Utrecht tours, things to do and tickets

Discover the most beautiful city of The Netherlands while tasting delicious vegan treats with us. During the 6 km guided walking tour, you pass the iconic Dom Tower, you will set foot in the ancient wharves of the city canals, discover why ‘soft opening’ doesn’t translate to Dutch, and learn about the longest street poem in the world. You will try a local specialty called bitter balls, taste the best falafel you’ve ever had, get some surprisingly delicious sweet treats, and much more! Do you want to feel like a real Dutchie? Hop on a bicycle and join our vegan cycling tour in the outer parts of Utrecht. You will pedal along the longest city park and discover some hidden gems in urban Utrechts. Getting hungry from all that exercise? We’ve got you covered. What about the perfect cinnamon roll, haute cuisine tastings, and a traditional Dutch saté for dinner? Tours are available in English.

With this kayak tour you will definitely experience Utrecht at its best! The Domtower, the Old Canal and it’s beautiful buildings. Along the way I will tell you everything you want to know about the city and its history.

We start by navigating the green and beautiful 'ring-canal' going round the city. Halfway we’ll have a drink (included in the price). Thereafter, we will paddle through the famous Old Canal with its beautiful 'wharves' and vibrant terraces. A unique and joyful tour that you’ll never forget.

Go on a quest around Utecht by solving clues to find an elusive monster hiding in the city, all with the help of your smartphone. Unlock new stories as you discover on your own the Dom Tower, Mariaplaats, Pandhof Domkerk, and more.

+ Discover amazing houses, churches, and museums
+ Find out memorable stories of the city
+ Solve clues and discover hidden gems

Each clue will lead you from one place to another, giving you exact directions, so you won’t need a map, a GPS or a guide. When you solve it and guess the answer, the secret story of that place is unlocked.

It will take you from 1 to 2 hours to complete, but there’s no time limit, you can finish it at your own pace.

You won’t need a guide, just download the app, go to the starting point and you’re ready to go. After purchase, you can play anytime without rescheduling.

Experience a new way to discover a city with this 'gamified' tour! Explore Utrecht during this self-guided walking tour that lets you see the city in a different light. You'll even learn about hidden spots most locals don't know about!

Immerse yourself in a uniquely crafted story as you solve engaging puzzles that highlight the history and noteworthy sights of the city.

A police officer appears to have stolen some sensitive files from the local police station. Can you figure out why he took the files, and find the officer in question before the files go public?

Rally your friends and put your problem-solving and exploration skills to the test!

- Start your adventure at any moment you choose
- All you need is a smartphone with a mobile data plan
- Suitable for a team of up to 5-6 players aged 15 and older (supervision recommended for younger players)
- This city tour takes around 2 hours to complete and is approximately 2,5 kilometers long.

Explore Utrecht with a local stand-up comedian! Your comedian-guide has a sharp wit and a talent for storytelling, allowing him/her to bring to life the small details and anecdotes that paint a vivid picture of Utrecht's distinct character. Your comedian-guide can shed light on Utrecht's customs, traditions, and local jokes that may not be immediately apparent to outsiders. This is certainly not your average tour, but a city tour jam-packed with fun anecdotes and insights that you will only hear on this unique walking tour! A unique experience that is informative and above all super fun!

Meet the giant pandas and koalas, snap a photo with African elephants, and spot the similarities between yourself and the bonobos. See all of them at Ouwehands Zoo in Rhenen.

Join us as we show you the best highlights that Utrecht has to offer. Our guides/storytellers will take you on a 2-hour walking tour through the city of Utrecht.You will not only gain a better understanding of Utrecht and its role in the history of the Netherlands but also discover the best places to visit and things to see in Utrecht.

So book your tour now, and we hope to show you around Utrecht soon!

This experience a live action experience. This is a mix between escape room type challenges and active missions as you have seen in tv programs as Fort boyard, Hunted or Wie Is De Mol. The opponents are played by professional actors.

Get to know Utrecht in a unique and affordable way. We offer you a self-guided tour, via our online App. You play a fun, family-friendly game. Answer questions about the locations and do search assignments. All on your smartphone. Log in on our free city game app and enjoy the city.

Not a 'boring' guide, but you decide when to start, stop or pause. Use GPS to find the nicest squares, streets, and monuments. Get the most interesting facts about the city. Discover Utrecht with our unique city game app.

Instructions for starting the tour will be given after booking. You can do this tour anytime you choose.

This city game is also a perfect activity for large groups.

Historic, rural and sidecar fun experience

This is a very divers rural and historic tour. And so much more fun then a normal tour just because of the fact we do it with a sidecar.
Explore the beautiful and diverse centre of the provinces of Holland and Utrecht, which includes rivers, lakes, forests, polders, medieval castles, golden age mansions, windmills, the royal palace and pancakes while riding a sidecar.

I am Marco Hupkes, your guide. My background is: traveller, guide, outdoor-instructor, comedian, teacher of history. Allow me to show you my home country and I'm sure we will have great fun together. See you soon and have a nice day.

By the way: if you have tour ideas of your own let me know. I love to do tailormade things.

Greetings, Marco.

Explore the city of Utrecht on this fun walking tour!
Are you ready to meet a fun group of people, explore Utrecht and try out traditional dutch cookies?

Starting point:
We'll start at the Dom Square and take you walking around Utrecht for about 1.5 to 2 hours.

What will we see?:
You'll get to see our famous domtower, 3 hidden gardens, taste cheese at the market, see our unique canals, a hidden church and also a lot of spontaneous stops that we encounter.

Dutch weather:
Ah yes our weather.. It can be unpredictable sometimes, sunshine first and then rain a few hours later.
But don't worry, because during the tour there will be enough spots to keep us dry. If rain is expected then bring an umbrella or raincoat.

Whereas the NY Times describes Utrecht as a city that deserves more than a pleasant day trip from Amsterdam, according to a leading Australian news site the city has the most beautiful canals of Europe.

They are right; with its iconic Dom Tower, churchyards, the old center and canals, Utrecht is absolutely stunning. Meet your guide from a multiple award-winning tour operator in the heart of the city center and set off on a historical and cultural walking tour (that optionally ends at a historical city castle for a beer tasting).

Learn about the city’s history that started around 2,000 years ago, when Utrecht was part of the northern border of the Roman Empire. Discover hidden spots and walk through little cobbled streets and churchyards; all leading to what has been for centuries the city’s main artery, the 1.5 m long old canal Oudegracht.

Naturally, the Dom tower cannot be skipped for its dominating tower is Utrecht's pride and joy!

Embark on Utrecht's most exhilarating food adventure on two wheels! Join us for a journey through the city's vibrant edges. Our 15 to 20 km bike tour takes you through the most picturesque neighbourhoods of Domstad, showcasing innovation and entrepreneurial spirit.

As you build up an appetite, indulge in an array of culinary delights waiting just for you. Savour the city's best satay, relish Indian dishes infused with local flavours and be amazed by creative renditions of forgotten vegetables. Your expert guide won't just fill your stomach; they'll enrich your journey with stories of buildings, charming neighbourhoods and trendy hotspots.

Post-tour, we'll email you a rundown of the locations you've explored and a digital inspiration document packed with vegan tips and further inspiration.

- Enjoy food and drinks at 7 locations
- Be guided by a fun vegan guide from Utrecht
- Listen to tales about entrepreneurs and the city's history
- All tours are available in Dutch and English.

Utrecht is a beautiful and majestic city! It keeps ranking among the top five happiest cities in the world. Utrecht is like a treasure chest filled with all the world's charms. The contours of Roman walls, meter-wide medieval alleyways, and fabulous ivy-covered courtyards that are hidden from plain view. Humpbacked bridges and old legends coexist with stunning modern architecture and vibrant student life. The Dome Cathedral carillon plays a tune from the rock band Radiohead, street art has taken root under medieval vaults and in monastery courtyards, and old ladies dance in a bar that's situated in a church! Not even the canals are ordinary here; they're two-level canals!
We will spot many secret places and see beautiful details, of which, there are plenty in this beautiful city.

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Welcome to one of the largest cities in Holland. Utrecht is worldly known for its cultural and historical sights, as a destination favored by tourists. The origins of this city are troubled, and so was its history, making it a very interesting city to discover.
Come join us for an insider’s view of this once powerful city-state, with roots as old as the Roman Empire, if not even older!

Utrecht is one of the oldest cities in the Netherlands, having started out in the 1st century as a Roman frontier fort. It has always been important and has the scars and the achievements to prove it.

Join me on this self-guided GPS audio tour along canals and down laneways that have witnessed the passing of Knights, Emperors and Beguines. We will explore the less familiar northern quarters of the old city, to castles; a wartime bunker; poetry on high, lofty mansions and little cottages.

Utrecht is located in the centre of the country and is easy to get to from anywhere. You will come to understand the vitality of today's Utrecht more clearly through the layers of its near and distant past. There are also plenty of places to stop on the way to pull up a chair, order a coffee and watch the world walk, drift, or cycle by.

Whereas the NY Times describes Utrecht as a city that deserves more than a pleasant day trip from Amsterdam, a leading Australian news site says the city has the most beautiful canals of Europe.

They are right; with its iconic Dom Tower, churchyards, the old center and its canals, Utrecht is absolutely beautiful. Meet your guide from a multiple award-winning tour operator in the heart of the city and set off on a historical and cultural walking tour.

Learn about the city’s history that started around 2,000 years ago, when Utrecht was part of the northern border of the Roman Empire. Walk through little cobbled streets and churchyards; all leading to what has been for centuries the city’s main artery, the 1.5 mi long old canal Oudegracht.

Discover unique monuments such as church that is transformed into a cafe and the classical city castles along the canal Oudegracht. Naturally, the Dom church that with its dominating tower is Utrecht's pride and joy cannot be skipped!

Take advantage of this skip-the-line trip to see the highlights of ancient Rome and avoid the lengthy lineups at the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill. Tales of the bloody games echoing in your ears, follow a guide inside the Colosseum, and tread in the footsteps of gladiators, emperors, and plebeians. Explore the remains of the Roman Forum and then explore the Roman history layered into Palatine Hill.

• Skip-the-line tour of ancient Rome and the Colosseum
• Bypass the main entrance line at the ancient amphitheater
• Walk along the Colosseum tiers and learn about the gladiators
• Discover the temples and monuments of the Roman Forum
• Hear tales of ancient Rome and the Renaissance on Palatine Hill

Use clues at each attraction to find your next destination and challenge yourself to use logic, imagination, observation, and team spirit to complete the game. Uncover local information and facts about the city as you explore. Discover hidden gems and narrow streets.
Without a schedule and at your own pace, pause anytime and continue later or even another day.
Work as a team or compete with each other. A unique team-building activity perfect for couples, families, companies, students and groups of friends.

On this self-guided walking tour, you'll wander among medieval canals and soaring church towers in the university town of Utrecht.

Utrecht’s scenic canal views, rich cultural heritage and striking architecture make wandering its storied streets an unforgettable experience. It’s also home to over 100 churches, some dating back to the medieval era. On this walking tour, I’ll show you the city’s main sights and a few off the well-trodden tourist path. You’ll also hear about the city’s origins, which date back to the Roman Empire.

You'll delve into the enchanting history of the Oude Gracht, Utrecht’s former canal, and learn about the architecture of Utrecht’s library, Bibliotheek Neude. Alongside the Oude Gracht, you’ll stroll past the remnants of the city crane and hear how it was used to load and unload ships’ cargo from the Middle Ages onwards.

By the end of this tour, you’ll have a greater appreciation for the city, its rich cultural heritage, and lesser-known stories.