landmark
Stopera
The combined city hall and opera house on the Amstel at Waterlooplein.
Photo: Corvayn Esdren / Google
Stopera is a landmark in Nieuwmarkt. The combined city hall and opera house on the Amstel at Waterlooplein.
What to expect
A well-known landmark — worth a stop on a walk through the area; check whether the interior is open to visit.
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
Opening hours and ticket prices change — check the official website before visiting; many sights are free to see from outside.
Nationale Opera & Ballet (Stopera), Amstel 3, 1011 PN Amsterdam
Nieuwe Hoogstraat 41, 1011 HD, Amsterdam