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Alkmaar: Small Group City Walking Tour *English*
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Alkmaar: Small Group City Walking Tour *English*

By Alkmaar Tours
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Overview
  • Walk 3-4 km through the medieval centre, along picturesque streets and canals
  • See some of Alkmaar's most important and historic monuments
  • Learn all about the history of Alkmaar and how the strength and determination of the townspeople managed to defeat the Spanish forces in 1573
  • Get an insight into Dutch culture and way of life from a foreigner's perspective
  • Walk along the old city walls and experience the greener side of Alkmaar

Activity location

    • Alkmaar
    • Alkmaar, Alkmaar, Netherlands

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Koorstraat 3A, 1811 GM Alkmaar, Netherlands | Outside the main entrance to the Grote Sint Laurenskerk (on the Koorstraat) in Alkmaar's city center. Your guide will be standing by the lamp post with seating underneath it. How to get to Alkmaar: Alkmaar has direct train connections from many large cities including Amsterdam (35 minutes) and Haarlem (40 minutes) and the Alkmaar Train Station is only a 10 minute walk from the city center. There are also several parking garages located just outside the city center.
    • Alkmaar, Alkmaar, Netherlands

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What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedSmall-group walking tour
  • What's includedWhat's included Friendly English-speaking Canadian guide
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedTransport to and from Alkmaar

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  • Not allowed: Unaccompanied minors

What you can expect

The charming town of Alkmaar is compact, walkable and historically rich, with a beautiful medieval centre. On this small group tour, enjoy walking through the cobbled streets and along picturesque canals as your guide tells you all about the town's history. Walk 3-4 km through the medieval centre and see some of Alkmaar's most important and historic monuments such as the Grote Sint Laurenskerk (the Great St. Lawrence Church), the Stadhuis (City Hall) and the Waag (Weigh House).

Learn all about the history of Alkmaar and how the strength and the determination of the townspeople managed to defeat the Spanish forces in 1573. Stop at the Molen van Piet (Piet's Windmill) for the perfect Dutch photo opportunity. You will also get an insight into Dutch culture and way of life from a foreigner's perspective. You will not only see some of Alkmaar's most iconic monuments, but you will also wander off the beaten track and see the real Alkmaar.

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Location

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    • Alkmaar
    • Alkmaar, Alkmaar, Netherlands

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Koorstraat 3A, 1811 GM Alkmaar, Netherlands | Outside the main entrance to the Grote Sint Laurenskerk (on the Koorstraat) in Alkmaar's city center. Your guide will be standing by the lamp post with seating underneath it. How to get to Alkmaar: Alkmaar has direct train connections from many large cities including Amsterdam (35 minutes) and Haarlem (40 minutes) and the Alkmaar Train Station is only a 10 minute walk from the city center. There are also several parking garages located just outside the city center.
    • Alkmaar, Alkmaar, Netherlands