The 4 Best Walking Tours in Haarlem

1.The rise of Haarlem: Culture, History, Art and Architecture Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 59 reviews · from $55Our pick

Walk Haarlem with guide James through the Grote Markt, medieval lanes, hofjes, windmill views, museums, and WWII stories. This two-and-a-half-hour English tour covers about 4 km in a group of no more than six. It suits history, architecture, art, and photography lovers, but Sunday hofjes visits are not possible.

“Small group tour ended up being a private tour and it was excellent. We’ve done several tours on our European tour this year and this one was definitely the best. Our guide was very detailed, knowledgeable and articulate. Highly recommend.”

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2.City Highlights Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 32 reviews · 2 hours · from $25Best value

Walk Haarlem with an English-speaking local guide, visiting Grote Markt, the Spaarne, Amsterdamse Poort, historic hofjes, and the Corrie ten Boom area. You’ll hear about Haarlem’s beer and tulip traditions, meet figures such as Frans Hals and Corrie ten Boom, and get practical local tips. Manuel has led the tour for some bookings.

“It was nice experience. The guide was knowledgeable and willing to give more information about the city. I liked the city even more after the tour. The only thing was the weather - it was cold and windy”

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3.Haarlem Old Town Private Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 24 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $265

Spend about three hours exploring Haarlem with a private English-speaking guide such as Sasha, Hana, or Anastasia. See the railway station, Kenau and Ripperda monument, Hofje van Bakenes, Malle Babbe, WWII sites, Grote Markt, and De Jopenkerk brewery. Museum admission, food, and drinks cost extra.

“This tour was wonderful! We saw a lot of the main sites plus some hidden gems. Sasha is a wonderful tour guide! He speaks English very well and is very knowledgeable! I would highly recommend Sasha and this tour!”

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4.2 Hours Walking Tour Throughout History & Highlights of Haarlem

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 18 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $25

Walk through Haarlem with a local guide such as Ronald or Manuel, tracing the city from Grote Markt to the Spaarne, Amsterdamse Poort, De Koepel, Molen De Adriaan, hofjes, and Corrie ten Boom’s story. Expect an English tour for up to 15 people, with outdoor viewing only and plenty of city history.

“Manuel was a very nice and enjoyable guide:) he made 2 hours look like minutes.. looking forward for the next 😊”

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