remaining 2 gates. This city gate was built in wood around 1611. The stone gate was built in 1669 after a design by W. van der Helm. The gate itself was built in an old-fashioned style for that time, the Dutch Renaissance time.
What's Included
  • Bottled water included
  • All fees and taxes covered
What's Not Included
  • Visiting inside Stadsgehoorzaal and City Hall (only possible with prior appointments)
Additional Information

Leiden, following Amsterdam, is recognized as the Netherlands’ second most significant city when it comes to canals and waterways. Housing over 57 bridges within the city center, it presents an exceptional experience that shouldn’t be overlooked. Some locals endearingly refer to Leiden as mini Amsterdam.
The only guided walking tour of Leiden listed on…

Location
Starbucks
Stationsplein
Our usual pick up location is in front of the Starbucks coffee shop at the front side of the Leiden central station. I am usually recognizable immediately because I will have a pram with me. You will be accompanied by myself and my little one in the pram.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Olivia
Sep 13, 2024
Leiden walking tour - Very nice walking tour through Leiden. PJ was very knowledgeable. He even had a snack and tea for us during the tour which was a nice touch.
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Katelyn_m
Jul 5, 2024
Beautiful city! - Our guide PJ was great and very knowledgeable! Leiden is a beautiful city with lots of history. Highly recommend this tour!
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Vg76ta
Jun 8, 2024
An interesting tour of Leiden - An interesting tour of Leiden with various sights pointed out and history explained. PJ (our tour guide) knew a lot about Leiden and we stopped frequently to understand the point of interest. We had tea & biscuits too which was nice. Overall a very good tour
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Stanley_m
Apr 29, 2024
Excellent guide - PJ was the most excellent guide. He is knowledgeable and makes the day interesting and he is a.very gentle, polite and considerate person. We loved our time with him.
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June
Apr 22, 2024
Leiden tour - PJ did a great job sharing the history of Leiden while showing us the sights. He was prompt meeting us. I would definitely recommend his tour.
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June_c
Apr 17, 2024
Leiden guide - PJ did a great job making the history of Leiden come to life. Friendly, easy to ask him questions. I would definitely recommend.
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139martienm
Mar 30, 2024
Erg leuk Very nice Top - Very nice trip. And a very good and entousiastic gide Good vibe Good information Speak also spanish Inside storys is nice
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408annaht
Mar 14, 2024
Leiden City Tour - I would like to express my utmost satisfaction and gratitude for the wonderful Leiden City Tour that you organized for me during my holiday in Holland. Asante Sana
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Safari67172263509
Oct 17, 2023
Walking trough the old town of Leiden - Was very interesting and all infirmation was given based on the background of the history of Leiden!
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475dieterd
Oct 13, 2023
City tour of Leiden Old Town - Very good and informal! I now know that it has a real ancient past and is one of the roots of today's America!
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up to 9 guests
1 Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).