Exploring the other side of Amsterdam

We assemble at the I Amsterdam store at the end of the IJ-passage at Amsterdam Central Station. We take the ferry across the water and view Amsterdam from the brand new ADAM Tower. History will come alive and with a little imagination, you will see past sea battles, VOC (East India Company) ships, the old harbor, the departing ships of the Holland-America line, and the development of the petrochemical industry, all within a context of old and modern architecture. Back on ground level, we take a walk along the banks of Het IJ and here you can see a vista of transformation. An old crane, and shipyards as the focal points of a district in transition, an abandoned submarine, and all kinds of workshops alongside brand new offices and lofts. On the way, I will tell you about the concerns of Amsterdam becoming the next Venice, explain how to avoid tourist crowds, and direct you to shops and spots of interest. We’ll end our walk at the NDSM dockyard. From there the ferry takes us back to the other side.Book for the beginning of your trip so you can explore Amsterdam from another side!Practical info: – Put on your walking shoes – Bring your own map (highly recommended) – Take binoculars with you (highly recommended)