Witte Dame

Philips first factory lies right in the heart of the city. The Philips museum provides a fascinating picture of the way in which Philips evolved from a small incandescent lamp manufacturer into a large and prestigious international group of companies.

The highest building in Eindhoven, directly opposite the Witte Dame. The 105-meter tower is the sky-high middle point of a new shopping area called "Around the Admirant". The "Around the Admirant" area was designed to include not only the retail stores in the Admirant's down floors, but also those in the organically shaped Blob. All the top floors are residential apartments.

On the top floors of this 7-edged, white tower building, Philips used to perform its light bulb endurance tests. The 24/7 burning lights in the building gained it the title of "Light Tower". Later it also housed the headquarters of Philips' lightning department. Around it where some of the company's main production buildings. After serious renovations, the building now holds private lofts and offices. On the down floor restaurant Usine offers a nicely decorated surrounding for a coffee break.

Mu brings expositions about the hybrid visual culture of now and later. It aims to be 'an adventurous guide to all art lovers with a keen interest in the energetic mix of art, design, pop culture and new media.' Also popular with young people (under age 35). It often has lectures or other activities on Thursdays.

This large music centre in the heart of the city offers a broad range of concerts, varying from jazz and classical to world music and acoustic rock.

LAB-1 is a cinema, club, event space and café-bar. You can find a broad range of films (also with English subtitles), live music, theatre, exhibitions, visuals, djs and events during the day and night. LAB-1 is retro, cozy, dynamics and creative, a place to enjoy, hang out and feel at home.