Top 10 Churches & Cathedrals in Centrum, North Holland Province

September 5, 2021 Hector Krause

This city, full of colorful homes, canals and bridges, is one of Europe's most picturesque capitals. Must-sees on any visitor's itinerary include the Anne Frank House, the Van Gogh Museum and the world's only floating flower market. Rent a bike and join thousands of locals navigating Amsterdam's labyrinthine streets, or just take in the sights on foot. For an unusual and memorable alternative to hotels, consider staying in a houseboat.
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1. De Duif

Prinsengracht 754, 1017 LD Amsterdam The Netherlands +31 20 520 0090 https://www.iamsterdam.com/en/see-and-do/things-to-do/attractions-and-sights/overview-of-attractions/de-duif
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4.5 based on 3,257 reviews

De Duif

Reviewed By corinnef761 - Belfort, France

Just great to stroll along the canals and discover those peaceful and elegant canal houses! Welcoming staff and attractive handicrafts in some of them.

2. St. Nicholas Basilica

Prins Hendrikkade 73, 1012 AD Amsterdam The Netherlands +31 20 624 8749 http://www.nicolaas-parochie.nl/index.php?menu=2
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4.5 based on 489 reviews

St. Nicholas Basilica

3. De Krijtberg - Sint Franciscus Xaveriuskerk

Singel 448, 1017 AV Amsterdam The Netherlands +31 20 623 1923 [email protected] http://www.krijtberg.nl
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4.5 based on 132 reviews

De Krijtberg - Sint Franciscus Xaveriuskerk

Neo-gothic church from the 19th century, with a history that goes back to the 17thcentury era when the catholic was underground in the Netherlands.

4. Onze Lieve Vrouwekerk

Keizersgracht 220, 1016 DZ Amsterdam The Netherlands http://moedergodskerk.nl
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4.5 based on 13 reviews

Onze Lieve Vrouwekerk

5. Amstelkerk

Amstelveld 10, 1017 JD Amsterdam The Netherlands +31 20 520 0090 http://www.amsterdam.nl/kunst-cultuur/monumenten/beschrijvingen/amstelkerk/
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4.5 based on 6 reviews

Amstelkerk

6. Westerkerk

Prinsengracht 279-281, 1016 GW Amsterdam The Netherlands +31 20 624 7766 http://www.westerkerk.nl
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4.0 based on 705 reviews

Westerkerk

This magnificent Renaissance church (circa 1620) is identified by its high tower (more than 245 feet high,) and is the site of Rembrandt's grave who was buried here in 1669.

Reviewed By NJRollHard - New York City, United States

The church itself is... a church. Not much more to say. But I gave this 5 stars because you can climb to an observation deck, which is a wonderful experience. You must register to climb to the top with someone sitting at the front desk. It costs 6 Euros and there's a tour at the top of each hour. There's a closet that locks to leave your purses/backpacks/other large things, which are not allowed on the tour. Once you check with the front desk attendant, you must pick a time to visit, as each tour only holds a few people (I think 6 was the maximum.) You may get lucky and get the next time slot, or you may need to reserve one for hours later. The climb is difficult and steep, but if you are able, it's worth it. The tour guide (ours was a lovely woman whose first name began with J...) tells you about the building of the steeple, the bells that chime, the history of the church, and a lot more. You emerge at an observation deck that is 40m (that's 131 feet, for my fellow Americans) tall, with expansive, stunning views of the city. I highly recommend this tour if you need a workout and want a bird's eye view of the beautiful city of Amsterdam.

7. South Church (Zuiderkerk)

Zuiderkerkhof 72, 1011 WB Amsterdam The Netherlands +31 20 622 2962 http://zuiderkerkamsterdam.nl
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4.0 based on 92 reviews

South Church (Zuiderkerk)

Reviewed By Ogy_Kovachev - Sofia, Bulgaria

Once you want to escape the smell of weed in town, just walk in the church and relax. Interesting and small details architecture is in place. Walk and enjoy ♥️

8. Waalse Kerk

Walenpleintje 159, 1012 JZ Amsterdam The Netherlands +31 20 623 2074 [email protected] http://waalsekerk-amsterdam.nl/
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4.0 based on 15 reviews

Waalse Kerk

9. Agnieten Chapel

Oudezijds Voorburgwal 229/231 Universiteit van Amsterdam, 1012 EZ Amsterdam The Netherlands +31 20 525 2362 http://www.uva.nl/locaties/binnenstad/agnietenkapel.html
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4.0 based on 13 reviews

Agnieten Chapel

10. H.H. Petrus en Pauluskerk (De Papegaai)

Kalverstraat 58, 1012 PG Amsterdam The Netherlands +31 20 623 1889 http://www.nicolaas-parochie.nl
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4.0 based on 61 reviews

H.H. Petrus en Pauluskerk (De Papegaai)

Reviewed By HarTeeuw - Amsterdam, The Netherlands

‘Een kwartier voor God’ ( a quarter of an hour for God) is written on the sign outside on the very busy ‘Kalverstraat’ in Amsterdam. If you’re not careful you can easily miss it since it’s entrance is not one you would easily notice. A hidden church and indeed an oasis of peace with people who visit services there and some tourists passing by.... its much bigger inside than you would expect and actually crazy this rather big church is hidden so well... a perfect place to light a candle and sit quiet and respectfully to have some profound thoughts..... the nick name of this church is the parrot..... and you will see it inside... you will also find information about its history which is very interesting. No need to say to be respectful, quiet, and to take off that fancy hat...out of respect... I live a stones throw away and come here often. Not because I am a very religious person.... not at all..... but it is so beautifully calm...serene and it is for me the best place in town to pay my respect to the people who are sorely missed .....

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