The Royal Palace Amsterdam
The Royal Palace of Amsterdam is situated on Dam Square in the city centre of Amsterdam. It was originally built as the city hall for the magistrates of Amsterdam. In the 17-th century it was the largest secular building of Europe.
The Royal Palace is one of the three Palaces which the State has placed at the Queen's disposal by Act of Parliament. At present the Royal Palace is used for State Visits, the Queens New Year receptions and other official functions, including the annual presentation of the Erasmus Prize, the Silver Carnation, the Royal Awards for Painting, and the Prince Claus Prize. When not in use by the Queen or members of the Royal House, the palace is open to the public under the auspices of the Amsterdam Royal Palace Foundation.
The Royal Palace is open to the public most of the year and attracts about one hundred thousand visitors annually. It is open daily in the summer, otherwise from Tuesday to Sunday.
The annual summer exhibition focuses on the rich history of the building and highlights a heritage dating back to the Golden Age. In autumn, the works of up-and-coming young artists are shown in a special exhibition held in conjunction with the presentation of the Royal Awards for Painting.
Contact
Dam square, Amsterdam
+31 20 620 40 60 (visitor information)
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www.paleisamsterdam.nl
From Die Port van Cleve
The Royal Palace is right in front of Hotel Die Port van Cleve, only a few minutes walking distance. The entrance is located on Dam square. Ask the reception for directions.
