Nieuwe Vaart, Amsterdam

Name: Nieuwe Vaart
Address: Amsterdam, Netherlands

#168 among attractions in Amsterdam

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Facts and practical information

The Nieuwe Vaart or Nieuwevaart is a 17th-century canal in Amsterdam that runs from the center to Amsterdam-Oost. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 52°22'2"N, 4°55'30"E

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Stadsdeel Centrum (Oostelijke Eilanden en Kadijken)Amsterdam Netherlands

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Nieuwe Vaart – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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

0.5 miNW
Maritime history exhibits and replica ship
National Maritime Museum, Amsterdam
14 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...
~1690 ftS
Ethnography museum with audio tours
Tropenmuseum, Amsterdam
9 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...
~1860 ftW
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,...
~1820 ftW
Canal
Entrepotdok, Amsterdam
9 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.
0.5 miW
Museum of WWII Dutch resistance
Verzetsmuseum, Amsterdam
14 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
14 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.
~1620 ftS
Bustling market with food and clothing
Dappermarkt, Amsterdam
8 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.
~300 ftSE
Windmill, Historical place, View point
De Gooyer, Amsterdam
2 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.
~1310 ftW
Bridge
Entrepotdoksluis, Amsterdam
7 min walk • The Entrepotdoksluis is a bridge in Amsterdam-Centrum that crosses a lock by the same name.
0.5 miS
Green space with bird watching and cycling
Oosterpark, Amsterdam
14 min walk • The Oosterpark is the first large park laid out by the municipality of Amsterdam. Located near the Singelgracht to the north, it is the principal component of the Oosterpark neighbourhood in the Oost borough.
~350 ftSE
Nightlife, Outdoor seating, Bars and clubs
Brouwerij 't IJ, Amsterdam
2 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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Nieuwe Vaart?

Nearby attractions include De Gooyer, Amsterdam (2 min walk), Brouwerij 't IJ, Amsterdam (2 min walk), Oostelijke Eilanden, Amsterdam (5 min walk), Kadijken, Amsterdam (5 min walk).

How to get to Nieuwe Vaart by public transport?

The nearest stations to Nieuwe Vaart:

Tram

Hoogte Kadijk • Lines: 7 (1 min walk)
Eerste Coehoornstraat • Lines: 7 (3 min walk)

Bus

Oostenburgergracht • Lines: 22 (2 min walk)
Het Funen • Lines: 22 (7 min walk)

Train

Amsterdam Muiderpoort (14 min walk)
Amsterdam Central Station (34 min walk)

Metro

Weesperplein • Lines: 51, 53, 54 (22 min walk)
Waterlooplein • Lines: 51, 53, 54 (23 min walk)

Ferry

Centraal Station • Lines: F2 (31 min walk)
IJplein • Lines: F2 (32 min walk)