Utrecht Local Walking Tour | Discover the City | Small Group
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Explore Utrecht, one of the Netherlands' best-kept secrets, on a delightful two-hour walking tour led by passionate locals. We are Bram, Julian, Marta, Mirte, Koen, Maxime, Rikke, Julian and Holly. By day we work as a journalist, educator, facilitator and more. In our spare time, we take you through the city we love. That's not a marketing line, it's simply why we do this: because Utrecht keeps surprising us, and we want to share that. On this 5.5 km walking tour, we take you through the lesser-known side of the city centre, alongside the canals, through quiet courtyards to end at the iconic Dom Square. No rushed commentary, no headsets, no crowds. Just a small group, good stories, and a city that rewards those who look closely. - Duration: About 2 hours, perfect for a daytrip from Amsterdam - Small groups for personal interaction and connection - Start at Utrecht Central Station for convenience - Optional add-ons available for a complete day experience
Your experience
Stop 1
We start our tour with a quick visit to the biggest bike park in the world, a place you can't miss when you visit the biggest bike country of the world.
Stop 2
What was once a big highway is now one of our beautiful canals.
Stop 3
This canal is the lifeline of Utrecht in the past and in modern times.
Stop 4
One of those sweet squares where locals come to meet and have a drink
Stop 5
One of the greenest and oldest parks of Utrecht and a perfect place for locals to go for a walk
Stop 6
The first expansion of the city and nowadays the place to find the most beautiful (and expensive houses)
What’s included
- Snacks
Not included
- Lunch
Meeting and pickup
Our guide awaits you near the seating area in front of the exit of the trainstation and restaurant Manneke Pis.
Before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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