Landmarks

Anne Frank Story and World War II Walking Tour

National Monument on Dam Square, Amsterdam

Visitors queue outside Anne Frank House in Amsterdam for audio tour entry.

Anne Frank House exterior with visitors, Amsterdam Jewish Museum and Synagogue in background.

Get a chance to learn about the dark days of World War II and Nazi occupation in Amsterdam through Anne Frank's eyes on this multilingual guided walking tour.

Highlights

Get a deeper understanding of the horrific Nazi occupation and the harrowing experiences of the Jewish community on this multilingual guided walking tour.
Uncover the tragic story behind Anne Frank’s diary and its publication by her father, Otto Frank, as you walk past the Anne Frank House.
Explore Anne Frank’s school, the bookshop she frequented, and the house of Miep Gies, a brave Dutch citizen who sheltered the Franks during the war.
Enrich your journey by strolling through the Jewish neighborhood and past historic sites like the Portuguese Synagogue, while listening to your guide.
Did you know? Anne Frank's diary is one of the best-known documents chronicling life under Nazi occupation.

Inclusions

1.5/2-hr walking tour
Expert English, French, German, or Spanish-speaking tour guide
Local city tax
Small tour group of max. 12 people (optional)
Map with Jewish Quarter highlights & walking routes (optional)

Exclusions

Entry into the Anne Frank House
Entrance ticket to the Jewish Historical Museum and the Portuguese Synagogue

Cancellation policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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Beucher

5/5

Nov, 2024

The tour led by our guide, Gauthier, was really great and comprehensive. He took the time to sound out the group to find out what everyone knew before the tour started, answered all our many questions and left time for photos if necessary. Thanks to him, anyone who hasn't yet read Anne Franck's diary will want to do so!

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Masdoua

5/5

Nov, 2024

Our guide was fascinating. He took us on a tour of Amsterdam's Jewish quarter, with lots of details, all related to Anne Frank's life. Our children, aged 8 and 12, were enthralled. There were many exchanges with them about the diary and life in the annex. We didn't have the chance to visit Anne Frank's house, but we were delighted with our 2-hour walk. We arrived at the meeting point for the canal tour just as the boat was leaving... We had no trouble exchanging our tickets for the next cruise. Amsterdam looks magnificent from the canals

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Marie-pierre

5/5

Nov, 2024

A fascinating tour with our guide Henk. Very good French, very good general knowledge, his comments enabled us to learn more about the Jewish communities through the history of Amsterdam up to the horror of the Second World War. As French-speaking visitors, we recommend Henk's tours with our eyes closed. We'll be back for sure!

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Shirley

5/5

Nov, 2024

Very knowledgeable guide, very professional and friendly. Vert interesting tour, saw parts of the city and leaned about history that we never would have if we didn't do the tour. I would highly recommend.

Maxime

5/5

Nov, 2024

Our guide Henk was enthusiastic and passionate with a sense of humor. His tour took us through the life of Anne Frank and some of the history of Amsterdam's Jews from the 16th century to the present day. It was very interesting on a historical, human, religious and cultural level. An excellent guide, to be recommended.

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Your experience

Viewing Amsterdam through the eyes of Anne Frank

This guided tour will take you back in time to Amsterdam during the days of World War II. Your multilingual guide will navigate you past old monuments and buildings that still hold traces of war. Learn about how the citizens of the city struggled during this troubling time as your guide tells you all about the Winter of Hunger and the February Strike. Continue to walk through the Jewish neighborhood at your own pace and notice the Portuguese synagogue and museum, one of the most important legacies of the Jewish community in Amsterdam. See also the Hollandsche Schouwburg theater, which was converted into a deportation center during the Nazi occupation of Amsterdam. You'll also spot the head office of the Jewish counsel along the way.

A story of bravery and resilience

While you stroll through the Jewish neighborhood, listen to your multilingual guide as they share stories about the Dutch resistance and Anne Frank's life. Visit the places that were frequented by young Anne before she was forced into seclusion with her family. Your guide will give you insights into what her life was like during the 2 years she was in hiding in the Secret Annex.

Know before you go

What to bring

Wear comfortable footwear as this tour involves a fair amount of walking.

Additional information

This tour does not grant you entry into the Anne Frank House but shows you the area where she lived as a child.

My tickets

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Kindly ensure that you arrive 15 minutes before the start time of your tour to avoid any delays.