Bloemgracht (Flower Canal), Amsterdam, Netherlands

Amsterdam Places of Worship

Zeedijk Temple

The Fo Guang Shan He Hua Temple in Amsterdam is the shining beacon of Buddhism in a largely Christian-inhabited city. ...more »

  • Location: Red Light District
  • Type: Places of Worship
  • Tel: +31 20 4202357

Noorderkerk

The Noorderkerk, meaning Northern Church, is a 17th Century Protestant Church, located in the city of Amsterdam. ...more »

  • Location: Jordaan
  • Type: Places of Worship
  • Tel: +31 20 6266436

Portuguese Synagogue

The Portuguese Synagogue in Amsterdam stands testimony to the religious and cultural freedom that is enjoyed by the Dutch. ...more »

  • Location: Jewish Quarter
  • Type: Museums
  • Tel: +31 20 6245351

Zuiderkerk

Built in the 17th Century, Zuiderkerk played a role in the life of two of the greatest painters in the world, Rembrandt van Rijn and Claude Monet. ...more »

  • Location: University District
  • Type: Places of Worship
  • Tel: +31 20 5527987

Agnietenkapel

The Agnietenkapel, or the Chapel of Holy Agnes, may just be the oldest medieval chapel still in mint condition in Amsterdam. ...more »

  • Location: University District
  • Type: Places of Worship
  • Tel: +31 20 5253339

De Oude Kerk

De Oude Kerk, or the Old Church, is the oldest church in Amsterdam. ...more »

  • Location: Red Light District
  • Type: Places of Worship
  • Tel: +31 20 6258284

Our Lord in the Attic

Set in Amsterdam's Red Light District, the Church of Our Lord in the Attic is one of the oldest museums in the city ...more »

  • Location: Red Light District
  • Type: Museums
  • Tel: +31 20 6246604

Westerkerk

The Westerkerk is one of the most noticeable buildings in Amsterdam, due to the distinction of having the tallest tower in the city. ...more »

  • Location: West Canal Belt
  • Type: Places of Worship
  • Tel: +31 20 6247766

De Nieuwe Kerk

De Nieuwe Kerk, literally translated as The New Church, is really not new per se. Established in 1491, it is actually quite an old church. ...more »

  • Location: Central Amsterdam
  • Type: Places of Worship
  • Tel: +31 20 6268168

St. Nicolaaskerk

The St. Nicolaaskerk is notable for its splendid setting and marvelous paintings which adorn the walls. ...more »

  • Location: Central Amsterdam
  • Type: Places of Worship
  • Tel: +31 20 6248749

Our Local Experts say:

When the craziness of Amsterdam gets to you and you feel the need to calm down, one of the best things to do would be to visit a place of worship. Slow things down and reflect on the purpose of life and feel the presence of a higher being. 

There is a plethora of beautiful churches scattered throughout the city. Churches like St. Nicolaaskerk, Westerkerk, Zuiderkerk, Agnietenkapel, etc are a treat for the eyes and the soul as well. Buddhists can continue their search for nirvana at the Zeedijk Temple, while Jews can offer their prayers at the Portuguese Synagogue.

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