National Monument (Nationaal Monument op de Dam)
National Monument (Nationaal Monument op de Dam)
National Monument (Nationaal Monument op de Dam)

National Monument (Nationaal Monument op de Dam) Tours and Tickets

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Standing high in the center of Amsterdam’s Dam Square, the National Monument is the Netherlands’ most important World War II memorial. Its towering travertine obelisk stands 72 feet (22 meters) high in somber tribute to Dutch fallen soldiers from World War II and subsequent armed conflicts.

  • Dam, Amsterdam, 1012 JL

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Q:What is the statue in Dam Square, Amsterdam?
A:The statue in the middle of Dam Square, Amsterdam, is the National Monument (Nationaal Monument op de Dam). It’s the most important memorial to World War II in the Netherlands. The white stone column stands 72 feet (22 meters) and is surrounded by a relief, several statues, and urns.
Q:Is visiting the National Monument worth it?
A:Yes, it’s worth stopping by the National Monument in Dam Square when you’re in the area. The square is a gathering place, and the statue is a poignant reminder of World War II. Combine it with other must-see attractions in the area, including the Royal Palace.
Q:Can you go to the National Monument on your own?
A:Yes, most travelers check out the National Monument in Amsterdam independently. There’s no entry fee as it stands in the middle of Dam Square, near the Royal Palace. Some guided tours, especially walking tours of Amsterdam’s historic sites, pass by the National Monument and may pause to mention its significance.
Q:Is there free parking near the National Monument?
A:No, you won’t find free parking near the National Monument in Amsterdam as it’s right in the city center. You can find paid parking, however. The closest places for paid parking are on the sides of the streets. Or, try the Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky parking garage, which offers hourly rates.
Q:Are there restrooms near the National Monument?
A:Yes and no. The few restrooms near Amsterdam's National Monument are urinals. The most notable of these is the City Hall Urinal, a protected monument for its brick and concrete structure. Amsterdam is famous for its lack of public toilets beyond urinals. Use shop, museum, or restaurant toilets instead.
Q:What is the best time of year to visit the National Monument?
A:You can visit Amsterdam’s National Monument at any time, but it’s particularly special on May 4, National Remembrance Day. Local residents and the Dutch royal family gather at the National Monument to pay their respects to the country’s war dead. Traditionally, the king and queen lay the first wreath at the foot of the monument.