Portuguese Synagogue

The Portuguese Synagogue is located in the Jewish Cultural Quarter of Amsterdam. Back when it was built in the 17th century, it was the biggest synagogue in the world. When it is not being used for services, it is open for a visits by the general public. The main building is accessible, as well as a number of additional buildings showcasing historic religious artefacts, books, and silver. For more information, please see the Portuguese Synagogue website.

Accessibility

  • The entrance is threshold-free. Two automatic doors are operated by a member of staff. The entrance to the Portuguese Synagogue itself has a ramp.

  • There are multiple lockers at different heights

  • The synagogue itself has two wide manual entrance doors

  • Inside the synagogue there are wide pathways. The ground floor is accessible, however the upper floor balcony area (‘Ladies Gallery’) is only accessible via a staircase.

  • The Winter Synagogue and Ets Haim library have several rooms at different heights and with thresholds. Unfortunately they are not wheelchair accessible.

  • The treasure chambers are accessible by wheelchair

  • The door to the former mikvah has a threshold of approximately 3 cm, so may not be suitable for all wheelchair users

  • The Mourning Room and Rabbinate entrance have a threshold of approximately 2 cm.

  • Mobile payment machine available

  • Accessible gift shop

  • Lift in gift shop down to treasure chambers

Toilets

The Portuguese Synagogue has an accessible toilet. Click here for photos.

Parking & Public Transportation

  • Close to public transportation (1 min)

  • The three closest disabled parking spaces are located on the Houtkoperdwarsstraat, the Muiderstraat and the Rapenburgerstraat

Address

Portuguese Synagogue
Mr. Visserplein 3
1011 RD Amsterdam

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