The Royal Palace of Amsterdam is situated on Dam Square in very the centre of Amsterdam. It was originally built as the city hall for the magistrates of Amsterdam. In the 17th century it was the largest secular building of Europe.

Today the Royal Palace on the Dam is one of the three Palaces which the State has placed at the Queen's disposal by an Act of Parliament. It is used for Royal Events like reception of the foreign heads of state during their visits in The Netherlands, the Queen's New Year reception and other official receptions. Every year, it provides the setting for the presentation of various official and royal prizes.

Visiting days and opening hours
The Palace has been opened to the public for most of the year (open the whole week except Mondays). Only on days of Royal Events.