We are Miguel and Pablo, two Spaniards surviving in the cold of Amsterdam, but we are passionate about this city and we want to share it with you. Our interests are art, culture and history.
Explore NDSM: Amsterdam's creative district
Step inside NDSM, a former shipyard that has become the creative and alternative heart of Amsterdam . This tour takes you on a journey to discover the avant-garde spirit of the city, where urban art, industrial architecture and innovation merge in a unique space.
We will take a 10-minute boat ride to the art zone.
Guided by local experts, you’ll tour giant murals , artist studios, and outdoor sculptures that have transformed NDSM into a vibrant hub of artistic expression. We’ll see the famous “crane hotel,” an icon of the area, and learn the history behind notable art projects.
From the IJ-Hallen flea market to street art installations and shipping container bars and cafes , this tour captures the experimental essence of NDSM, ideal for those who want to experience the hippest, alternative side of Amsterdam, away from the traditional tourist circuits.
At the end, you will receive a virtual map with recommendations to continue exploring the corners of NDSM, discovering its bars, galleries and views of the IJ River at your own pace.
I will be standing by the door of the church cafeteria with a black umbrella. Next to the main door of the Nieuw Kerk (New Church)
Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end of the tour the amount that he or she considers appropriate (these usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).
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