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Rembrandtplein with the statue of the painter Rembrandt van Rijn with a reconstruction of Rembrandt's Night Watch
The Rembrandtplein (Rembrandt Square) is one of Amsterdam's most popular centres for nightlife and is known for its many cafés, terraces, clubs, and hotels. It mostly attracts rowdy Amsterdammers and out-of-towners.
The square, named after the famous painter Rembrandt van Rijn, used to be a butter market in former days. In the middle of the square is a statue of Rembrandt.
Throughout the year (except for the winter months), the terraces are packed with people enjoying a drink and watching the world go by.
In most cafes you' ll find live music and you' ll see people singing popular Dutch-language songs at the top of their voices.
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tram 4 14 Rembrandtplein
directions_subway 51 53 54 Waterlooplein
local_parking The Bank
Bridge designed in eclectic style and inspired by the Alexander-III bridge across the Seine in Paris.
Built in typical Amsterdam School style by the architects Berlage and Ouëndag. The building is made of brick and has a slender bell tower.
Built in a mixed style of Jugendstil and traditionalism. The building is full of original paintings by Frits Schiller, the founder's son.
Elegant fin de siécle building and interior. Grand cafe with nice window seats overlooking Rembrandtplein.
Built as a news cinema that provided people with news at a time when there were no televisions. In the 30s a very modern building with large neon letters on the façade.
Octagonal tower with pedestrian passageway between the flower market and Kalverstraat. Originally part of the medieval city wall, rebuilt by architect Hendrick de Keyser.
Building complex housing both the city hall of Amsterdam and the Dutch National Opera and Ballet
