Guidebook for Amsterdam
Drinks & Nightlife
This place was recently voted the best cocktail bar in Amsterdam. Their drinks are sublime and the place has a great atmosphere. It's not cheap but it's
worth it. Book ahead if you can.
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Tales & Spirits
5-7 LijnbaanssteegThis place was recently voted the best cocktail bar in Amsterdam. Their drinks are sublime and the place has a great atmosphere. It's not cheap but it's
worth it. Book ahead if you can.
Watch the boats go by in this unpretentious bar/restaurant situated next to the water. This is a very popular spot with young locals, it's buzzing all year round.
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Hannekes Boom
4 DijksgrachtWatch the boats go by in this unpretentious bar/restaurant situated next to the water. This is a very popular spot with young locals, it's buzzing all year round.
Pacific Parc is a cool alternative local hangout away from the hustle and bustle of the centre. They serve
dinner most evenings and on weekends there are DJ's and occasional live bands.
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Pacific Parc
23 PolonceaukadePacific Parc is a cool alternative local hangout away from the hustle and bustle of the centre. They serve
dinner most evenings and on weekends there are DJ's and occasional live bands.
This recently renovated nightclub is on the 7th floor of an old newspaper building. You have to pay to get
in but it's worth it. The lineups are varied so check out what's on before you go.
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Canvas
150 WibautstraatThis recently renovated nightclub is on the 7th floor of an old newspaper building. You have to pay to get
in but it's worth it. The lineups are varied so check out what's on before you go.
With its creative retro sci-fi themed cocktail menu and atmospheric decor, Door 74 is not one to miss. That is easier said than done; they have a secret hidden entrance. Good luck finding it!
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Door74
74 ReguliersdwarsstraatWith its creative retro sci-fi themed cocktail menu and atmospheric decor, Door 74 is not one to miss. That is easier said than done; they have a secret hidden entrance. Good luck finding it!
Bitterzoet is a bar/club where anything goes, from singer/songwriter nights to banging electro. Make sure you check out their schedule as they are not open every weekend.
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Bitterzoet
2 HS SpuistraatBitterzoet is a bar/club where anything goes, from singer/songwriter nights to banging electro. Make sure you check out their schedule as they are not open every weekend.
If you want a grungy, authentic A'dam nightlife experience then check out OT301. Their club nights are not every weekend so consult their schedule
before you go. The music tends to be bass orientated.
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OT301
301 OvertoomIf you want a grungy, authentic A'dam nightlife experience then check out OT301. Their club nights are not every weekend so consult their schedule
before you go. The music tends to be bass orientated.
This fancy bar is located at the top of the DoubleTree Hilton hotel. Just go into the hotel and take the lift to the top floor. The bar has stunning
views of the city.
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SkyLounge Amsterdam
4 OosterdoksstraatThis fancy bar is located at the top of the DoubleTree Hilton hotel. Just go into the hotel and take the lift to the top floor. The bar has stunning
views of the city.
Food Scene
This Middle Eastern restaurant is housed in a stunning converted church. The menu is exotic and affordable. You can usually get a table without
booking.
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De Bazar Amsterdam B.V.
182 Albert CuypstraatThis Middle Eastern restaurant is housed in a stunning converted church. The menu is exotic and affordable. You can usually get a table without
booking.
Although this pub/restaurant doesn't look very spectacular, the food is surprisingly good and affordable. They do a different set menu every night for €10. You need to reserve in advance.
Van Limburg Stirumstraat 115
Although this pub/restaurant doesn't look very spectacular, the food is surprisingly good and affordable. They do a different set menu every night for €10. You need to reserve in advance.
Just a short walk from the flat you will find this cosy little Italian restaurant/deli. The prices are a little steep but the quality is outstanding. Don't forget to book a table in advance.
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Bella Storia
26 BentinckstraatJust a short walk from the flat you will find this cosy little Italian restaurant/deli. The prices are a little steep but the quality is outstanding. Don't forget to book a table in advance.
Nostimo serves simple Greek cuisine in an unpretentious and laid-back setting. Well worth a visit!
Grieks Restaurant Nostimo
26 Fannius ScholtenstraatNostimo serves simple Greek cuisine in an unpretentious and laid-back setting. Well worth a visit!
Entertainment & Activities
The facilities at this local indoor pool are clean and modern. There is a warm pool for relaxing and a colder pool for swimming lengths. Check their
website for the swimming schedule.
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Het Marnix
1 MarnixpleinThe facilities at this local indoor pool are clean and modern. There is a warm pool for relaxing and a colder pool for swimming lengths. Check their
website for the swimming schedule.
Amsterdam's version of Central Park, a beautiful stretch of green in the middle of the city. It's great for walking/jogging or just hanging out. There are
some nice cafe's and playgrounds for kids.
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Vondelpark
Amsterdam's version of Central Park, a beautiful stretch of green in the middle of the city. It's great for walking/jogging or just hanging out. There are
some nice cafe's and playgrounds for kids.
The Westerpark is great alternative to the Vondelpark, which can get really crowded in the summer. There are a host of great bars/cafe's in the
park and loads of green space.
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Westerpark
4 HaarlemmerwegThe Westerpark is great alternative to the Vondelpark, which can get really crowded in the summer. There are a host of great bars/cafe's in the
park and loads of green space.
The Amsterdam Zoo (offcially called Natura Artis Magistra) is a great day out for the whole family. The planetarium and aquarium are highlights!
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Artis
38-40 Plantage KerklaanThe Amsterdam Zoo (offcially called Natura Artis Magistra) is a great day out for the whole family. The planetarium and aquarium are highlights!
Science Center NEMO is a really hands-on experience and is sure to entertain the kids for hours. It's accessible to all ages and it's open all year round.
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NEMO
2 OosterdokScience Center NEMO is a really hands-on experience and is sure to entertain the kids for hours. It's accessible to all ages and it's open all year round.
Sightseeing
The NDSM Werf is an old industrial area that has since been given a new lease of life as a cultural and creative hub. Just take the free ferry from the back
of Centraal Station, it takes 10 min.
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Mt. Ondinaweg
Mt. OndinawegThe NDSM Werf is an old industrial area that has since been given a new lease of life as a cultural and creative hub. Just take the free ferry from the back
of Centraal Station, it takes 10 min.
This was once a ship building hanger but now houses a full-time artist studio complex. It also plays host to the 'IJ-Hallen' for one weekend every month, it's the biggest flea market in Europe!
Tt. Neveritaweg 15
This was once a ship building hanger but now houses a full-time artist studio complex. It also plays host to the 'IJ-Hallen' for one weekend every month, it's the biggest flea market in Europe!
There are a plethora of places in Amsterdam to get tickets for a canal cruise. Rederij Lovers is a fine
option and within walking distance of Centraal Station.
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Rederij Lovers B.V.
25 Prins HendrikkadeThere are a plethora of places in Amsterdam to get tickets for a canal cruise. Rederij Lovers is a fine
option and within walking distance of Centraal Station.
Essentials
The Albert Cuyp Market is an Amsterdam institution. It has been running daily for over 100
years, you can get anything from clothes and accessories to fresh fruit and vegetables.
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Albert Cuypstraat
Albert CuypstraatThe Albert Cuyp Market is an Amsterdam institution. It has been running daily for over 100
years, you can get anything from clothes and accessories to fresh fruit and vegetables.
The 'Nine Streets' or 'Negen Straatjes' are full of small boutique shops selling all sorts of goods.
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Wolvenstraat
WolvenstraatThe 'Nine Streets' or 'Negen Straatjes' are full of small boutique shops selling all sorts of goods.
The Haarlemmerstraat (which turns into the Haarlemmerdijk) is one of the nicest shopping streets in Amsterdam. There are some big-brand stores but mostly it's populated by small independent shops.
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Haarlemmerstraat
HaarlemmerstraatThe Haarlemmerstraat (which turns into the Haarlemmerdijk) is one of the nicest shopping streets in Amsterdam. There are some big-brand stores but mostly it's populated by small independent shops.
A large farmers market is held here every Saturday morning and afternoon. The prices are a little steep but the produce is outstanding!
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Noordermarkt
42B NoordermarktA large farmers market is held here every Saturday morning and afternoon. The prices are a little steep but the produce is outstanding!
This is the closest supermarket to the flat.
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Van Limburg Stirumstraat 44
44 Van Limburg StirumstraatThis is the closest supermarket to the flat.
This supermarket is a slightly cheaper alternative to Albert Heijn. They also stock different brands.
Tweede Nassaustraat 23
23 Tweede NassaustraatThis supermarket is a slightly cheaper alternative to Albert Heijn. They also stock different brands.
This laid-back night shop stocks a fantastic selection (especially wine, beer and snacks) and they stay open until 12PM every night!
De Wittenkade 96
96 De WittenkadeThis laid-back night shop stocks a fantastic selection (especially wine, beer and snacks) and they stay open until 12PM every night!
This small grocery store is more affordable than the supermarkets, it's particularly good for fruit and vegetables.
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Safa Groente/Fruit en Vlees
60 Groen van PrinstererstraatThis small grocery store is more affordable than the supermarkets, it's particularly good for fruit and vegetables.
Another more local alternative to the big supermarkets: good selection of fruit and vegetables, nice Turkish bread and a wide selection of olives.
Tweede Nassaustraat 1
Another more local alternative to the big supermarkets: good selection of fruit and vegetables, nice Turkish bread and a wide selection of olives.
Arts & Culture
Although it might not look it from the outside, the Melkweg is the standout venue for live music in Amsterdam. Throughout the year they play host to
the biggest names in all spheres of popular music.
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Voie lactée
234A LijnbaansgrachtAlthough it might not look it from the outside, the Melkweg is the standout venue for live music in Amsterdam. Throughout the year they play host to
the biggest names in all spheres of popular music.
This local art-house cinema has been around since 1912. Some of the screening rooms are a little small
but it makes up for it in atmosphere. Order any drink at the bar and take it into the screening!
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The Movies
159 - 163 HaarlemmerdijkThis local art-house cinema has been around since 1912. Some of the screening rooms are a little small
but it makes up for it in atmosphere. Order any drink at the bar and take it into the screening!
With its impressive mix of architectural styles, this is without doubt one of the most beautiful cinemas in the world. If you can, go and see a film in screening
room 1, it will take your breath away.
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Pathé Tuschinski
26-34 ReguliersbreestraatWith its impressive mix of architectural styles, this is without doubt one of the most beautiful cinemas in the world. If you can, go and see a film in screening
room 1, it will take your breath away.
The Paradiso has been dubbed the 'pop temple' of the Netherlands. Since the 60's this converted church has played host to acts such as Pink Floyd
and James Brown.
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Paradiso
6-8 WeteringschansThe Paradiso has been dubbed the 'pop temple' of the Netherlands. Since the 60's this converted church has played host to acts such as Pink Floyd
and James Brown.
This striking building is as impressive from the inside as it is from the outside. It boasts two cinema's, a restaurant and an exhibition space that recently
hosted a David Cronenberg retrospective.
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EYE Film Instituut Nederland
1 IJpromenadeThis striking building is as impressive from the inside as it is from the outside. It boasts two cinema's, a restaurant and an exhibition space that recently
hosted a David Cronenberg retrospective.
The North Sea Jazz club boasts a top-list lineup of jazz and world music bands, check out their website for up to date listings. The adjoining restaurant is also very popular with locals.
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North Sea Jazz Club
1 PazzanistraatThe North Sea Jazz club boasts a top-list lineup of jazz and world music bands, check out their website for up to date listings. The adjoining restaurant is also very popular with locals.
Everything Else
This spa and wellness centre has been around for 30 years and is housed in a gorgeous art-deco building. There are various types of sauna's and relaxation
spaces. They also offer private massages.
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Sauna Deco
115A HerengrachtThis spa and wellness centre has been around for 30 years and is housed in a gorgeous art-deco building. There are various types of sauna's and relaxation
spaces. They also offer private massages.
The OBA is the largest library in the Netherlands. You can browse a huge selection of books, newspapers and magazines. There are also free
computers, Wi-Fi and a great restaurant on the top floor.
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Bibliothèque OBA d'Amsterdam
143 OosterdokskadeThe OBA is the largest library in the Netherlands. You can browse a huge selection of books, newspapers and magazines. There are also free
computers, Wi-Fi and a great restaurant on the top floor.
Katsu is what a coffeeshop should be. The staff is friendly and the cannabis selection is top-notch. They have a welcoming interior with good added
touches like boardgames and a glass vaporizer.
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Katsu Coffeeshop
70 Eerste van der HelststraatKatsu is what a coffeeshop should be. The staff is friendly and the cannabis selection is top-notch. They have a welcoming interior with good added
touches like boardgames and a glass vaporizer.
This is the closest ATM to the flat. It accepts all major debit- and creditcards. The shop next to it is a post office.
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AH Van Limburg Stirumstraat
44 Van Limburg StirumstraatThis is the closest ATM to the flat. It accepts all major debit- and creditcards. The shop next to it is a post office.
For the best price/quality ratio then this little coffeeshop is where you need to go. You are only allowed to buy (so you have to smoke somewhere else) but the canabis they sell is top-knotch.
Coffeeshop Chapiteau
31 Van BoetzelaerstraatFor the best price/quality ratio then this little coffeeshop is where you need to go. You are only allowed to buy (so you have to smoke somewhere else) but the canabis they sell is top-knotch.
One of the nicer coffeeshops in the area. Friendly staff and good quality cannabis.
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Coffeeshop De Republiek
1B Tweede NassaustraatOne of the nicer coffeeshops in the area. Friendly staff and good quality cannabis.