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Group on Anne Frank Story and World War II walking tour in a park setting.
Young girl smiling on a postage stamp.
Tourists queuing outside the Anne Frank House in Amsterdam.
Guide with participants at the Statue of De Dokwerker in Amsterdam.
Open Anne Frank's diary with a photo of Anne and Margot, Amsterdam.
Dam Square with National Monument and Royal Palace in Amsterdam.

Anne Frank Story and World War II Small-Group Walking Tour, Amsterdam

Amsterdam
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Duration: Varies (1.5 hours to 3 hours)

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Explore Amsterdam's Jewish Quarter with this Anne Frank Story and World War II Small-Group Walking Tour, where you'll explore WWII sites alongside an expert guide. Begin your journey at a designated meeting point in the city using your booking voucher for check-in. The tour will take you through streets familiar to Anne Frank while providing rich context about key locations and memorials from the Nazi occupation era.

Explore Amsterdam’s Jewish Quarter on a walking tour lasting 1.5 or 2 hours, guided in English, Spanish, French, Italian, or German.

Discover the Portuguese Synagogue and wartime memorials as you walk through the streets once trodden by Anne Frank in this insightful journey.

Learn about Dutch resistance efforts during Nazi rule while visiting sites like the Hollandsche Schouwburg and Jewish Council office on your tour.

Learn about life under occupation with stories of significant events, such as the 1941 workers’ strike and the winter famine from 1944 to 1945.

Enhance your visit by gaining entry to key sites including the Jewish Museum, Portuguese Synagogue, National Holocaust Memorial and Museum, and the Children's Museum through optional ticket upgrades.

Anne Frank Story and WWII walking tour of Amsterdam

Expert English, French, German, Spanish, or Italian-speaking guide (as per option selected)

Small-group tour of max 15 people

Local city tax

Entry to:Jewish Cultural QuarterJewish MuseumChildren’s MuseumPortuguese SynagogueNational Holocaust MemorialNational Holocaust Museum

Jewish Cultural Quarter

Jewish Museum

Children’s Museum

Portuguese Synagogue

National Holocaust Memorial

National Holocaust Museum

Admission Fee: Anne Frank House

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Tour guide pointing at Anne Frank statue in Amsterdam.

Tour guide pointing at Anne Frank statue in Amsterdam.

Your Experience

In Amsterdam's Jewish Quarter, this small-group walking tour offers an detailed exploration of WWII sites intertwined with Anne Frank’s story. Led by a knowledgeable guide, you'll learn about the city's wartime history.

Getting Started

Gather at your meeting point as specified on your voucher and present your booking for check-in before commencing the walk. Your expert will outline the itinerary and highlight key points of interest prior to beginning.

What to Expect

Jewish Quarter & WWII Sites

You'll traverse streets familiar to Anne Frank, delving into the Jewish Quarter’s historical narrative during wartime. The guide provides context on significant locations and memorials related to the Nazi occupation and local responses.

  • Jewish Quarter Route: Navigate areas connected to both the community's experiences during the war and their postwar remembrances.
  • Portuguese Synagogue: Discover its historical significance in Jewish life, particularly during wartime Amsterdam, as explained by your guide.
  • Hollandsche Schouwburg: Learn about this site's role throughout the occupation and current commemorations.
  • Jewish Council Office: Gain insight into how administrative policies under occupation affected daily life.
  • Stories of Resistance & Hardship: Explore narratives surrounding events like the 1941 workers’ strike and the winter famine from 1944–45 through first-hand accounts.
  • Anne Frank House (Exterior): Discover Anne's time in hiding alongside her lasting legacy, as explained by your guide.
  • Small-Group Tour: Join a tour of 15 participants for personalized guidance and an opportunity to engage with the expert on various topics.

Extras

  • Entry to Attractions: Enhance your experience by upgrading tickets, allowing access to the Jewish Cultural Quarter, Jewish Museum, Children’s Museum, Portuguese Synagogue, National Holocaust Memorial, and the National Holocaust Museum.
Group on Anne Frank Story and World War II walking tour in a park setting.

Group on Anne Frank Story and World War II walking tour in a park setting.

Young girl smiling on a postage stamp.

Young girl smiling on a postage stamp.

Tourists queuing outside the Anne Frank House in Amsterdam.

Tourists queuing outside the Anne Frank House in Amsterdam.

What to bring

  • Clothing suitable for current weather conditions is advisable, and an umbrella should be considered if rain is expected.

We recommend wearing comfortable footwear ideal for walking on city streets.

Additional information

  • The Anne Frank House visit is not included in this tour package.
  • To gain entry to the Anne Frank House, you must secure tickets from annefrank.org with a time slot scheduled at least two hours after your tour's commencement.

Meeting points for tours vary based on language; please review your voucher post-booking for precise details.

Guide with participants at the Statue of De Dokwerker in Amsterdam.

Guide with participants at the Statue of De Dokwerker in Amsterdam.

Open Anne Frank's diary with a photo of Anne and Margot, Amsterdam.

Open Anne Frank's diary with a photo of Anne and Margot, Amsterdam.

Wear weather-appropriate clothing and bring an umbrella if rain is forecast to ensure comfort during the walking tour.

Avoid wearing uncomfortable footwear; opt for comfortable shoes suitable for city streets to enjoy your walk through Amsterdam’s Jewish Quarter without discomfort.

If you wish to visit the Anne Frank House, purchase tickets at least 2 hours after the tour begins and book a time slot in advance on annefrank.org to avoid entry issues.

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Operating hours

Anne Frank House

Monday
9:00am - 10:00pm
Tuesday
9:00am - 10:00pm
Wednesday
9:00am - 10:00pm
Thursday
9:00am - 10:00pm
Friday
9:00am - 10:00pm
Saturday
9:00am - 10:00pm
Sunday
9:00am - 10:00pm
  • Timings are displayed in the venue's time zone.
  • Closed on 12th Sep 2026, 13th Sep 2026, 14th Sep 2026, 21st Sep 2026 and 25th Sep 2026.

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FAQs

The tour lasts either 1.5 hours or 2 hours, depending on your chosen language option.
This small-group walking tour is conducted in English, Spanish, French, Italian, and German.
You will meet your expert guide at a designated meeting point listed on your voucher before starting the walk.
The tour includes key WWII locations such as the Hollandsche Schouwburg, Jewish Council office, and several wartime memorials within the Jewish Cultural Quarter.
No, entry to the Anne Frank House is not part of this walking tour. You need a separate ticket from annefrank.org timed at least two hours after your tour begins.
Wear weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable walking shoes, and consider bringing an umbrella if rain is forecasted.
The tour accommodates a maximum group size of 15 participants to ensure personal attention from the guide.
Your guide shares powerful narratives about life under Nazi occupation, including events like the workers’ strike in 1941 and the winter famine of 1944–1945.
Yes, you can choose to upgrade your ticket to gain entry to places like the Jewish Museum, Portuguese Synagogue, National Holocaust Memorial and Museum, and Children's Museum.
The small-group walking tour includes a charge for the local city tax as part of its price structure.

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