Openbare Bibliotheek Amsterdam

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  • Address
    Oosterdokskade 143, Centrum
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  • Phone
    523 09 00
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Lonely Planet review

Unveiled with great fanfare in 2007, this pleasingly symmetrical, nine-storey 'tower of knowledge' (its self-appointed nickname) is the country's largest library and has claimed a commanding spot on Amsterdam's increasingly modern landscape. Much of the excitement is visual: as you enter, marvel at the airy lobby with 30m-high gallery.

Big, inviting couches sit before picture windows on the 7th floor, and the view from the Oosterdok over the city is magnificent. There's also free web access.