Westertoren
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Amsterdam’s buzzing hub, with its sprawling network of tram rails and a seemingly constant flow of tourists and commuters, yields convenient access to some of the best sightseeing, shopping, and street life in Europe. Closest at hand are the Royal Palace, the quaint shops of Haalremmerdijk, the pedestrianized zones Kalverstraat and Dam Square with popular neighborhoods such as the Red Light District, and the Canal Ring hardly more than a moment’s stroll away. With the well-connected Centraal Station as Centrum’s base, it's easy to travel farther afield via one of the city’s iconic trams.
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Robert O
Rotterdam, The Netherlands3,819 contributions
Jul 2021
Due to restoration work the tower can not be climbed for the next couple of years.
Still to walk around the area is well worth it, especially if you take some distance from the tower. For instance go to the other side of the canal (Prinsengracht) and walk through the Jordaan neighborhood. From Eerste Leliedwarsstraat you get superb views of the tower.
Completed in 1638 the 87m high Renaissance style tower is the highest church tower in Amsterdam. Note the exuberant decorations, quite unique for a Protestant churchtower.
Still to walk around the area is well worth it, especially if you take some distance from the tower. For instance go to the other side of the canal (Prinsengracht) and walk through the Jordaan neighborhood. From Eerste Leliedwarsstraat you get superb views of the tower.
Completed in 1638 the 87m high Renaissance style tower is the highest church tower in Amsterdam. Note the exuberant decorations, quite unique for a Protestant churchtower.
Written August 11, 2021
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BradJill
Hong Kong, China159,140 contributions
Jun 2019 • Couples
A landmark structure along Prinsengracht is Westertoren, the 85 metre all tower that forms part of Westerkerk (West Church).
This is a beautiful tower that can be seen from quite some distance. You can also visit and tour the tower where you are afforded nice views of the area. Recommended to reserve in advance during peak summer months.
Designed by important Dutch architect Hendrick de Keyser in the early 17th-century, Westertoren is Dutch Renaissance in style. Similar to other church towers around Amsterdam, it is topped with the Imperial Crown of Austria. Views of the tower are really good from along Prinsengracht as well as certain areas within the Jordaan District.
Important sightseeing in the area includes Westerkerk, canal boat rides and Anne Frank House. Try to also find the small Anne Fank statue on the side of Westerkerk.
This is a beautiful tower that can be seen from quite some distance. You can also visit and tour the tower where you are afforded nice views of the area. Recommended to reserve in advance during peak summer months.
Designed by important Dutch architect Hendrick de Keyser in the early 17th-century, Westertoren is Dutch Renaissance in style. Similar to other church towers around Amsterdam, it is topped with the Imperial Crown of Austria. Views of the tower are really good from along Prinsengracht as well as certain areas within the Jordaan District.
Important sightseeing in the area includes Westerkerk, canal boat rides and Anne Frank House. Try to also find the small Anne Fank statue on the side of Westerkerk.
Written June 29, 2019
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Tim D
Altdorf, Germany572 contributions
Mar 2020 • Couples
We were unable to view the inside but this tower is very beautiful and right off the river. It's close to the Anne Frank memorial and worth a stop!
Written March 7, 2020
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Melanie T
New York City, NY4,560 contributions
Apr 2016 • Couples
I can only speak about the climb up Westertorn since the church itself was closed, unfortunately. They happened to be filming a television show there that weekend so no visitors were allowed. Luckily, we were still able to climb the tower.
The climb lasts about half an hour to go up and come back down. They start on every half hour, with the last tour leaving at 7:30 pm. There's a tour guide with you the whole time, who will teach you about the history of the tower itself. A tour costs 7 euros. You cannot purchase tickets online, but you can go early, buy your ticket, walk around the neighborhood, and then come back for your allotted time. This is what I would recommend. My boyfriend and I showed up at around 11, and the next available tour was for 1:30. This is most likely due to the fact that they do not let a lot of people up at a time (20 people per group).
The view from the top is amazing. You get a sweeping view of Amsterdam and you'll get about 10 minutes to take all the pictures you want. It was a great experience and gives you a different perspective of the city.
The climb lasts about half an hour to go up and come back down. They start on every half hour, with the last tour leaving at 7:30 pm. There's a tour guide with you the whole time, who will teach you about the history of the tower itself. A tour costs 7 euros. You cannot purchase tickets online, but you can go early, buy your ticket, walk around the neighborhood, and then come back for your allotted time. This is what I would recommend. My boyfriend and I showed up at around 11, and the next available tour was for 1:30. This is most likely due to the fact that they do not let a lot of people up at a time (20 people per group).
The view from the top is amazing. You get a sweeping view of Amsterdam and you'll get about 10 minutes to take all the pictures you want. It was a great experience and gives you a different perspective of the city.
Written June 1, 2016
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jeff1955malaysia
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia5,260 contributions
Oct 2018 • Friends
this church is unique in a sence that it has the tallest tower around. the architecture and the design is very beautiful. you need to pay 8euro to get to the top. but you get to view this whole area. the jordan area.
Written November 29, 2018
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Keith C
Huntingdon, UK690 contributions
Nov 2018
Did not venture inside this church so cannot comment about this however the spire is very beautiful with the orb sitting gracefully on the summit
Written November 11, 2018
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PrestonGuild
United Kingdom55,190 contributions
Mar 2017 • Friends
It is hard to miss the tower which is part of the Westerkerk and easily viewed from the canal if you are doing a boat tour or if you heading towards the Anne Frank house.
Written February 18, 2018
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Tomme T
Sydney, Australia2,890 contributions
Jun 2016 • Couples
Nice tower next to Anne Frank house. Unfortunately for us, we didn't plan far enough ahead and were not able to get tickets for the climb, which was a bit of a waste, as the views at the top would have been magnificent.
The tower itself was still quite nice, especially the beautiful globe at the top. We will return again to Amsterdam, and will definitely book our tickets in advance next time.
The tower itself was still quite nice, especially the beautiful globe at the top. We will return again to Amsterdam, and will definitely book our tickets in advance next time.
Written May 7, 2017
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Ragu88
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia985 contributions
Sep 2016 • Friends
Very Beautiful Tower nearby Anne Frank. Another beautiful architecture in Amsterdam that must visit by everyone. Unable to climb to top due to some TV shots happening there but still beautiful from below.
Written September 27, 2016
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peter c
84 contributions
Jul 2016 • Family
Probably worth buying your ticket to the top of this before you go and see Anne Frank's house, as you can book your timeslot ahead. It's a great climb although the stairs are steep on the way up, they appear about 20 times steeper on the way down. The view is great and the guide will be sure to be disgustingly attractive and able to provide lots of detail on the tower and the bells in multiple languages.
Written July 16, 2016
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Medina
Amsterdam, The Netherlands2 contributions
Hello. I would like to know, do you have any observation place on the top ? Thanks in advance
Andrey Nikonov
Kolomna, Russia10,536 contributions
Привет. Возможен подъем на башню за плату. Вход со стороны Prinsengracht. Удачи.
EmePeJota
Seville, Spain90 contributions
¿Es posible comprar las entradas por Intenet para una hora determinada? Cuando se viaja con poco tiempo, es mejor planificar un poco... ¿Es posible subir 6 adultos y 2 niñas en el mismo grupo? ¿Es una subida dura para adultos de 66 años? Gracias
mariobrun
Villa La Angostura, Argentina1,971 contributions
Estimada: según recuerdo la entrada (que vale 7,50 euros) no se puede comprar por Internet sino en la base (aunque puede comprarse para una hora determinada, pero hay que ir temprano para poder elegir). Creo que el tamaño máximo de un grupo es de 6 personas, pero deberías chequearlo al comprar las entradas. La subida es algo exigente: si la persona de 66 años está saludable, en un buen estado físico, podrá subir sin problemas tomando pequeños descansos. El descenso exige un poco más las rodillas (es importante tener esto en cuenta). Espero te haya sido útil mi respuesta. Saludos cordiales y que disfrutes de esta atracción :-)
teemi129
Seattle47 contributions
Does it cost money to climb the tower? And is there a long queue to do so?
Thank you!
Solodam J
Amsterdam, The Netherlands35,357 contributions
Yes, it costs € 7,50 and it's from April to October. Guided tour is every 30 minutes. Almost no que. By the clear day, you'll see the city of amsterdam from above
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