De Papegaai, also known as St. Joseph Church, is a Catholic church on Kalverstraat, Amsterdam’s busy shopping street. Step inside for a quiet place to pray or pause, with sacred architecture and statues to explore. The church holds English-language Sunday Mass, and its website has information about Mass times. Its entrance can be easy to miss among the shops, so look for the church as you walk along Kalverstraat.
A quiet church on Kalverstraat
De Papegaai stands on Kalverstraat, where shops and city activity make the entrance easy to overlook. Inside, the atmosphere is peaceful. The church gives you a place to pray or sit quietly away from the busy street.
Take time to look at the statues and the church’s sacred architecture. Staff can help with lighting a candle and answer questions about the statues.
Mass and visiting
The church holds Sunday Mass in English. Check its website for Mass times and details before you go. The entrance is wheelchair accessible.
Perguntas frequentes
Where is De Papegaai in Amsterdam?
It is at Kalverstraat 58, on the busy shopping street in central Amsterdam.
Can I attend Mass in English?
The church holds Sunday Mass in English. Check its website for the current schedule.
Is the entrance wheelchair accessible?
Yes, the entrance is wheelchair accessible.
