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Amsterdam: Windmill Guided Tour

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About the activity

Explore the working Amsterdam-Sloten Windmill in Amsterdam West accompanied by your guide. Learn about its history, see how it works and learn how the Dutch keep their feet dry.

  • Free cancellation
    Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
  • Instant confirmation & Mobile tickets
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  • Skip the line
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  • Live guiding
    Dutch, English, German
  • Duration
    45 minutes
  • Includes
    • Entrance fees
    • Tour guide
    • Hotel pickup and drop-off
    • Food and drinks
Highlights & Description

Highlights

  • See the wings turn on a functional windmill that dates back to the 19th century
  • Learn from your guide how the windmill protects the low-lying Amsterdam West
  • Take in panoramic views of the Ringvaart Canal and the surrounding areas
  • Admire wax figures painted by the iconic Dutch painter Rembrandt van Rijn
  • Enjoy a fun-filled day out that's more than likely to delight the whole family

Description

Step into the shoes of a Dutch miller at the Sloten Windmill. Accompanied by your guide, experience a fully functioning water pumping mill on the outskirts of picturesque Amsterdam.

Enjoy the unique opportunity to explore one of the few windmills open to the public. Dating back to 1847, the Sloten Windmill still controls the water levels in low-lying Amsterdam West. Before entering, marvel at the quaint thatched roof and hardy oak build. Follow your guide through the windmill. Learn how it works, see the wings turning, and discover its fascinating history.

As you climb up the windmill, hear stories of nearby villages Sloten and Old Osdorp. In the attic, wonder at wax characters painted by the famous Dutch painter Rembrandt van Rijn.
From the top, enjoy a panoramic view of the surrounding canals.

Good to know before you go
  • Childer under 12 years old must be accompanied by an adult
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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the cancellation policy for this activity?
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
2. When will I receive the confirmation of my booking?
You will receive an email notification right after your successful payment. If you don't see it in your inbox, check your spam or junk mail folder. When the payment is completed you have the option to download your ticket directly.
3. What does the 'skip the line' ticket mean?
'Skip the line' tickets provide the fastest possible entry with no or very little queuing.
4. Are mobile tickets enough or do I have to print them?
Tickets don't need to be printed. You can show your ticket from your smartphone as a PDF.
  • Adults
    18-64 years
  • Seniors
    65-99 years
  • Youth
    12-17 years
  • Children
    4-11 years
  • Infants
    0-3 years
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