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Oosterdok · Amsterdam

OBA Oosterdok public library

OBA Oosterdok (Openbare Bibliotheek Amsterdam)

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The largest library in the Netherlands (28,000 m2) by Jo Coenen, with a seventh-floor restaurant and terrace looking out over the whole city, and free Sunday lunchtime concerts by Conservatorium students. With more than 1,000 seats it is a study and work room for the city, and the top floor gives a free view most visitors never discover.

Address
Oosterdokskade 143, 1011 DL Amsterdam
Hours
Mon-Fri 08:00-22:00; Sat-Sun 10:00-20:00 (Google hours via Wanderlog, 2026-09)
Price
Free
Price level
€

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Good to know

  • Take the escalators to the seventh floor for the terrace view.
  • Check the OBA agenda for the free Sunday lunchtime concert.

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