8 Historic Sites in Grachtengordel-Zuid That You Shouldn't Miss

October 24, 2021 Stefan Strunk

This city, full of colorful homes, canals and bridges, is one of Europe's most picturesque capitals. Must-sees on any visitor's itinerary include the Anne Frank House, the Van Gogh Museum and the world's only floating flower market. Rent a bike and join thousands of locals navigating Amsterdam's labyrinthine streets, or just take in the sights on foot. For an unusual and memorable alternative to hotels, consider staying in a houseboat.
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1. Willet-Holthuysen Museum

Herengracht 605, 1017 CE Amsterdam The Netherlands +31 20 523 1870 [email protected] http://www.willetholthuysen.nl/
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Willet-Holthuysen Museum

Visitors can tour this 17th-century canal-side house in Amsterdam, which is filled with furnished period rooms and works of art that were donated by the owner Louisa Willet-Holthuysen to the city in 1895.

Reviewed By alicebenjipietro

This house is beautiful and I was in the mood for a small museum instead of one of the larger and more overwhelming ones. It consists of three floors with an audio guide and takes about an hour, and there is a lovely garden in the back. The paintings (especially of dogs) and art collection is quite impressive for the couples house. I was really amazed on how beautiful and intricate the details were - I would highly recommend giving this house a visit. Each room is so specifically designed and carefully thought through. The staff are also quite friendly. Another plus - there is a bathroom located on each floor. This is a place I would consider holding a private event. Loved it.

2. Museum Van Loon

Keizersgracht 672, 1017 ET Amsterdam The Netherlands +31 20 624 5255 [email protected] http://www.museumvanloon.nl
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Museum Van Loon

In the heart of Amsterdam on the Keizersgracht the house of the Amsterdam regent family Van Loon can still be seen. Seven days a week the family opens their home and collection to the public. Get a glimpse of the life of the Amsterdam Van Loon family in one of the finest canal houses of the city. Due to corona measures, the museum is temporarily closed on Mondays and Tuesdays (but still open for private tours and rental opportunities).

Reviewed By peternM6609KO

An amazing collection housed in one of the original canal houses owned by the Van Loon family (who co-founded the Dutch East India company). Small but well worth a look. They had an exhibition in the coach hose of sketches and watercolours.

3. The Bank - Herengracht 595

Herengracht 595, 1017 CE Amsterdam The Netherlands http://manchesterhistory.net/architecture/1920/amsterdambank.html
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The Bank - Herengracht 595

4. Herengracht 581 - Amsterdam

Herengracht 581, 1017 CD Amsterdam The Netherlands http://www.monumenten.nl/monument/1631
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Herengracht 581 - Amsterdam

5. Herengracht 493 - Amsterdam

Herengracht 493, 1017 BT Amsterdam The Netherlands http://www.monumenten.nl/monument/1606
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Herengracht 493 - Amsterdam

6. Herengracht 475 - Huis De Neufville

Herengracht 475, 1017 BS Amsterdam The Netherlands http://onh.nl/verhaal/herengracht-475-huis-de-neufville
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Herengracht 475 - Huis De Neufville

7. Herengracht 507 - Amsterdam

Herengracht 507, 1017 BV Amsterdam The Netherlands http://www.monumenten.nl/monument/1613
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Herengracht 507 - Amsterdam

8. Zon's hofje

Prinsengracht 159-171, 1015 DR Amsterdam The Netherlands http://www.amsterdam.nl/kunst-cultuur/monumenten/beschrijvingen/zon's-hofje/
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Zon's hofje

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