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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.





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  • Café Old Sailor

    De Wallen

    Café Old Sailor

    A nautical-themed pub in Amsterdam's Red Light District offering live music, craft beers, and a welcoming atmosphere steps from Nieuwmarkt.

  • Eye Film Museum

    De Wallen

    Eye Film Museum

    A nautical-themed pub in Amsterdam's Red Light District offering live music, craft beers, and a welcoming atmosphere steps from Nieuwmarkt.

  • Beursplein

    De Wallen

    Beursplein

    A nautical-themed pub in Amsterdam's Red Light District offering live music, craft beers, and a welcoming atmosphere steps from Nieuwmarkt.

  • Brouwerij ‘t IJ

    De Wallen

    Brouwerij ‘t IJ

    A nautical-themed pub in Amsterdam's Red Light District offering live music, craft beers, and a welcoming atmosphere steps from Nieuwmarkt.

  • H’ART Museum (Hermitage Amsterdam)

    De Wallen

    H’ART Museum (Hermitage Amsterdam)

    A nautical-themed pub in Amsterdam's Red Light District offering live music, craft beers, and a welcoming atmosphere steps from Nieuwmarkt.

  • The Papeneiland Café

    De Wallen

    The Papeneiland Café

    A nautical-themed pub in Amsterdam's Red Light District offering live music, craft beers, and a welcoming atmosphere steps from Nieuwmarkt.

  • Haarlemmerpoort

    De Wallen

    Haarlemmerpoort

    A nautical-themed pub in Amsterdam's Red Light District offering live music, craft beers, and a welcoming atmosphere steps from Nieuwmarkt.

  • Golden Bend

    De Wallen

    Golden Bend

    A nautical-themed pub in Amsterdam's Red Light District offering live music, craft beers, and a welcoming atmosphere steps from Nieuwmarkt.

  • Bloesempark

    De Wallen

    Bloesempark

    A nautical-themed pub in Amsterdam's Red Light District offering live music, craft beers, and a welcoming atmosphere steps from Nieuwmarkt.

  • Ten Kate Market

    De Wallen

    Ten Kate Market

    A nautical-themed pub in Amsterdam's Red Light District offering live music, craft beers, and a welcoming atmosphere steps from Nieuwmarkt.

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