View of Dam Square

Dam Square

Historic central square with Royal Palace and National Monument.

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Admission Ticket

See official site for pricing

Best Time to Visit

Weekday mornings 9am; Dec for ice rink

Overview

Named from 13th-cent Amstel dam. Royal Palace (1648) built on 13,659 piles. 22m National Monument 1956 for WWII.

Local Insider Tips

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Check the official website for details

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Photo from Madam Tussauds steps

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Free?

Yes, public square.

Q:How long?

30min + 1.5-2h with palace.

Location Details

Rating
4.3 / 5.0

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