Prints & Maps Hoogkamp is a specialist print and map shop at Spiegelgracht 27, 1017 JP Amsterdam, in the Netherlands’ Spiegelkwartier antiques-and-art district. Its core identity is finely produced wall art: Amsterdam maps and canal profiles sit alongside anatomy, wildlife, flower and mushroom subjects. Travelers come to browse distinctive, giftable images for the home, find an Amsterdam-themed souvenir with more character than standard poster-shop fare, and discuss print choices in a setting surrounded by galleries and antiques dealers.
What to Expect at Prints & Maps Hoogkamp
This is a retail visit rather than a ticketed museum exhibition. The collection is organized around clear visual subjects: Anatomy, Wild Life, Amsterdam, Flowers & Mushrooms, and more focused Flower and Mushroom groupings. The Amsterdam selection includes maps, city views and Canal Profiles, a series that turns the narrow silhouettes of canal houses into graphic decorative prints. Examples listed in the shop include Canalprofile Silver Grey, Lava Red and Maroon Red.
The strongest signature is the range’s blend of scientific illustration and natural-history imagery. Look for works such as Back Muscles, Brain cross section, Body Front View and Fetus black & white in the anatomy line; Sea Cucumbers in wildlife; and Egyptian Waterlely and Hybrid Tea Rose among botanical subjects. Mushroom prints are a dedicated category, useful for visitors seeking a coordinated kitchen, study or children’s-room gift. The shop’s online collection emphasizes high-quality art prints intended for interiors and relationship gifts, so it is worth considering scale, colour and framing before buying.
- Canal Profiles: Graphic Amsterdam canal-house façades in colourways including Silver Grey, Lava Red and Maroon Red.
- Anatomy studies: Detailed body, muscle, brain and fetal-image prints with a vintage-scientific character.
- Botanical subjects: Flower prints, including Egyptian Waterlely and Hybrid Tea Rose, for decorative interiors.
- Mushroom collection: A dedicated series of fungus illustrations, separate from the broader flower selection.
- Amsterdam imagery: Maps and city-view subjects designed for visitors looking for a location-specific artwork.
Prints & Maps Hoogkamp at a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Address | Spiegelgracht 27, 1017 JP Amsterdam, Netherlands |
| Neighborhood / Area | Spiegelkwartier, between the Rijksmuseum quarter and the central Canal Ring |
| Operating Hours | Daily, 12:30–18:30 |
| Admission & Ticket Prices | Free entry; no admission ticket or reservation is required. Prints are sold separately. |
| Recommended Visit Duration | 20 to 40 minutes; allow longer when choosing a print or gift. |
| Nearest Transit / Parking | Rijksmuseum tram stop and Vijzelgracht Metro Station are within walking distance; use nearby paid public parking rather than canal-side street parking. |
| Official Website / Phone | fineartprints.nl / +31 6 20280050 |
Visiting Tips, Getting There & Nearby Pairings
Arrive shortly after the 12:30 opening if you want time to compare designs before the late-afternoon shopping period. There is no timed entry and no ticket to book; purchases can also be explored through the official online shop, where listed examples show individual print prices from €18 to €26. For public transport, walk from Rijksmuseum tram stop through the museum quarter, or from Vijzelgracht on Metro 52. Drivers should plan for paid garage parking in the Museumplein or city-centre area and finish on foot; parking directly along the canals is limited and regulated.
Spiegelgracht is a historic canal street with narrow pavements, bridge approaches and uneven paving in places, which can be challenging for wheelchairs, strollers and visitors with limited mobility. Contact the shop before setting out to discuss step-free entry, turning space and assistance with purchases. Pair a visit with the Rijksmuseum, about a 10-minute walk away, the diamond-shaped Museumplein, or the galleries and antiques businesses along Spiegelgracht and Nieuwe Spiegelstraat. For food, the cafés around Leidseplein and the dining streets near Vijzelgracht are both within roughly 10 to 15 minutes on foot.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the opening hours and best time to visit?
Prints & Maps Hoogkamp is listed as open daily from 12:30 to 18:30. Visit soon after opening for an unhurried browse, particularly if you want to compare several canal-profile colours or ask about the print collections.
Is there an admission fee or do I need a reservation?
No. Entry is free and this is a shop, not a ticketed attraction, so reservations are not required. Purchases are separate; the online range shows examples priced from €18 to €26, with final options depending on the item selected.
How much time should I budget?
Plan 20 to 40 minutes for a straightforward visit. Allow up to an hour if you are choosing a gift, comparing anatomy and botanical designs, or building the stop into a Spiegelkwartier gallery and antiques walk.
Is Prints & Maps Hoogkamp suitable for families and wheelchair users?
Families can enjoy the animal, flower and mushroom imagery, although the visit is primarily for browsing rather than hands-on activities. Canal-side paving and narrow pavements affect approach comfort; wheelchair users and visitors with strollers should telephone ahead about shop access.
When planning your Amsterdam travel guide or browsing verified antique store in Amsterdam, pair this stop with standout local spots including Bouchon du Centre, VoetbalTravel, Muurschilderingen Wall Arts, and Laseur Antiquairs Amsterdam (nearby).
