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Secret Courtyards & Hofjes

Hidden behind unassuming canal doors and narrow alleyways lie Amsterdam’s historic hofjes — 17th-century charitable courtyards that offer peaceful oases of tranquility in the heart of the city.





601 places

  • Centrum

    Cafe Scharrebier

    Cafe Scharrebier is a cozy brown cafe located in Amsterdam that serves Dutch beers and snacks.

  • Centrum

    Black Gold Amsterdam

    Black Gold Amsterdam is an independent coffee shop and record store in Amsterdam that sells specialty coffee, curated vinyl records, and hosts art exhibits…

  • Zuid

    Café Berkhout

    Café Berkhout is a charming Amsterdam brown café located across from the Heineken Experience, serving Dutch pub food and beer.

  • Centrum

    Cafe the Barrel

    Cafe The Barrel is a bar located in Amsterdam's centrum that offers an authentic experience with a selection of whiskeys, cocktails, beers, and wines.

  • Centrum

    Luuk’s Coffee Noordermarkt

    Luuk's Coffee Noordermarkt is a coffee shop in Amsterdam located in the Jordaan neighborhood known for its quality coffee and pastries.

  • Centrum

    Caffè il Momento

    Caffè il Momento is a coffee bar in Amsterdam that serves specialty coffee and homemade pastries.

  • Centrum

    Coffeeshop La Tertulia

    Coffeeshop La Tertulia, located at 312 Prinsengracht in Amsterdam's Jordaan neighborhood, is a family-run establishment that has been open since 1983.

  • Centrum

    Bocca Coffee

    Bocca Coffee is a renowned coffee roasting company in Amsterdam that offers a wide variety of high-quality coffees skillfully crafted by talented baristas.

  • Centrum

    Café Remember

    Café Remember is a cozy haven in Amsterdam's Jordaan neighborhood that serves delicious coffee in a warm and inviting atmosphere.

  • Centrum

    Bruincafé ‘t Centrum

    Bruincafé 't Centrum is a Dutch brown café located in Amsterdam's Rembrandtplein area.

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