Admire Eindhoven's impressive sights at your own pace.
Discover Eindhoven with an audio tour that guides you through the city of technology, design and innovation. During this self-guided walking tour, you'll stroll past modern architecture, historic landmarks and lively squares while learning how a small Brabant town grew into the design capital of the Netherlands and the birthplace of Philips.
The route takes you past famous attractions such as 18 September Square, St. Catherine's Church, De Blob, the Van Abbemuseum and the iconic Light Tower. Along the way, you'll uncover not only Eindhoven's highlights but also the stories behind the city—from the rise of Philips and its industrial heritage to the innovations that have made Eindhoven internationally renowned. You'll also discover the city's passion for PSV, Dutch Design Week and its vibrant creative atmosphere. With the CityAppTour app, you explore Eindhoven at your own pace, without a guide or group, while fascinating stories are played exactly where they belong.
Did You Know? The square was largely redesigned after the war, reflecting Eindhoven’s transformation into a modern innovation city.
Named after 18 September 1944, the day the city was liberated during Operation Market Garden, the square symbolizes Eindhoven’s rebirth after World War II. Today it’s a busy meeting place surrounded by shops and cafés.
What Makes This Stop Special: Two towering spires dominate Eindhoven’s skyline.
Designed by architect Pierre Cuypers — famous for Amsterdam’s Rijksmuseum — this neo-Gothic church dates from 1867. Your audio guide Eindhoven explains how the church became a symbol of the city’s Catholic revival during the industrial boom.
Where It All Began: This is the birthplace of one of the world’s biggest technology companies.
In 1891, Gerard Philips began producing carbon-filament light bulbs in this very building. Your audio guide Eindhoven reveals how a small family workshop grew into the global electronics giant Philips.
Modern Icon: A futuristic building that looks like it landed from another planet.
Officially called the Admirant Entrance Building, locals simply call it De Blob because of its organic shape. Designed by Italian architect Massimiliano Fuksas, it perfectly reflects Eindhoven’s reputation as a design and technology city.
Did You Know? Parts of the original medieval monastery complex once surrounded this entire area.
Originally built in the 14th century as part of an Augustinian monastery, this church survived wars, fires and dramatic changes in the city. Your audio guide Eindhoven reveals how the building was restored and transformed multiple times throughout history.
The Man Behind the City: Without Anton Philips, Eindhoven might look very different today.
Together with his brother Gerard, Anton helped grow Philips into a global company and transformed Eindhoven into an industrial powerhouse. The monument honors his influence on the city’s development and prosperity.
