Explore Amsterdam’s Jewish Quarter with expert insight

Step into centuries of culture and history as you explore Amsterdam’s Jewish Quarter with a knowledgeable guide. This walking tour reveals major sites and their moving stories, from the earliest settlements to the present day. The experience offers real understanding, rooted in the city’s vibrant streets and historic architecture.

Travel back in time through living history

The journey begins at Montelbaanstoren, a 16th-century tower with deep ties to the city’s growth. Discover the site of Amsterdam’s first synagogue and wander toward the Uilenbuurt, a focal point for the Jewish community. The guide shares how Jewish settlers shaped local life, trade and the evolving culture of the city.

Visit the renowned Waterlooplein market, where echoes of the community can still be felt. See both Sephardic and Ashkenazi synagogues—cornerstones of faith and resilience. Your guide then leads you past the famous Gassan Diamond Factory, delving into the role of Jewish diamond workers in Amsterdam’s economic past.

Continue along the city’s atmospheric canal district, admiring grand 18th-century Jewish mansions and the legacy of their former residents. At Wertheim Park you get a peaceful moment and a chance to reflect on local stories of hope and tragedy.

Commemorate, learn and connect

The tour thoughtfully includes a stop at the National Holocaust Names Monument, a powerful memorial to Dutch victims. Your guide sensitively shares history and context, ensuring visitors leave with respect and empathy for the stories the city holds.

Pass by Rembrandt’s home to see where Jewish and Dutch cultures met, fostering inspiration and dialogue. Throughout the tour, engaging narratives and real-life accounts ensure that history becomes vivid and memorable.

Personalised experience in a small group

With tours limited to just 12 guests, you’ll experience an intimate group setting. This allows plenty of opportunity for questions and insights tailored to your interests, helping deepen your understanding of Amsterdam’s Jewish community and heritage.

• 2-hour guided walking tour of the Jewish Quarter

• English-speaking guide with expertise in Jewish history

• Visits to historic synagogues, monuments and canal houses

• Interactive experience with a maximum of 12 participants

Important considerations

All ages are welcome, though the tour includes discussion of sensitive subjects relating to the Holocaust. Parents or guardians are advised to use discretion and supervise young children as needed.

Comfortable walking shoes are recommended as the tour covers key districts on foot. Your guide will ensure a smooth route and accommodate the group’s pace, sharing tips and recommendations along the way for an enjoyable visit.

Book your Small-Group Amsterdam Jewish Quarter History Tour tickets now!