THE NETHERLANDS · DESTINATION
The Dutch classics.
The 11 most popular delft tours in the Netherlands. What each one is really like, who runs it, and what it costs.
A 9-hour day trip from Amsterdam covering The Hague, Rotterdam, and Delft, with a Peace Palace walk, Markthal free time, and Royal Delft entry.
“Great way to explore unknown territory. Highly recommend this tour.”
Delft’s Old and New Churches in 1.5 hours: William of Orange’s mausoleum, Vermeer’s tomb, and the leaning John tower for $11.
“prachtige kerk, veel historie. de plattegrond die je meekrijgt geeft al veel info. de " rondwandeling " om het praalgraf is fantastisch gedaan. Middels videoschermen ( en ook geschreven tekst) worden historische tijdlijnen en personen besproken. heel mooi gedaan. De maquette van de grafkelder was ook erg mooi en verhelderend.”
Sip four Delft craft beers in a medieval Delft brewery setting, with Bavarian pretzels and a homemade dip. Value-priced for South Holland.
“I don’t usually drink beer, but these craft beers tasted nice. My partner enjoyed it very much too. He’s more of a connoisseur.”
1.5-hour guided walk in Delft’s center. Leaning Old Church, royal crypts, Vermeer, and blue pottery stories for $24.
“Frans quickly engaged our small group and personalized the tour. He paced each stop and clearly explained the history and architectural significance. He invited questions and posed questions of his own to encourage our understanding. Cheerful and fully knowledgeable. His enthusiasm for his city was evident. We enjoyed the tour. One of the best we’ve…”
A private 2-hour walk through Delft’s Golden Age with stories tied to Vermeer, Van Leeuwenhoek, and Hugo de Groot.
“Le guide, très sympathique au demeurant, avait une maitrise moyenne du français ce qui ne nous a pas vraiment permis de profiter de ses connaissances.”
2.5-hour private walking tour of Delft: Vermeer sights, Agnetapark, Delft Blue pottery, and the New Church’s royal tombs.
“A very good service, and very friendly, definirle recomendable.”
Non-electric step scooter tour through Delft: Mill de Roos, Agnetapark, Hofje van Pauw, Markt and Old Church. 1.5 hours, $32.
“Dikke aanrader! Wij (4 jonge meiden) hebben genoten van deze leuke tour op de step door Delft waarbij je de stad steeds beter leert kennen. Leuk om een stukje geschiedenis verteld te krijgen, weer even verder te steppen door deze levende stad tot het volgende verhaal. Volop ruimte voor vragen, improvisatie door de gids op…”
A 2.5-hour private guided walk in Delft with stops tied to William of Orange, Vermeer, Delft Blue pottery, and scenic canals.
“Sehr gute Führung, inbesondere historische Infos sowie über Historische Architektur”
Guided Christmas walk in Delft with oliebollen, glühwein, cookie tastings, candle-making stories, and two churches in 90 minutes.
“Geweldige rondleiding gehad door prachtig Delft onder begeleiding van hele goede gids Astrid heel kundig en met veel passie deed ze deze tour top gids.”
Step into Paul Tetar van Elven’s preserved 19th-century canal house in Delft, with Delft blue, porcelain, and a painted salon ceiling.
“Geweldig enthousiaste gids Het was n belevenis”
Private Delft walk with a local guide, then Royal Delft Museum and factory visit with audio guide, transfers, and tickets included.
“We had a wonderful time viewing Delft with a lovely guide. He really explained all about the history and allowed us enough time for photographs and questions. He also organised our transport for us, which was quite special. Definitely recommended”
