Discovery walk: Amsterdam’s City Centre - an alternative route

Want a different take on the city centre? Go on this playful walk created by our co-founders, Kristina & Wendy, to make wonderful new memories. Follow location-based riddles to discover our favourite Greek take-away shop, the most original gift store, a turtle statue, a skinny bridge and sunny terraces – in gardens, with riverviews and on rooftops! Along the way, learn about the history of the city and its inhabitants.

This playful alternative walk across Amsterdam’s city centre sharpens your senses and encourages you to appreciate the most wonderful – and often hidden – details around you. Whether you know Amsterdam or just start exploring here, this experience gives you a perspective on discovery that will inspire your curiosity wherever you go next.

Local wonders you’ll discover on this walk include:

• Nieuwmarkt and the old city gate

• The famous Rembrandt Huis

• The Waterlooplein flea market

• Strolling along the gorgeous Amstel riverside

• Utrechtsestraat (great for (window)shopping!)

• The hustle and bustle of Rembrandtplein

This discovery walk is an educational and fun activity for friends, couples, families with kids, curious locals, visitors, and team building. You can fully enjoy this experience of connecting with the city while staying in your own group.

Important information:

• This is a self-guided city discovery experience

• You can play in a team of 1–5 people

• Right after booking, you receive the play link to the City Trail (sent by email from Secret City Trails)

• This trail is available in English 

• The link is valid for 90 days, starting on the date you booked the activity for

• Discover the city at your own pace, take as many breaks as you like

• You need internet connection and a little data. You'll play on your browser. No app download is needed.