religious
Sint-Nicolaasbasiliek
The city's main Catholic church, an imposing basilica facing Centraal Station.
Photo: Langdon Van Remortel / Google
Sint-Nicolaasbasiliek is a historic church in the old centre. The city's main Catholic church, an imposing basilica facing Centraal Station.
What to expect
A religious building — typically free or low-cost to enter when not in service; dress respectfully and keep voices low.
The neighbourhood
It sits in De Wallen (Red Light District). Amsterdam's oldest quarter is a tangle of medieval lanes and canals around the Oude Kerk — and the heart of the Red Light District. By day a fascinating historic centre; by night famously frank.
Good to know
Opening hours and ticket prices change — check the official website before visiting; many sights are free to see from outside.
Basilica of Saint Nicholas, Amsterdam
Prins Hendrikkade 73, 1012 AE, Amsterdam