Highlights of Jordaan Amsterdam: The Cursed Houses
4.39159 Reviews416 people have played this questLearn about the turbulent history of this working-class area, known for generations as Amsterdam's slum. Uncover local music and the neighborhood's dark side by exploring changes wrought from the terrible war. You will even visit the hideouts of those desperate to survive.
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Unlock · €9.99Staying a few days in Amsterdam? All 6 Amsterdam quests for €39.99 · pays for itself by quest #5. See the Exploration Pass →
Places you will visit
11
It will take you
91-121 mins
You will walk
3940 steps
Total distance
3 km
What you'll actually do
Download the Questo app and unlock the quest. Walk to Anne Frank Statue whenever you like · no guide, no group, no time slot.
Solve 11 puzzles hidden in the streets around you. Each one you crack unlocks the next location.
Finish at Bloemgracht and see where you land on the Amsterdam leaderboard.
Highlights
Visit secret courtyards of the Jordaan
See the Anne Frank House, where Anne and her family hid for over 2 years
Learn about the once filthy canals
Explore the neighborhood's narrow streets and beautiful canals
Landmarks & Hidden Gems Included
Jordaan District
Westerstraat
Noordermarkt
Anne Frank House
Ratings and Reviews
159 ratings
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Claire Haslam
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A note from Stephan, Amsterdam Experiences
“Stephan is a real Dutchie, he was born in Delft (the city of Vermeer), grown up in Gouda (the cheese city), studied in Leiden (city of Rembrandt) and lived in Rotterdam (the harbour city) before moving to our capital Amsterdam in 2006. After a career in technology, he decided to leave behind the corporate world to start guiding visitors of Amsterdam and started his own private tour agency, Amsterdam Experiences. As a guide, Stephan loves to show his virtual guests the hidden gems of Amsterdam through the eyes of a local.”
The mission: Your story in Amsterdam
The address on each one is Anieliersgracht 56, Amsterdam, and each one is signed, 'MJ.'
Intrigued, you send a postcard to the address asking for more information. Two weeks later, it returns marked, 'RETURN TO SENDER.'
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Good to know before you play
- Best during the day
- Best for couples
- Recommended activity for families
Frequently asked questions
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Compare Questo vs. Guided Walking Tours
Flexibility
Regular Guided Tours
Fixed schedules & no pausing
Questo
Start, pause, and resume anytime
Privacy
Regular Guided Tours
Crowds of up to 30 strangers
Questo
Private experience for your group only
Pricing
Regular Guided Tours
$30–$60 (€23–€50) per person
Questo
Transparent pricing shown before checkout
Availability
Regular Guided Tours
Requires advance booking
Questo
Instant access 24/7/365
Experience
Regular Guided Tours
Passive listening to a guide
Questo
Active gamification; you solve the mystery
| Feature | Regular Guided Tours | Questo |
|---|---|---|
| Flexibility | Fixed schedules & no pausing | Start, pause, and resume anytime |
| Privacy | Crowds of up to 30 strangers | Private experience for your group only |
| Pricing | $30–$60 (€23–€50) per person | Transparent pricing shown before checkout |
| Availability | Requires advance booking | Instant access 24/7/365 |
| Experience | Passive listening to a guide | Active gamification; you solve the mystery |
Joined by 1,000,000+ explorers worldwide
Guided tour pricing: Comprehensive Economic Analysis of Guided Tour Pricing, EU and US markets, 2026. Standard 2–3 hour group walking tours.
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Jordaan neighborhood context
From a working-class district to a protected city landscape
The Jordaan developed during Amsterdam’s 17th-century expansion as a dense district for workers and immigrants. Later clearance, preservation and gentrification changed its population and streets, while courtyards and narrow houses preserve parts of its earlier fabric. The cursed-house narrative is fictional; the neighborhood’s social history is the real layer beneath the route. Playable languages: English.
