By day this district between the Amstel and Keizersgracht
is a place of quiet squares and shady canals whose
still waters mirror the magnifiscent facades of
palacial residences, some of which deign to open
their doors and reveal their secrets to passers-by.
But once the strings of lights between the seven
bridges of Reguliersgracht are switched on , the
night revellers invade the streets and the area
reveals its livlier side , full of fast food outlets
and gay bars.
Van Loon Museum
The heir to the Van Loon fortune has opened his
doors of his family residence, inviting you into
the cosseted world of the 18th century patrician.
With its silk-lined rooms, chests made from exotic
wood, familt portraits and tables displaying
valuable porcelain, this is one of the city’s
most delightful places.
Opening hours: Fri.-Mon. 11am-5pm
Tel: 624 52 55
Tuschinski Cinema
This wonderful 1930’s cinema is has undergone
recent restoration. Don’t miss the opportunity
to look at the fabulous façade which gives
an idea of the supurb interior.
Programmes Daily 11am-10pm
Collection Six
Admirably located on the Amstel, this elegant house
is still inhabited by the decendants of the ‘Six’,
who were Huguenot refugees by Saint-Omer in France.
Famous as art-lovers, they aquired one of the
finest collections of 17th century paintings,
including exceptional works by Rembrandt and
Frans Hals.
Visit by appointment only, with tickets bought
from the Rijksmuseum.
Tel: 622 44 10
Hooghoudt
Once the working day is over, this proeflokaal,
housed in an old 17th century warehouse, fills
up and doesn’t empty until closing time.
Here they drink Groningen jenever, which is kept
in earthenware jars to preserve its special flavour.
Opening hours: Open everyday 4pm-1am
Tel: 420 40 41
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