On this half-day private tour, you will discover Leiden and Delft. See the highlights of both old cities together together with our passionate guide. A transfer between the cities is included.
You'll see Leiden, known its stunning canals and classy streets. Step back in time as you explore its old center. The city that heroically survived a Spanish siege in 1574 is full of stories: it was the home of Rembrandt, the oldest university of the country, and the Pilgrim Fathers.
And you'll visit Delft, a picturesque town full of centuries-old facades, squares, churches and canals. The city of Johannes Vermeer is known for its Delft Blue pottery, the final resting place of the Orange family, and its top-rated Technical University. You'll be impressed by its charm.
You can do this tour both ways: starting in Delft or starting in Leiden. You can also choose to be picked up and dropped off somewhere else, like in Amsterdam. And remember: It is you who determines the pace of this tour.
This is a 5 minute walk away from Leiden Central Station. Your tour of the city starts here.
This is the same type of mill that the parents of Rembrandt owned.
Let's find out more about it.
This is a much used concert hall.
You will learn more about its history (going back to the 12th century!) and current use.
It is an iconic building that you cannot miss during the tour. Your guide will tell you about it!
It is located on top of a hill and adds to the particular character of Leiden.
There you will see the second-tallest church tower of the country, that is the final resting place of the Orange family, Delft's 17th-century town hall and much more. On your way there, you will cross Delft's oldest and second-oldest canals.
Where did the brewers go? You will also see the Old Church, perhaps the most recognizable building of the city. How old is it exactly and why is it leaning?
What is this building and why was it so important?
The Father of the Fatherland has been assassinated here! Let's find out more about it.
We will pass by a large former weapons Armory of the V.O.C. Let's find out more about Delft's role in the golden days of the Dutch Republic. Also around here, we can take a look at the exact spot where Vermeer was standing when he made his painting 'View of Delft'.
This is a picturesque square, often crowded with people. They used to organize animal markets here. On your way, you will pass by some former Delft Blue pottery manufacturers, an old synagogue, and the oldest hospital of the Netherlands.
If you book an option that includes a pick-up and drop-off, you will be picked up from the location you select, up to 1 hour before the tour starts. You are dropped off again afterwards. We will contact you beforehand to coordinate this.
If you book an option that does not include a pick-up and a drop-off, you will meet your guide at the meeting point.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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