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Burgwallen Oude Zijde in Amsterdam

Things to Do in Burgwallen Oude Zijde, Amsterdam

It sits in the heart of Amsterdam's historic city center, surrounded by attractions like the Dam Palace, the Red Light District, and Nieuwmarkt.

It sits in the heart of Amsterdam's historic city center, surrounded by attractions like the Dam Palace, the Red Light District, and Nieuwmarkt.

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By TripSapien · Updated September 3, 2026

Top things to do in Burgwallen Oude Zijde

  • Our Lord in the Attic Museum in Burgwallen Oude Zijde, Amsterdam

    Our Lord in the Attic Museum

    4.7 · 4.5k
    Museum

    Audio tours of enigmatic, 17th-century house with an ornate catholic church hidden on the top floor.

    Every day
    10 AM – 6 PM
  • Oude Kerk in Burgwallen Oude Zijde, Amsterdam

    Oude Kerk

    4.4 · 12.1k
    Art Museum

    14th-century church, now Calvinist, hosting religious & cultural activities including concerts.

    Mon–Fri
    10 AM – 6 PM
    Sat
    10 AM – 6 PM
    Sun
    1 PM – 5:30 PM
  • Allard Pierson in Burgwallen Oude Zijde, Amsterdam

    Allard Pierson

    4.3 · 808
    Archaeology Museum

    Archeological museum displaying ancient Greek & Roman pottery, plus Egyptian mummies & jewelry.

    Mon
    Closed
    Tue–Fri
    10 AM – 5 PM
    Sat
    10 AM – 5 PM
    Sun
    10 AM – 5 PM
  • Scheltema in Burgwallen Oude Zijde, Amsterdam

    Scheltema

    4.7 · 3.7k
    Bookstore

    Spacious, urban bookstore since 1853 offering many new & used titles, author events & a coffee shop.

    Every day
    10 AM – 7 PM
  • Cacao & Spice Chocolate Shop in Burgwallen Oude Zijde, Amsterdam

    Cacao & Spice Chocolate Shop

    4.9 · 288
    Chocolate Shop

    A chocolate shop in Amsterdam.

    Mon–Tue
    Closed
    Wed–Fri
    12 PM – 6 PM
    Sat
    12 PM – 6 PM
    Sun
    12 PM – 5 PM
  • The Book Exchange - Used English-language Books in Burgwallen Oude Zijde, Amsterdam

    The Book Exchange - Used English-language Books

    4.7 · 1.2k
    Bookstore

    A wide variety of secondhand English books is displayed across 3 floors in a warm environment.

    Every day
    11:30 AM – 5:30 PM
  • Platypus Record Shop - Platypus Records in Burgwallen Oude Zijde, Amsterdam

    Platypus Record Shop - Platypus Records

    4.8 · 176
    Record Store
    Every day
    12 PM – 8 PM

Where to eat & drink in Burgwallen Oude Zijde

  • In't Aepjen in Burgwallen Oude Zijde, Amsterdam

    In't Aepjen

    4.7 · 828
    Pub· €10–20

    This historic Amsterdam bar used to accept sailor's monkeys as payment

    Mon–Thu
    2 PM – 1 AM
    Fri
    2 PM – 3 AM
    Sat
    2 PM – 3 AM
    Sun
    2 PM – 1 AM
  • Restaurant Bougainville in Burgwallen Oude Zijde, Amsterdam

    Restaurant Bougainville

    Michelin
    European· €100+

    Bougainville is Hotel TwentySeven's upscale restaurant. Warm fabrics, luxurious design and bronze tones come together in a setting that is intimate and romantic. The contrast with the features of this historical building is indeed…

    Every day
    6:30 PM – 10 PM
  • Van Stapele Koekmakerij in Burgwallen Oude Zijde, Amsterdam

    Van Stapele Koekmakerij

    4.8 · 15.6k
    Bakery· $$

    Buzzing neighborhood bakeshop in snug surrounds, known for its signature chocolate cookie.

    Every day
    10 AM – 6 PM
  • Hill Street Blues in Burgwallen Oude Zijde, Amsterdam

    Hill Street Blues

    4.6 · 4.0k
    Live Music· €10–20

    Funky canalside cafe sprayed from floor to ceiling in colorful graffiti.

    Mon–Thu
    12 PM – 1 AM
    Fri
    12 PM – 3 AM
    Sat
    12 PM – 3 AM
    Sun
    12 PM – 1 AM
  • BigShots Bar in Burgwallen Oude Zijde, Amsterdam

    BigShots Bar

    4.7 · 1.9k
    Hookah Bar· €10–20

    A sports bar, shisha lounge, and restaurant offering a unique experience in Amsterdam.

    Mon–Thu
    11 AM – 1 AM
    Fri
    11 AM – 3 AM
    Sat
    11 AM – 3 AM
    Sun
    11 AM – 1 AM
  • De Koffieschenkerij in Burgwallen Oude Zijde, Amsterdam

    De Koffieschenkerij

    4.8 · 3.7k
    Coffee Shop· €1–10

    Coffee & cakes in a former church compound, with a compact wood-lined interior & garden terrace.

    Every day
    9 AM – 6 PM
  • Omelegg City Centre in Burgwallen Oude Zijde, Amsterdam

    Omelegg City Centre

    4.6 · 6.4k
    Breakfast· €10–20

    A popular breakfast and brunch restaurant known for its diverse omelette options, including weekly specials, shakshuka, and farm boy omelettes, served in a compact setting.

    Mon–Fri
    7 AM – 3:30 PM
    Sat
    8 AM – 3:30 PM
    Sun
    8 AM – 3:30 PM
  • Excalibur Café in Burgwallen Oude Zijde, Amsterdam

    Excalibur Café

    4.6 · 4.2k
    Coffee Shop· €10–20

    Boisterous, dark-wood bar for bikers & heavy metal fans decorated with bikes & suits of armor.

    Mon–Thu
    11 AM – 1 AM
    Fri
    11 AM – 2 AM
    Sat
    11 AM – 2 AM
    Sun
    11 AM – 1 AM
  • Wynand Fockink in Burgwallen Oude Zijde, Amsterdam

    Wynand Fockink

    4.7 · 2.3k
    Winery & Brewery

    Historic 17th-century liquor store & tasting room selling liqueur & genever in an old world setting.

    Every day
    2 PM – 9 PM

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Map of Burgwallen Oude Zijde with pinned top attractions (1 through 10)
  1. 1Our Lord in the Attic Museum
  2. 2Oude Kerk
  3. 3Allard Pierson
  4. 4In't Aepjen
  5. 5Restaurant Bougainville
  6. 6Van Stapele Koekmakerij
  7. 7Hill Street Blues
  8. 8BigShots Bar
  9. 9Scheltema
  10. 10Cacao & Spice Chocolate Shop

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