Leidseplein
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The Leidseplein is a major square in central Amsterdam, the Netherlands. Lying in the southwest of the central (canal) district of Amsterdam, the Leidseplein is immediately northeast of the Singelgracht canal.
The Leidseplein is one of the busiest centres for nightlife in the city. The square and the surrounding streets are full of bars, restaurants, outdoor cafes, theaters, dance clubs, etc. Street performers are often found on the square. It is very popular with tourists and locals alike, although some locals find it overcrowded during high season.
Either on the square or close by are:
- City movie theater, around the corner at the Kleine Gartmanplantsoen
- the Stadsschouwburg (municipal theatre), which features plays, musicals, and cabaret.
- the Leidsepleintheater, home of the English-language comedy group Boom Chicago.
- the "Uitburo" (going-out office), which provides information on and tickets for Amsterdam theater and music performances
- the rock music venues Paradiso and Melkweg
- Amsterdam's largest municipal park, Vondelpark
- Holland Casino
The Leidseplein is an intersection for the Amsterdam tram system - the 1,2,5,7, and 10 lines run through or past the square.
See also: Amsterdam Tourist Attractions
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- Satellite image from WikiMapia or Google Local
- Street map from Multimap or GlobalGuide
- Aerial image from TerraServer
