English Reformed Church, Amsterdam

Name: English Reformed Church
Address: Begijnhof 48, Amsterdam, 1012 WV, Netherlands
Telephone: +31 20 624 9665

#214 among attractions in Amsterdam

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The English Reformed Church is one of the oldest buildings in Amsterdam, situated in the centre of the city. It is home to an English-speaking congregation which is affiliated to the Church of Scotland and to the Protestant Church in the Netherlands. It comes under the Church of Scotland's International Presbytery, and is also known as the Scots Kirk in Amsterdam. The current minister is Rev. Lance Stone. ()

Local name: Engelse Hervormde Kerk Coordinates: 52°22'9"N, 4°53'24"E

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Begijnhof 48Stadsdeel Centrum (Burgwallen-Nieuwe Zijde)Amsterdam 1012 WV Netherlands

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+31 20 624 9665

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English Reformed Church – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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

~960 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...
~600 ftS
Street, Shopping, Shopping district
Heiligeweg, Amsterdam
3 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.
~950 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...
~760 ftSE
Shopping, Shopping centre, Shop
Kalvertoren, Amsterdam
4 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...
~680 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...
~900 ftW
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...
~1010 ftSW
Canal, Body of water, Park
Het Grachtenhuis, Amsterdam
5 min walk • Het Grachtenhuis, or The Museum of the Canals, is a gateway to the celebrated canal district of Amsterdam, a UNESCO World Heritage site since 2010. Situated on the prestigious Herengracht canal, Het Grachtenhuis offers visitors an immersive journey through the history...
~410 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.
~70 ftN
1400s women's religious community
Begijnhof, Amsterdam
1 min walk • 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.
~700 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.
~670 ftNW
Museum, Specialty museum
Yab Yum, Amsterdam
4 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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to English Reformed Church?

Nearby attractions include Begijnhof, Amsterdam (1 min walk), Begijnhof Chapel, Amsterdam (1 min walk), Spui, Amsterdam (2 min walk), Bibliotheca Rosenthaliana, Amsterdam (2 min walk).

How to get to English Reformed Church by public transport?

The nearest stations to English Reformed Church:

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)

Tram

Rokin • Lines: 14, 24, 4 (3 min walk)
Koningsplein • Lines: 12, 2 (3 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 (30 min walk)