Things to Do in Utrecht
Discover Utrecht! Go local with Bart!
Utrecht is one of the oldest cities in the Netherlands. A smaller and easygoing version of Amsterdam it’s called sometimes. But it’s so much more than that! Utrecht is a vibrant university city, filled with quaint shops, old brown bars, hidden oasis and oh yeah plenty of canals and gabled houses.
During this tour I will show you around town. Being a historian in an old town like Utrecht is a bit like being Charlie in the Chocolate factory. So there will be many old stories. Other things will be talked about as well. How come we don’t get into accidents with all those bicycles? How does Utrecht try to create a modern living climate? And questions? I love questions! Ask me anything! (Well almost anything).
The tour will include some unmissable highlights. The cathedral. The Canals. But it will also take you to some hidden gems, so quiet and peaceful, you will forget you’re in the fourth largest city of the Netherlands. It’s impossible to get to know all of Utrecht in one walk, but at the end of my tour you will have a pretty good idea what Utrecht is all about.
We start and end at the Cathedral Square (Domplein), next to the statue of Jan van Nassau.
Come with me. Get to know one of the loveliest towns in the Netherlands. Make the most of your time in good old Utrecht!
(The minimum number of participants in principle is 5. If the minimum number of participants has not been reached two hours before the start, the tour is automatically cancelled.
Trajectum is the name of a small Roman fort built in 50 AD to mark and protect the northern border of the empire. Together with this fort the history of this wonderful city called Utrecht begins to be written.
How did that small fort become one of the most modern and innovative cities in the Netherlands and all of Europe?
Join me on this walk, let's answer this and many more questions together and enjoy the most beautiful and interesting places that a city so full of history has to offer.
Don't let its age fool you! This place I call home continues to be a vibrant and lively city with a huge variety of cultural, recreational and gastronomic offerings that you cannot miss.
I'll wait for you at Vredenburg Square (at the intersection of Vlaamse Toren and Hollandse Toren) a few meters from the bus stop with the same name.
Remember, this is a drama-free tour, so alcohol, drugs or any type of offensive behavior towards group members or the inhabitants of Utrecht is not accepted.
I am very excited to meet you and create memorable moments together.
Greetings,
Will 🌷
Explore the city of Utrecht on this fun walking tour!
Hi, my name is Lucas and i'll be your guide in Utrecht!
I am a local from Utrecht and have been doing these tours for many years
Are you ready to meet a fun group of people, explore Utrecht, and try out traditional Dutch cookies?
We'll start at Dom Square and I'll take you walking around Utrecht for about 1.5 to 2 hours.
You will make some new friends, listen to fascinating stories, view beautiful hidden places, and try some cheese at the local market.
What will we see?
- Dom Tower (and why there is a part missing)
- Canals and its upper and lower street levels
- The square where there used to be a castle of peace (Vredenburg)
- A statue that represents a man, with a very special occupation. Who? You'll get to take a guess during the tour!
- 3 hidden gardens
- A bar inside a church (great to go and have a drink or bite to eat after the tour)
- Dutch parking garage for bicycles.
- A house with a door that seems to be an illusion and has a story about pretzels.
- A look inside the centrally located library of Utrecht and the square it is located at.
- Pointers for nice restaurants and bars along the way.
Dutch weather:
Ah yes our weather... It can be unpredictable sometimes, sunshine first and then rain a few hours later.
But don't worry, because during the tour there will be enough spots to keep us dry. If rain is expected then bring an umbrella or raincoat.
Starting point
The tour starts and ends at the Dom Square.
Join us to explore Utrecht on this guided walking tour. We'll pass the city's most iconic monuments, stroll along historic streets and visit hidden gems.
Utrecht is a multicultural city, which makes it a city with a unique charm and its history of more than 2,000 years will take us back to a Romanesque and medieval past within minutes of starting the tour.
We will walk together for about two hours and we will learn why Utrecht is the most beautiful university city in the Netherlands.
We will see its monuments, we will learn about the famous canals of Utrecht and you will learn about Dutch culture which is full of history, peculiar places, curiosities, monuments, canals and much more!
It is one of the hidden treasures of the Netherlands!!!
Places to visit:
- Roman Empire, origin of Utrecht
- Cathedral Dom
- sun tower
- Pandhof
- House of Anne Maria van Schuurman
- Krakeling House
- Oudegracht canals and witches' cottage
- Cheese tasting
- Winkel and sinkel, cranes
- Neude
- City Castle
- Vredenburgplein
- Schuilkerk
- Nijntje
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
- If reservations are made for more than 8 people in the same reservation, it will be applied as a private tour
- Not allowed
the consumption of alcoholic beverages or drugs DURING the tour!
- Punctuality is requested out of respect for the other participants on the tour. The maximum wait in case of delay is 5 minutes.
Thank you for your understanding and punctuality!!
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Utrecht is one of the oldest and most beautiful cities in the Netherlands. Since the time of the Romans , this beautiful city has written important chapters in history, becoming over time an attractive and modern reference city today both in the Netherlands and in Europe. It is, without a doubt, a jewel that I would like to share with everyone.
In my tour of the historic center of the city , I will not only show you some of the most iconic monuments and places in the city and I will tell its history, but I will also share local culture, various anecdotes, the daily life of its inhabitants and I will give you tips and suggestions for your free time and make the most of your stay in the city. Of course, I will attend and I will gladly answer all your questions 😉
Some of the places we will visit during the tour:
- Domplein (Cathedral Square)
- Dom (St. Martin's Cathedral)
- Domhof (Cloister of St. Martin's Cathedral)
- House of Anna Maria van Schurman
- Paushuize (House of Pope Adrian VI)
- Neude (busy square)
- Oudegracht (fairway)
- Winkel van Sinkel & Ganzenmarkt Tunnel
- Stadhuis (Utrecht Town Hall)
- Vredenburgplein (Old Vredenburg Castle Square)
- Nijntje (famous children's animated character)
- Schuilkerk (Olivier Cafe)
To consider:
- We start the tour next to the statue of Count Jan van Nassau in Domplein, the cathedral square in Utrecht.
- You will recognize me by my umbrella and by my smile. 🙂
- The maximum courtesy waiting time is 5 minutes out of respect for participants who arrive on time.
Looking forward to sharing this destination with everyone.
Thank you very much in advance for your punctuality!
Any questions or concerns about the tour or other possibilities, do not hesitate to ask.
All the best!
Eduardo





































