A'DAM Lookout Swing
The A'DAM Lookout is an observation deck on the 20th floor of the A'DAM Tower in Amsterdam-Noord, reached by the free ferry from Centraal Station. The observation deck is paid.
Church in Amsterdam
Westerkerk
Westerkerk is the largest Protestant church in the Netherlands, standing on the Prinsengracht near the Anne Frank House. Free to enter. Rembrandt is buried somewhere in the church, though the exact location is unknown. The tower climb (paid, small fee) offers views over the canal ring. Budget travelers visit for free, sit in the nave where Rembrandt’s funeral was held, and exit onto the Prinsengracht canal that defines Amsterdam.
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Before you go
- Address
- Prinsengracht, 1015 EB Amsterdam
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Other places worth the walk, and what each one costs.
Albert Cuyp Market
The Albert Cuyp Market is Amsterdam's largest and most popular street market, stretching along Albert Cuypstraat in the De Pijp neighborhood. Free to browse.
Anne Frank House
The Anne Frank House is the building on the Prinsengracht where Anne Frank and her family hid from the Nazis for two years. Entry is paid (online tickets only, released 6 weeks ahead, sell out fast).
Begijnhof
The Begijnhof is a hidden medieval courtyard in the center of Amsterdam, accessed through an unmarked doorway off the Spui. Free.
Bloemenmarkt
The Bloemenmarkt is the world's only floating flower market, a row of greenhouse barges on the Singel canal selling tulips, bulbs, seeds, and souvenirs. Free to browse.
Dam Square
Dam Square is the central square of Amsterdam, anchored by the Royal Palace, the Nieuwe Kerk, and the National Monument. Free to enjoy.
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