Agnietenkapel, Amsterdam

Name: Agnietenkapel
Address: Oudezijds Voorburgwal 231, Amsterdam, 1012 EZ, Netherlands
Telephone: +31 20 525 3339

#124 among attractions in Amsterdam

Church, Gothic architecture, Specialty museum, Museum

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The Agnietenkapel is a 15th-century Gothic chapel in Amsterdam. It is the birthplace of the University of Amsterdam and still in use for doctoral dissertations and other university ceremonies, as well as academic events such as lectures and symposiums. The building has held rijksmonument status since 1970. ()

Alternative names: Completed: 1470 (554 years ago)Coordinates: 52°22'12"N, 4°53'42"E

Address

Oudezijds Voorburgwal 231Stadsdeel Centrum (De Wallen)Amsterdam 1012 EZ Netherlands

Contact

+31 20 525 3339

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

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Agnietenkapel open?

Agnietenkapel is open:

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

Which popular attractions are close to Agnietenkapel?

Nearby attractions include Grimburgwal, Amsterdam (2 min walk), Trippenhuis, Amsterdam (3 min walk), de Brakke Grond, Amsterdam (3 min walk), Nes, Amsterdam (3 min walk).

How to get to Agnietenkapel by public transport?

The nearest stations to Agnietenkapel:

Metro

Rokin • Lines: 52 (3 min walk)
Nieuwmarkt • Lines: 51, 53, 54 (7 min walk)

Tram

Rokin • Lines: 14, 24, 4 (4 min walk)
Dam • Lines: 12, 14, 2, 24, 4 (7 min walk)

Bus

Rokin • Lines: N85, N87, N89, N91 (4 min walk)
Rembrandtplein • Lines: N85, N87, N89, N91, N93 (7 min walk)

Train

Amsterdam Central Station (17 min walk)

Ferry

Centraal Station • Lines: F2 (19 min walk)
IJplein • Lines: F2 (26 min walk)