Take 01
2017
The Hitman's Bodyguard
Amsterdam canals, Magere Brug, central streets
52.3676°N, 4.9041°E
Amsterdam
Capture the magic of the Netherlands' most iconic city with our comprehensive production support across Amsterdam's UNESCO canal ring, historic landmarks, and creative neighbourhoods.
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Scene 01 — Filmed Here
Notable Productions in Amsterdam
Take 02
2014
The Fault in Our Stars
Anne Frank House, Vondelpark, Leidsegracht
Take 03
2004
Ocean's Twelve
Amsterdam canal ring, central hotels
Take 04
1977
Soldaat van Oranje
Historic Amsterdam streets, government buildings
Take 05
1971
Diamonds Are Forever
Amsterdam canals, bridges, central districts
Scene 02 — Locations
Filming Locations in Amsterdam
From landmark monuments to hidden quarters — every district scouted and permit-mapped.
waterfront
Grachtengordel Canals
UNESCO-listed canal ring with 17th-century merchant houses, arched bridges, and houseboats providing quintessential Amsterdam imagery.
Dam Square & Royal Palace
Grand central square with the Royal Palace, Nieuwe Kerk, and National Monument. Iconic establishing shot location for Amsterdam-set productions.
Moderate
Anne Frank House & Westerkerk
The historic museum and adjacent Westerkerk church tower offer one of Amsterdam's most powerful visual and emotional landmarks.
Complex
Vondelpark
Amsterdam's largest urban park with tree-lined paths, ponds, open lawns, and the Vondelpark open-air theatre. A flexible green-space backdrop year-round.
Easy
NDSM Wharf
Former shipyard turned creative campus with vast warehouses, street art, cranes, and waterfront views across the IJ. Highly flexible for production.
Easy
Jordaan & Hofjes
Narrow streets, hidden courtyards, traditional cafés, and antique shops. Authentic old-Amsterdam atmosphere for character-led scenes.
Moderate
Grachtengordel (Canal Ring)
UNESCO-listed 17th-century canal belt with elegant merchant houses, arched bridges, and tree-lined waterways. Ideal for period and contemporary productions seeking quintessential Amsterdam backdrops.
Museumplein & Oud-Zuid
Cultural quarter home to the Rijksmuseum, Van Gogh Museum, Stedelijk Museum, and Vondelpark. Elegant 19th-century architecture and manicured green spaces.
Scene 03 — The Case for Amsterdam
Why Film in Amsterdam
- ✓ UNESCO World Heritage canal ring with instantly recognizable waterside settings
- ✓ Experienced local crews with international production experience and English fluency
- ✓ Netherlands Film Production Incentive offering 30% rebate on qualifying Dutch spend
- ✓ Strong infrastructure for equipment rental, studios, and post-production facilities
- ✓ Central European location with Schiphol Airport offering global connectivity
Scene 04 — Logistics
Transport & Logistics
Airports AMS (15 km / 15-30 min) ▼
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) — 15 km / 15-30 min
Train (15 min to Centraal)TaxiPrivate transferRideshare
Local Transit metro · taxi · rideshare ▼
metro
Extensive tram, metro, and bus network connecting all districts. GVB operates frequent services across the city.
Crew tip: Trams run from 6am to midnight. Plan equipment transport outside peak hours (7-9am, 5-7pm). Free ferries cross the IJ river to Noord.
taxi
Readily available throughout the city. Use official TCA taxis or Uber/Bolt apps.
Crew tip: Larger vans available for equipment transport with advance booking. Traffic congestion common in the centre; allow extra time.
rideshare
Uber and Bolt operate widely. Useful for client and talent transport.
Production Parking difficult · Permits required
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Street parking extremely limited and expensive in the centre. Use P+R facilities on the outskirts or dedicated production vehicle permits.
Contact Amsterdam Film Commission for production vehicle permits and designated loading/unloading zones.
Getting Between Locations ▼
Most filming locations accessible within 20-30 minutes by tram or bicycle. Cycling is often the fastest way to move between central locations.
Ready?
Plan Your Amsterdam Shoot
From permits and crew to equipment and logistics — we handle everything on the ground so you can focus on capturing the Venice of the North.