LGBTQI+ History Tour of Amsterdam

LGBTQI+ History Tour of Amsterdam

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About This Tour in Amsterdam

This Queer Gay Historical Tour is about 400 year of gay history. How come the Netherlands was the first in the world with a homo monument in 1987 and gay marriage in 2001. Amsterdam as gay capital how did that happen? Gay emancipation throughout times. How it was to be gay in the 17th Century. How did we get from being a sodomite in the 17th Century to LGBT now, the importance of language. This 2 hour walk through Amsterdam is illustrated with stories about gay heroes, activist, writers, poetry and resistance fighters. This is a circle story telling about the gay family, how we are all different but all belong to the gay community. This is the one and only LGBT Gay Tour in Amsterdam that will tell you that. Straight people more then welcome We start at the Homo monument and end at “het Mandje”, the oldest gay bar in the world on the Zeedijk. Your guide Henk is a great historian and story teller according to earlier participants.

Why Visit Amsterdam?

Amsterdam is a charming canal city known for its artistic heritage and vibrant culture. Explore world-class museums, cruise picturesque canals, and experience historic architecture. Amsterdam offers a unique blend of history, art, and modern urban life.

Getting to Amsterdam

The easiest way to reach Amsterdam is by flying into Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS). The city is well-connected by public transportation, including trains, buses, and metro systems. Taxis and rideshare services are also readily available. Train connections from major European cities make Amsterdam easily accessible by rail as well.

What's Included

  • Tour escort/host

What's Not Included

  • The tour includes only the tour guide, bring your own water and walking shoes.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Additional Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • As its a walking tour for about 2 hours you should be able to keep up. Wheelchairs is possible as we have had them in the tour.

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Meeting and Pickup

Meeting Point

The start of the LGBT History Tour, for gay victims in past, present and future

Henk will be at the pink triangle that sticks into the Keizerscanal. Look out for the rainbow flag.

End Point

We finish the tour on the Zeedijk. Walking distance from Central Station.

Pickup Information

Pickup Option: All travelers must meet at start point

Itinerary

Tour Itinerary

The start of the LGBT History Tour, for gay victims in past, present and future 30 minutes

The start of the LGBT History Tour, for gay victims in past, present and future. Henk will tell how the Netherlands got to get the first monument in the world.

We will walk along the canals towards Dam square, looking at 17th Century houses

We will walk along the canals towards Dam square, looking at 17th Century houses. Explaining how it is the first example of city planning in the world.

We will see and hear the origin of... 15 minutes

We will see and hear the origin of the Royal Palace on Dam square and what it has to do with gay life in the 17th Century. We don't have time to visit the Palace but it worth a visit.

The central square in Amsterdam, Holland 10 minutes

The central square in Amsterdam, Holland. Has a long history, what happens here? Also everything LGBT related.

Walking through the red light district and what...

Walking through the red light district and what is the leather street of Amsterdam. Ask Henk about details if interested about the red light district.

China town, once the roughest street ever in Amsterdam

China town, once the roughest street ever in Amsterdam. The oldest gay bar in Amsterdam. And why German soldiers in WOII were not allowed in this part of the city. We end at the bar of Bet van Beeren.

Frequently Asked Questions

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