Skip to main content

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

    Restaurant De Utrechtsedwarstafel

    Restaurant De Utrechtsedwarstafel in Amsterdam offers seasonal tasting menus of contemporary European dishes paired with wines in a cozy, candle-lit dining room.

  • Zuid

    Auberge cuisine Française

    Auberge cuisine Française is a French restaurant in Amsterdam that serves classic French dishes with a modern twist.

  • West

    Night Kitchen Amsterdam

    Night Kitchen is an Eastern-Mediterranean Neo-Bistro and Bar located in Amsterdam Oud-West, offering shared dining experiences for a memorable dinner with friends.

  • Centrum

    Celia at Kimpton De Witt

    Celia at Kimpton De Witt is a restaurant in Amsterdam that serves California-inspired cuisine with seasonal menus featuring fresh ingredients.

  • Centrum

    Capital Kitchen

    Capital Kitchen is a restaurant in Amsterdam that serves Dutch cuisine and features art and music in its ambiance.

  • Centrum

    Rouhi

    Restobar Rouhi is a restaurant located in Amsterdam at Spui, offering Asian cuisine with a modern twist, within a monumental building that also houses…

  • Centrum

    Restaurant Klein BREDA

    Restaurant Klein BREDA is located in Amsterdam and specializes in seasonal chef's menus that showcase Dutch cuisine with a modern twist.

  • Centrum

    Cape Town Social Club

    Cape Town Social Club in Amsterdam offers a unique fine dining experience inspired by Cape Town's culinary culture and features a fusion of South…

  • Centrum

    Café Nieuw Amsterdam

    Café Nieuw Amsterdam is a modern bistro located in Amsterdam's Haarlemmerbuurt, known for serving classic bistro dishes, offering a good selection of wines and…

Explore Like a Local with Digital Map Packs

Get instant, one-tap Google Maps & Apple Maps walking routes loaded with audio commentary, curated cafe stops, and secret courtyard access points.