Twenty years ago, the banks of the river IJ were industrial areas and a place for drugs addicts and prostitutes.
Nowadays, things have changed and the area is becoming one of the most desirable and popular districts to live and work, full of the spirit of the New Amsterdam.
How architecture has transformed it in such a short time? Discover it with us.
The tour leads you along the banks of the IJ River, former harbour areas and ship wharfs on the southern and northern banks from the east end to the west of Amsterdam Central Station. We will take the bike and the ferry, which is the best way to experience the new developments in this large area, we will cycle along the area stopping to discover recently build-up quarters and old buildings which have been renovated and transformed into offices and residential units.
Join this tour if you are willing to discover one of the trendiest Dutch residential areas, combining mixed use areas with re-used warehouses and new buildings in very high density develpments. We will visit small and big scale residences, public buildings, buildings for creative industries and temporary constructions all accompained by the magic atmosphere of the IJ River.
Buildings you'll visit
Please note than once you have booked the tour/visit you’ll recieve an email with the complete information.
Monday ro Friday
4 hours
English, Dutch, German
Max 4 / Min 2