Duration
1 hour
Best Time
Morning
Price
€
Closures
Closed on Sunday, Saturday
About Westerkerk
The tallest church in Amsterdam, with a tower you can climb for EUR9 and one of the best views of the canal ring from the top. Rembrandt is buried here (somewhere; the exact spot was lost), and Anne Frank could hear the Westertoren bells from the annex. The climb is 85 meters up narrow stairs with a guide, in small groups. The church interior is free to enter and impressively plain in the Protestant Dutch tradition: whitewashed walls, clear glass windows, and wooden pews.
Insider Tips
Tower climb is EUR9 and runs April through October, guided only, in small groups. Go early in the morning for shorter waits. The church itself is free and worth entering for the contrast with Catholic churches. Listen for the carillon playing on the quarter hour.
Practical Details
Getting There
Address
Prinsengracht 279, 1016 DL Amsterdam, Netherlands
Neighborhood
JordaanNearest Metro
Skip the queue: Book tickets online to avoid the ticket line.
Frequently Asked Questions
Plan for about 1 hour. Morning visits are typically less crowded.
Westerkerk is in the Jordaan neighborhood of Amsterdam. The address is Prinsengracht 279, 1016 DL Amsterdam, Netherlands. The area is well-served by metro.
Morning visits, especially early, mean fewer crowds and better light for photos. Weekdays are significantly quieter than weekends.
Comfortable shoes are recommended. Parts are outdoors, so bring a light layer.
Closed on Sunday, Saturday. Check the official website for holiday closures and special hours.
Nearby in Jordaan
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