De Bazel, Amsterdam

Name: De Bazel
Address: Vijzelstraat 32, Amsterdam, 1017 HL, Netherlands
Telephone: +31 20 723 0560

#242 among attractions in Amsterdam

Library, History museum

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Facts and practical information

De Bazel is a listed/protected historic building on the west side of the Vijzelstraat in Amsterdam, and stretches from the Herengracht to the Keizersgracht. It stands as an example of Brick Expressionism. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 52°21'53"N, 4°53'33"E

Address

Vijzelstraat 32Stadsdeel Centrum (Grachtengordel-Zuid)Amsterdam 1017 HL Netherlands

Contact

+31 20 723 0560

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Day trips

De Bazel – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Heiligeweg, FOAM, Bloemenmarkt, Kalvertoren.

~1150 ftN
Street, Shopping, Shopping district
Heiligeweg, Amsterdam
6 min walk • Nestled in the bustling heart of Amsterdam, Heiligeweg serves as a vibrant shopping district that attracts both locals and tourists alike. This pedestrian-friendly street, lined with a diverse array of shops, offers a delightful shopping experience in the Dutch capital.
~320 ftSE
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
FOAM, Amsterdam
2 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Amsterdam, FOAM is a contemporary museum dedicated to photography in all its forms. This museum is a beacon for photography enthusiasts, presenting a rich tapestry of works that range from historical images to the avant-garde, showcasing the...
~800 ftN
Unique floating flower market
Bloemenmarkt, Amsterdam
4 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Amsterdam, the Bloemenmarkt stands as the world’s only floating flower market, a vibrant and fragrant strip of botanic wonder that dates back to 1862. This unique market floats on the Singel canal, between the Koningsplein and the Muntplein...
~1000 ftN
Shopping, Shopping centre, Shop
Kalvertoren, Amsterdam
5 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Amsterdam, the Kalvertoren is a modern shopping center that offers a unique retail experience in one of the city's most bustling districts. This contemporary mall, situated on the famous Kalverstraat, is a prime destination for both locals...
~40 ftS
Museum, History museum, Specialty museum
Amsterdam City Archives, Amsterdam
1 min walk • The Amsterdam City Archives is a treasure trove of historical documentation, housed in the monumental De Bazel building, located in the heart of Amsterdam, Netherlands. This repository of knowledge is dedicated to preserving the memory of the city through a vast...
~890 ftN
Historic tower with a carillon
Munttoren, Amsterdam
5 min walk • The Munttoren, or Mint Tower, stands as a historical beacon in the bustling city of Amsterdam, Netherlands. This iconic structure, with its rich history dating back to the 17th century, is situated at the bustling Muntplein square, where the Amstel river and the Singel...
~1060 ftN
Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
Torture Museum, Amsterdam
6 min walk • The Torture Museum, Amsterdam is a small museum located in the heart of Amsterdam, near the flower market overlooking the Singel canal. Included in the list of the world's most unusual museums. It is a popular museum for tourists, The torture museum is one of the 50 museums in Amsterdam.
~1280 ftSE
Church, Baroque architecture
Amstelkerk, Amsterdam
7 min walk • The Amstelkerk is a Reformed church building in central Amsterdam, Netherlands. It lies in the southern part of the Grachtengordel neighborhood, near the Amstel River, between the Prinsengracht, Reguliersgracht and Keizersgracht.
~830 ftNE
Theater, Art Nouveau architecture, Cinema
Tuschinski Theatre, Amsterdam
5 min walk • Koninklijk Theater Tuschinski is a movie theatre in Amsterdam, in the Netherlands, near Rembrandtplein.
~380 ftNW
Unusual museum displaying feline art
KattenKabinet, Amsterdam
2 min walk • The KattenKabinet is an art museum in Amsterdam devoted to works depicting cats. The museum collection includes paintings, drawings, sculptures and other works of art by Pablo Picasso, Rembrandt, Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, Corneille, Sal Meijer, Théophile Steinlen, and Jože Ciuha, among others.
~1000 ftE
Museum of bags and purses in old townhouse
Museum of Bags and Purses, Amsterdam
5 min walk • The Museum of Bags and Purses, was a museum devoted to the history of bags, purses, and their related accessories. Located in Amsterdam's historic central canal belt, the museum's collection included over 5,000 items dating back to the sixteenth-century.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is De Bazel open?

De Bazel is open:

Monday 8:30 am - 8 pm
Tuesday 8:30 am - 8 pm
Wednesday 8:30 am - 8 pm
Thursday 8:30 am - 8 pm
Friday 8:30 am - 8 pm
Saturday 8:30 am - 8 pm
Sunday 9 am - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to De Bazel?

Nearby attractions include Amsterdam City Archives, Amsterdam (1 min walk), FOAM, Amsterdam (2 min walk), KattenKabinet, Amsterdam (2 min walk), Museum Fodor, Amsterdam (2 min walk).

How to get to De Bazel by public transport?

The nearest stations to De Bazel:

Tram

Muntplein • Lines: 24 (4 min walk)
Rembrandtplein • Lines: 14, 4 (6 min walk)

Bus

Rembrandtplein • Lines: N85, N87, N89, N91, N93 (6 min walk)
Keizersgracht • Lines: N85 (7 min walk)

Metro

Vijzelgracht • Lines: 52 (8 min walk)
Rokin • Lines: 52 (11 min walk)

Train

Amsterdam Central Station (27 min walk)

Ferry

Centraal Station • Lines: F2 (29 min walk)
IJplein • Lines: F2 (35 min walk)