8043 reviews

Begijnhof

Name: Begijnhof
Address: Amsterdam, Netherlands
Rating: 4.5

Amsterdam

Begijnhof 1, 1012 WS Amsterdam, Netherlands

Historical landmark Church Tourist attraction

+31 20 622 1918

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Begijnhof is a historical landmark, church and tourist attraction located in Amsterdam, Netherlands. The average rating of this business is 4.50 out of 5 stars based on 8043 reviews. The street address of this business is Begijnhof 1, 1012 WS Amsterdam, Netherlands. Begijnhof is open seven days a week from 09:30am to 06:00pm.

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Where Begijnhof is located at?: Begijnhof is located at Begijnhof 1, 1012 WS Amsterdam, Netherlands.
What is the contact number of Begijnhof?: The contact number of Begijnhof is +31 20 622 1918

Reviews

5 Bastian Brunner 40 months ago

It was such a beautiful place. You could make so cool and nice looking pictures and it wasn’t too growded. If you’re near this place go there and even if you need to walk there a couple of minutes it is worth it.

5 Audrey Salles-Cook 32 months ago

The line is really quick and while waiting a very nice guide is introducing you the story of this wonderful place. The entrance is free, this quiet and relaxing visit is not taking so long. Loved the chapel, it’s paintings and the beautiful garden atmosphere !

5 Giovanni Castiglioni 33 months ago

Known as the oldest “hofjes” in Amsterdam, it’s composed by a group of houses built around a courtyard and garden which provided modest homes for the Beguines.
Begijnhof is quoted in guidebooks and there is the possibility to find a large number of visitors that coming through.
It's a quiet oasis in the centre of the city, located near Spui. It's a peaceful place to spend some time. To me, Begijnhof is one of the places of the heart of Amsterdam.
Remember that silence is requested. Free entrance.

5 Flavio Pimentel 33 months ago

The Begijhof is a oasis of peace in the chaotic center of Amsterdam. It is a garden surrounded by a beautiful set of charming Dutch houses. The perfect place to sit for a bit while exploring the city. You can also visit a small chapel there and light a candle. Silence is always required, so the atmosphere is very peaceful. Make sure to not disturb the residents who might be seating if front of their houses and do not trespass the private areas.

5 CMB Caspanello 35 months ago

A quiet area from the hustle and bustle. At the time our small group had to pass security to get in and tour the area. Parts of this are residential, for what we told are some of nuns in the community. Unsure if it is true. Please respect the grounds and dont be too loud. It is a peaceful quiet area in the middle of Amsterdam.

5 Irma Zandl 32 months ago

BEAUTIFUL and interesting complex of buildings, chapels and gardens. Historically very important. I had read it was hard to find but did not find that to be the case.

5 Milan Krstović 33 months ago

REALLY quiet and tranquil place. Loved it even though it is in crowded part of the city.

5 Gökalp Aksekili 34 months ago

It is a magnificient, calm and quite place where in the history only beguines (nuns that refuse a public life) lived. The translation of a Begijnhof is literally Beguine Garden but this one in Amsterdam had another special role in the history. It served as a hidden base to Roman catholic women when Protestanism gained dominance in the Netherlands. To this day, there are still only women residents living in the area. It is definitely worth to see. Entrance is free of charge and a visit of 10 minutes is more than enough.

Business Hours

Friday	09:30am - 06:00pm
Saturday	09:30am - 06:00pm
Sunday	09:30am - 06:00pm
Monday	09:30am - 06:00pm
Tuesday	09:30am - 06:00pm
Wednesday	09:30am - 06:00pm
Thursday	09:30am - 06:00pm