Netherlands Damrak, Amsterdam
The old architecture of Amsterdam is amazing. Especially for architecture photographers the city is a paradise. The house facades at Damrak are just one highlight, since the canal offers the opportunity for nice reflections
Amsterdam is the Netherlands’ capital, known for its artistic heritage, elaborate canal system and narrow houses with gabled facades, legacies of the city’s 17th-century Golden Age.. every where u can feel the vibes .. specially near canals and i really recommend Damrak Ave
Amsterdam is the Netherlands’ capital, known for its artistic heritage, elaborate canal system and narrow houses with gabled facades, legacies of the city’s 17th-century Golden Age.. every where u can feel the vibes .. specially near canals and i really recommend Damrak Ave
Photography Tips
The spot is usually very crowded, so it is best to go there either for sunrise or way after sunset.
The canal houses bring out their best look during nighttime, with attractive lights and beautiful reflections on the canal, especially on clear winter nights, as the buildings are more decorated during the Christmas Holiday season.
The canal is also very crowded with Tour Boats, so it is best to look for a smaller angle if you are looking to get a clean shot of the buildings, instead of using a wider perspective.
Take a few shots each time you visit Amsterdam - the scene doesn't change much, but its good to see how your photography is changing.
The canal houses bring out their best look during nighttime, with attractive lights and beautiful reflections on the canal, especially on clear winter nights, as the buildings are more decorated during the Christmas Holiday season.
The canal is also very crowded with Tour Boats, so it is best to look for a smaller angle if you are looking to get a clean shot of the buildings, instead of using a wider perspective.
Take a few shots each time you visit Amsterdam - the scene doesn't change much, but its good to see how your photography is changing.
Travel Information
The location is 3 minutes walking distance from Amsterdam Central Station and it is easily reachable by public transportation from pretty much everywhere around the city. Just look for any bus, tram, or metro that stops at Amsterdam Centraal.
If you are traveling by car, there is a private car park very close to the location, but it is very expensive to park the car there.
If you are traveling by car, there is a private car park very close to the location, but it is very expensive to park the car there.
Spot Type
Outdoor
Crowd Factor
A decent amount of people
Best Timing
Blue hour/at night
Sunrise & Sunset
05:21 - 21:55
| current local time: 01:41
Photo Themes
Canals
City Landscape
Citylights
Cityscapes
Historical City
Iconic
iconic sights
Landmark
night photography
Reflexion
River
sightseeing
Tourist Attraction
Urban Architecture
Spot comments (1)