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Innovative Eindhoven: Private Tour with Local Guide
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1 Hours 30 Minutes
Mobile ticket
Pickup offered
Offered in: German, English, French
Overview
Discover Eindhoven together with a local private guide on this 90 minute private tour! Ask everything you want to and get to know the city's rich past and vibrant present like no other.
Eindhoven is a modern city, often referred to as the "City of Light." Contrary to what many people might think, Eindhoven did not acquire this nickname due to the presence of the Philips corporation. Instead, the name "City of Light" originates from the match factories that established themselves in Eindhoven from 1970 onwards.
Don't expect to find many historical buildings in Eindhoven, as a significant portion was flattened during World War II. What you can see, however, are contemporary and fresh-looking structures, along with a lot of design elements. Eindhoven is also a true shopping city.
What's Included
Meeting And Pickup
Meeting point
You will meet your guide in front of Eindhoven Central Station to start your tour.
End Point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Pickup details
The tour can start in front of Eindhoven Central Station or you can be picked up at your hotel, if you stay in the city center.
What To Expect
The 18 Septemberplein, named after the day Eindhoven was liberated in World War II. To keep the square as free as possible from cyclists, an underground bicycle parking was built, the 'Tube.' The unique entrances to the bike cellar, resembling tubes emerging from the ground, especially catch the attention. However, what many people may not know is that archaeological finds are on display in this bicycle cellar. These ruins came to light through excavation work, revealing parts of a 700-year-old gateway, for example.
20 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
De Blob
The Blob, where Blob is an abbreviation for 'Binary Large OBject.' In architecture, BLOB refers to a style where the exterior of a building has irregular shapes. On the other side of the 18 Septemberplein stands a similar structure, the Bubble. As the name suggests, it is a soap bubble, but made of glass and steel. The Bubble is often considered the little sister of the Blob. However, this structure was designed by a different architect, namely Tarra architecture and urban planning.
20 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
You'll also see the Lichttoren on your walking tour. It owes its name to the lamp factory that was once located there. The burning lamps in the evening were visible far into the surroundings.
20 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Philips Museum
The Philips Museum is a must-see during your stroll. It is located in the building of Philips' first light bulb factory. Various manufacturers had occupied the building until a fire broke out, leaving almost nothing of it. The reconstruction began in 1888, and in 1891, Gerard Philips purchased the building. The museum takes you through the story of the first light bulb factory, showcasing the significant innovations Philips has made for over 120 years. During the tour, you only visit the museum externally.
20 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
After seeing the Grote Markt and visiting other museums like the Van Abbemuseum and the DAF Museum, you pass through the Dommel tunnel, known for its unique murals. The paintings are inspired by the Monty Python sketch "The Ministry of Silly Walks." Some know the tunnel as the "Silly Walks Tunnel."
10 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Operated by Undiscovered Holland
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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