A quiet area from the hustle and bustle. At the time our small group had to pass security to get in and tour the area. Parts of this are residential, for what we told are some of nuns in the community. Unsure if it is true. Please respect the grounds and dont be too loud. It is a peaceful quiet area in the middle of Amsterdam.

Interesting piece of history. Beautiful church. Not sure of any entrance fees as we were there as part of a river cruise walking tour.

It was such a beautiful place. You could make so cool and nice looking pictures and it wasn’t too growded. If you’re near this place go there and even if you need to walk there a couple of minutes it is worth it.

The Begijhof is a oasis of peace in the chaotic center of Amsterdam. It is a garden surrounded by a beautiful set of charming Dutch houses. The perfect place to sit for a bit while exploring the city. You can also visit a small chapel there and light a candle. Silence is always required, so the atmosphere is very peaceful. Make sure to not disturb the residents who might be seating if front of their houses and do not trespass the private areas.

Known as the oldest “hofjes” in Amsterdam, it’s composed by a group of houses built around a courtyard and garden which provided modest homes for the Beguines. Begijnhof is quoted in guidebooks and there is the possibility to find a large number of visitors that coming through. It's a quiet oasis in the centre of the city, located near Spui. It's a peaceful place to spend some time. To me, Begijnhof is one of the places of the heart of Amsterdam. Remember that silence is requested. Free entrance.

Definitely worth visiting, very cosy and quiet place hiden in the city Centre. English style buildings and green perfectly trimmed lawn. Old church and the oldest Amsterdam's house also impressive.

This is a nice historic courtyard with residential buildings, green and a Church. The 2 entrances are quite hidden which is probably a good thing, as it would get really busy with us tourists. The main residential area is gated off for their privacy but tourist can walk between the small entrances, which lead back out onto the main roads surrounding it.

Quiet, beautiful little courtyard which used to be a home for women associated with the church.

Nice spot to get some rest and relax from the busy streets around. Grab some sandwiches from a local store nearby and enjoy this nice spot. But please respect that it’s a home for those living there. Respect the gates and take your litter with you.

Amsterdam was crowded the day we were there. Lots of people and bikes. This spot is quite peaceful and has an interesting history. Be sure to check out the church and chapel. Also note the house with exposed wood work as an excellent example of early building techniques

The history of this part of Amsterdam goes back to centuries ago where a group of Catholic women settled in this area, which was a secluded section of the city as their faith was not tolerated by the Protestant Church in the city. The area has been renovated, and you can access it free of charge.

Beautiful place with historic significance. Worth seeing. Because people are living there all tourists are asked to be silent. Old houses (renovated obviously) and old chapel are stunning. An oasis of quietness and peace in the city centre is priceless.

Peaceful, inner courtyard, with a Chapel and church inside. Free but look carefully for the door or the side entrance. Helps understand part of Amsterdam's history.

(Translated by Google) Historical place. With soul, emotion. Dramatic and romantic ... (Original) Историческое место. С душой,эмоцией. Драматические и романтическое...

Visit when you can lovely walking place tc

Nice place for a walk.

(Translated by Google) A beautiful, curious and quiet place that was formerly a religious community composed only of women. I was surprised by the hidden access it has to the interior garden, where there are multiple and typical Dutch houses. Contrast the bustle of the outside street with the tranquility when accessing this site! 😍 (Original) Un bonito, curioso y tranquilo lugar que fue antiguamente una comunidad religiosa compuesta únicamente por mujeres. Me sorprendió el escondido acceso que tiene al jardín interior, donde se encuentran múltiples y típicas casas neerlandesas. Contrasta el bullicio de la calle exterior con la tranquilidad al acceder a este recinto! 😍

The Square is next to English Reformed Church, was great to know about the historic importance of this church

Nice famous well preserved part of the city. Small chapel too and a practicing church there too. The place oozes with history. Lots of photo ops too. Worth seeking out and worth an hour.

The Begijnhof was founded during the Middle Age. The ancient, restored wooden house is one of the two wooden houses still existing in Amsterdam. After Protestant takeover of 1578, the Begijnhof was the only Roman Catholic institution to be allowed to remain in existence. Today there are two churches, the Catholic Houten Huys and the English Reformed Church. It's not the individual buildings that are interesting, but the atmosphere of the place. The secret Catholic church is spectacular. Amsterdam's oldest house is in very good condition, although one wonders how fire-prone a city like this must have been when fires were burning everywhere and all the houses were made of wood. (A fire caused the decision in to make the houses in Amsterdam) Today there is no Beguine living on the estate. The last, "Sister Antonia", whose original name was Agatha Kaptein, died on 23 May 1971 at her age of 84.

Beautiful place to visit its like going back in time

Beautiful place to visit, but the tourists that were there when we visited were so disrespectful and were not respecting the signs calling for silence for visitors. I’m surprised they don’t enforce it but also saddened that visitors can’t respect the wishes of the community there.

It is a lovely, quite place for a small detour. There are not many places accessible to the public due to its private character, but it is rather interesting.

Begijnhof is a small hidden courtyard right in the middle of Amsterdam's city centre. I had never heard or seen thks place before but is a great opportunity to step out of the busy streets and witness a little History. The story behind the courtyard is fascinating and it's just a neat and quite place to discover for free in Amsterdam.

A nice place to visit in the middle of all the hustle and bustle. Well preserved piece of Amsterdam history. The church was open to the public so had a wander round and visited the little shop. It is a residential area and so parts of it are restricted access... It is very peaceful and calm... Read up on it before you come here and ten sit quietly and appreciate its beauty

The line is really quick and while waiting a very nice guide is introducing you the story of this wonderful place. The entrance is free, this quiet and relaxing visit is not taking so long. Loved the chapel, it’s paintings and the beautiful garden atmosphere !

One of my favorite places in Amsterdam, a little gem right in the center but protected from the hustle of the city ! Peaceful and a bit out of time… The 2 guys that work here were also so nice, they let me in even though they were about to obviously close the gates and were so funny ! One of them even took the time to come up explain the history of the begijnof. Let’s hope this place will remain preserved!

That’s a beautiful please .private garden and to pace full.thank to the man’s they work there.thanks to Alfred about him describing about the story of garden .nice full

Nearly 600 years of history have imbued this place with enduring beauty. It remains a tranquil haven for prayer, nestled away from the bustling streets of Amsterdam. Despite its age, it continues to accommodate numerous visitors.

One of my favorite parts about Amsterdam was that getting lost in the city means discovering things you didn’t have on your map. This is one of those places. It was awesome to find a quiet spot filled with so much history behind it. And the architecture leaves you in awe.

It's a very peaceful place with a garden surrounded by characteristic Amsterdam buildings. The entrance is through a gateway from the street and there is no fee. While you are walking in the crowded street nearby, you can find yourself in a silent and calm place just passing through the gateway to here.

Calm place in heart of Amsterdam. Beautiful in April.

Lovely serene courtyard in the city. A few tourists but not too many. Another great free sight in the city.

Nice place to enjoy some peace and quiet. Beautiful place.

For thise who will dig in a little bit more they will find out this was not about religion at all. It was about women freedom at the time they could be free in today's term. Absolutely amazing place.

This place is really beautiful. It's a must see in Amsterdam. But , please, if you go there, keep the silence!

A must to see and visit historical landmark in heart of Amsterdam. Beautiful architecture and colorful past. Interesting to learn about and see it with own eyes. Very unique experience. Can recommend.

It is a courtyard with a hidden church and beautiful houses. It might be difficult to find but it is so interesting to see the place and understand the history and tradition. It is near the Museum of Amsterdam.

(Translated by Google) Amsterdam is a city full of freshness. Above all, it is found in its gardens, such as those of the Begijnhof, a Beguine convent. A cheerful, modern, almost carefree city, it exhibits a joie de vivre both in the parks and in those gardens of which I speak. The city is equally famous for its canals and its interior gardens. Flowers, especially tulips, are the passion of the Americans. The article, on my travel blog at elisanievas (.) Com (Original) Amsterdam es una ciudad llena de frescura. Sobre todo se la encuentra en sus jardines, como los del Begijnhof, convento de beguinas. Ciudad alegre, moderna, casi desenfadada, exhibe una alegría de vivir tanto en los parques como en esos jardines de los que hablo. La ciudad es igualmente famosa gracias a sus canales como a sus jardines interiores. Las flores, en especial, los tulipanes, son la pasión de los amsterdaneses. El artículo, en mi blog de viajes en elisanievas(.)com

I visited this place as a part of a walking tour. The courtyard is clean and beautiful and once you're in the complex, you'll feel a sense of calmness. I believe that it includes Amsterdam's oldest surviving house dating back from the early 1400s (please, correct me if I'm wrong). It's interesting that the waiting list to live in this area is so long. Thanks to the single women residents, for letting us visit your home.

(Translated by Google) Picturesque (Original) Pintoresco

Beautiful place

(Translated by Google) Nice area but closed due to the covid (Original) Joli quartier mais fermé en raison du covid

(Translated by Google) Nice backyard. (Original) Hübscher Hinterhof.

(Translated by Google) Difficult to find entrance. Quiet place. Central. (Original) Eingang schwer zu finden.Ruhiges Ort.Zentral.

I'd really like to rate the Begijnhof because my mom war absolutely enthusiastic about it. Unfortunately, it was closed due to corona. What a pity... 😢

(Translated by Google) It is a courtyard with several houses and the chapel. Beautiful location (Original) É um pátio com várias casas e a capela. Local lindíssimo

The oldest building in Amsterdam

(Translated by Google) evocative, silent and with a lot of history. (Original) luogo suggestivo, silenzioso e con parecchia storia.

(Translated by Google) Peace and tranquility (Original) 祥和宁静

(Translated by Google) Unfortunately closed for covid19. Peeked through the door that opened for a moment. Looks interesting (Original) Purtroppo chiuso x il covid19. Sbirciato dal portone che sì é aperto per un attimo. Sembra interessante

(Translated by Google) Very good care (Original) Muy bien cuidado

Closed for tourists :(

(Translated by Google) Zen atmosphere especially early in the morning without tourists (Original) Ambiance zen surtout tôt le matin sans touristes

(Translated by Google) A place of silence (Original) Ein Ort der Stille

(Translated by Google) Nice! (Original) Mooi hoor!

Beautiful, mesmerizing place, great atmosphere of the surrounding buildings.

(Translated by Google) Quiet courtyard reserving all the beauty and mystery to those who visit it. Those who pass through the city cannot miss this special corner of the city. (Original) Pátio tranquilo reservando toda uma beleza e mistério a quem o visita. Quem passa pela cidade não pode deixar de conhecer este cantinho tão especial da cidade.

(Translated by Google) Beautiful courtyard in the center of Amsterdam! The churches are beautiful and the court is easily accessible! (Original) Mooi hofje middenin het centrum van Amsterdam! De kerken zijn mooi en het hof is goed bereikbaar!

(Translated by Google) A place worth seeing. When you stand in this courtyard you feel like you are in a different place. It is suddenly so quiet and not overlooked by crowds of people, but it still has the flair of Amsterdam. It is worthwhile to have a look in the course of a stroll through the city (Original) Ein sehenswerter Platz. Wenn man in diesem Innenhof steht fühlt man sich wie an einem anderen Ort. Es ist plötzlich so ruhig und nicht von Menschenmassen übersehen aber es hat trotzdem diesen Flair von Amsterdam . Es lohnt sich im Zuge eines Stadtbummels rein zu schauen.👌🏻

(Translated by Google) A beautiful historic place and, if you're lucky, quiet for a stop on your itinerary. (Original) Um lugar histórico lindo e, se você der sorte, tranquilo para uma parada no seu roteiro.

(Translated by Google) One of my favorite places in A'dam. (Original) Uno de mis lugares favoritos en A'dam.

Good

(Translated by Google) Beautiful garden, divine corner (Original) Precioso jardín, divino rinconcito

(Translated by Google) If you plan to take a photo tour in Amsterdam, one of the addresses you should not miss is Begijnhof. Surrounded by houses built in the 14th century, the courtyard invites you to an unforgettable journey of history. When you come here, you have to see the building number 34 especially because it is the oldest house in Amsterdam. (Original) Amsterdam’da fotoğraf turuna çıkmayı düşünüyorsanız, es geçmemeniz gereken adreslerden biri de Begijnhof. 14. yüzyılda inşa edilmiş olan evlerle çevrili olan avlu, sizleri unutulmaz bir tarih yolculuğuna davet ediyor. Buraya geldiğinizde 34 numaralı binayı özellikle görmeniz gerekiyor, çünkü kendisi “Amsterdam’ın en eski evi” olma özelliğine sahip.

Not really that interesting. Same as all the other buildings in Amsterdam

(Translated by Google) Absolutely beautiful (Original) Total schön

(Translated by Google) Story (Original) História

Hidden gem

🌟

(Translated by Google) We did a chameleon guided tour through civitatis, we loved the history and the place (Original) Hicimos una visita guiada con camaleón a través de civitatis, nos encantó la historia y el lugar

Lovely

(Translated by Google) Nice but not essential on a tour. (Original) Carino ma non essenziale in un tour.

Lovely

(Translated by Google) The Beguinage! A historic site not to be forgotten to visit! Exceptional of course (Original) Le Beguinage ! Un site historique à ne surtout pas oublier de visiter ! Exceptionnel bien sûr

(Translated by Google) It is the most beautiful and hidden, it was like finding Alice's tree (Original) Es lo más bonito y escondido, fue como encontrar el árbol de Alicia

Small park not very special

Very short visit time

Beautiful

holy place

Peaceful place!

Beautiful park, I love to visit this place. There is a too big place and can do various activities😎

(Translated by Google) Enchanting, evocative place, it seems to go back over the years. Manicured and well maintained. Silence reigns. Too bad you can't fully visit in this covid period but from the outside you can see the wonders inside. Worth a visit. (Original) Posto incantevole, suggestivo, sembra di tornare indietro negli anni. Curatissimo e ben tenuto. Il silenzio regna. Peccato non si possa visitare a pieno in questo periodo covid ma da fuori si possono vedere le meraviglie al suo interno. Merita una visita.

(Translated by Google) Very beautiful and intimate courtyard. The chapel is beautiful. (Original) Erg fraai en intiem hofje. De kapel is schitterend.

(Translated by Google) A particular place, conveys peace is a feeling of well-being. Silence must be respected as many people live there. A passage from this neighborhood is mandatory. (Original) Un luogo particolare, trasmette pace è una sensazione di benessere. Bisogna rispettare il silenzio siccome ci abitano molte persone. Un passaggio da questo quartiere è obbligatorio.

(Translated by Google) If you are in Amsterdam, definitely check it out here. You walk from a busy city center through a gate, and there is serene peace in this beautiful courtyard (Original) Ben je in Amsterdam, ga hier zeker kijken . Je loopt zo van een drukke binnenstad door een poort, en er heerst een serene rust in dit mooie hofje

Nice place to take a long walk. Peaceful atmosphere. Neat and clean. Very nice locality.

(Translated by Google) A quiet place where you breathe peace (Original) Un lugar tranquilo donde se respira paz

(Translated by Google) Must visit (Original) Visita obligada

(Translated by Google) An oasis of peace and spirituality (Original) Un'oasi di pace e di spiritualità

(Translated by Google) Nice and relaxing in the middle of the crowd (Original) Joli et reposant au milieu de la foule

(Translated by Google) Corner where time has stopped (Original) Angolo dove il tempo si è fermato

Nice Place 👍I was struck by silence

(Translated by Google) Singular (Original) Singular

Small quiet garden inside the center of Amsterdam, pretty cool but sometimes crowded by tourists.

(Translated by Google) There is great peace and tranquility but there is a lot of tourism (Original) Se respira una gran paz y tranquilidad pero hay mucho turismo

(Translated by Google) The Begijnhof is a true hidden treasure. Surrounded by characteristically narrow Dutch houses, this quiet and picturesque courtyard dates back to the late 1300s and since its inception it has been a Béguinage, a semi-monastic community of women who are dedicated to helping the less fortunate. Here there is also a wooden house which is one of the oldest in the city, built around 1420. (Original) Il Begijnhof è un vero tesoro nascosto. Circondato da case olandesi caratteristicamente strette, questo tranquillo e pittoresco cortile risale alla fine del 1300 e fin dalla sua concezione è stato un Béguinage, una comunità semi-monastica di donne che si dedicano ad aiutare i meno fortunati. Qui si trova anche una casa in legno che è una delle più antiche della città, costruita intorno al 1420.

(Translated by Google) It's cute but you've done it in 5 minutes (Original) C'est mignon mais vous en avez fait le tour en 5 minutes

A nice place to take a rest after a walk a long

Nice place to chill😉😀

(Translated by Google) A great park. (Original) Ein super Park.

(Translated by Google) A timeless place. (Original) Un posto fuori dal tempo.

(Translated by Google) A nice, quiet but crowded place in the center of Amsterdam. Here, in particular, is the oldest house in the city. There are many tourists, which makes the territory for the residents separated by turnstiles. Apparently a large number of tourists is the cause of some of the inhabitants of this yard's lack of respect. (Original) Гарне, тихе, але людне місце в центрі Амстердаму. Тут, зокрема є найстаріший будинок у місті. Тут буває багато туристів, через що територія для мешканців відділена турнікетами. Мабуть велика кількість туристів є причиню непривітності деяких мешканців цього подвір'я.

(Translated by Google) Calm in the center of Amsterdam, Haven of peace not to be missed during your visit to the Dutch capital (Original) Le calme dans le centre d Amsterdam, Havre de paix à ne pas rater lors de votre passage dans la capitale hollandaise

(Translated by Google) A real haven of peace (Original) Un vrai Havre de paix

(Translated by Google) An oasis of peace in the busy center of Amsterdam. The court is inhabited and the main garden is well maintained. A visit to the chapel is worth the effort. Two houses are included in the world-famous collection of KLM houses. In the collection this house is 6 and 46. (Original) Een oase van rust in het drukke centrum van Amsterdam. Het hof is bewoond en de hoftuin is goed onderhouden. Een bezoek aan de kapel is de moeite waard. Twee huizen zijn opgenomen in de wereldberoemde verzameling KLM-huisjes. In de verzameling zijn dit huisje 6 en 46.

Oasis in a bustling part of the city. Worth checking out if you're in the area.

(Translated by Google) Peaceful oasis in the middle of a busy city (Original) Oase van rust midden in een drukke stad

Discovered this on a walking tour, was a really nice place to take a break from the hustle and bustle of other streets. Nice a quite but could see it get busy during summer.

A minute long visit for IG picture. That's it. Although guarded and revered like a royal palace, it's literally just an enclosed street (with a neatly cut grass!)

I simply loved this place. It wasn't overrun by tourists. The whole enclave was quiet and a place where you could sit for a bit of time and soak in the atmosphere. Really liked the catholic church there

Absolutely full of culture! We loved how many people rode bikes. From Anne Frank's house to visiting a museum featuring Bansky. Just a all around nice trip

Just wonderful! A hidden gem in Amsterdam. Not to be missed!

So quiet, so peaceful and cute! It's such a charming place! You feel like out of town and time. Really enjoyed it!!

It's interesting

Peacefully place

Marvelous and peaceful inner courtyard ...lost in time

Dissappointed by little possibility to visit... looked longn2 find interance and half is unaccesable...

No tickets are required. It is a complex of old houses around an inner Hoff or green area. Access to most parts are only limited to the inhabitants of the complex. It has its own chapel that on special occasions people join the service. I suppose not much to see here. If you are tight on your schedule, you might skip this place unless you are so into contemporary history.

Interesting place, but a bit too low in energy for my taste. Beautiful in some angles though. I love to find beautiful hidden places.

In the midst of tourist-swamped Amsterdam, this serene oasis of quiet serenety is the starkest possible contrast. With centuries old houses in typical Amsterdam style and an ancient anglican church, this "hof" with its tiny (religious) community has kept its identity of modesty and virtue amidst the sex shops and tourist traps. Please respect the silence and quietness when you visit to preserve this gem.

A beautiful hidden church with a pretty garden. Make sure to respect the area by keeping the volume down or be quiet. Well worth a visit!

Pretty location with a church you can take a look around. Short time limit on visits.

Nice and peaceful little square away from the pulsing city center. Interesting assembly of tipical Dutch houses. On a winter misty early morning, the place releases a magical atmosphere.

Fantastic old place in the middle of Amsterdam, it is private owned so you can just stop there and look around for a while and you must go away, but you will have at least a peace time for a while.. I love the places like this...

REALLY quiet and tranquil place. Loved it even though it is in crowded part of the city.

Nice and quiet place in crowdy Amsterdam. Some paths are only for locals. The Begijnhof is one of the oldest hofjes in Amsterdam, Netherlands. A group of historic buildings, mostly private dwellings, centre on it. As the name suggests, it was originally a béguinage. Today it is also the site of two churches, the Catholic Houten Huys and the English Reformed Church

Great place to visit,very peacful and calm loved it

It's a nice and quiet, peaceful place in the city