Ever since I have come back from our trip, I am not able to forget all the fun that we had during our stay in Amsterdam. The place is full of museums, parks, cheese/beer tasting bars, and dining in places. It is known worldwide for its flexible laws regarding the prostitution and use of marijuana. Amsterdam is also famous for its beautiful houses, gabled facades, rich history, and surprises on every corner of the city. We loved the colorful locales and their ways of putting up. I along with my partner thoroughly enjoyed discovering the captivating Amsterdam.
We explored the city through all available means of transports, some parts of the city by rambling down its narrow streets, some on boat rides of the pleasing canals, and some by hopping on the rented bicycles to explore the left out attractions. I and my partner enjoyed exploring Amsterdam the most by walking on foot. When we got to know about Free walking tour Amsterdam it even added up to the excitement and beauty of our trip.
Right after knowing about it, we set out to gather the respective information. It is a two hours walking tour. The tour is totally free of cost and the only payment is the tip that is given to the guide. The guides are the local residents of the city who are well versed with the history and locations of Amsterdam. They conversed in two languages, English and Spanish. There were two trips in one day. One would start at 11 am and another at 1 pm. We ended up choosing the earlier one.
After registering ourselves for an Amsterdam free tour, we were told to reach at Dam Square, which is next to the Royal Palace, in front of Dam Good Coffee at 11 am. The guide would take us to the scheduled sights that are covered in the free tour in Amsterdam and make us aware of the history and stories related to each of its places.
We were a group of six members. The guide started an Amsterdam free tour from the Royal Palace followed by Old and New Church. The Royal Palace is a visual treat and is an epitome of rich kingship back in the days of the 17th century often referred to as the Dutch Golden Age. We were astonished to see the Oude Kerk or the old church, which was nearly 800-year-old. It is the oldest parish church. The Nieuwe Kerk or the New Church was the construction of the 15th century and was really a great experience.
Next were the prepossessing Canals and Bridges. Every time I used to plan, coming to Amsterdam for vacation, I always contemplated about the beautiful canals and couldn’t believe I was encountering them in person. Their placid nature and awe- inspiring beauty just stole my heart away.
It was Red Light District's turn now. You talk about the Amsterdam and the name of Red Light District will start doing the rounds in your mind. Our guide told us how Prostitution became legal in the city then and how the windows are turning into fancy boutiques and shops nowadays. The coffee shops in this area were also a subject of attraction because of the legal consent of smoking weed. The decor of the cafes were very pretty and refreshing.
Afterward, we got to see the Art and Architecture, Golden Age, and Hidden Treasures of Amsterdam.
Our Amsterdam Tourist Guide was the gem of a person. He was energetic, witty, patient, and knowledgeable. He spoke affluent English and was very much clear in what he was saying. He introduced the history and importance of each of the attraction in the best possible manner. It was an engaging and wonderful experience. It is advisable to have some snacks and water beforehand as the walking tour will last for complete two hours.
It was an amazing day. We would like to visit Amsterdam again.
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