Which one to choose in Amsterdam
Two churches in Amsterdam. Basilica of Saint Nicholas, Amsterdam has no online ticket listed; Nieuwe Kerk, Amsterdam has 1 ticket or tour to book. The table and the two notes below put them side by side; the full pages have what to see, the ticket and the timing for each.
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Entry is free with a donation box. Nothing inside is ticketed. Organ recitals on the Sauer instrument are held on some weekday afternoons and are free or ask a small contribution; the church also hosts a Latin sung mass on Sunday mornings, which is a rarity in the Netherlands. Guided walking tours of the old centre pass the church and cost a moderate amount.
Amsterdam, Netherlands
The church functions as an exhibition hall rather than a parish, and the ticket price depends entirely on what is showing; major exhibitions cost as much as a museum, and between them the entry is cheaper or the church closes for installation. Check what is on before planning a visit, because an empty Nieuwe Kerk is a fine Gothic interior and a full one is a well-curated show. Organ recitals on the 1655 Schonat and Hagerbeer instrument are ticketed separately and are cheap.
| Basilica of Saint Nicholas, Amsterdam | Nieuwe Kerk, Amsterdam | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Basilica | Church |
| Opened | 1887 | 1408 |
| Tickets and tours on GetYourGuide | none listed | 1 |
| Official website | yes | yes |