Duration
1 hour
Best Time
Morning
Price
€€
Setting
Indoor
About Café Papeneiland
Historic brown café from 1642 claiming to serve Amsterdam's best apple pie with whipped cream. The interior features Delft blue tiles and the location on the corner of two canals offers prime views.
Insider Tips
Order the apple pie heated with a scoop of vanilla ice cream instead of cream - it's not on the menu but they'll do it.
Practical Details
Getting There
Address
Prinsengracht 2, 1015 DV Amsterdam, Netherlands
Neighborhood
JordaanNearest Metro
Frequently Asked Questions
Plan for about 1 hour. Morning visits are typically less crowded.
Café Papeneiland is in the Jordaan neighborhood of Amsterdam. The address is Prinsengracht 2, 1015 DV Amsterdam, Netherlands. The area is well-served by metro.
Morning visits, especially early, mean fewer crowds and better light for photos. Weekdays are significantly quieter than weekends.
Nearby in Jordaan
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