Keizersgracht, Amsterdam

Name: Keizersgracht
Address: Amsterdam, Netherlands

#130 among attractions in Amsterdam

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The Keizersgracht is a canal in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. It is the second of the three main Amsterdam canals that together form the Grachtengordel, or canal belt, and lies between the inner Herengracht and outer Prinsengracht. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 52°21'60"N, 4°53'5"E

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Stadsdeel Centrum (Grachtengordel-West)Amsterdam Netherlands

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

Nearby attractions include: Melkweg, Huis Marseille, Bijbels Museum, Het Grachtenhuis.

~1060 ftSW
Dancing, Nightlife
Melkweg, Amsterdam
6 min walk • At the heart of Amsterdam's vibrant cultural scene, Melkweg stands as a premier music venue, pulsating with life amidst the city's historic canals and bustling streets. This dynamic venue, nestled in the Leidseplein area, is renowned for hosting an eclectic mix of live...
~340 ftN
Museum, Specialty museum, Art museum
Huis Marseille, Amsterdam
2 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Amsterdam, Huis Marseille stands as a beacon for photography enthusiasts and cultural connoisseurs alike. This museum, dedicated to the art of photography, is housed in a historic canal-side building that dates back to 1665.
~760 ftNE
Museum for the Bible and biblical studies
Bijbels Museum, Amsterdam
4 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Amsterdam, the Bijbels Museum (Biblical Museum) offers an enlightening journey through the world of one of the most influential books in human history. Situated within the picturesque Cromhouthuis, a 17th-century canal house on Herengracht, the...
~560 ftNE
Canal, Body of water, Park
Het Grachtenhuis, Amsterdam
3 min walk • Het Grachtenhuis, or The Museum of the Canals, is a gateway to the celebrated canal district of Amsterdam, a UNESCO World Heritage site since 2010. Situated on the prestigious Herengracht canal, Het Grachtenhuis offers visitors an immersive journey through the history...
~930 ftNW
Canal
Prinsengracht, Amsterdam
5 min walk • The Prinsengracht is a 3.2-kilometer-long canal that runs parallel to the Keizersgracht in the center of Amsterdam. The canal, named after the Prince of Orange, is the fourth of the four main canals belonging to the canal belt.
~1350 ftE
Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
Torture Museum, Amsterdam
7 min walk • The Torture Museum, Amsterdam is a small museum located in the heart of Amsterdam, near the flower market overlooking the Singel canal. Included in the list of the world's most unusual museums. It is a popular museum for tourists, The torture museum is one of the 50 museums in Amsterdam.
~1090 ftSW
Theater, Opera, Concerts and shows
Municipal Theatre, Amsterdam
6 min walk • The Stadsschouwburg of Amsterdam is the name of a theatre building at the Leidseplein in Amsterdam, Netherlands. The building is in the neo-Renaissance style dating back to 1894, and is the former home of the National Ballet and Opera.
~890 ftSW
Buzzing bars and iconic concert venues
Leidseplein, Amsterdam
5 min walk • Leidseplein is a square in central Amsterdam, Netherlands. It lies in the Weteringschans neighborhood, immediately northeast of the Singelgracht. It is located on the crossroads of the Weteringschans, Marnixstraat and Leidsestraat.
~850 ftNE
Church, Spiritual, Gothic Revival architecture
De Krijtberg, Amsterdam
5 min walk • De Krijtberg Kerk is a Roman Catholic church in Amsterdam, located at the Singel. The church was designed by Alfred Tepe and was opened in 1883. The exuberant interior was made by Friedrich Wilhelm Mengelberg.
~570 ftNE
Canal
Herengracht, Amsterdam
3 min walk • The Herengracht is the second of four Amsterdam canals belonging to the canal belt and lies between the Singel and the Keizersgracht. The Gouden Bocht in particular is known for its large and beautiful canal houses.
~1350 ftS
Theater, Cinema, Civic center
De Balie, Amsterdam
7 min walk • De Balie is a theatre and a centre for politics, culture and media, with a café-restaurant at Kleine-Gartmanplantsoen 10, at Leidseplein in Amsterdam, The Netherlands. De Balie specialises in a number of territories: politics, art, society, media and cinema, and regularly organises programs.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Keizersgracht?

Nearby attractions include Morsink Icon Gallery, Amsterdam (2 min walk), Leidsegracht, Amsterdam (2 min walk), Huis Marseille, Amsterdam (2 min walk), Het Grachtenhuis, Amsterdam (3 min walk).

How to get to Keizersgracht by public transport?

The nearest stations to Keizersgracht:

Tram

Keizersgracht • Lines: 12, 2 (3 min walk)
Prinsengracht • Lines: 12, 2 (3 min walk)

Bus

Leidseplein • Lines: 397, N22, N26, N82, N83, N84, N86, N88 (9 min walk)
Elandsgracht • Lines: 357, N82, N83, N84, N88 (9 min walk)

Metro

Rokin • Lines: 52 (11 min walk)
Vijzelgracht • Lines: 52 (13 min walk)

Train

Amsterdam Central Station (28 min walk)

Ferry

Centraal Station • Lines: F2 (31 min walk)
IJplein • Lines: F2 (37 min walk)