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  • Magere Brug

    Amstel 81 , River Amstel, 1018 EK
    • +31 20 6226502 ?

    The Magere Brug, or Skinny Bridge, is a very old and famous bridge in Amsterdam. Read more about Magere Brug

  • Museum Geelvinck Hinlopen Huis

    Geelvinck Keizersgracht 633 , South Canal Belt, 1017 DS
    • +31 20 6390747

    The Museum Geelvinck Hinlopen Huis is one of the few testaments to the wealthy life of the Dutch oligarchy prior to the French Revolution. Read more about Museum Geelvinck Hinlopen Huis

  • Begijnhof

    Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal 373, Central Amsterdam, 1012 RM
    • +31 20 6233565

    The Begijnhof is a well-enclosed courtyard which is one of the oldest courts and a hidden gem in the centre of Amsterdam. Read more about Begijnhof

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  • Oost-Indisch Huis

    Kloveniersburgwal 48, University District, 1012 CX

    Oost-Indisch Huis, or East India House is an austere building that was earlier the headquarters of the powerful Dutch East India Trading Company.

  • Royal Palace

    Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal 147, Central Amsterdam, 1012 RJ
    • +31 20 6204060

    The Royal Palace or Koninklijk Paleis is Queen Beatrix’s home away from home.

  • Muiderslot

    Herengracht 1 , Muiden, 1398 AA
    • +31 294 256262

    Located outside Amsterdam, a visit to Muiderslot castle is a thing to do for history buffs from across the globe.

  • Museum Van Loon

    Keizersgracht 672, South Canal Belt, 1017 ET
    • +31 20 6245255

    From the outside, the Museum Van Loon may not look any different from its Patrician counterparts situated at the centre of Amsterdam; however, a tour inside changes this initial observation.

  • ARCAM

    Prins Hendrikkade 600, Eastern Dock, 1011 VX
    • +31 20 6204878

    If you love interesting and innovative architecture then ARCAM (Amsterdam Centre for Architecture) is definitely for you and it’s even free to visit.

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Buildings and Monuments in Amsterdam

The city of Amsterdam is nearly 800 years old. This is clearly shown in the varied types of building designs and monuments dotted around the city. Visiting some of these should be one of the top things to do when exploring the city.

A visit to the Royal Palace is a must. Art enthusiasts can visit the Kattenkabinet. The Museum Willet-Holthuysen and the Museum Van Loon hold many beautiful objects while being architectural marvels themselves. The Central Station Amsterdam, Beurs Van Berlage and the Begijnhof add their own charm to the picturesque cityscape.

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