Municipal Theatre, Amsterdam

Name: Municipal Theatre
Address: Leidseplein 26, Amsterdam, 1017 PT, Netherlands
Telephone: 624 2311

#99 among attractions in Amsterdam

Theater, Opera, Concerts and shows, Neo-renaissance architecture

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Facts and practical information

The Stadsschouwburg of Amsterdam is the name of a theatre building at the Leidseplein in Amsterdam, Netherlands. The building is in the neo-Renaissance style dating back to 1894, and is the former home of the National Ballet and Opera. ()

Local name: Stadsschouwburg Coordinates: 52°21'51"N, 4°52'55"E

Address

Leidseplein 26Stadsdeel Centrum (De Weteringschans)Amsterdam 1017 PT Netherlands

Contact

624 2311

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Day trips

Municipal Theatre – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Melkweg, Rijksmuseum, Huis Marseille, Bijbels Museum.

~270 ftNW
Dancing, Nightlife
Melkweg, Amsterdam
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~1720 ftSE
Art museum housing European masterpieces
Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam
9 min walk • The Rijksmuseum is a beacon of art and history nestled in the heart of Amsterdam, the Netherlands. Established in 1800, this iconic institution is the Dutch national museum dedicated to arts and history. It houses an extensive collection that spans over 800 years of...
~1390 ftNE
Museum, Specialty museum, Art museum
Huis Marseille, Amsterdam
7 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Amsterdam, Huis Marseille stands as a beacon for photography enthusiasts and cultural connoisseurs alike. This museum, dedicated to the art of photography, is housed in a historic canal-side building that dates back to 1665.
~1840 ftNE
Museum for the Bible and biblical studies
Bijbels Museum, Amsterdam
9 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...
~1650 ftNE
Canal, Body of water, Park
Het Grachtenhuis, Amsterdam
8 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...
~1670 ftN
Canal
Prinsengracht, Amsterdam
9 min walk • The Prinsengracht is a 3.2-kilometer-long canal that runs parallel to the Keizersgracht in the center of Amsterdam. The canal, named after the Prince of Orange, is the fourth of the four main canals belonging to the canal belt.
~700 ftS
Nightlife, Gambling, Casino
Holland Casino, Amsterdam
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~240 ftNE
Buzzing bars and iconic concert venues
Leidseplein, Amsterdam
2 min walk • Leidseplein is a square in central Amsterdam, Netherlands. It lies in the Weteringschans neighborhood, immediately northeast of the Singelgracht. It is located on the crossroads of the Weteringschans, Marnixstraat and Leidsestraat.
~1640 ftNE
Canal
Herengracht, Amsterdam
8 min walk • The Herengracht is the second of four Amsterdam canals belonging to the canal belt and lies between the Singel and the Keizersgracht. The Gouden Bocht in particular is known for its large and beautiful canal houses.
~1720 ftS
Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
Diamond Museum Amsterdam, Amsterdam
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~1090 ftNE
Canal
Keizersgracht, Amsterdam
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Municipal Theatre open?

Municipal Theatre is open:

Monday 12 pm - 6 pm
Tuesday 12 pm - 6 pm
Wednesday 12 pm - 6 pm
Thursday 12 pm - 6 pm
Friday 12 pm - 6 pm
Saturday 12 pm - 6 pm
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to Municipal Theatre?

Nearby attractions include Leidseplein, Amsterdam (2 min walk), DeLaMar, Amsterdam (2 min walk), Sugar Factory, Amsterdam (2 min walk), De Balie, Amsterdam (3 min walk).

How to get to Municipal Theatre by public transport?

The nearest stations to Municipal Theatre:

Tram

Leidseplein, 19 • Lines: 1, 12, 19, 2, 5, 7 (1 min walk)
Leidseplein • Lines: 19, 5, 7 (2 min walk)

Bus

Leidseplein • Lines: 397, N22, N26, N82, N83, N84, N86, N88 (3 min walk)
Overtoom • Lines: N83 (8 min walk)

Metro

Vijzelgracht • Lines: 52 (12 min walk)
Rokin • Lines: 52 (16 min walk)

Train

Amsterdam Central Station (33 min walk)

Ferry

Centraal Station • Lines: F2 (36 min walk)