Street Damrak

Damrak Street got its name from the dam nearby. Due to the former stock exchange building, the monumental Beurs van Berlage and several other buildings related to financial activities erected at the beginning of the 20th century, the term "Damrak" is synonymous with the Amsterdam Stock Exchange. Currently, The Beurs van Berlage serves as a concert and exhibition hall.

Today, this area is known mainly for restaurants, bars and tourist shops. The canals at Damrak are used as a communication route for canal boats.