Black Heritage Tour in Amsterdam

Visiting Amsterdam from the canals is the best way to get experience this beautiful historic city. The tour journey begins in the heart of the city. While exploring the African legacies of the past and diverse Dutch culture, we will pass several historically and culturally significant landmarks such as the West India House, the Hortus Botanicus and many more.

The tour cruises along the Amsterdam canals and UNESCO World Heritage Sites, giving you a chance to explore the city's 'hidden history' of early Black presence, colonial symbols on canal houses, national monuments and museums. You will learn about a recently revealed Black community that lived in Amsterdam as early as the 16th Century alongside the history of the wealthiest merchants who were Directors of the WIC (West India Company) or the VOC (United Dutch East India Company), shareholders or owners of plantations in the Dutch colonies.
The tour continues visiting historical landmarks that include the Maritime Museum where a replica of an 18th century VOC ‘cargo ship' is docked, which is a similar type of ship outfitted to transport enslaved Africans. After the tour you may choose from many of the great restaurants in the area to commemorate and reflect on your experience.

We also offer other private tour packages or customized catered tour experiences for you and your group. For more information email us at: [email protected]

Black Heritage Tours Amsterdam