Encounter Utrecht

through stories of migration, belonging & change

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Utrecht is shaped by migration, both past and present.

Migrantour Utrecht invites you to explore the city through interactive guided walks and experiences that connect personal stories, local places, and shared questions about what it takes to live together.

What you can expect

All our walks and experiences are co-created and community-based. They bring together lived experience, research and storytelling to explore how migration has shaped neighbourhoods over time.

When you take part in a walk or experience with us, you won't simply observe. You'll engage with personal experiences and perspectives, reflecting on questions of belonging, identity, and everyday coexistence.

Each encounter is different, because each of our team members brings their own questions, experiences, and ways of reading the city.

Join our walks and experiences

Free monthly interactive guided walks
Private group walks and tailor-made experiences
Regenerative encounters

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Meet the Migrantour team

Our offerings are developed and led by Utrecht residents who bring different experiences of migration and belonging to open up diverse ways of seeing the city.

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What our participants are saying

In our first 3.5 years of running tours and experiences, we've had the privilege to spend time with over 2000 participants, including local residents, civic organizations, companies, governmental bodies, secondary schools and universities.

And the feedback has been incredible! Participants describe our tours and experiences as "moving," "inspirational," and - yes even "confronting," helping them deeply reflect about migration, integration, inclusion, and what it means to live in a culture that’s not necessarily the one we were born into.

But don't take our word for it! Check out some of the reviews below and visit us on TripAdvisor.

“A thought-provoking journey that will turn your perception of Lombok upside down.”

“It challenges and sharpens your intersectional awareness for the better! Everyone should take this tour!”

“A horizon-broadening and heartwarming experience!”

"I liked how it was personal and from the intercultural companion's perspective. It was refreshing to hear more about the people that live in a place instead of just the facts and dates.

"What sparked my interest was the way we were encouraged to be open and discuss topics with other participants. It felt inspiring to hear other people's experiences. I also enjoyed that knowledge-sharing took place in a respectful and safe environment.”

"I really liked that it changed my view on what we understand as being 'Dutch' and on intercultural society. It made me realize that cultures don't exist separately alongside one another but are connected and influencing each other.”

"I loved how our intercultural companion explained everything in such a personal and easy-to- understand way. And I loved how the tour made you interact with people and get to know each other and learn more about Lombok. The themes were so interesting and well thought-out!”

"The tour introduces you to stories deeply embedded in the city so often left out of the 'official' record.”

"You get to see, hear about and talk about very different things encountered in the day-to-day life of migrants.”