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Museum Het Grachtenhuis

The Museum of the Canals

Het Grachtenhuis is the gateway to the world-famous Canal District. Het Grachtenhuis tells the fascinating story of how Amsterdam's Canal District was created by a multi-media exhibition.

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Address: Herengracht 386
Price: €12
Website: hetgrachtenhuis.nl (opens in a new tab)

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