Amsterdam: Anne Frank Story Walk & canal cruise
Discover Amsterdam from the water and on foot while following the powerful story of Anne Frank.
This unique combination starts with an iconic Amsterdam canal cruise, followed by a self-guided Anne Frank Story Walk through the historic city centre.
Your experience starts at THIS IS HOLLAND, located at Overhoeksplein 51, directly opposite Amsterdam Central Station. After check-in, you will receive your boarding pass for the canal cruise and all the information you need for the Anne Frank Story Walk.
Step aboard one of Amsterdam’s newest 100% electric canal boats and enjoy a relaxing 75-minute cruise through the UNESCO-listed canal belt. Glide quietly along the famous canals and admire historic canal houses, charming bridges and world-famous sights.
During the cruise, you will pass highlights such as the Anne Frank House, the iconic Westerkerk with its famous Westertoren, the picturesque Jordaan district, the Skinny Bridge, the world-famous Dancing Houses and countless monumental buildings from the Dutch Golden Age. Along the way, you will hear fascinating stories about Amsterdam’s rich history and culture.
After the canal cruise, continue your experience with the Anne Frank Story Walk.
Follow Anne Frank’s story through the streets where she lived before going into hiding. Discover locations connected to her childhood, learn more about her family and experience how Amsterdam changed during the Second World War. The walk offers a meaningful insight into the life and legacy of Anne Frank while exploring the neighbourhoods that played an important role in her story.
By combining Amsterdam’s most famous canal cruise with an impressive historical walk, this is one of the most complete and meaningful ways to discover the city.