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Explore the North of Amsterdam

3.8Player rating
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Play at your pace · usually 23 min 2.1 km Amsterdam App-guided
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The experience

About this quest

Explore the booming Noord, the part of Amsterdam to the North of the river IJ! Take some perfect pictures of the river and the ships sailing by, then learn both about the working-class, industrial past as well as the dynamic present of this neighbourhood. You'll be able to savour Dutch street food staples at a street market (Wed, Fri, Sat) - but on other days too you'll have plenty of options to stop by a cosy cafe or a snack.

Is this for you?

Who it's for

Couples and families crossing the IJ by ferry can spend a relaxed half hour solving puzzles around Noord, passing the Tolhuis garden, a church turned hotel-restaurant, the Van der Pek streets and the Eye filmmuseum, with cafes and the Mosveld market (Wed, Fri, Sat) on the way. This is a puzzle hunt with no stories about the places, so history lovers wanting background at each stop should choose another route.

What makes this quest special

Highlights

    Learn about the changing nature of Amsterdam Noord: marvel at modern architecture and venture in a classic 1920's Amsterdam neighbourhood. Explore cosy local shops along the Van der Pek street. Taste local treats on a street market (Wed, Fri, Sat) or in local cafes.

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From your phone to the streets

A walk that turns into an adventure.

  1. 1

    Open the app. You’re on your way.

    Choose your pass, then open your quest in the Questo app. It guides you from the starting point.

  2. 2

    Get outside. Follow your curiosity.

    Discover real places and their stories on foot. Stop for a coffee or a photo, then pick up where you left off.

  3. 3

    Crack a clue. Share a little victory.

    Look around for answers, solve puzzles and enjoy the “we got it!” moments.

Your walk, at a glance

Amsterdam

A · Start

Buiksloterweg 1, 1031 CC Amsterdam, Netherlands

B · Finish

Hagedoornplein 2, 1031 BV Amsterdam, Netherlands

Get directions to the start

Start and finish only. Discover the stops as you play.

The people behind the adventure

Created by Aron.

A route that brings places and playful storytelling together.

Made by Aron

Good to know before you play

  • Family friendly
  • Fun to do as a couple
  • Route open 24/7 but better during daylight hours
  • No attractions ticket(s) required
  • This scavenger hunt doesn't include stories about places.

A little clarity before you go

Frequently asked questions

Is this a guided tour of Amsterdam Noord?
There is no live guide. The app on your phone leads you from stop to stop and sets a puzzle in what is in front of you. It is a scavenger hunt without stories about the places, so you can start whenever you like and set your own pace.
Does the walk go through the Van der Pek neighbourhood?
Yes. After the Mosveld market square the route takes you along Van der Pek street and on to Van der Pek square, before heading back towards the river and the Eye filmmuseum.
Where does it start and how long does it take?
It starts and ends at the Buiksloterweg ferry terminal, so it is easy to reach by ferry across the IJ. The loop is about 2.1 km and takes around 25 minutes of walking. Allow up to an hour if you stop at a cafe or the market.
Is it good for kids, and can we play as a group?
It is tagged family friendly, and the short, flat-paced loop suits children who can walk about 2 km and enjoy looking for clues. One ticket covers your whole group up to the stated number of devices, and you can pause and continue later.
Do we need to book a time or buy entry tickets?
No time slot is needed and no attraction tickets are required. The route is open 24/7, but it is better in daylight. Go on a Wednesday, Friday or Saturday if you want to catch the street market at Mosveld.

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