Begijnhof

Begijnhof tours & activities

Netherlands

Things to do in Begijnhof

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Tucked away deep in Amsterdam’s city centre lies the Begijnhof, a serene, 14th-century courtyard surrounded by tall townhouses with traditional Dutch facades. At the Begijnhof, you can find some respite from the fast pace and noises of the Netherlands’ capital.

The Begijnhof is a former beguinage where certain religious women — known as beguines — would modestly reside. Unlike nuns, beguines did not have to take any monastic vows and were free to come and go as they pleased. While the beguines no longer live at the Begijnhof, as the last one passed away in 1971, the Begijnhof’s legacy still lives on and it is still exclusively occupied by women.

Once in the Begijnhof, you’ll come across an enclosed courtyard and garden which operate as a sort of sanctuary in the centre of Amsterdam. At the centre, there are two churches — the English Reformed Church and the Begijnhof Chapel — which are steeped in history. Another main attraction is The Wooden House (Houten Huys), found at house number 34, which is one of the only wooden houses still standing in Amsterdam’s core.

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Amsterdam self-guided audio tour
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Amsterdam self-guided audio tour

Explore Amsterdam at your own pace! Enjoy an app containing over 130 points of interest, famous transport routes, sightseeing itineraries and walking tours.

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Famous painters Amsterdam private walking tour
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Famous painters Amsterdam private walking tour

Discover the main historical attractions of the Dutch city. Get to know about the famous artists in the Golden Age and more from a local.

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Self-guided Discovery Walk in Amsterdam's center through the eyes of a local
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Self-guided Discovery Walk in Amsterdam's center through the eyes of a local

Explore Amsterdam's center during this Discovery Game. Solve riddles that lead you through the city while learning about its history.

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2-hour Amsterdam adventure private guided walking tour
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2-hour Amsterdam adventure private guided walking tour

Get ready for a 2-hour adventure full of eye-opening experiences around the charming Amsterdam city, and know more about the city insight from a local.

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Private Amsterdam walking tour
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Private Amsterdam walking tour

Get to know Amsterdam's hotspots on this 2-hour private guided tour. See the city's highlights while learning about its history.

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Rijksmuseum and Amsterdam History city center private tour
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Rijksmuseum and Amsterdam History city center private tour

Explore Amsterdams rich history on this 5.5 hour combo tour discovering the streets and sights of Amsterdam and entrance tickets to the Rijksmuseum.

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Secrets of historical Amsterdam walking tour
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Secrets of historical Amsterdam walking tour

Step back in time and let your local guide take you on a journey through Amsterdam's historical center. Admire the architecture, discover hidden treasures and hear the legends of this charismatic city.

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Amsterdam walking tour with Dutch Pancake Lunch
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Amsterdam walking tour with Dutch Pancake Lunch

Discover the secrets of Amsterdam with a professional guide and complete your visit with aDutch Pancake Lunch on this combination tour.

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Amsterdam small group walking tour
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Amsterdam small group walking tour

Get an unique vision of the city, combining history with entertainment on a 2.5-hour walking tour that covers the main sights of the inner city.

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Amsterdam

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Reviews Begijnhof

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Juan Luis, 05 Mar 2024
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Catia, 18 Feb 2024
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Diego, 23 Dec 2023
5/5
Clément, 21 Dec 2023
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