Openbare Bibliotheek Amsterdam, Amsterdam

Name: Openbare Bibliotheek Amsterdam
Address: Oosterdokskade 143, Amsterdam, 1011 DL, Netherlands
Telephone: +31 20 523 0900

#161 among attractions in Amsterdam

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Openbare Bibliotheek Amsterdam, Amsterdam

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Facts and practical information

The Openbare Bibliotheek Amsterdam is an organisation of public libraries in Amsterdam, Diemen and Ouder-Amstel in the Netherlands. The first library opened in 1919 at the Keizersgracht in Amsterdam. As of 2018, the OBA had 26 branch libraries, 177,000 members, and 1.3 million objects in its collection. ()

Alternative names: Established: 8 February 1919 (105 years ago)Coordinates: 52°22'34"N, 4°54'30"E

Address

Oosterdokskade 143Stadsdeel Centrum (Nieuwmarkt en Lastage)Amsterdam 1011 DL Netherlands

Contact

+31 20 523 0900

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Day trips

Openbare Bibliotheek Amsterdam – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: NEMO Museum, Café 't Mandje, Ons' Lieve Heer op Solder, Oudeschans.

~1170 ftSE
Waterfront, boat-like
NEMO Museum, Amsterdam
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~1680 ftW
Dancing, Nightlife
Café 't Mandje, Amsterdam
9 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.
0.4 miW
17th-century house with a hidden church
Ons' Lieve Heer op Solder, Amsterdam
10 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...
~1710 ftSW
Canal
Oudeschans, Amsterdam
9 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...
~1340 ftNE
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
Muziekgebouw aan 't IJ, Amsterdam
7 min walk • The Muziekgebouw aan 't IJ is a beacon of contemporary music and an architectural gem in the vibrant city of Amsterdam. Located on the banks of the river IJ, this modern concert hall is renowned for its exceptional acoustics and innovative programming, attracting music...
~1820 ftSW
Canal
Rechtboomssloot, Amsterdam
9 min walk • The Rechtboomssloot, or Recht Boomssloot, is a canal in the Lastage neighborhood in the center of Amsterdam.
~1070 ftE
Canal
Dijksgracht, Amsterdam
6 min walk • The Dijksgracht is a canal in the center of Amsterdam, north of the three Oostelijke Eilanden. It is also the name of the adjacent street.
~140 ftS
Museum
Conservatorium van Amsterdam, Amsterdam
1 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.
~1580 ftW
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.
~1630 ftS
Tower, Hendrick de Keyser, Historical place
Montelbaanstoren, Amsterdam
8 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.
~1230 ftNE
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
Bimhuis, Amsterdam
6 min walk • The Bimhuis is a concert hall for jazz and improvised music in Amsterdam. With an average of 150 performances a year the Bimhuis is the main stage for these musical genres in the Netherlands.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Openbare Bibliotheek Amsterdam open?

Openbare Bibliotheek Amsterdam is open:

Monday 10 am - 10 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 10 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 10 pm
Thursday 10 am - 10 pm
Friday 10 am - 10 pm
Saturday 10 am - 10 pm
Sunday 10 am - 10 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Openbare Bibliotheek Amsterdam?

Nearby attractions include Conservatorium van Amsterdam, Amsterdam (1 min walk), Oosterdokseiland, Amsterdam (2 min walk), Prins Hendrikkade, Amsterdam (6 min walk), Dijksgracht, Amsterdam (6 min walk).

How to get to Openbare Bibliotheek Amsterdam by public transport?

The nearest stations to Openbare Bibliotheek Amsterdam:

Bus

Prins Hendrikkade • Lines: 22, 305, 306, 314, 316, 391, 394, 43, N01, N04, N14, N86, N91, N92, N93, N94 (7 min walk)
Piet Heinkade • Lines: N89 (7 min walk)

Tram

Muziekgebouw • Lines: 26 (6 min walk)
Centraal Station • Lines: 12, 13, 14, 17, 2, 24, 26, 4 (9 min walk)

Ferry

Centraal Station • Lines: F2 (7 min walk)
IJplein • Lines: F2 (10 min walk)

Metro

Centraal Station • Lines: 51, 52, 53, 54 (9 min walk)
Nieuwmarkt • Lines: 51, 53, 54 (12 min walk)

Train

Amsterdam Central Station (10 min walk)
Amsterdam Muiderpoort (37 min walk)