Raadhuisstraat, Amsterdam

Name: Raadhuisstraat
Address: Amsterdam, Netherlands

#251 among attractions in Amsterdam

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Facts and practical information

Raadhuisstraat is a street in Downtown Amsterdam, in the Netherlands. It is located between Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal and Prinsengracht. The street is named after the former City Hall or Town Hall, now the Royal Palace and it contains the gallery. It is the main thoroughfare into Old Centre. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 52°22'24"N, 4°53'14"E

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Stadsdeel Centrum (Grachtengordel-West)Amsterdam Netherlands

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

Nearby attractions include: Kalverstraat, Madame Tussauds, Anne Frank House, Magna Plaza.

~1210 ftSE
Street, Shopping, Shopping district
Kalverstraat, Amsterdam
6 min walk • Kalverstraat is the quintessential shopping artery of Amsterdam, bustling with activity and brimming with a wide range of stores. This pedestrian-friendly street stretches approximately 750 meters from Dam Square to Muntplein and is a magnet for both tourists...
~1230 ftE
Museum, Specialty museum, Art museum
Madame Tussauds, Amsterdam
6 min walk • Madame Tussauds Amsterdam is a renowned wax museum nestled in the heart of the Netherlands' vibrant capital city. As an iconic attraction, it offers visitors the unique opportunity to come face-to-face with lifelike replicas of celebrities, historical figures,...
~870 ftNW
WWII teenage diarist's house museum
Anne Frank House, Amsterdam
5 min walk • The Anne Frank House, a poignant museum nestled in the heart of Amsterdam, serves as a testament to the harrowing experiences of Jewish people during World War II. Situated along the Prinsengracht canal, this 17th-century canal house became a sanctuary for Anne Frank...
~690 ftE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Magna Plaza, Amsterdam
4 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Amsterdam, Magna Plaza stands as a testament to the city's historical architecture and modern-day consumer culture. This shopping centre, housed in a former post office building, offers a unique blend of classic Dutch architecture...
~930 ftE
Ornate Golden Age palace and royal venue
Royal Palace of Amsterdam, Amsterdam
5 min walk • The Royal Palace of Amsterdam stands as a grand emblem of the city's rich history and architectural prowess. Originally constructed in the 17th century as the city hall, this majestic building was transformed into a royal palace by King Louis Napoleon in the early 19th...
~1160 ftE
Square
Dam Square, Amsterdam
6 min walk • Dam Square, nestled in the heart of Amsterdam, Netherlands, is a historical site that pulsates with life and stands as a testament to the city's rich past and vibrant present. This iconic square is encircled by monumental buildings and is a hub of activity, drawing...
~1050 ftE
15th-century church and royal connection
Nieuwe Kerk, Amsterdam
6 min walk • The Nieuwe Kerk, or New Church, stands as an architectural gem and historical beacon in the bustling heart of Amsterdam, Netherlands. Situated on Dam Square, this 15th-century church is not only a place for worship but also a venue for royal ceremonies and an...
~830 ftN
Canal
Leliegracht, Amsterdam
5 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Amsterdam, the Leliegracht is a picturesque canal that epitomizes the serene beauty and historic charm of the Dutch capital. This quaint waterway, lined with elegant 17th-century houses and leafy trees, offers a tranquil escape from the bustling...
~1280 ftSE
Museum tracing the history of the city
Amsterdam Museum, Amsterdam
7 min walk • The Amsterdam Museum, until 2011 called the Amsterdams Historisch Museum, is a museum documenting the history of Amsterdam. Since 1975, it is located in the old city orphanage between Kalverstraat and Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal.
~850 ftNW
1600s church with iconic 85m-tall spire
Westerkerk, Amsterdam
5 min walk • The Westerkerk is a Reformed church within Dutch Protestant Calvinism in central Amsterdam, Netherlands. It lies in the most western part of the Grachtengordel neighborhood, next to the Jordaan, between the Prinsengracht and Keizersgracht.
~1110 ftN
Museum
Embassy of the Free Mind, Amsterdam
6 min walk • The Embassy of the Free Mind is a museum, library and platform for free thinking, inspired by the philosophy of the Bibliotheca Philosophica Hermetica collection. The museum focusses on the European culture of free thinking of the past 2.000 years, with Hermetic wisdom as the...

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Raadhuisstraat?

Nearby attractions include Spuistraat, Amsterdam (3 min walk), Coymanshuis, Amsterdam (3 min walk), Church of Our Lady, Amsterdam (4 min walk), Homomonument, Amsterdam (4 min walk).

How to get to Raadhuisstraat by public transport?

The nearest stations to Raadhuisstraat:

Tram

Dam • Lines: 12, 13, 17, 2 (5 min walk)
Westermarkt • Lines: 13, 17 (4 min walk)

Bus

Westermarkt • Lines: N82, N83, N84, N94 (4 min walk)
Dam • Lines: N82, N83, N84, N85, N86, N87, N89, N91, N93, N94 (4 min walk)

Metro

Rokin • Lines: 52 (8 min walk)
Nieuwmarkt • Lines: 51, 53, 54 (16 min walk)

Train

Amsterdam Central Station (18 min walk)

Ferry

Centraal Station • Lines: F2 (21 min walk)
IJplein • Lines: F2 (28 min walk)