Tours and Tickets to Experience Begijnhof

There are plenty of ways to experience the Begijnhof. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• Guided Bike Tour of Amsterdam's Highlights and Hidden Gems
• Amsterdam Evening Cruise with Drinks & Dutch bites included!
• Amsterdam Private Tour: Highlights & Hidden Gems by Bike or Foot
• Amsterdam Highlights Small-Group Walking Tour
• Amsterdam: Introduction walking tour (TOP RATED)

There’s no charge to visit the Begijnhof. However, lots of travelers opt to explore the courtyard during a guided tour of Amsterdam: self-guided tour apps cost as little as €3, guided walking tours start at €25, and guided bike tours are from €40.

Yes, you can take photos at the Begijnhof, although it’s important to respect the privacy of the women who live in this protected courtyard. You can also take photos inside the Begijnhofkapel, the courtyard’s historic Roman Catholic church; the English Reformed Church is currently only open for worship and special events.

The Begijnhof is typically open to visitors from 9:30am to 6pm seven days a week, and it’s important to respect these hours as residents can get frustrated with anyone who trespasses outside the prescribed times. In general, plan to visit during daylight hours when the courtyard looks its best.

No, there are no restrooms at the Begijnhof as it’s a residential courtyard with no admission fee charged. However, there are wheelchair-friendly public bathrooms available for a small fee on Koningsplein, which is about a 5-minute walk from the Begijnhof, or in the Kalverpassage shopping center.

Yes, the Begijnhof is accessible. Paths are smooth, flat, and well-made, making it easy for wheelchairs to access the courtyard. There is step-free access to the Begijnhofkapel, and the aisle is wide enough for wheelchairs to maneuver. There are accessible bathrooms in the Kalverpassage shopping center and on Koningsplein.