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Amsterdam’s Eastern Docklands: architectural secrets city game

created by Nik
a Belgian IT consultant, with a love for architecture and the city’s ‘islands’.

€24,00
per group (1-5 people)
play anytime within the next 3 months

(30 customer reviews)
Are you an architecture enthusiast? Our local creator, Nik, shares his passion on this city game through Amsterdam’s Eastern Docklands. Following in his footsteps, you’ll discover and learn about ‘islands’ connected by usual bridges, warehouses-turned-apartments, curious statues and buildings named after marine mammals… And you’ll get to recharge at the cosiest of cafes too. Fun location-based riddles will lead the way! It’s a low budget activity through Amsterdam’s Eastern Docklands that can be played seven days a week.

 

This playful walk across this Amsterdam’s modern neighbourhood sharpens your senses and encourages you to appreciate the most wonderful – and often hidden – details around you. Whether you know Amsterdam or just start exploring here, this experience gives you a perspective on discovery that will inspire your curiosity wherever you go next.

10 riddles.
1,5 – 2,5 hours – also a great route to play while cycling.

Start in front of the Lloyd Hotel (or: Hoxton hotel), on the IJ side.
End on Cruquiuseiland.

Local wonders you’ll discover on this city game through the Eastern Docklands of Amsterdam include:
Former warehouses turned into modern apartments and offices.
Javaeiland, Borneoeiland and Cruquiuseiland.
The Whale (a building, not the animal!).
The stunning Python Bridge.

Play 7 days a week, during daylight hours.

 

You’ll receive an email with a link to your game. The link to the game is valid up to 3 months after the purchase. By tapping the play button your game magically opens in your phone’s browser. No downloads. Super easy.

If it rains, take a break and wait for some sunshine, you can continue where you left off, or share the email with your teammates in case you run out of battery.

We recommend playing in a team of 1-5 people.

Check our frequently asked questions or read our terms & conditions.

Amsterdam’s Eastern Docklands: architectural secrets city game
“Fun and educational”
August 26, 2025
Amsterdam’s Eastern Docklands: architectural secrets city game
“Nice to see beautiful architecture”
April 4, 2025
Amsterdam’s Eastern Docklands: architectural secrets city game
“Amazing walk loved it”
September 13, 2022
Amsterdam’s Eastern Docklands: architectural secrets city game
“Loved the experience to explore this area of Amsterdam”
October 10, 2021
Amsterdam’s Eastern Docklands: architectural secrets city game
“Great”
January 30, 2021
Amsterdam’s Eastern Docklands: architectural secrets city game
“Was really fun”
August 5, 2020
Amsterdam’s Eastern Docklands: architectural secrets city game
“Nice walking around the route”
June 21, 2020
Amsterdam’s Eastern Docklands: architectural secrets city game
“Very cool experience that took us to places we haven’t been and taught us new things.”
March 29, 2020
Amsterdam’s Eastern Docklands: architectural secrets city game
“We enjoyed the tour and especially the way it guides you to places you wouldn’t normally go!”
March 27, 2020
Amsterdam’s Eastern Docklands: architectural secrets city game
“nice”
February 14, 2020
Amsterdam’s Eastern Docklands: architectural secrets city game
“Great experience!”
October 26, 2019
Amsterdam’s Eastern Docklands: architectural secrets city game
“This has been a super nice way to explore Amsterdams Eastside & learn the history of this area that we never knew – and we are locals to the East!!”
October 26, 2019
Amsterdam’s Eastern Docklands: architectural secrets city game
“Outstanding”
October 26, 2019
Amsterdam’s Eastern Docklands: architectural secrets city game
“Loved it!”
October 26, 2019
Amsterdam’s Eastern Docklands: architectural secrets city game
“It was good”
October 26, 2019
Amsterdam’s Eastern Docklands: architectural secrets city game
“Great trail!”
October 26, 2019
Amsterdam’s Eastern Docklands: architectural secrets city game
“We were like treasure hunters. So good! :D”
May 1, 2019
Amsterdam’s Eastern Docklands: architectural secrets city game
“We live here and did it when our parents came to visit. This was a nice way to walk around with them and see crazy architecture!!! And we learned some new things too.”
April 15, 2019

    1. Choose your game

    All our trails are created by locals. Buy the one that intrigues you the most. After the purchase, you’ll receive a link to your game via email.

    2. Ready, set, go!

    Go to the game’s starting location indicated in the email (play anytime up to 3 months from the purchase). Tap the Play button and the game will magically open in your phone’s browser!

    3. Find secrets

    With each riddle solved, new cryptic directions will take you from one hidden gem to the next. You’ll unlock local stories and recommendations on your way too!

    4. Win!

    Play for the fastest time and get listed on our leaderboard. Or, take your time and share your best adventure photo using #secretcitytrails. Both might lead to a free game!

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