Muziekgebouw Aan 'T Ij

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Lonely Planet review

The bold and beautiful 'Music Building on the IJ' brings the long-standing theatre IJsbreker (which changed its name to the new building) and the jazz house Bimhuis under one roof. This performance complex was some 20 years in the making, and designed by the Danish firm 3xNielsen.

Even if you don't catch a show here, the building is a feast for the eyes. Its Star Ferry café (; - Sun-Fri, to Fri & Sat) makes a great stop for the view alone. On the upper floor you'll find the computerised 'sound garden', a perfect diversion for the small fry.