Prins Hendrikkade, Amsterdam

Name: Prins Hendrikkade
Address: Amsterdam, Netherlands

#229 among attractions in Amsterdam

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Prins Hendrikkade is a major street in the centre of Amsterdam. It passes Amsterdam Central Station, intersects the Damrak at the mouth of the Amstel river, and forms the southern end of the IJtunnel across the IJ bay. The street formed the northern edge and outer harbour of the city until the 19th century. It was named after Prince Henry of the Netherlands, youngest son of King William II, following Henry's death in 1879. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 52°22'25"N, 4°54'22"E

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Stadsdeel Centrum (Nieuwmarkt en Lastage)Amsterdam Netherlands

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Prins Hendrikkade – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: NEMO Museum, Café 't Mandje, Oudeschans, Rechtboomssloot.

~1400 ftE
Waterfront, boat-like
NEMO Museum, Amsterdam
7 min walk • The NEMO Science Museum in Amsterdam is a beacon of discovery and education, nestled in the heart of the city. This striking structure, resembling a green copper ship rising from the water, opened its doors in 1997 and has since become an iconic destination for curious...
~1220 ftW
Dancing, Nightlife
Café 't Mandje, Amsterdam
6 min walk • Café 't Mandje is a historic and culturally significant establishment nestled in the heart of Amsterdam, Netherlands. This iconic café, located on the Zeedijk street, is celebrated as a pioneering venue for the LGBTQ+ community.
~660 ftSW
Canal
Oudeschans, Amsterdam
4 min walk • Nestled in the historic heart of Amsterdam, Oudeschans is a picturesque canal that offers a tranquil escape from the bustling city center. This serene waterway is lined with elegant Dutch buildings and charming houseboats, creating a postcard-perfect scene that...
~850 ftSW
Canal
Rechtboomssloot, Amsterdam
5 min walk • The Rechtboomssloot, or Recht Boomssloot, is a canal in the Lastage neighborhood in the center of Amsterdam.
~1320 ftW
City gate, Vernacular architecture
Waag, Amsterdam
7 min walk • The Waag is a 15th-century building on Nieuwmarkt square in Amsterdam. It was originally a city gate and part of the walls of Amsterdam. Later it served as a guildhall, museum, fire station and anatomical theatre, among other things.
~920 ftNE
Museum
Conservatorium van Amsterdam, Amsterdam
5 min walk • The Conservatorium van Amsterdam is a Dutch conservatoire of music located in Amsterdam. This school is the music division of the Amsterdam University of the Arts, the city's vocational university of arts.
~1430 ftSW
Canal
Kromboomssloot, Amsterdam
7 min walk • The Kromboomssloot, or Krom Boomssloot, is a canal in the Lastage neighborhood in the center of Amsterdam. It provides a transverse navigation from the Rechtboomssloot and was previously called Dwarsboomssloot.
~1530 ftNW
Historic Catholic church filled with art
Basilica of St. Nicholas, Amsterdam
8 min walk • The Basilica of Saint Nicholas is located in the Old Centre district of Amsterdam, Netherlands, very close to Amsterdam's main railway station. It is the city's primary Roman Catholic church.
~590 ftS
Tower, Hendrick de Keyser, Historical place
Montelbaanstoren, Amsterdam
3 min walk • The Montelbaanstoren is a tower on bank of the Oudeschans, Amsterdam canal in the Netherlands. The original tower was built in 1516 as part of the Walls of Amsterdam for the purpose of defending the city and the harbour.
~1300 ftW
Square, Farmer's market, Neighbourhood
Nieuwmarkt, Amsterdam
7 min walk • Nieuwmarkt is a square in the centre of Amsterdam, Netherlands. The surrounding area is known as the Lastage neighborhood. It is situated in the borough of Amsterdam-Centrum. The square is considered part of Amsterdam's Chinatown, next to the De Wallen. There are over 20 cafés and coffeeshops facing the square.
~1320 ftE
Square
Oosterdok, Amsterdam
7 min walk • The Oosterdok is a former wet dock in Amsterdam. It was created in 1831-1832 by constructing the Oosterdoksdam and the Oosterdoksluis, forming a reliable deep port closed off from the tidal IJ.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Prins Hendrikkade?

Nearby attractions include De Appel, Amsterdam (1 min walk), Lastage, Amsterdam (3 min walk), Scheepvaarthuis, Amsterdam (3 min walk), Waalseilandsgracht, Amsterdam (3 min walk).

How to get to Prins Hendrikkade by public transport?

The nearest stations to Prins Hendrikkade:

Bus

Prins Hendrikkade • Lines: 22, 305, 306, 314, 316, 391, 394, 43, N01, N04, N14, N86, N91, N92, N93, N94 (7 min walk)
IJ tunnel • Lines: 305, 306, 314, 316, 391, 394, N91, N93 (5 min walk)

Metro

Nieuwmarkt • Lines: 51, 53, 54 (7 min walk)
Centraal Station • Lines: 51, 52, 53, 54 (10 min walk)

Tram

Centraal Station • Lines: 12, 13, 14, 17, 2, 24, 26, 4 (10 min walk)

Ferry

Centraal Station • Lines: F2 (10 min walk)
IJplein • Lines: F2 (15 min walk)

Train

Amsterdam Central Station (12 min walk)
Amsterdam Muiderpoort (36 min walk)