Postcard of pre-war Amsterdam "Rembrandtsplein Amsterdam" (Rembrandt Plaza, Amsterdam) Rembrandtplein is one of several major squares in the centre of Amsterdam and is named after the famous Dutch master painter Rembrandt van Rijn. Originally a butter and dairy market known as ‘Botermarkt,’ the area saw many restaurants and shops pop up with the turn of the 20th century in sight. Today, numerous cafes, terraces and clubs very popular with young people line the square and are packed all year round. Located in the centre of Amsterdam, Rembrandtplein lies directly in between Muntplein, leading towards Dam Square, and Blauwbrug, trailing into Waterlooplein. This lively square is the perfect place to sit down on one of the busy terraces with a beer or coffee verkeerd (latte) and watch the world pass by.