Amsterdam: The Life of Anne Frank Walking Tour

Highlights

• Walk in Anne Frank’s footsteps and learn about her life before going into hiding
• Visit the schools and neighborhoods where Anne grew up
• See the bookstore where Anne bought her diary
• Discover the home of Miep Gies, one of the family’s courageous helpers
• Explore Amsterdam South, a beautiful area off the tourist trail

Description

Discover Anne Frank’s Life on a Walking Tour in Amsterdam

Discover the story of Anne Frank beyond the Secret Annex on this guided Anne Frank walking tour in Amsterdam. Explore the Amsterdam South neighbourhood where Anne spent much of her childhood, learn about her life before she went into hiding, and visit the places connected to the young girl behind the world-famous diary.

Born in Frankfurt, Germany, on June 12, 1929, Anne Frank moved to Amsterdam with her family in 1934, as her father, Otto Frank, sought to escape the growing persecution of Jewish people under the Nazi regime. Amsterdam became the setting for an important part of Anne’s childhood, before her family was forced into hiding during World War II.

Follow in Anne Frank’s Footsteps

During this guided walking tour, discover the places that shaped Anne’s everyday life in Amsterdam. See the school she attended, the bookstore where she bought her famous diary, and the neighbourhood streets and squares where she played with friends.

You’ll also learn about Miep Gies, one of the courageous people who helped Anne’s family while they were in hiding. Discover her connection to the Frank family and how she preserved Anne’s diary after the family’s arrest, helping ensure that Anne’s words would be shared with the world.

With stories and historical insights from your guide, gain a deeper understanding of Anne as a young girl with friends, interests, hopes and dreams—not only as the author of a diary that became one of the most important personal accounts of the Holocaust.

Discover a Different Side of Amsterdam

The tour takes you through Amsterdam South, away from the busy historic city centre. This residential neighbourhood offers a different perspective on Amsterdam, with distinctive architecture, spacious squares and innovative urban planning from the 1920s and 1930s.

As you explore the area where Anne grew up, connect her personal story with the history of the city and the events that changed her life forever.

This Anne Frank neighbourhood walking tour offers a meaningful way to explore her early years, discover lesser-known places in Amsterdam and learn more about the history behind her remarkable diary.