Things to do in Amsterdam, North Holland Province: The Best Sights & Landmarks

September 23, 2021 Kaleigh Reichenbach

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. The Amstel

Amsterdam The Netherlands +31 6 14409299 http://www.lovers.nl
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The Amstel

3. De Krijtberg - Sint Franciscus Xaveriuskerk

Singel 448, 1017 AV Amsterdam The Netherlands +31 20 623 1923 [email protected] http://www.krijtberg.nl
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De Krijtberg - Sint Franciscus Xaveriuskerk

Neo-gothic church from the 19th century, with a history that goes back to the 17thcentury era when the catholic was underground in the Netherlands.

4. Amsterdam Canal Ring

Amsterdam The Netherlands +31 20 420 4000 http://whc.unesco.org/en/list/1349/
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Amsterdam Canal Ring

5. Amstelkerk

Amstelveld 10, 1017 JD Amsterdam The Netherlands +31 20 520 0090 http://www.amsterdam.nl/kunst-cultuur/monumenten/beschrijvingen/amstelkerk/
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Amstelkerk

6. Rembrandt van Rijn en Nachtwacht

Rembrandtplein Gps: 52.3660121, 4.8967373, 1017 CD Amsterdam The Netherlands http://www.buitenbeeldinbeeld.nl/Amsterdam_C/Rembrandt.htm
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Rembrandt van Rijn en Nachtwacht

7. Gemeentearchief

Vijzelstraat 32 De Bazel Building, 1017 HL Amsterdam The Netherlands +31 6 41041028 [email protected] http://stadsarchief.amsterdam.nl
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Gemeentearchief

8. 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.

9. Rembrandtplein

Rembrandtplein, 1017 CT Amsterdam The Netherlands http://rembrandtplein.com
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Rembrandtplein

One of Amsterdam's main squares, this is an ideal place to sit on one of the many terraces and watch the world go by.

Reviewed By nass673 - Long Beach, United States

While taking the tram, I saw the statues in the distance without knowing about the area. I had to get off at the next stop to walk back to Rembrandt Square and I'm glad I did. Very neat statues showcasing respectable people. Worth the stop!

10. Bridge of 15 Bridges

Outside 561, Herengracht Grachtengordel-Zuid, Amsterdam, The Netherlands, 1017 BW Amsterdam The Netherlands
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Bridge of 15 Bridges

There is one bridge in Amsterdam’s central canal belt that gives a view of no less than 15 bridges. This unusual sight is found at the bridge crossing of the Reguliersgracht with the Herengracht, on the side with odd numbers. Standing on this bridge with your back to the Thorbeckeplein, you will see six arched bridges in a row. To the left you will find six more over the Herengracht and on the right you will see the next two. The 15th is the bridge you are standing on. It is particularly worth coming here at night as the bridges are illuminated giving one of the most beautiful and romantic views in Amsterdam.

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