Westerkerk
A Renaissance Protestant church beside Prinsengracht. Its 85-metre tower is the tallest in the city, Rembrandt is buried here, and the Anne Frank House is next door.
Westerkerk was completed in 1631 and designed by Hendrick de Keyser. It is one of the largest Protestant churches in the Netherlands. The tower stands 85 metres tall, and its top is decorated with the Imperial Crown of Maximilian. Anne Frank mentioned its bells many times in her diary. Rembrandt is buried inside the church, though the exact location of his grave is unknown. Visiting the church is free. In summer, you can join a guided tour up the tower for about €10, and advance booking is required. It sits on the edge of the Jordaan district, and the Anne Frank House is right next door.
Opening hours
Mon–Sat 10:00–15:00 (hours vary by season)
Nearby sights
- Anne Frank House
- Canal Ring & Jordaan
- Royal Palace of Amsterdam
- Begijnhof
- Dam Square
- Leidseplein
- Bloemenmarkt
- Oude Kerk