Westertoren is part of the historic Westerkerk (West Kerk) situated between Keizersgracht (canal) and Prinsengracht (canal) in Amsterdam. This is a beautifully designed tower that can be admired from the outside and climbed to enjoy views of the city centre. The tower was built in 1638 and is 85 metres tall, making it the the highest in the city. It is elegant with a steeple that resembles an Imperial Crown. You can enjoy views of Westertoren from either side of churh, along the canals, depending on the time of day and position of the sun. Just walk back around 50 metres or so from the church for good photograph spots. If you are interested in climbing Westertoren (€7.50 per person), opening hours are 10am to 8pm daily. Tours take place every 30 minutes and it is advisable to reserve in advance during peak summer months. Note: Westerkerk is next to the Anne Frank House, another important and popular attraction in Amsterdam. Considering the queues that regularly form, I'd suggest visiting Anne Frank first thing in the morning and then making your way to visit Westerkerk and climb Westertoren if this is something you are keen to do when visiting Amsterdam.

I can only speak about the climb up Westertorn since the church itself was closed, unfortunately. They happened to be filming a television show there that weekend so no visitors were allowed. Luckily, we were still able to climb the tower. The climb lasts about half an hour to go up and come back down. They start on every half hour, with the last tour leaving at 7:30 pm. There's a tour guide with you the whole time, who will teach you about the history of the tower itself. A tour costs 7 euros. You cannot purchase tickets online, but you can go early, buy your ticket, walk around the neighborhood, and then come back for your allotted time. This is what I would recommend. My boyfriend and I showed up at around 11, and the next available tour was for 1:30. This is most likely due to the fact that they do not let a lot of people up at a time (20 people per group). The view from the top is amazing. You get a sweeping view of Amsterdam and you'll get about 10 minutes to take all the pictures you want. It was a great experience and gives you a different perspective of the city.

I like a good tower climb and this had some bonuses, a guide, and nearly impossible ladders, the bell tower within the tower was interesting. You only get halfway up, but get to look across the city. Unfortunately, Amsterdam is full of pleasant buildings but nothing outstanding so the sights are pleasant rather than awe-inspiring.

Beautiful

If the weather is clear this bell tower offers stunning views of Amsterdam. There is a quick tour on the way up where you learn a bit about the history of the tower and church. Admission is €8 (accept credit card)

It's best to go on Tuesday, there's a free concert at 12 p.m. 😊 All in all, beautiful!

(Translated by Google) Go and have a look inside the Church itself, I come to Amsterdam so often that I should be ashamed. The Church will probably have a separate review. What can you say about a tower, except that I think it is very beautiful (Original) Toch maar eens in die Kerk zelf gaan kijken ,kom zo vaak in Amsterdam dat ik me eigenlijk moet schamen .Op de Kerk komt vast een aparte review. Wat moet je zeggen over een toren ,behalve dat ik m heel mooi vind

(Translated by Google) The Westertoren is known from the diary of Anne Frank. The peak is special and beautiful. (Original) De Westertoren is bekend uit het dagboek van Anne Frank. De spits is bijzonder en fraai.

Security guard was little rude and didn't allowed us to enter. Otherwise it was beautiful from outside

It's permanently closed for renovations.

Now under renovation. But it was clean and I didn't feel unsafe there.

Excellent

Extremely informative and entertaining tour of the tower's observation deck with stops on the lower floors. Duration: 30 min. The stairs are sometimes very narrow and steep because there is no oncoming traffic and you are traveling in a small group, but they are quite pleasant to climb. The view is magnificent.

On board of a Pride tour

It's a big tower. In front of it, there were couple of chairs under the shade of tree which was relieving for the tourists who were trying to hide from scorching heat.

A very tall protestant church in Jordaan by the Prinsengracht (canal). It's difficult to miss it. Pretty simple interior.

Guided tours up the Westertower. It's a climb but totally worth it. Tours are only given between April and October (incl)

Guide was really funny and personable. View from top was amazing.

A very successful but also moving exhibition. It's worth it for everyone to come here once.

(Translated by Google) Beautiful view of the city! (Original) Prachtig uitzicht over de stad!

(Translated by Google) Classic in Mokum. Must see, say. (Original) Classic in Mokum. Must see, zeg maar.

(Translated by Google) The environment is also very beautiful. (Original) De omgeving is ook heel mooi.

(Translated by Google) Nice and beautiful (Original) Leuk en mooi

(Translated by Google) The most beautiful tower in Amsterdam. Recommended to climb this once. (Original) De mooiste toren van Amsterdam. Aanrader om deze eens tegaan beklimmen.

(Translated by Google) Good view over the whole city. Only six people per tour, few tours a day. It is recommended to pick up the tickets in the morning if you want to go to the tower in the afternoon. (Original) Gute Aussicht über die ganze Stadt. Nur sechs Personen pro Führung, wenige Führungen am Tag. Es empfiehlt sich, die Tickets am Morgen zu holen, wenn man am Nachmittag auf den Turm möchte.

(Translated by Google) Amazing to climb the bell tower. I recommend it to anyone who is willing to climb narrow and steep steps. (Original) Increible subir a el campanario. lo recomiendo a toda persona que este dispuesto a subir escalones estrechos y empinados.

(Translated by Google) Great location, historic, Amsterdam at its best. (Original) Geweldige locatie, historisch, Amsterdam op haar best.

Huge church that stands out from the houses of Amsterdam. Fully worth a visit

(Translated by Google) One day not seen the Wester is one day not lived, so a Jordaanese (Original) Één dag de Wester niet gezien is één dag niet geleefd al dus een jordaanees

Awesome, but loud bells every hour!

Great views over the city

Must visit

Only guided tour. 9 euro p/p.

The climb to the top is well worth the effort, if the tour is open. The views are spectacular.

Beautiful history

Earth the visit

Gay-pride

Good views.

(Translated by Google) July 2019 I highly recommend the viewpoint from the church tower, you can see a large part of Amsterdam on a clear day for everyone who visits Amsterdam I highly recommend this place (Original) lipiec 2019 polecam bardzo punkt widokowy z wieży kościelnej, można zobaczyć w pogodny dzień dużą część Amsterdamu dla każdego kto zwiedza Amsterdam bardzo polecam to miejsce

(Translated by Google) Stunning views. It's worth the climb (Original) Las vistas impresionantes. Merece la pena la subida

(Translated by Google) Very beautiful and characteristic, and close to the Anne Frank house. (Original) Molto bella e caratteristica, e in prossimità della casa di Anna Frank..

(Translated by Google) Fairly quiet location on the Prinsengracht! (Original) Redelijk rustig gelegen plek aan de Prinsengracht!

(Translated by Google) Beautiful, impressive, so much history at this place. (Original) Mooi, indrukwekkend, zoveel geschiedenis op deze plek.

This is definitely a worth investment of time and money. Short story about the tower, the architect, and the bells. The view is outstanding!

(Translated by Google) Super nice view! And nice guides that you go up with. You can go up every half hour and small groups that is a relief !!! (Original) Super mooi uitzicht! En leuke gidsen waar je mee naar boven gaat. Je kan elk half uur omhoog en kleine groepjes dat is een verademing!!!

(Translated by Google) belfry of the church (Original) звоник цркве

(Translated by Google) I came here with my mother in October and really liked it. Our guide Tim was great and the view was breathtaking. I fell in love with the Jordaan and the beautiful Westertoren. Oh beautiful Westertower! You proud of Amsterdam! Let me hear you once again beautiful bim bam ... (Original) Ik kwam hier met mijn moeder in oktober en vond het heel leuk. Onze gids Tim was geweldig en het uitzicht was adembenemend. Ik werd verliefd op de Jordaan en de mooie Westertoren. Oh mooie Westertoren! Jij trots van Amsterdam! Laat mij nog eenmaal horen je mooi prachtig bim bam...

(Translated by Google) Beautiful (Original) Mooi

(Translated by Google) It is one of the emblematic towers of the city with one of the best 360 ° views you can get in Amsterdam. If you want to climb you must take into account: 1) The climb is on foot and you must be in good physical condition to avoid drowning in the bell tower and be able to enjoy the calm view; 2) pay € 8 / person that costs admission (cash or credit card), just for the little look nothing more; 3) It was a claustrophobic experience due to the narrowness of the stairs, not suitable for people who suffer from this phobia or fear of heights, which is why, they only let a very limited number of tourists go up and down, since otherwise there is no possibility to get on and off groups of tourists at the same time. Of course, wonderful view but it is only worth doing it for one time and never again, because the truth is that I will not go up there again. (Original) Es una de las torres emblemáticas de la ciudad con una de las mejores vistas de 360° que puedes conseguir en Ámsterdam. Si desean subir debes tener en cuenta: 1) La subida es a pie y debes tener buen estado físico para no llegar ahogado al campanario y poder disfrutar la vista tranquilo; 2) pagar 8€/persona que cuesta la entrada (efectivo o con tarjeta de crédito), solo por la miradita nada más; 3) fue una experiencia claustrofóbica por lo estrechisimo de las escaleras, no apta para personas que sufran de ésta fobia ni de miedo a las alturas, razón por la cual, solo dejan subir y bajar a un número muy limitado de turistas, ya que de otra manera no hay posibilidad de subir y bajar grupos de turistas al mismo tiempo. Eso sí, maravillosa vista pero solo vale la pena hacerlo por una única vez y nunca más, pues la verdad no vuelvo a subir allá.

(Translated by Google) The beautiful old clock tower, the stairs are small and shaking, you can understand the story and history of the clock tower, and here is also the best place to overlook the city street view of Amsterdam, I want to go again next time! (Original) 美麗古老的鐘塔，樓梯很小且抖，可以了解鐘塔的故事與歷史，而這裡也是可以眺望阿姆斯特丹城市街景的最佳地點，下次還想再去!

Very accomodating and decent place to stay with good consumables and very comfortable and clean beds