OUR EXISTING TOURS

Are you ready to dive into the unique values of Amsterdam? Freedom, Diversity, Counterculture or Tolerance. A storyteller will take you around to be inspired by the city. Explore a different side Amsterdam most people never get to see. 

Here you find an overview of our current tours. They serve as inspiration and can be adapted from a basic to a special version or turned into a customized tour to suit your needs with greater flexibility.

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Explore Amsterdam‘s city center to discover its unique values, including a rich history of tolerance dating back to the 17th century, the vibrant hippie movement of the 60s, liberal drug laws, and a pioneering spirit that continues to shape the city today

Introduction into the unique values of the city:
what does freedom mean to you?

CITY OF FREEDOM

Handout CITY OF FREEDOM Tour

Amidst the climate crisis and evolving global dynamics, we innovate to tackle societal challenges. Explore Oosterdok‘s innovation hub, discover Amsterdam‘s pioneering spirit, and meet future focused institutions shaping an international, innovative city quarter where art, design, science, and experimentation merge for a brighter future.

What does the world you
want to live in look like?

INNOVATION

Handout INNOVATION Tour

Explore the untold stories of Dutch trade, set in the lesser-known East of Amsterdam. Uncover the darker side of the Golden Age and how it inspires change today. Visit sustainable businesses, meet artisans, and enjoy world-class chocolate at the Cacao Museum.

Discover the colonial
history of Amsterdam

COLONIALISM & FAIRTRADE

Handout COLONIALISM & FAIRTRADE Tour

Explore Amsterdam‘s alternative scene in
the NDSM Art City, delving into activism,
street art, and squatting movements. Discover how this former shipyard transformed into a hub for creativity, meeting artists, artisans, and innovative businesses along the way!

Alternative culture
of Amsterdam Noord

COUNTERCULTURE

Handout COUNTERCULTURE Tour

The north has transformed from being the heart of the fossil industry into a breeding ground for creative, green and sustainable initiatives. We visit pioneers that have the ambition to turn this old industrial zone
into a global example of circular urban development.

From pollution to solution
in Amsterdam North

CIRCULAR CITY

Handout CIRCULAR CITY Tour

The Bijlmer is a nursery for Dutch society and a laboratory for ways of living together. Themes and items that are urgent in the Bijlmer and South East are relevant for the city and the country as a whole. This tour provides a rich educational experience, while exploring inspiring projects of the area.

From green to colorful in
Amsterdam Southeast

SUPERDIVERSITY

Handout SUPERDIVERSITY Tour

On this tour we’ll talk about the importance of retrieving the connection with the Earth. We visit community gardens and learn sustainable and productive ways of urban gardening. Come to discover and enjoy the green, hidden treasures of Amsterdam East and get inspired!

Sustainable, resilient and
green in Amsterdam East

URBAN AGRICULTURE

Handout URBAN AGRICULTURE Tour

Delve into Amsterdam‘s history of tolerance and confront the question: „How tolerant can we be of intolerance?“. Visit the Holocaust memorial, reflect on resistance (and non-resistance) during Nazi occupation, and engage in discussions on contemporary issues like migration, fear, and racism.

Welcome to the
Multicultural East

TOLERANCE & MIGRATION

Handout CIRCULAR CITY Tour

All our existing tours can be booked as a Basic or a Special Tour, depending on your group, availability, interests and budget.

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OPTIONAL TO YOUR TOUR

Volunteer activtity

Make a change by giving back to the community. Opt for a volunteer activity during your tour, such as neighborhood clean-up or urban gardening. Dedicate some extra time, and we‘ll make your experience more meaningful.

Community meal

Connect with each and the local community other over a shared meal. Enjoy lunch in a community centre or an amazing dinner, prepared by initiatives that support local farmers.

Creative workshop

Get out of your head and into your body. Use art to visualize your utopia or learn about identity by joining a dance class. Our workshops add a deep dive to your experience and are a fun way to get to know your team.

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  • "We loved our tour with Berber. She was funny, engaging, and full of knowledge. We not only learned about the city’s rich history but also about its efforts in sustainability, including community urban agriculture and innovation labs. The tour was so much more than just a visit to important buildings—it highlighted unique initiatives like a restaurant training immigrants and a fair-trade chocolate store."

    Tedd Saunders: CEO of EcoLogical Solutions

  • “The Counterculture & Gentrification Tour by Berber was fantastic. Over 2.5 hours, we explored the intriguing NDSM shipyard in Amsterdam, full of surprising constructions, street art, and fascinating stories.”

    Traveler in Amsterdam

  • "We at CIEE Amsterdam proudly partner with Tours That Matter, bringing hundreds of students each year to explore the city through engaging and insightful tours. The guides are passionate and versatile storytellers, helping us see new sides of Amsterdam and leaving students with a deeper understanding of the city. Highly recommend!"

    CIEE Amsterdam
    Academic Program Manager

  • "I loved the tours! They were engaging, focused on local communities, and highlighted social topics, told by an amazing guide, making the experience both fun and educational. I enjoyed meeting different people throughout the tour and learning about their work."

    George Sebastian
    Student

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