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Nieuwmarkt/Lastage in Amsterdam

Things to Do in Nieuwmarkt/Lastage, Amsterdam

The lively Nieuwmarkt/Lastage features the historic Nieuwmarkt square, surrounded by cafes, restaurants, and shops, with the 15th-century De Waag as a focal point. It's a short walk to the Waterlooplein flea market and the Red Light District.

The lively Nieuwmarkt/Lastage features the historic Nieuwmarkt square, surrounded by cafes, restaurants, and shops, with the 15th-century De Waag as a focal point. It's a short walk to the Waterlooplein flea market and the Red Light District.

  • Rembrandt House MuseumRembrandt House MuseumArt Museum
  • ZuiderkerkZuiderkerkFamous Protestant Church
  • Jewish MuseumJewish MuseumHistory Museum
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Top things to do in Nieuwmarkt/Lastage

  • Rembrandt House Museum in Nieuwmarkt/Lastage, Amsterdam

    Rembrandt House Museum

    4.5 · 15.3k
    Art Museum

    Restored, 17th-century house where Rembrandt lived & worked for 20 years, hung with his etchings.

    Every day
    10 AM – 6 PM
  • Zuiderkerk in Nieuwmarkt/Lastage, Amsterdam

    Zuiderkerk

    4.5 · 1.1k
    Famous Protestant Church

    Restored church built in 1611 & once painted by Monet, now used for conferences, events & concerts.

    Every day
    12 AM – 12 AM
  • Jewish Museum in Nieuwmarkt/Lastage, Amsterdam

    Jewish Museum

    4.4 · 2.5k
    History Museum

    Artworks, ceremonial items & artifacts relating to Jews in the Netherlands & its former colonies.

    Every day
    11 AM – 5 PM
  • Mozes en Aäronkerk in Nieuwmarkt/Lastage, Amsterdam

    Mozes en Aäronkerk

    4.6 · 150
    Famous Catholic Church

    church in Amsterdam in Netherlands

    Mon
    Closed
    Tue
    8 PM – 8:30 PM
    Wed
    Closed
    Thu
    12 PM – 4 PM
    Fri
    12 PM – 4 PM, 8 PM – 8:30 PM
    Sat
    Closed
    Sun
    11 AM – 12 PM
  • Joods Historisch Kindermuseum in Nieuwmarkt/Lastage, Amsterdam

    Joods Historisch Kindermuseum

    4.4 · 2.5k
    Children's Museum

    museum in Amsterdam, Netherlands

    Every day
    11 AM – 5 PM
  • Spinoza Memorial in Nieuwmarkt/Lastage, Amsterdam

    Spinoza Memorial

    4.4 · 389
    Monument

    public artwork in Amsterdam, Netherlands

    Every day
    12 AM – 12 AM
  • Nieuwe Synagoge in Nieuwmarkt/Lastage, Amsterdam

    Nieuwe Synagoge

    4.5 · 2.1k
    History Museum

    synagogue in Amsterdam, The Netherlands

    Every day
    12 AM – 12 AM
  • Puccini Bomboni in Nieuwmarkt/Lastage, Amsterdam

    Puccini Bomboni

    4.5 · 582
    Chocolate Shop

    A chocolate atelier crafting artisanal bonbons since 1987, using natural ingredients and original recipes.

    Mon
    11 AM – 7 PM
    Tue–Fri
    9 AM – 7 PM
    Sat
    9 AM – 7 PM
    Sun
    11 AM – 7 PM
  • Het Fort van Sjakoo in Nieuwmarkt/Lastage, Amsterdam

    Het Fort van Sjakoo

    4.8 · 143
    Bookstore
    Mon–Fri
    11 AM – 6 PM
    Sat
    11 AM – 6 PM
    Sun
    Closed
  • Time Machine in Nieuwmarkt/Lastage, Amsterdam

    Time Machine

    4.7 · 131
    Flea Market
    Mon–Fri
    11 AM – 7 PM
    Sat
    11 AM – 7 PM
    Sun
    12 PM – 6 PM
  • RecordFriend Elpees in Nieuwmarkt/Lastage, Amsterdam

    RecordFriend Elpees

    4.5 · 289
    Record Store

    A record store in Amsterdam that buys and sells second-hand LPs and singles on vinyl.

    Mon
    12 PM – 6 PM
    Tue–Fri
    11 AM – 6 PM
    Sat
    11 AM – 6 PM
    Sun
    12 PM – 6 PM

Where to eat & drink in Nieuwmarkt/Lastage

  • MOAK Pancakes City Center in Nieuwmarkt/Lastage, Amsterdam

    MOAK Pancakes City Center

    4.7 · 8.2k
    Brunch· €10–20

    A city center eatery known for serving fluffy pancakes with various toppings, generous portions, and a chill atmosphere with music.

    Every day
    8:30 AM – 3:30 PM
  • Cafe Pollux in Nieuwmarkt/Lastage, Amsterdam

    Cafe Pollux

    4.7 · 1.1k
    Pub· €10–20

    Dark, funky haunt for coffee, breakfast & lunch, plus a lively pub scene in the evening.

    Mon–Thu
    2 PM – 3 AM
    Fri
    12 PM – 4 AM
    Sat
    12 PM – 4 AM
    Sun
    2 PM – 3 AM
  • Alpha coffee Amsterdam in Nieuwmarkt/Lastage, Amsterdam

    Alpha coffee Amsterdam

    4.9 · 394
    Coffee Shop· €1–10

    A cozy coffee spot known for its authentic Greek savory and sweet pies, sandwiches, and desserts, offering a variety of coffee and milk alternatives.

    Mon–Thu
    8 AM – 4 PM
    Fri
    9 AM – 4 PM
    Sat
    9:30 AM – 5 PM
    Sun
    9:30 AM – 5 PM
    Map
  • KOTA cafe in Nieuwmarkt/Lastage, Amsterdam

    KOTA cafe

    4.8 · 341
    Café & Bakery· €1–10
    Mon–Thu
    9 AM – 5 PM
    Fri
    9 AM – 6 PM
    Sat
    9 AM – 7 PM
    Sun
    9 AM – 6 PM
    Map
  • Lunchcafé Waterloo in Nieuwmarkt/Lastage, Amsterdam

    Lunchcafé Waterloo

    4.7 · 871
    Coffee Shop· $$

    A cafe known for its breakfast fare, including sandwiches, split pea soup, and croquettes, with fresh food and coffee.

    Mon–Fri
    7 AM – 8 PM
    Sat
    7 AM – 8 PM
    Sun
    9 AM – 6 PM

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Map of Nieuwmarkt/Lastage with pinned top attractions (1 through 10)
  1. 1Rembrandt House Museum
  2. 2Zuiderkerk
  3. 3Jewish Museum
  4. 4Mozes en Aäronkerk
  5. 5Joods Historisch Kindermuseum
  6. 6MOAK Pancakes City Center
  7. 7Spinoza Memorial
  8. 8Nieuwe Synagoge
  9. 9Puccini Bomboni
  10. 10Het Fort van Sjakoo

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