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Portugese Synagoge
A magnificent 17th-century synagogue, still lit by candlelight.
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Portugese Synagoge is a cultural museum in Nieuwmarkt. A magnificent 17th-century synagogue, still lit by candlelight.
What to expect
Expect a museum visit — allow at least an hour or two; for popular institutions, booking a timed ticket online avoids the queue.
The neighbourhood
It sits in Nieuwmarkt. A lively central square crowned by the medieval Waag, Nieuwmarkt is full of café terraces, market days and history, where the old centre meets Chinatown's Zeedijk. A characterful, well-placed spot to sit and eat.
Good to know
For popular museums, book a timed slot online to skip the queue.
Opening hours and ticket prices change — check the museum's own website before you go, and book popular museums ahead.
Portuguese Synagogue of Amsterdam, Amsterdam
Mr. Visserplein 3, 1011 RD, Amsterdam