Delft Private Walking Tour
ID: GYG557834-957743
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Country: Netherlands
Country: Netherlands
Duration: 01:30 hours
Description
Uncover Delft's medieval allure, canals, & historical treasures. Explore Markt Square, discover Vermeer's legacy, and marvel at the 'de Roos' windmill. Join us for an unforgettable experience.
The beautiful medieval city of Delft has a charm of its own, much due to its numerous historical buildings and being ringed with canals that are crisscrossed with bridges. Discover more about the pottery that characterizes this city, the former political importance of Delft and to find out where the famous Dutch painter Johannes Vermeer is buried. At Markt Square, see the New Church, the second-highest church in the Netherlands. Since the Reformation, a Protestant temple has been the burial site of most members of the Royal House of Orange-Nassau, including Queen Juliana and Prince Bernhard. See the Koornbeurs House, one of the oldest buildings in town, dating from the 13th century as a trade-storage house. It stands next to the Old Canal, or Oude Delft, from which the city has grown in the last 750 years. Wonder at the famous Windmill 'de Roos', the last standing medieval mill within Delft’s city centre. Follow your guide in a walk around the town, for an experience you will never forget.
The beautiful medieval city of Delft has a charm of its own, much due to its numerous historical buildings and being ringed with canals that are crisscrossed with bridges. Discover more about the pottery that characterizes this city, the former political importance of Delft and to find out where the famous Dutch painter Johannes Vermeer is buried. At Markt Square, see the New Church, the second-highest church in the Netherlands. Since the Reformation, a Protestant temple has been the burial site of most members of the Royal House of Orange-Nassau, including Queen Juliana and Prince Bernhard. See the Koornbeurs House, one of the oldest buildings in town, dating from the 13th century as a trade-storage house. It stands next to the Old Canal, or Oude Delft, from which the city has grown in the last 750 years. Wonder at the famous Windmill 'de Roos', the last standing medieval mill within Delft’s city centre. Follow your guide in a walk around the town, for an experience you will never forget.
Highlights
- Explore Delft's 11th-century origins and its medieval trade significance.
- Uncover the city's 13th-century foundation and evolution into a major center.
- Learn about Delft's prominence in the 17th century, a hub for arts and printing.
- Discover the impact of the Great Fire, the 80 Years' War, and its role.
- Explore Delft's association with the House of Orange and artistic legacy.
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Entrance of the town hall at Markt Square, Markt 87, 2611 GS Delft, Netherlands
INCLUDED
NOT INCLUDED
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.