Positive Tourism Festival
Towards a new and more balanced visitor economy that gives back.
Wed 7 Oct t/m Thu 8 Oct 2026

What is the role of tourism in the city? The Positive Tourism Festival in Amsterdam explores how tourism can contribute to a more liveable, inclusive and future-proof city. For two days, residents, entrepreneurs, researchers, policymakers, students and everyone who feels connected to Amsterdam come together to rethink the visitor economy. Expect inspiring examples, lively conversations, interactive workshops and new perspectives on tourism. Together, we explore what positive tourism can look like in practice, what needs to change and what our role can be. The festival is a place to exchange ideas, make new connections and turn inspiration into action.

8 October | 09:30-12:30
09:30-10:00 | Introduction & Gathering

10:00-12:00 | Positive Tourism expeditions

Get to know Buurthotel (NL/EN)
Join a Tour that Matters (NL/EN)
Wandeling met gidsen en bewoners door Stadshart Top (NL)
Bezoek een Home Exchange Host (NL/EN)