Most reviewed Architectural Buildings in North Holland Province
4.5Centraal Station(17.7k reviews) - Great building Points of Interest & Landmarks • Architectural Buildings • Public Transportation Systems
Completed in 1889 and located in the heart of town, this neo-Renaissance rail station was designed by P.J.H. Cuypers, the same person who designed the famous Rijksmuseum.See more..
The Royal Palace Amsterdam is in use by the Dutch Royal House. Most of the year, the Royal Palace is alsof open for visitors. You are welcome to discover the rich history and interior of this magnificent building in the heart of Amsterdam. Visitors are welcome to discover the building's rich past and legacies left by it's successive occupants - as Amsterdam's Town Hall for 150 years, the French Royal and Imperial Palace for 5 years and the Palace of the House of Orange for the past two centuries. The Royal Palace was built in the seventeenth century as the Town Hall of Amsterdam, after a design by Jacob van Campen. It's paintings and sculptures were made by some of the most distinguished artists of the time and allude to the city's influence and prosperity in the Dutch Golden Age. In 1808 Louis Napoleon, brother of the French Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte, became King of Holland and converted the Town Hall into a Palace. The superb collection of Empire furniture, clocks and chandeliers date from that period. The collection of Empire furniture is one of the best preserved and most complete collections in the world. The rooms in the Palace are decorated with artworks from the collection of the House of Orange-Nassau Historic Collections Trust. Many paintings show the various members of the family of Orange-NassauSee more..
4.5Portuguese Synagogue(1.473 reviews)from $18.20 - History of jew resilience Thursday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Historic Sites • Architectural Buildings • Religious Sites
This very well preserved synagogue is certainly worth a visit. It is one of the biggest synagogues built by the jews fleeing from Portugal during the sixteenth century. We may admire the huge stone columns supporting the very high ceiling. In the basement the visitor may see a short film with the history of the sephardite jews as well as several cult objects, many of the centuries old. There are audio guides and a well done flyer. See more..
Fascinating educational tour of this historic windmill and of windmills’ role in Dutch history and development. We were the only ones on our tour, and our volunteer guide was incredibly knowledgeable, demonstrating using small models how different types of windmills worked and how they were reworked depending on what needed to be milled. It was awesome to see the huge sails and to learn about how the miller had to climb them to set the sails to catch the wind, and how the sail positions were used as messaging for the miller and community. Very worthwhile, especially for only 7.5 Euros each!See more..
The first railways in the Netherlands were built from Amsterdam to Haarlem. As a result a nice old station was built and I am glad to see that it is still in place to this day. Although it is a traditional station there are modern facilities including lifts to all the platforms for those that need it. There is a nice shop on the central platforms that sells gifts and food and drink as well. You can get trains from here to Amsterdam, Den Helder, Utrecht, Den Haag, Rotterdam, Vlissingen and the local area. Staff I met were all friendly, polite and professional. If you admire railway architecture then this train is worth checking out.See more..
4.5Raadhuis Hilversum(107 reviews) - A must see for every architectural lover Thursday: 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM Architectural Buildings • Government Buildings
The Raadhuis of Hilversum is an absolute place to visit for everybody with an interest in archetectural buildings. It was designed by Dudok and is world famous See more..
5.0Wester-Amstel(76 reviews) - Amazing getaway from city center Thursday: 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM Spent 1-2 hours Architectural Buildings • Castles • Gardens
Wester-Amstel: Country House and Park Since 1662 is a piece of serenity located just a bike ride away from Amsterdam. It's located on the banks of the Amstel River and at the last river bend before Ouderkerk. Wester-Amstel is the perfect destination to escape the city and venture into the surrounding countryside. Our house, park, and gardens are enriched by four centuries of history. We highly recommend our audio tour (available in English and Dutch). It will take you on a wonderful stroll through our estate and entertain you with stories of times long past. The benches and picnic spots will give you the perfect excuse to just sit back and relax. For more information, please visit our website.See more..
The Sanatorium Zonnestraal by architect Duiker is one of the earliest and most important examples of architecture of the Modern Movement. Apart from a high point in architectural history, the complex is also an important social landmark. Conceived as a follow-up colony cure tuberculosis sufferers prepare for their reintegration into society, is the brainchild of Sunbeam trade unionist Jan van Zutphen (1863-1958). His ideal is realized with money that the diamond workers union brings together the TB Patients on its members to help.Monthly tourEvery last Sunday of the month there are tours (1 ½ hour) provided by a professional guide. These tours start at 12.00 hours and 14.00 hours from Dresselhuis Pavilion (nr. 19). One should specify in advance to Landgoed ZonnestraalSee more..
4.5Koemarkt Purmerend uit 1645(54 reviews) - Good Memories Spent < 1 hour Historic Walking Areas • Architectural Buildings • Monuments & Statues
Fifty years ago this market place was active with cows etc every Tuesday. Things have changed and such open animal markets are no longer allowed. The Market place has kept remnants of the old stalls, built some bronze cattle statues and remains surrounded by the old cafes. A great place to visitSee more..
We reached the church by bike from the natural park. The white tower is a great contrast with the green of fields and the blue of sky. I loved the photos with the church on background.See more..
Oldest house in Alkmaar. Very nice and unique. Must see! Make sure you take a picture and read about the history. See more..
4.5Hoofdtoren Hoorn uit 1532-1534(33 reviews) - Worth making sure you visit. Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Architectural Buildings • Castles
The restaurant/cafe was unfortunately closed at the hour that I was there, but I really enjoyed the building. It is indeed a focal point of the harbor, and I hung around enjoying the views and the people- and boat-watching, protected by the unicorn. The statue(s) of the 3 boys is adjacent.See more..
The "Accijnstoren" (Accijns = tax, excise) is where merchants, in the old days, paid their taxes on goods brought into a city, in this case by ship. All goods had to be offloaded at this point. Towers like this were once very prevalent. This one dates back to 1622. It's interesting that the whole tower was moved 12 feet (4 meters) in 1924 to widen the street it's on (Bierkade). It really makes a nice picture. You can go inside. We didn't though.See more..
4.0de Visbanken of Vismarkt uit 1755(28 reviews) - Nice place in the city of Alkmaar Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Architectural Buildings
This place is so special because of the many terrace in the surrounding. The original place where the fish was sold.See more..
Amazing building with great detail in the facades and roof. We didn't go in as we didn't have time but the old meat hall is definitely worth a lookSee more..
4.5Proveniershof(23 reviews) - Oase of peace and quiet Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Architectural Buildings
We have been searching for this court for a while and finally found it. You walk straight from a busy shopping street through a gate into the court and you enter an oase of peace and quiet. The people who live there are happy here. There is a beautiful image in the middle.See more..
4.5Naarden City Hall(21 reviews) - European Netherlands Archi! Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Architectural Buildings • Government Buildings
This was probably the most interesting looking building in Naarden, I thought. Beautiful architecture in a nice village.See more..
4.5Teylers Hofje(20 reviews) - A must see if in Haarlem! Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Architectural Buildings
Such an interesting man and a very eclectic collector! The fossils and collection of bones alone were more than interesting but then add to that the beauty of the structure and arrangement of the rooms ! Gorgeous.See more..
When you enter this lovely street, you are back in time. The small houses with redbricks are pure art! See more..
4.5De Olyphant(19 reviews) - Rijksmonument "De Olyphant";Architecture dating from 1606 Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks • Architectural Buildings
Opposite the Teylersmuseum on the other side of "Spaarne"river are the double gables of this former brewery dating from 1606.The name Olyphant means Elephant in old Dutch and the animal is presented on a 17th century gable stone.The white drawbridge over Spaarne river brings the pedestrian or cyclist to a quarter called"Spaarnwouderbuurt".This historic area is called after the Spaarndammer Poort later called Amsterdammer Poort.See more..
This water tower is diffrerent than all the water tower I've ever seen. It is a water tower in Art Deco style and it is now a national monument. Open on sunday from 01.00 pm to 05.00 pm. The water tower has also a social function such as a location for exposition, wedding, party, workshop or educational activitiesSee more..
A really croocked building. The inside is small but historical. The information is interesting, the old floors and cells are well preserved.. It's sometimes a bit creepy, and croocked. When you turn to fast in a cell you can get seasick of it. But it's amazing to see, would really recommend visiting this when you can. Entry fee is really cheap, a bit to cheap I would say... would pay more for it.See more..
4.0Stadhuis van Enkhuizen uit 1688(14 reviews) - Candide et Constanter (Honest and Steadfast) Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Architectural Buildings
Square building that looks a bit like a smaller version of the palace on Dam square in Amsterdam. Vellekoop, the architect was the son of a partner of the famous Jacob van Kampen. One can tell that it is from a period -late 17th century- when the heydays of Enkhuizen are over (only the facade is nicely ornamented). Still, a monumental building worth having a look at.See more..
4.0De Westerpoort of Koepoort uit 1654(14 reviews) - Part of the city wall (vesting) walking path Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Architectural Buildings
About an hour walking on the old city walls around the west side of the city-boundary, great for an afternoon run or stroll, beautiful old hazelnut trees. Nice historical City gate part of the defence structure.See more..
Interesting sight, all bricks, monumental staircase, huge Dutch gable and Italian loggia, beside the former train stations and the dike.See more..
4.0De Sint Laurenskerk van Weesp uit 1462(13 reviews) - a verry beatiful church, used for meetings Thursday: Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Architectural Buildings • Churches & Cathedrals
Meetings of the town rulers. choirs, outside it is still a beautyfull chuch. This is a good new use of an old church.See more..
4.0Johanneskerk uit 1521(13 reviews) - Church for Event Spent < 1 hour Architectural Buildings • Religious Sites • Churches & Cathedrals
The church building of 1521 is old but inside, the seats are modern. Probably only the carillon, the statue on the wall and the pulpit are old. Someone in the church told us about the date of the building. The dedication date of the church is accurately known, as it is stated on the beam in the triumphal arch, now directly above the pulpit. There it says: “Dies Lambertus 1521”.“Consecrated on Saint Lambert 1521” and also known who the builder was, Mr Lubbertus, a local builder. The summer concert agenda booklet is ready in the church.See more..
4.5Raadhuis en Waag De Rijp uit 1630(13 reviews) - Beautiful Old Town Hall Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Architectural Buildings
It is located in the centre of De Rijp. An old town hall from 1630 is the tourist information centre on the ground floor and also "De Waag" where in earlier years, among other things, livestock and products from agriculture and industry were weighed. It's also a beautiful wedding location. Unfortunately it was not open due to the pandemic.See more..
Piccola chiesa senza troppe pretese ha però un campanile da cui, in particolari condizioni di luce e visibilità si vede fino alla costa. Salire costa solo due euro a persona, ma vale la pena. Scale molto ripide (per chi soffre di vertigini consigliata la discesa all'indietro) ma panorama notevole. Occhio all'orologio, le campane battono ore e mezze ore ed è bene non trovarsi nella stessa stanza quando suonano. Particolare anche il meccanismo dell'orologio, fa vedere.See more..
3.5Rijksmonument Oosterpoort Hoorn uit 1578(11 reviews) - One of the finest Thursday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Historic Walking Areas • Architectural Buildings
On the border of the citycenter you find this most beautifull old building. Which use to belong to the citywall to enter the city. See more..
4.0De Engelmunduskerk Oud Velsen uit de 12de eeuw(10 reviews) - Small historic church dating from the 12th century Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Architectural Buildings • Churches & Cathedrals
On my walk through Velserbeek and Beeckestijn Country estates dating from the 17th century I also visited the small historic centre of Velsen Zuid village. The Engelmunduskerk is right in the centre of this historic village on the edge of the "Noordzee Kanaal".Frequent buses link Velsen to Amsterdam and Haarlem and there is a railway station at Driehuis.See more..
3.5NS Station Hoorn(10 reviews) - Travels thru from Airport Spent < 1 hour Architectural Buildings
Traveled thru this train station from the airport. The station is very simple and has a great flower shoppe in the station.See more..
The Basilica of Saint John the Baptist of St. John's Basilica is a catholic church in Laren. It is a big church for a small town. The main hall of the church was not open but we could visit he chapel and burned the candle. It is a beautiful church, btw.See more..
A Dutch Reformed Church in the village of De Rijp in the municipality of Graft-De Rijp, North Holland province. This late-Gothic church is where the Christian worship and other religious meetings are held. A church is also called House of prayer, prayer house, God's house or temple. This was built in the period 1538 to 1529. The village fire of 1654 engulfed the Church largely in flames. The Church was thereafter rebuilt. Many prominent donors made this church interior awesome like the stained glass windows, the pulpit, the baptism garden, the organ and the ship model hanged up high. Next to the church is the statue of the 17th-century sailor Jan Janszoon Weltevree (in Korea Pak Yon) from De Rij. He was in Korea was captured and brought to the Advisor of the emperor. A copy of this statue is in Seoul (South Korea).See more..
Al verschillende keren ben ik in deze kerk geweest zowel om hier met school het Kerstfeest te vieren of voor een bruiloft of zoals nu voor een begrafenis. Het is een prachtige oude kerk met mooie gebrandschilderde ramen en mooie schilderijen. De akoestiek is er schitterend en het is gewoon een mooi gebouw om even binnen te lopen in het centrum van Purmerend. Ik zal er zeker nog vaker komen.See more..
Ornate plasterwork, guilded woodwork and large fireplaces reflect the atmosphere in Monnickendam’s old town hall. The great hall with gold floral leather wallpaper makes a striking impression, and the large magnificent staircase is absolutely an eye catcher. When you enter this building, it’s hard to believe you are not in one of the Amsterdam Grand Canal houses.See more..
4.0Het Damplein(9 reviews) - Beautiful old town, perfect for a quick stroll Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Historic Walking Areas • Architectural Buildings
Edam, well known for its Edammer Cheese, is a beautiful small town close to Volendam and Marken and worth a visit. he name Edam originates from a dam on the little river E or IJe where the first settlement was located and which was therefore called IJedam. Count Willem V of Holland granted Edam rights as a borough in 1357.See more..
3.0Muiden(9 reviews) - Nice Small Fort Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Architectural Buildings
The fort was named after the size I think. But this is a nice fort, not much to see but you can play the film if need to know more about it.See more..
A quaint former church built between 11 & 17th century with a fascinating history. The tower’s owned by the Municipality & the church by a Foundation. The well next to the church has an amazing history too...See more..
We parked our car in front of the church. Only the small chapel was open so we could only enjoy the exterior of the church. It's beautiful building with stand out colour of the tower. We will be back to see the interior in our next visitSee more..
This church is seen along the main thoroughfare of Rechtestraat close to the library of De Rijp. I appreciate history of a place and in here can be seen the treasures in paintings and many more about the village and its people. Worth the visit. Lovely village. Nice scenery of the polders around.See more..
4.0Stoomgemaal Halfweg(7 reviews) - Very interesting Spent 1-2 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks • Architectural Buildings
A visit to this museum completed a half day boat trip! Being quite a sizeable party, we were split into 3 groups. There were 3 main things to see, each had a different guide. Seeing how everything worked was brilliant and the guides were very good. Their English was good nd we could understand their explanations well. A great unexpected treat!See more..
Service de transport entre Den Helder et Texel. Ferry fréquent, rapide, très organisé ( embarquement des véhicules), ponctuel et très satisfaisantSee more..
4.0Sint Urbanuskerk Ouderkerk(7 reviews) - A Catholic Church in Oudekerk Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Architectural Buildings • Churches & Cathedrals
Cycling along the Amstel river is always nice thing to do. We visited Oudekerk aan de Amstel on saturday afternoon. Unfortunately the church was not open, not sure because of the pandemic or other reason. But the chapel was open and a lady told us that the chapel is always open for the public.See more..
The monumental building can't be missed when entering the village. Still, most people pass it, without realizing you can enter the building. And for free that is. It houses an amazing collection of boat models and even has its own small museum inside. A hidden gem, not to be missed!See more..
4.0Rijksmonument Dorpskerk Heemskerk(7 reviews) - Historic Centre of Heemskerk Village Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Architectural Buildings • Churches & Cathedrals
I enjoyed a short visit to this old church on my cycling trip to Heemskerk Beach. The"Dorpskerk Heemskerk" is situated in the centre of the village .In 1063 a church build out of Tufa stone stood here and around 1300 the present church was build in Romanesque style.In the 15th century the upper part was constructed in Flemish Gothic Style.The clock dates from 1464 and the upper part of the tower was rebuild in 1585. The white-washed Protestant interior dates from 1628.See more..
We've seen so many windmills through the country but this mill is different, much smaller than the normal one. It was used to be a watermill. Now it is just a decoration.See more..
