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Klimhal Amsterdam

Klimhal Amsterdam is an indoor climbing centre for climbers of all
levels. The location offers a number of climbing walls with routes of varying difficulties. There’s even a special room just for bouldering.

Proeflokaal Wynand Fockink

Wynand Fockink, hidden away in a picturesque alley near Dam Square, is a testament to Amsterdam's centuries-old distilling tradition. Established in 1679, this venerable location features a classic tasting room and an accompanying distillery, offering a glimpse of a bygone era.

https://www.oba.nl/openingstijden/detail.199270.html/oba-oosterdok/

Amsterdam Public Library (OBA)

The largest library in the Netherlands, the Central Branch of the Amsterdam Public Library (Openbare Bibliotheek Amsterdam - OBA) is located on Oosterdokseiland, just east of Amsterdam Central Station. It is open daily from 10:00 to 22:00 (except select holidays).

Biblioteca Ets Haim

Amsterdam’s Ets Haim – Livraria Montesinos is the oldest Jewish library in the world, having enjoyed international acclaim since the Golden Age. The collected works of Ets Haim Library comprise over 500 manuscripts dating back to 1282 and 30,000 printed works dating back to 1484 – including works by philosopher Benedict Spinoza.

Botanical Gardens Vrije Universiteit (Zuidas)

Large herbarium and tropical greenhouses with orchids, a collection of bonsai trees (Japanese miniature trees) and the largest collection of cactuses and succulents in The Netherlands.

Amsterdam Central Station

Amsterdam Central Station is Amsterdam’s main railway station, located in the heart of the city. The station itself is one of Amsterdam’s most impressive buildings and it used by more than 250,000 passengers each day.

Het smalste huis

Amsterdam's narrowest house

It is often claimed that the house located at Singel 7 is the narrowest in the world. While there is some truth in this, it’s actually the house with the world’s narrowest façade – this is the back of the house, the front of the house is much wider.

Homomonument

Designed by Amsterdam-born artist Karin Daan in 1979, Amsterdam's  Homomonument (gay monument) was the first of its kind. It was commissioned by the Homomonument society and was officially unveiled in September 1987 at the Westermarkt.

Lovers Canal Cruises - Amsterdam Burger Cruise

During the Amsterdam Burger Cruise the guide of Lovers Canal Cruises will give you lively commentary about our great city.

De Poezenboot

The Catboat (De Poezenboot) is a refuge for stray and abandoned felines floating on Amsterdam’s picturesque Singel canal.

Bekijk hoe OBA Buitenveldert een bezoek voor mensen met een beperking of handicap toegankelijk maakt.

https://www.oba.nl/openingstijden/detail.1442047.html/oba-buitenveldert/

Buitenveldert Branch Amsterdam Public Library (OBA Buitenveldert)

The Buitenveldert branch of the Amsterdam Public Library houses a collection of over 36,000 books, 2000 DVDs and CD-ROMs as well as 175 newspapers and periodicals. The library hosts exhibitions as well as regular readings, tutorials and other activities. For a complete event schedule, please visit www.oba.nl. Buitenveldert branch library is also equipped with a computer for the reading impaired and holds several demonstrations of how to use the computer each year. Library members can make free use of the library’s internet services. Non-members pay €1 for 30 minutes.

Bekijk hoe OBA Diemen een bezoek voor mensen met een beperking of handicap toegankelijk maakt.

https://www.oba.nl/openingstijden/detail.199295.html/oba-diemen/

Diemen Branch Amsterdam Public Library (OBA Diemen)

Located in Diemen centre, the Diemen branch of the Amsterdam Public Library houses a varied collection of book titles, DVDs, newspapers and periodicals. It has a large roundtable and coffees and tea facilities. The branch is equipped with a workstation computer and internet access. Library members can make free use of the library’s internet services. Non-members pay €1 for 30 minutes. Regularly changing exhibitions are on view above the bookshelves and the library hosts a variety of activities.

iLLUSEUM

The iLLUSEUM is a contemporary wondercabinet near Amsterdam’s Bos n’ Lommer and the Baarsjes.

Dinner Cruise

It is our pleasure to welcome you on board of our luxurious Dinner Cruise. Together with the award winning chef Frans Kelders, Tours & Tickets will treat you to an unforgettable evening.

Westelijke eilanden walk - Gilde Amsterdam

A guided tour of Bickerseiland, Prinseneiland and Realeneiland. This grouping of islands have a rich history of trade, shipping and industry going all the way back to 17th century. During the tour you can explore the monumental warehouses, picturesque houses, nostalgic bridges and the modern architecture that's blooming in the district.

Hop On - Hop Off Bus + Boat Combination 24 h.

Our red buses and boats are the perfect way to explore Amsterdam at your own pace. Enjoy panoramic views of all the major landmarks Amsterdam has to offer. You can hop on and off as often as you like during a 24-hour period. Free WiFi included.

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