Begijnhof, Amsterdam

Name: Begijnhof
Address: Gedempte Begijnensloot, Amsterdam, 1012 RM, Netherlands
Telephone: +31 20 622 1918

#54 among attractions in Amsterdam

Historic walking areas, Historical place, Beguinage

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Facts and practical information

The Begijnhof is one of the oldest hofjes in Amsterdam, Netherlands. A group of historic buildings, mostly private dwellings, centre on it. As the name suggests, it was originally a Béguinage. Today it is also the site of two churches, the Catholic Houten Huys and the English Reformed Church. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 52°22'10"N, 4°53'24"E

Address

Gedempte BegijnenslootStadsdeel Centrum (Burgwallen-Nieuwe Zijde)Amsterdam 1012 RM Netherlands

Contact

+31 20 622 1918

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Day trips

Begijnhof – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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

~910 ftNE
Street, Shopping, Shopping district
Kalverstraat, Amsterdam
5 min walk • Kalverstraat is the quintessential shopping artery of Amsterdam, bustling with activity and brimming with a wide range of stores. This pedestrian-friendly street stretches approximately 750 meters from Dam Square to Muntplein and is a magnet for both tourists...
~680 ftS
Street, Shopping, Shopping district
Heiligeweg, Amsterdam
4 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.
~1020 ftS
Unique floating flower market
Bloemenmarkt, Amsterdam
5 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...
~830 ftSE
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...
~710 ftE
Museum of ancient treasures and artifacts
Allard Pierson Museum, Amsterdam
4 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Amsterdam, the Allard Pierson Museum stands as a treasure trove of ancient civilizations, offering a glimpse into the distant past. This esteemed institution is the archaeological museum of the University of Amsterdam, and it proudly displays an...
~910 ftSW
Museum for the Bible and biblical studies
Bijbels Museum, Amsterdam
5 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Amsterdam, the Bijbels Museum (Biblical Museum) offers an enlightening journey through the world of one of the most influential books in human history. Situated within the picturesque Cromhouthuis, a 17th-century canal house on Herengracht, the...
~340 ftN
Museum tracing the history of the city
Amsterdam Museum, Amsterdam
2 min walk • The Amsterdam Museum, until 2011 called the Amsterdams Historisch Museum, is a museum documenting the history of Amsterdam. Since 1975, it is located in the old city orphanage between Kalverstraat and Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal.
~770 ftS
Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
Torture Museum, Amsterdam
4 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.
~600 ftNW
Museum, Specialty museum
Yab Yum, Amsterdam
3 min walk • Yab Yum was one of the best-known and most exclusive brothels in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. Located in a 17th-century canal house on the Singel, it mostly catered to businessmen and foreign visitors. A second Yab Yum operated for a while in Rotterdam, but has since been closed.
~520 ftE
Monuments and statues
Equestrian statue of Queen Wilhelmina, Amsterdam
3 min walk • The equestrian statue of Queen Wilhelmina in Amsterdam is located on Rokin street, at the corner with Langebrugsteeg alley. The statue of Queen Wilhelmina of the Netherlands was sculpted in bronze by Theresia R. van der Pant.
~760 ftSW
Church, Spiritual, Gothic Revival architecture
De Krijtberg, Amsterdam
4 min walk • De Krijtberg Kerk is a Roman Catholic church in Amsterdam, located at the Singel. The church was designed by Alfred Tepe and was opened in 1883. The exuberant interior was made by Friedrich Wilhelm Mengelberg.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Begijnhof?

Nearby attractions include English Reformed Church, Amsterdam (1 min walk), Begijnhof Chapel, Amsterdam (1 min walk), Amsterdam Museum, Amsterdam (2 min walk), Spui, Amsterdam (2 min walk).

How to get to Begijnhof by public transport?

The nearest stations to Begijnhof:

Tram

Rokin • Lines: 14, 24, 4 (3 min walk)
Koningsplein • Lines: 12, 2 (3 min walk)

Bus

Rokin • Lines: N85, N87, N89, N91 (3 min walk)
Dam • Lines: N82, N83, N84, N85, N86, N87, N89, N91, N93, N94 (8 min walk)

Metro

Rokin • Lines: 52 (4 min walk)
Nieuwmarkt • Lines: 51, 53, 54 (13 min walk)

Train

Amsterdam Central Station (21 min walk)

Ferry

Centraal Station • Lines: F2 (23 min walk)
IJplein • Lines: F2 (29 min walk)