Self-guided City Tour with Canals and Castles

A chance to explore Utrecht through an app-based tour

This audio tour will give you the opportunity to discover the northern quarters of Utrecht. You’ll have the chance to walk along canals and paths that pass through the old University neighborhood, the Dutch City Center Market and a post office on Neude Square.

During this self-guided walk, you’ll also get a glimpse of Jacobikerk (a Protestant church), Oudaen (a castle) and a 400-year-old fabric market.

What's included

  • Downloadable audio app on your mobile device
  • Lifetime access to the tour in English
  • Offline access to audio, maps and geodata

What's Not Included

    What's not included
    • Smartphone and headphones
    • Transportation
    • Food and drinks
    • Admission to sites

    Accessibility

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Accessible to strollers
    • Public transit links nearby
    • Infants must sit on an adult's lap

    Health & Safety

    • Suitable for all fitness levels

    Audio-supported languages

    English (UK)

    Additional information

    Please note that there is a short section along the Oudegracht where the tour takes the stairs down to the water level. Those in a wheelchair or with a stroller can continue the tour on the main street and will only miss a few details that the tour points to.

    This tour is self-guided and you must bring your own smartphone and headphones to participate.

    You can start, pause or restart this tour anytime and complete it at your own pace.

    Bring your ticket with you to the attraction.

    Be aware that operators may cancel for unforeseen reasons.

    You must be 18 years or older, or be accompanied by an adult, to book.

    Operated by VoiceMap

    Itinerary information

    Location

    Departure point
    Hoog Catharijne P5 (Utrecht), Rijnkade 16, Binnenstad, Utrecht, 3511 LC
    The tour starts at Vredenburg Square. Before arrival, please install the VoiceMap app and use the code provided on your ticket. Directions to the starting point are in the app.
    End point
    Janskerkhof 2, Binnenstad, Utrecht, 3512 BK
    The tour ends near Janskerk, close to several cafés and not too far from the starting location.

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