On Saturday 12 and Sunday 13 September 2026, Amsterdam will celebrate the 40th edition of Open Monumentendag (Heritage Days). Between 10:00 and 17:00, remarkable buildings will open their doors to the public free of charge, offering visitors an opportunity to discover the city’s history and architecture.
In and around De Plantage, you can visit the following locations:
• Amstel Hotel – Prof. Tulpplein 1
Visit the impressive Mirror Room and discover the stories behind this monumental hotel. Open on Saturday and Sunday.
• Van Gendt Hallen – Oostenburgermiddenstraat 15
Get a preview of these renovated industrial halls before their official opening. Open on Saturday and Sunday.
• Oosterkerk – Kleine Wittenburgerstraat 1
Visit this striking 17th-century church on the Eastern Docklands. Open on Saturday.
• Het Scheepvaarthuis – Grand Hotel Amrâth – Prins Hendrikkade 108
Discover one of the finest examples of Amsterdam School architecture. Open on Saturday and Sunday.
• Museumhaven – Oosterdok 101
See historic working vessels in Amsterdam’s old harbour. Open on Saturday and Sunday.
• Suriname Museum – Zeeburgerdijk 19–21
Discover the history and culture of Suriname. Open on Saturday and Sunday.
📅 Saturday 12 and Sunday 13 September 2026
🎟️ Participating monuments are free to visit.
For exact opening hours, activities and any reservation requirements, view the full programme:
https://www.openmonumentendag.nl/comite/amsterdam/