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Activities in Amersfoort

What to do in Amersfoort? - Special outings in Amersfoort for every day

If you are going to explore our city together, you want to make it an unforgettable time. And what better way to do that than with original activities? Escape from one of the escaperooms, admire Amersfoort from above during a tower climb or go animal watching in The Amersfoort Zoo. All tips can be found here!

Discover Amersfoort - City walks, canal cruising and more

  • A city walk through Amersfoort with Gilde Amersfoort

    See Amersfoort with different eyes during a walking tour of Gilde Amersfoort. Traverse the center in 1.5 hours together with a guide.

    A city walk through Amersfoort with Gilde Amersfoort

  • Discover Textiles in Amersfoort with the new Listening Route

    Trek out with the well-filled textile bag! The interactive walk takes you along nine locations in the city center, where the textile story unravels step by step. Answer questions, earn fun goodies and pimp your bag!

    Discover Textiles in Amersfoort with the new Listening Route

  • A canal boat trip with the Waterline

    Discover Amersfoort from a different perspective on a canal boat trip with Waterlijn Amersfoort. Boat Trip through canals or through greenery with the brook route.

    A canal boat trip with the Waterline

  • A 'train ride' through the center with de Keijlijn

    The de Keijlijn tourist train runs right through the historic center. Hop on! In one hour the driver will take you along the must-sees.

    A 'train ride' through the center with de Keijlijn

  • Step into the past with Living History

    Living History brings stories from past times literally and figuratively to life. In the Mannenzaal and het Burgerweeshuis , role-players step into the shoes of the former residents of these locations.

    Step into the past with Living History

  • Sail along with the bike boat

    Step aboard de Eemlijn and combine cycling with a relaxing boat trip. Boat Trip through the beautiful Eem Valley, getting on and off where you want along the way and making your own route through the greenery.

    Sail along with the bike boat

 

Discover the origins of old proverbs on a city walk

Discover the historic city center of Amersfoort during the Spreekwoordenwandeling (proverbs walk). Because let's face it: you probably know expressions like "the rich stinkers," "the underdog" or "there are those troublemakers again" ...but where do they actually come from?

During this surprising walk, guides from Gilde Amersfoort always bridge the gap between the city and well-known proverbs. Many expressions are centuries old and originated in everyday life-and that is precisely why their origins come to life here.

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Fun activities in Amersfoort - These attractions are not to be missed

  • The Amersfoort Zoo

    Meet all the large and small inhabitants of The Amersfoort Zoo. Walk the beaten path while the kids clamber under, above and past the animals.

    The Amersfoort Zoo

  • (Live) escaperoom

    Do you like doing puzzles? In Amersfoort you have your pick: escape from a live escaperoom in a where monastery or take on your own friends.

    (Live) escaperoom

  • Kei Boulderhal

    Test your strength and technique during an afternoon of bouldering at Kei Boulderhal Amersfoort. Climb challenging routes at your level while constantly exploring new moves and limits.

    Kei Boulderhal

  • Superfun

    Experience endless fun at Superfun Amersfoort, where from bowling to laser tag and climbing to gaming, you'll find everything under one roof for an active day of fun.

    Superfun

  • Bosbad Amersfoort

    Take a refreshing dip in the Bosbad Amersfoort, surrounded by nature, where you swim laps, slide down slides and relax on the sunbathing lawn while the kids play endlessly in the water.

  • Midgetgolf Amersfoort

    Putt your way through a challenging course full of surprising obstacles and compete with your friends for the highest score.

    Midgetgolf Amersfoort

Tower ascent

Over 98 meters tall, the Onze Lieve Vrouwetoren is the third tallest late-medieval tower in the Netherlands. This makes a tower climb in Amersfoort a unique activity. Moreover, in the tower you will find the cadastral datum of the Netherlands. Also nice for a photo op.

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