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What travelers are saying
- TerezaCzech Republic109 contributionsThis area is definitely the beating heart of Amsterdam at night. There's so many people it might be hard to navigate around. We walked though this district maybe 2 or 3 times and during day and before dusk, it's just a normal touristy place with cute canals to take photos of. Reminder not to take any photos at night, it is beyond disrespectful.Written January 23, 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- jzeeeLondon340 contributionsLovely area to stroll around - lots of character little streets with boutiques, bars+ cafes. Plenty of photo opportunities along the canals with traditional architecture - but popular and busy on a Saturday.Written February 7, 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Dreamer1542155929312 contributionsFantastic, classical building. Well organized and easy to get around. Connects with the tram system right outside. In the heart of the city, it's a great location to start your walk around the sights of Amsterdam.Written December 3, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- rachel mWaringstown, UK594 contributionsThe tour itself isn't anything to admire but if you do the swing, virtual roller coaster and drink package it's worth it. The day we were there unfortunately the sun couldn't push through the mist so the view was terrible but we still really enjoyed it. If in Amsterdam it has to be done.Written January 26, 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- lararodrigues30Brussels, Belgium1 contributionVery well-organized, clean, and engaging.
The staff was very polite, also.
Do not lose the opportunity to imagine Rembrandt's life in his working and living space. Highly recommended!
(Just a suggestion to the Museum: providing the possibility to choose the playback speed on the guided tour would be the golden touch.)Written June 4, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Marvin GOgdensburg, NY1,673 contributionsAfter arriving from the airport into Central R.R. Station, we exited and rounded the corner of the building in search of a tram to our hotel and encountered this huge open square bounded on one side by the station and inner harbor wharfs, on another by De Bijenkorf Department Store (easily recognizable by its beehive shaped dome on top), on others by hotels, cafes, sandwich shops, and private buildings.
The square was bustling with traffic including trams, buses, cars, people on bicycles, and walkers. There was activity everywhere which elicited excitement on our part. This is the place to be to pick up a bite to eat from street vendors including the “famous” French fries with mayonnaise sauce, listen to buskers imparting both instrumental and vocal music, and just watching people who are in somber black and grey (popular with Europeans), the favorite bright orange (color de jour for Netherlanders), or other day glow colors.
Dam square is the center of everything in Amsterdam and all public transport either starts, terminates, or runs through the square. It’s the place to start your excursion through Amsterdam whether it be on land or water.Written November 11, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - ncjc2013Rolling Hills Estates, CA496 contributionsThe Royal Palace Amsterdam is about a 20 minute walk from where our cruise ship docked. We were able to get in without booking tickets on line, it wasn’t crowded. Price was reasonable, 25 euros total for 2 adults. Audio guides are free in many languages, and are interesting The rooms on the tour are very well preserved. An hour is enough to see the tour.Written October 21, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Ben GManchester, UK38 contributionsWent to see a concert with the Buenos Aires symphony orchestra. Great performance by both orchestra and the soloist. Staff were very helpful friendlyWritten August 25, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Mrclrf75Amsterdam, The Netherlands138 contributionsWhen entering Begijnhof coming from Kalverstraat (busy shoppingstreet) or Spui (square) you will notice the citynoise is allmost completely gone. The first time was when i was about 6 years old when my mum took us shopping. Every time I enjoy that, moment of serrnity and think of that first time.
There are a church and a chapel. The church is “ok”. The chapel on the other hand is really beautiful. From the outside you can’t see, but you cannot miss, it’s where most people walk in and out.
Please keep in mind that at Begijnhof has opening hours.Written January 5, 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Thomas VOakland, CA19,092 contributionsA very classy part of town, away from all the honky tonk. The museum buildings are gorgeous and are in park like settings, and along canals. There are a lot of tourists, but the crowds seem to melt away. Places to eat and drink nearby. Buy your museum tickets ahead of time.Written June 23, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- kpgcWinnipeg, Canada616 contributionsThis was a very nice way to spend the afternoon, walking the streets, taking in all the beautiful and small intricacies of all the residences, and popping in and out of the numerous boutiques and shops. A particularly lovely and interesting area of Amsterdam.Written January 1, 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Thomas VOakland, CA19,092 contributionsThis is one of the widest waterways in the city and one that you can take a canal boat on, or walk along. It is not the most charming, but it is very practical as a way for transport. Several big bridges.Written June 24, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Caitlin GEdinburgh, UK66 contributionsMy partner who is a huge football fan really enjoyed this and said there was a lot more access in this tour than other stadium tours. The big issue for us was that there was no tour guides or even audio guides and as a non football fan it would have really helped my experience to have this.Written November 24, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- katerina mEdinburgh, UK9 contributionsWe enjoyed some late evening drinks and a morning coffee in one of the cafes' outside tables, looking the crowd go by. Busy during the day with the tram and so many pedestrians going around, but nice to sit and watch. Lively during late evening - though you cannot stay outside way after 11 pm, as all cafes are closing their outside space.Written October 20, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Oleg T1 contributionNice place but the statues of the Nightwatch dissappiered.
I was there till and after they were removed but canțt find any info what happend.Written September 27, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
