Welcome to Bijlmer Stories
A soulful walking tour through the
heart of Amsterdam-Zuidoost
Join Soultour Amsterdam, for a cultural experience that blends history, music, food, and community. Discover stories you won’t find in any travel guide.
heart of Amsterdam-Zuidoost
Join Soultour Amsterdam, for a cultural experience that blends history, music, food, and community. Discover stories you won’t find in any travel guide.
Soul Tours Amsterdam takes you where the soul of the city lives, Amsterdam Zuidoost. Or as we call it; the Bijlmer. This is the most vibrant and misunderstood part of Amsterdam. It’s where Dutch hip hop artists were born, where poetry met protest, where cultures blended into something uniquely powerful.
We don’t do picture-perfect postcards. We do real stories, real people, real places. From the sounds of Flinke Namen, Ray Fuego, Dret & Krulle and more, to Caribbean and African kitchens, Surinamese rhythms and Afro-Dutch activism — the Bijlmer is raw, layered and alive.
Founded by a Bijlmer-raised storyteller, SoulTours is about reclaiming history and showing the world a side of Amsterdam that rarely makes it to the guidebooks. We walk. We talk. We vibe.
– Guided walk through key cultural spots
– Lunch not included: optional lunch stop at a local restaurant, pay on the spot
– Includes lunch or dinner + drinks
*You will receive a confirmation email with full details. Cancellations are refundable up to 24 hours before the tour.*
You can book directly through our website by selecting your preferred tour and date. Payments are processed securely online. You’ll receive a confirmation email with all the details.
Yes! Cancellations are refundable up to 24 hours before the tour. If you need to reschedule, please contact us as soon as possible, and we’ll do our best to accommodate you.
Yes, children are welcome! Please keep in mind the tours involve walking for about 2.5 to 3 hours. Children under 5 can join for free.
The walking route is mostly flat and accessible. However, a few stops may have limited accessibility. Please contact us in advance to discuss any specific needs.
We recommend comfortable shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, and an open mind. You may also want to bring a water bottle.