Discover Leiden: From Pilgrims to Painters in Historic Key City

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What's included

• Official Guide

Not included

• Gratuities

Itinerary

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   Pass byStarting outside the Molen de Valk, we'll talk about the last surviving windmill that would have graced the city walls. (we do not go into the Museum)

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   Pass byThe green jewel of the city, we'll travel along this path that outlines the city's natural fortifications.

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   Pass byOne of two of the remaining city gates

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   Pass byA 600 year old mill that is still operational.

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   Pass byThe oldest botanical gardens in the country, and one of the finest examples of medical garden anywhere in the world. It's home to rare specimens gathered during the height of the Dutch East Indian Trading Company, and the place the Tulip craze originated.

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   Pass byLearn about the famous and brilliant who called Leiden University home. Find out how the the early buildings were repurposed after the Siege of Leiden.

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   Pass byThe historic gothic cathedral for the Patron of the city. learn about the Pilgrims who called Leiden home

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   Pass byEarly 13th century building and former prison for the City of Leiden. From that moment on, death sentences were carried out on the square in front of the Gravensteen (the Court of Justice). In 1556, the Gravensteen was expanded with a cell block that is still intact. In 1598 the prison was provided with a disciplinary house and in 1655 a spider and rasp house. Finally, a new four-scissor (the place where the court was held) was built in 1672. At the end of the nineteenth century, the building fell increasingly into disuse. The last death penalty was carried out here in 1856.

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   A historic, atmospheric street in the heart of Leiden, located in the Pieterskwartier. It is known for its unique, authentic shops, studios and catering establishments, right next to the famous Pieterskerk. The street is characterized by old buildings (average year of construction 1735) and is part of the atmospheric, academic city center. Known for specialty stores and restaurants, such as the Moers tea shop, silver workshops and various boutiques.

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    Pass byThe home of a weekly street market that's more than 600 years old

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    Pass byStunning, massive Cathedral in the heart of Leiden's oldest quarter.

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    Pass byA Burcht dating back from 1100.

Good to know

• · Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• · Service animals allowed
• · Public transportation options are available nearby
• · Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Where it starts

Map shows the general area. You'll get the exact meeting point and directions with your confirmation.