Explore the working Amsterdam-Sloten Windmill in Amsterdam West accompanied by your guide. Learn about its history, see how it works, and discover works by Rembrandt.

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Duration 45 minutes: Check availability to see starting times.
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Live tour guide: English, Dutch
Wheelchair accessible

Highlights

See the wings turn on a functional windmill that dates back to the 19th century
Learn from your guide how the windmill protects the low-lying Amsterdam West
Take in panoramic views of the Ringvaart Canal and the surrounding areas
Admire wax figures painted by the iconic Dutch painter Rembrandt van Rijn
Enjoy a fun-filled day out that's more than likely to delight the whole family

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Step into the shoes of a Dutch miller at the Sloten Windmill. Accompanied by your guide, experience a fully functioning water pumping mill on the outskirts of picturesque Amsterdam. Enjoy the unique opportunity to explore one of the few windmills open to the public. Dating back to 1847, the Sloten Windmill still controls the water levels in low-lying Amsterdam West.

Before entering, marvel at the quaint thatched roof and hardy oak build. Follow your guide through the windmill. Learn how it works, see the wings turning, and discover its fascinating history. As you climb up the windmill, hear stories of nearby villages Sloten and Old Osdorp. In the attic, wonder at wax characters painted by the famous Dutch painter Rembrandt van Rijn.

From the top, enjoy a panoramic view of the surrounding canals.

Includes

Entrance fees
Tour guide

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks

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Important information

Not allowed

Unaccompanied minors

Know before you go

Childer under 12 years old must be accompanied by an adult

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Excellent discovery from top to bottom... with detailed explanations of the role and operation of windmills specifically in Holland, passionate and very pleasant guide. Thank you for this beautiful moment.

April 13, 2022

April 20, 2022

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The guide was great he took his time and spoke slowly because in English with however a few sentences in French We learned a lot of things it was very interesting

May 4, 2022

Amsterdam: Guided Tour of Amsterdam Windmill

Amsterdam: Guided Tour of Amsterdam Windmill

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