Kadijken, Amsterdam

Name: Kadijken
Address: Amsterdam, Netherlands

#419 among attractions in Amsterdam

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The Kadijken, also known as Kadijkseiland or Kadijkenbuurt, is a neighbourhood to the north of Artis zoo in the centre of Amsterdam. The name "Kadijken" is the plural form of Kadijk and refers to the two main streets that traverse the neighbourhood, Hoogte Kadijk and Laagte Kadijk. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 52°22'9"N, 4°55'22"E

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Stadsdeel Centrum (Oostelijke Eilanden en Kadijken)Amsterdam Netherlands

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

Nearby attractions include: National Maritime Museum, Tropenmuseum, Artis, Entrepotdok.

~1990 ftNW
Maritime history exhibits and replica ship
National Maritime Museum, Amsterdam
10 min walk • The National Maritime Museum, situated in the heart of Amsterdam, Netherlands, is a treasure trove of maritime history and a testament to the country's seafaring legacy. Housed in a grand, 17th-century building that was once the Amsterdam Admiralty's naval storehouse...
0.4 miS
Ethnography museum with audio tours
Tropenmuseum, Amsterdam
12 min walk • The Tropenmuseum is a vibrant cultural beacon in the heart of Amsterdam, offering a window into the diverse cultures and stories of people from tropical and subtropical regions around the world. Nestled in an impressive historic building which dates back to 1926, the...
~1770 ftSW
Long-established zoo with aquarium
Artis, Amsterdam
9 min walk • Nestled in the vibrant heart of Amsterdam, Artis is a historic zoo that offers a serene escape from the city's hustle and bustle. Founded in 1838, it stands as one of the oldest zoos in Europe and has since evolved into a beloved institution where nature, culture,...
~1430 ftSW
Canal
Entrepotdok, Amsterdam
7 min walk • The Entrepotdok, formerly Nieuwe Rapenburgergracht, is a canal in Amsterdam, and a street and row of former warehouses with the same name along the northeast side of the canal.
0.4 miW
Museum of WWII Dutch resistance
Verzetsmuseum, Amsterdam
12 min walk • The Resistance Museum is a museum located in the Plantage neighbourhood in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. The Dutch Resistance Museum, chosen as the best historical museum of the Netherlands, tells the story of the Dutch people in World War II.
0.5 miW
Museum, Specialty museum, Science museum
Micropia Museum, Amsterdam
12 min walk • Micropia is a museum in Amsterdam based on the idea of distributing information about microbes, which are often associated with illness and disease despite their essential function in the daily functioning of human life.
0.5 miSE
Bustling market with food and clothing
Dappermarkt, Amsterdam
13 min walk • The Dappermarkt is a market on Dapperstraat in Amsterdam-East and is one of the busiest markets of Amsterdam, The Netherlands. In 1910, the Dapperstraat was officially designated by the municipality of Amsterdam as a market street. The Dappermarkt draws visitors from all over the Netherlands.
~1170 ftSE
Windmill, Historical place, View point
De Gooyer, Amsterdam
6 min walk • De Gooyer is a windmill in Amsterdam located between Funenkade and Zeeburgerstraat. It is the tallest wooden mill in the Netherlands at 26.6 meters high.
~930 ftSW
Bridge
Entrepotdoksluis, Amsterdam
5 min walk • The Entrepotdoksluis is a bridge in Amsterdam-Centrum that crosses a lock by the same name.
~1230 ftSE
Nightlife, Outdoor seating, Bars and clubs
Brouwerij 't IJ, Amsterdam
6 min walk • Brouwerij 't IJ is a small brewery in Amsterdam, Netherlands. It is located in a former bath house named Funen, next to the De Gooyer windmill.
~820 ftW
Baroque architecture, Church, Concerts and shows
Oosterkerk, Amsterdam
4 min walk • The Oosterkerk is a 17th-Century Dutch Reformed church in Amsterdam, The Netherlands. The Oosterkerk was built in the period 1669-1671 by architect Daniël Stalpaert and completed by Adriaan Dortsman. The church bells were cast by Pieter Hemony. The church has not been used for church services since 1962, and fell into decay since then.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Kadijken?

Nearby attractions include Oostelijke Eilanden, Amsterdam (1 min walk), Werf 't Kromhout, Amsterdam (4 min walk), Oosterkerk, Amsterdam (4 min walk), Nieuwe Vaart, Amsterdam (5 min walk).

How to get to Kadijken by public transport?

The nearest stations to Kadijken:

Bus

Oostenburgergracht • Lines: 22 (4 min walk)
Wittenburgergracht • Lines: 22 (4 min walk)

Tram

Eerste Coehoornstraat • Lines: 7 (5 min walk)
Hoogte Kadijk • Lines: 7 (5 min walk)

Train

Amsterdam Muiderpoort (18 min walk)
Amsterdam Central Station (30 min walk)

Metro

Waterlooplein • Lines: 51, 53, 54 (22 min walk)
Weesperplein • Lines: 51, 53, 54 (22 min walk)

Ferry

Centraal Station • Lines: F2 (27 min walk)
IJplein • Lines: F2 (27 min walk)