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.
Photography Tips
Amsterdam is a great city for night photography with long exposure. If you are economising on lenses for a trip to Amsterdam, go for wide-angle: 16-35 mm will give you a surprising number of shots because usually you're almost always close to the architecture. Don't forget your tripod (yes, you can take them as cabin luggage, as long as you don't exceed the length requirement).
Wander around this spot; there are shots to be taken up near the Grasshopper too, e.g. looking back at the central station.
Wander around this spot; there are shots to be taken up near the Grasshopper too, e.g. looking back at the central station.
Travel Information
Amsterdam is very problematic with car. Best way to get around is by bus or by train. A lot of the beautiful places can also easily reached by foot when you get to the center by public transportation. The parking garages are quite expensive, but if you don't care about that going there by car is also a valid option.
Spot Type
Outdoor
Crowd Factor
Lots of people
Best Timing
Blue hour/at night
Sunrise & Sunset
08:12 - 16:40
| current local time: 14:13
Photo Themes
Architecture
canal
citylights
cityscape
Lights
Long Exposure
night photography
nightscape
reflections
River
Locations
Amsterdam
Damrak
Amsterdam Central
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