Audrey Hepburn Tour Arnhem With Guide
Discover the Audrey Hepburn guided tour in Arnhem, a unique walking experience that immerses you in the early life of this iconic actress. Choose between a 1.5-hour and 3-hour tour, tailored to your preference.
Walk through the historic city center of Arnhem and the beautiful Sonsbeek Park, visiting places that were significant to Audrey and her family. Learn about her childhood and the remarkable stories of her time in Arnhem.
This intimate tour offers a deep dive into Audrey’s life, providing fascinating insights into her family history and the city’s influence on her. Perfect for film enthusiasts and history buffs alike. Book now for an unforgettable journey through the footsteps of Audrey Hepburn.
We offer this tour as a private tour for 1 person, up to 20 people. The price of the tour depends on duration and the number of attendees
Start location is near the Arnhem Central Station, outside, in front of the Mc Donald’s.
A visit to the Eusebius Church can be added to the tour too. Of course we will also take the lift into the tower with its 60 meter glass balconies. The guided tour will take about 30 minutes longer.
If you are interested in booking this guided tour, please fill in the contact form below or contact us via info@arnhemlife.nl.
Audrey Hepburn In The Netherlands
What a lot of people don’t know, that as a child Audrey used to live in Arnhem. Only for a few years, as a child during the occupation of Arnhem during WW2. The time spend in Holland shaped Audrey Hepurn to become the person people loved all over the world.
Learn more about her time in Arnhem in this blog, or follow in the footsteps without a guide with this route.
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10 fun facts about Audrey Hepburn
- Born in Belgium: Audrey Hepburn was born on May 4, 1929, in Brussels, Belgium. Her full name was Audrey Kathleen Ruston.
- Ballet Background: Before becoming an actress, Audrey trained as a ballet dancer. She studied ballet in Amsterdam and later in London under the renowned choreographer Marie Rambert.
- War Experience: During World War II, Audrey and her mother lived in Arnhem, Netherlands. They endured significant hardships, including malnutrition, which affected her health throughout her life.
- Multilingual: Audrey was fluent in multiple languages, including English, Dutch, French, Spanish, and Italian.
- First Major Role: Her first significant film role was in “Roman Holiday” (1953), where she starred alongside Gregory Peck. She won the Academy Award for Best Actress for this performance.
- Fashion Icon: Audrey is celebrated as a fashion icon, particularly for her collaboration with designer Hubert de Givenchy. Her style in films like “Breakfast at Tiffany’s” set lasting fashion trends.
- Humanitarian Work: Later in life, Audrey dedicated herself to humanitarian work as a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador. She traveled to some of the poorest communities in Africa, South America, and Asia to advocate for children in need.
- E.G.O.T. Achiever: Audrey is one of the few people to have won an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony Award, making her an E.G.O.T. achiever.
- Afraid of Water: Despite appearing graceful and fearless on screen, Audrey had a fear of water. This made filming the famous boat scene in “Two for the Road” (1967) particularly challenging for her.
- Talented Pianist: Besides her acting and dancing skills, Audrey Hepburn was also a talented pianist. She played the piano proficiently and often used music as a way to relax and unwind.
Duration: 1,5 hours up to 3 hours
price on request
To book a tour contact us at:
info@ArnhemLife.nl
+31 (0) 6 133 688 77
All prizes are including 21% VAT/BTW.
PLEASE NOTE
We advise to book this tour at least 48 hours in advance.
Be at the start location 5 minutes before departure.
Due to the changing Dutch weather it is important to make sure to be well equipped against rain and wind, and to be wearing proper foot-gear for walk.
CANCELLATION POLICY
Cancellations more than a week in advance costs administration fee of 15%.
Cancellation between a week and 48 hours prior to departure date costs 50% of the total amount.
Cancellation less than 48 hours prior to departure date costs 100% of the amount.
No show: no restitution
