Oudezijds Voorburgwal, Amsterdam

Name: Oudezijds Voorburgwal
Address: Amsterdam, Netherlands

#115 among attractions in Amsterdam

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The Oudezijds Voorburgwal, often abbreviated to OZ Voorburgwal, is a street and canal in De Wallen in the center of Amsterdam. The OZ Voorburgwal runs from the Grimburgwal in the south to the Zeedijk in the north, where it changes into the Oudezijds Kolk, which drains into the IJ. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 52°22'22"N, 4°53'50"E

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Stadsdeel Centrum (De Wallen)Amsterdam Netherlands

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Oudezijds Voorburgwal – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Oude Kerk, Ons' Lieve Heer op Solder, National Monument, Hash.

~450 ftN
Cultural center in oldest city building
Oude Kerk, Amsterdam
3 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Amsterdam's bustling De Wallen district, the Oude Kerk stands as the city's oldest building and its first parish church, now repurposed into a captivating museum. With its origins dating back to around 1213, this historical church has witnessed...
~1000 ftNE
17th-century house with a hidden church
Ons' Lieve Heer op Solder, Amsterdam
5 min walk • Nestled in the bustling heart of Amsterdam lies a hidden gem that transports visitors back to the 17th century: Ons' Lieve Heer op Solder, or "Our Lord in the Attic." This clandestine church, concealed within a seemingly typical canal house, serves as a museum that...
~780 ftW
Memorial to the dead, erected in 1952
National Monument, Amsterdam
4 min walk • The National Monument in Amsterdam stands as a poignant tribute to the victims of World War II. Located in the heart of the city on Dam Square, this important memorial is a central site for remembrance and reflection. It was unveiled on May 4, 1956, by Queen Juliana of...
~360 ftS
Museum, Science museum, Specialty museum
Hash, Amsterdam
2 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Amsterdam, Hash, Marihuana & Hemp Museum is a unique cultural institution dedicated to the controversial and versatile plant, Cannabis sativa L. This museum showcases the historical and modern uses of cannabis in medicine, culture, and industry...
~690 ftE
City gate, Vernacular architecture
Waag, Amsterdam
4 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.
~730 ftE
Square, Farmer's market, Neighbourhood
Nieuwmarkt, Amsterdam
4 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.
~350 ftNE
Nightlife, Red-light district, Red light
De Wallen, Amsterdam
2 min walk • De Wallen or De Walletjes was the largest and best known red-light district in Amsterdam prior to being temporarily shut down in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
~490 ftN
Square
Oudekerksplein, Amsterdam
3 min walk • The Oudekerksplein is a square in the centre of Amsterdam. It is named after the 14th-century church Oude Kerk which dominates the square. The Oudekerksplein is wedged between the Warmoesstraat street and Oudezijds Voorburgwal canal.
~160 ftSE
Canal
Oudezijds Achterburgwal, Amsterdam
1 min walk • The Oudezijds Achterburgwal, often abbreviated to OZ Achterburgwal, is a street and canal in De Wallen, the red light district in the center of Amsterdam.
~490 ftNE
52°22'25"N • 4°53'56"E
Museum of Prostitution - Red Light Secrets, Amsterdam
3 min walk • Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
~810 ftS
Museum, Baroque architecture, Architecture
Trippenhuis, Amsterdam
4 min walk • The Trippenhuis is a neoclassical canal mansion in the centre of Amsterdam. It was built in 1660–1662 for the wealthy Amsterdam weapons traders Louis and Hendrick Trip. Many references to weaponry can be seen on its facade. Since 1887 it has been the seat of the Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Oudezijds Voorburgwal?

Nearby attractions include Oudezijds Achterburgwal, Amsterdam (1 min walk), Bethaniënklooster, Amsterdam (2 min walk), De Wallen, Amsterdam (2 min walk), Hash, Amsterdam (2 min walk).

How to get to Oudezijds Voorburgwal by public transport?

The nearest stations to Oudezijds Voorburgwal:

Tram

Dam • Lines: 12, 13, 14, 17, 2, 24, 4 (8 min walk)
Nieuwezijds Kolk • Lines: 12, 13, 17, 2 (8 min walk)

Metro

Nieuwmarkt • Lines: 51, 53, 54 (5 min walk)
Rokin • Lines: 52 (7 min walk)

Bus

Nieuwezijds Kolk • Lines: N82, N83, N84, N85, N87, N89, N91, N93, N94 (8 min walk)
Dam • Lines: N82, N83, N84, N85, N86, N87, N89, N91, N93, N94 (8 min walk)

Train

Amsterdam Central Station (12 min walk)

Ferry

Centraal Station • Lines: F2 (14 min walk)
IJplein • Lines: F2 (20 min walk)