Amsterdam Sights

Hidden Amsterdam

Lesser-known attractions and strange or unique places of interest not typically found in a travel guide and which are known only to a few.

Begijnhof

Begijnhof (Beguinage)

an enclosed courtyard with 2 churches and charming houses dating from the early 14th century

Our Lord in the Attic (museum)

a hidden church tucked away in the attic of a 17th century merchant house.

Bethaniënklooster
(Convent of Bethany)

a cloister nestled in the oldest area of Amsterdam, where you can listen to chamber music.

Hofjes

Hofjes (Almhouses)

Almshouses (or inner courtyards) are collections of small apartments around a central courtyard, built for the elderly.

Amsterdam Neighborhoods Explained

Amsterdam is broken up into districts or boroughs (stadsdelen), which are further divided into neighborhoods. Read more


Jordaan Quarter

Discover the many picturesque streets of the Jordaan with its hidden gardens.


Famous Amsterdam Churches
Famous Amsterdam Churches   Sint Nicolaaskerk, Zuiderkerk, Westerkerk, Oude Kerk, Nieuwe Kerk