Small Group LGBTQ+ History Walking Tour in Amsterdam
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Is Small Group LGBTQ+ History Walking Tour in Amsterdam worth booking?
Small Group LGBTQ+ History Walking Tour in Amsterdam is a 2-hour experience in Amsterdam, Netherlands, from $30 per person. It scores 68 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 11 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 68 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (11)
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $30 per person
Be inspired by centuries of LGBTQ+ Amsterdammers who beat the odds and changed the world. Walk with an engaging storyteller through the UNESCO World Heritage Canal Belt to uncover this long history. LGBTQ+ Amsterdammers
What you get
About this experience
Be inspired by centuries of LGBTQ+ Amsterdammers who beat the odds and changed the world. Walk with an engaging storyteller through the UNESCO World Heritage Canal Belt to uncover this long history. LGBTQ+ Amsterdammers have always been part of the fabric of the city. Far too often, however, only the 20th century is discussed. This small-group walking tour through Amsterdam’s most beautiful neighborhoods explores the full breadth of the history and the community. The tour goes from a 17th-century lesbian love triangle to a 21st-century drag queen, from a 19th-century bisexual ruler to a 17th-century intersex soldier. We start at the nightlife hub of Rembrandtplein walking to iconic spots along the Canal Belt including the Homomonument, which was groundbreaking when it was unveiled and remains a place of both celebration and mourning. You’ll leave the tour inspired and with a full sense of Amsterdam and its LGBTQ+ community.
What's included
Included
- A local guide who is a storyteller and history fanatic, giving a sense of the LGBTQIA+ community
Not included
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Rembrandtplein
After a flying overview of Amsterdam, you'll hear stories of LGBTQ clubgoers, a married king who had affairs with men, and the world's first legal gay marriage - all in Amsterdam's nightlife center.
20 minutes here
Munt Tower (Munttoren)
Learn how a shopkeeper here tried to protect his friends in the face of state violence.
15 minutes here
Discover how a familiar name is connected to LGBTQIA history in a way that the Catholic church tried to keep hidden.
15 minutes here
Emperor's Canal (Keizersgracht)
This canal has some wild stories, including the Pope of the Gays, a 17th-century literary lesbian love triangle, and a pompous doctor who may have accidentally given lesbians legal cover.
20 minutes here
Gay Monument
Since its unveiling, this has been a place of both celebration and mourning for Amsterdam's LGBTQIA community. We use it to celebrate a badass lesbian hero.
15 minutes here
Herengracht
Get inspired by the queer Resistance fighters who worked in this inconspicuous canal house.
15 minutes here
Torensluis
End your tour inspired by the surprising message in the story a trans soldier who served in 18th-century Amsterdam's militia!
20 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Amsterdam
We’ll meet in front of Café Lellebel, just off of Rembrandtplein
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
The tour ends on the Torensluis bridge, by the Multatuli sculpture.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Badass Tours
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 11 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
10 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
2 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Traveler reviews
11 verified traveler reviews for Small Group LGBTQ+ History Walking Tour in Amsterdam. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
So glad I attended this tour!
Our guide was knowledgeable and friendly and kept it casual, inviting us to interact with the info she shared. Colorful characters from Amsterdam's past were brought to life for us during the tour. Educational and inspiring! Recommended.
via Tripadvisor
Beautiful and inspiring stories
I loved going on this tour with Elyzabeth, she told about so many LGBTQIA+ heroes that would otherwise be forgotten. Thank you Elyzabeth for your work and respect for these otherwise forgotten heroes
Response from the operator: That means so much to me for you to say. Thank you - and thanks for going on our LGBTQ+ History Tour in the first place!
via Tripadvisor
10/10 Learning about queer icons and heroes
Loved the tour- interesting facts as well ad moving and inspiring stories
Response from the operator: We're so glad you like our Queer Heroes tour. It's our favorite way to celebrate Amsterdam Pride. Thank you for coming!
via Tripadvisor
Queer Heroes of Amsterdam Pride - A Great Tour
A very informative and engaging tour with Elyzabeth. We joined the Queer Heroes of Amsterdam Pride Tour in a small group and it was so enlightening to hear about people who have not had their story told in the mainstream. Thank you.
Response from the operator: That's so kind of you to say! I love spending Amsterdam Pride revelling in these stories, so I'm so glad to hear that you enjoyed them!
via Tripadvisor
Amazing LGBTQ+ History Tour
My fiancée and I went on the "LGBTQ+ History Tour". It was refreshing learning about members of the LGBTQIA+ community and the roles they played in Amsterdams history. It gives you a different perspective from what you usually hear when you go on a historical tour or what you usually learn from history books. Our guide was Liesbeth. She was really friendly and knowledgeable. We felt comfortable right from the start and we had a great time - we barely noticed that we had walked two hours through Amsterdams streets. 😄Many thanks to Liesbeth and the company for doing such important work 🏳️🌈
Response from the operator: We're so glad you enjoyed the LGBTQ+ History tour - and Liesbeth will be thrilled to hear your kind words. This history is really important to us, so we're always happy to hear that guests connected with it.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $30 to $39
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 4
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 68
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Small Group LGBTQ+ History Walking Tour in Amsterdam: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Amsterdam.
How much does Small Group LGBTQ+ History Walking Tour in Amsterdam cost?
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Prices start at $30 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Amsterdam usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Small Group LGBTQ+ History Walking Tour in Amsterdam take?
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Plan for about 2 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Amsterdam is not rushed.
Is Small Group LGBTQ+ History Walking Tour in Amsterdam worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 68 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 11 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Amsterdam, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Small Group LGBTQ+ History Walking Tour in Amsterdam?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Small Group LGBTQ+ History Walking Tour in Amsterdam suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Small Group LGBTQ+ History Walking Tour in Amsterdam?
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Around 4 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Amsterdam can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Amsterdam and add a light layer if any part of the 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Small Group LGBTQ+ History Walking Tour in Amsterdam start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Amsterdam within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Amsterdam?
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On Outty we rank every Amsterdam experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Amsterdam Canal Cruise with Local Guide and Small Group, Guided Bike Tour of Amsterdam's Highlights & Hidden Gems, Amsterdam: Luxury Canal Cruise including Cocktails & Snacks. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Amsterdam?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Amsterdam?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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