Museums
Cat Cabinet
A cat museum. Housed in a beautiful restored palatial home in an upscale area street - very Masterpiece Theater. It was opened by the homeowner after his favourite cat died... and he still lives in the home. Lots of cat-related art, and two real felines. The exhibition is spread across the first floor of the house.
architecture
Grachtengordel literally means 'canal belt', it's main attraction is the rich architectural heritage of this neighborhood. Built in the 17th Century, the merchant-based oligarchy that ruled the trading city of Amsterdam built canal houses and mansions in the most prestigious locations, especially along the main canals. The city office for architectural heritage BMA has a chronological list of the most important ones:
Singel 140-142, De Dolphijn circa 1600.
Oudezijds Voorburgwal 14, Wapen van Riga 1605.
Oudezijds Voorburgwal 57, De Gecroonde Raep 1615, in Baroque Amsterdam Renaissance style.
Herengracht 170-172, Bartolotti House circa 1617.
Keizersgracht 123, House with the Heads 1622.
Herengracht 168 1638.
Rokin 145 1643.
Kloveniersburgwal 29, Trip House 1662.
Oudezijds Voorburgwal 187 1663.
Singel 104-106 1743.
Singel 36, Zeevrugt 1763.