Herengracht, Amsterdam

#127 among attractions in Amsterdam

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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. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 52°22'3"N, 4°53'12"E

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Stadsdeel Centrum (Grachtengordel-West)Amsterdam Netherlands

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

Nearby attractions include: Heiligeweg, Huis Marseille, Bloemenmarkt, Kalvertoren.

~890 ftE
Street, Shopping, Shopping district
Heiligeweg, Amsterdam
5 min walk • Nestled in the bustling heart of Amsterdam, Heiligeweg serves as a vibrant shopping district that attracts both locals and tourists alike. This pedestrian-friendly street, lined with a diverse array of shops, offers a delightful shopping experience in the Dutch capital.
~440 ftW
Museum, Specialty museum, Art museum
Huis Marseille, Amsterdam
3 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.
~1050 ftE
Unique floating flower market
Bloemenmarkt, Amsterdam
6 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Amsterdam, the Bloemenmarkt stands as the world’s only floating flower market, a vibrant and fragrant strip of botanic wonder that dates back to 1862. This unique market floats on the Singel canal, between the Koningsplein and the Muntplein...
~1060 ftE
Shopping, Shopping centre, Shop
Kalvertoren, Amsterdam
6 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Amsterdam, the Kalvertoren is a modern shopping center that offers a unique retail experience in one of the city's most bustling districts. This contemporary mall, situated on the famous Kalverstraat, is a prime destination for both locals...
~350 ftN
Museum for the Bible and biblical studies
Bijbels Museum, Amsterdam
2 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...
~170 ftNW
Canal, Body of water, Park
Het Grachtenhuis, Amsterdam
1 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...
~1080 ftNW
Canal
Prinsengracht, Amsterdam
6 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.
~1010 ftNE
1400s women's religious community
Begijnhof, Amsterdam
5 min walk • The Begijnhof is one of the oldest hofjes in Amsterdam, Netherlands. A group of historic buildings, mostly private dwellings, centre on it. As the name suggests, it was originally a Béguinage. Today it is also the site of two churches, the Catholic Houten Huys and the English Reformed Church.
~860 ftE
Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
Torture Museum, Amsterdam
5 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.
~1280 ftN
Museum, Specialty museum
Yab Yum, Amsterdam
7 min walk • Yab Yum was one of the best-known and most exclusive brothels in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. Located in a 17th-century canal house on the Singel, it mostly catered to businessmen and foreign visitors. A second Yab Yum operated for a while in Rotterdam, but has since been closed.
~1280 ftSE
Unusual museum displaying feline art
KattenKabinet, Amsterdam
7 min walk • The KattenKabinet is an art museum in Amsterdam devoted to works depicting cats. The museum collection includes paintings, drawings, sculptures and other works of art by Pablo Picasso, Rembrandt, Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, Corneille, Sal Meijer, Théophile Steinlen, and Jože Ciuha, among others.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Herengracht?

Nearby attractions include Het Grachtenhuis, Amsterdam (1 min walk), Dutch Costume Museum, Amsterdam (2 min walk), De Krijtberg, Amsterdam (2 min walk), Bijbels Museum, Amsterdam (2 min walk).

How to get to Herengracht by public transport?

The nearest stations to Herengracht:

Tram

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

Bus

Rokin • Lines: N85, N87, N89, N91 (7 min walk)
Leidseplein • Lines: N84, N88 (9 min walk)

Metro

Rokin • Lines: 52 (9 min walk)
Vijzelgracht • Lines: 52 (14 min walk)

Train

Amsterdam Central Station (25 min walk)

Ferry

Centraal Station • Lines: F2 (28 min walk)
IJplein • Lines: F2 (34 min walk)