Introduction
Discover Haarlem like never before: a private tour where you'll learn about medieval secrets, unusual curiosities, and unique spots.
Want to know where and how prisoners bought a secret substance to avoid being publicly hanged?
Or find out how some criminals managed to get out of jail by paying their bail, but not with money, but with something much more practical?
With a guide specializing in history, you'll stroll through streets full of mystery, Gothic churches, and hidden courtyards.
And to top it off... We'll toast with craft beer inside a church where it's still made.
What you'll experience on this private tour of Haarlem
- Medieval secrets and unusual anecdotes that don't appear in the guidebooks.
- An authentic and personal tour of the city's most iconic spots.
- The perfect mix of history, fun facts, and local flavor.
- A unique experience: tasting craft beer in a church converted into a brewery.
(You'll discover it step by step, as the city reveals its mysteries.)
Walking tour itinerary
• Stadhuis City Hall (Grote Markt) – A 13th-century building where prisoners made extreme decisions.
• Saint Bavo's Cathedral – A 15th-century Gothic gem and the stage for legendary concerts by Handel and Mozart.
• Vleeshal / Frans Hals Museum – Old Renaissance meat market, now a cultural space.
• De Waag, Weigh House – A center of commerce since 1598, today it's a café and a meeting place for artists.
• Teyler Museum – The first and oldest museum in the Netherlands, with treasures of art, science, and nature. Where women are honored
• Beginario Hofje van Bakenes (Beer Street) – Medieval hospice linked to the first master brewers.
• Historic Red Light District / Waalsekerk – The contrast of a medieval red light district next to a reformed church.
• Ten Boom House – Home to a family that hid Jews and resistance fighters during World War II.
• Jopenkerk, brewery church – Old church of St. Jacob, now converted into a craft beer factory and bar.
What's included
- A Spanish-speaking guide specializing in history and architecture.
- Private and exclusive tour of Haarlem.
- Lots of laughs
- Unique stories, secrets, and fun facts.
- Stop at the Jopenkerk brewery (drinks optional).
Why choose this tour?
Because Haarlem isn't just about what you see, it's about the stories its streets hold. Only someone who's passionate about their work and enjoys learning every detail to later share it with their clients can transport you to this unknown world.
This private Spanish tour will show you the city beyond the typical historical tour. It'll be a journey through medieval secrets, surprising curiosities, and experiences you won't find with any other guide.
