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Zuiderkerk Tower - Amsterdam View
Zuiderkerk ("South" church) is one of 3 old church towers in central Amsterdam which you can climb up and get a great panoramic view of the city. The Zuiderkerk church dates from the early 17th century and is located between Nieuwmarkt and Waterlooplein. |
The outside viewing platform is at the 35m level and gives some lovely views of the surrounding area - the tower itself is around 75m including large spire made from wood.
Entry into the Zuiderkerk toren is by guided tour every 30 minutes - there are no lifts so you will need to climb up stairs and step ladders. On the way up you stop off at different levels and the guide explains about different aspects of the tower - such as the inner wooden structure and the carillon bells. (The guides are local students who speak good English).
The following Zuiderkerk panorama looks out west towards central Amsterdam:
The building, no longer in use as a church, is now a city council exhibition space / information centre on urban planning.
The Zuiderkerk tower is open to the public between April and September. Tours commence on the hour and half-hour Monday to Saturday between 1300 and 1700. Entry costs €6 (kids 6-12 €3). Note, a maximum of 15 people can take each tour.
The Westerkerk tower and Oudekerk tower can also be climbed.
Zuiderkerk Toren, Zandstraat, Amsterdam
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+31(0)20 689 2565