The Netherlands: Amsterdam


In a nutshell...

Among the diverse cultural attractions in Amsterdam, visits to Anne Frank's house and the Van Gogh museum give a glimpse of the historical and artistic riches of the city. The capital is home to no fewer than 50 museums from the truly bizarre to the most classic collections of Dutch national heritage.


Vondel Park and the canals make up the backdrop of the city, ideal for family picnics and romantic strolls, with out for getting an essential visit to the flower market, the most famous in the world, near Muntplein. On bike or by foot, a stop at one of the city's numerous squares is a great way to get a feeling for the vibrancy of daily life in Amsterdam: in Rembrandtplein or Leidseplein, the most famous squares, you will find the well-known "brown café's".
To end the visit with a panoramic view of the city, make your way the Westerkerk and its bell tower, the tallest in Amsterdam, located in the heart of Jordaan, one of the fashionable quarters.

Amsterdam : Events

Exhibitions and Tours -  Fine Arts

- Jacob Adriaensz Backer (1608 - 1651): Amsterdam's Virtuoso -
From Saturday, November 22 2008 to Sunday, February 22 2009

- Jacob Adriaensz Backer (1608 - 1651): Amsterdam's Virtuoso -
Pure talent and the best teacher...

The Rembrandt museum is organising an homage to an exceptionally-skilled painter, a Dutch master of the Baroque style who left his mark on the 17th century like no other could have: Jacob Adriaensz Backer.

This artist was lucky enough to be a student of Rembrandt, whose influence is undeniable. Jacob Backer had a particular skill for portraits and historic scenes.

From Saturday 22 November 2008 to Sunday 22 February 2009 :
- Everyday, from 10:00 to 17:00

Admission prices :
- Full price : 8 €
- Children until 6 years : Free
- Until 15 years : 1.5 €

Closed on 1 January

THE REMBRANDT HOUSE MUSEUM
 
Jodenbreestraat 4
AMSTERDAM 1011
0031 020 5200 400

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Published on 2008-09-17.