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Explore the Highlights of Gouda – A Self-Guided Interactive Story

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75 to 120 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

Discover the beautiful city of Gouda, together with friends and family, through an interactive self-guided adventure. Solve puzzles and uncover hidden gems while exploring the city's highlights with this kids-friendly adventure.
Follow the clues, uncover secrets, and solve riddles that lead you to some of the city's most iconic locations. Will you complete the puzzle in time? Ready to unlock the secrets of Gouda? Let the story begin!

-> Surprising Gouda: Discover more than just cheese.
‍‍-> Fun for All Ages: Perfect for families, friends, or couples.
️-> Complete Adventure: A blend of a 90-minute sightseeing, history, and interactive adventure.
-> App-Based: No paper, no guide – 100% digital!
-> Start when and where you want. Our app will guide you from any point within Gouda.

The adventure is suitable for all ages, be aware – some streets are older, making it a little harder to traverse for people with mobility problems. The Discovery Trip will take about 90 minutes to complete.

What's Included

  • Hints & Solutions for tricky riddles
  • Use of the Discovery Trip App. (Make sure to download it!)
  • Acces to the Discovery Trip “A Ghostly Menace in Gouda”
  • Internet Connection or Mobile Data
  • Entrance to museums or attractions
  • Transport or Public Transport
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Achter de Waag 5
2801 JA Gouda, Netherlands

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

Markt 1
2801 JG Gouda, Netherlands

The end loaction of the trip as at the city hall of Gouda, which is a short walk, less than 5 minutes, back to the starting location.

What To Expect

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Stadhuis Gouda (City Hall)

The trip will stop at the original City Hall of Gouda. The City Hall was built in 1459 and used till 2012 for meetings. Nowadays, it is used as a wedding location.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Sint-Janskerk (pass by)

During the trip, you will stop by The Sint-Janskerk. This church is one of the oldest and most prominent churches in Gouda. Currently, the church is part of the biggest museum in the Netherlands.
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Willem Vroesentuin

You will cross the Willem Vroesentuin. This city park near the Sint Janskerk used to be the graveyard for the people of Gouda. Afterward, it was changed into a city park for the old man's home across the street.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Relais & Châteaux Weeshuis Gouda (pass by)

You will visit the old orphanages of Gouda, which were located in the inner city. Nowadays, it is a luxury restaurant and hotel.
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rijksmonument Houtmansplantsoen uit 1829

You will viisti the Houtmansplantsoen monument. This monument is located in the middle of the Houtmansplantsoen, a city park on the outskirts of Gouda's inner city. During your visit, you will learn to whom this moment is dedicated.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Molen 't Slot

You will visit the windmill 't Slot. This windmill was built in 1832 and is located in the inner city of Gouda. The location used to be the location of the Castle that defended the city and the river the Gouwe.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Rijksmonument De Visbanken

One of the location of the trip is the visbanken. The visbanken used to be the place where the people of Gouda got their fish back in the 16th centuries.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Vrouwebrug

You will pass the turfmarkt with the Admiraalshuis, trappenbrug and vrouwebrug. The water in the canals can reach so high that you almost walk on water as the water levels can go 5 cm below street level!
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Suitable for ages 5 to 99
  • Restaurants and cafés available near the end location

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Explore the Highlights of Gouda – A Self-Guided Interactive Story?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Hints & Solutions for tricky riddles
  • Use of the Discovery Trip App. (Make sure to download it!)
  • Acces to the Discovery Trip “A Ghostly Menace in Gouda”
  • Internet Connection or Mobile Data
  • Entrance to museums or attractions
  • Transport or Public Transport
  • Live Guide

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Suitable for ages 5 to 99
  • Restaurants and cafés available near the end location
  • Private activity – No guide required
  • Customer support available via the app

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