ABOUT AMSTERDAM
Amsterdam, the capital of the Netherlands. Known for its canals, the characteristic architectural houses, the historical attractions such as the Anne Frank house and of course the coffee shops.
WHAT TO DO IN AMSTERDAM
From Schiphol Airport, trains go to multiple train stations around the city. It really depends on where you need to be but Amsterdam Central station is located at the beginning of the bustling city centre. From there, you can take the metro, tram or ferry. A very useful app is '9292’, this app gives you the best route to your destination. The best time to visit Amsterdam is during the summer, from May till September. During the other months, it can rain a lot and it can be very cold.
Vondelpark
Go to one of Amsterdams beautiful parks
The most famous park in Amsterdam is the Vondelpark. It is located in the centre of the city and always gets quite busy. People go here to lay down and have drinks with their friends, do sports or play games.
Rent a boat and sail through Amsterdams’ canals
This is actually the best way to explore Amsterdam! Following the waterways, you can see a lot of hotspots from the boat. You can book a tour with one of the canal cruises (close to Amsterdam Central), or you can rent a boat yourself.
Rijksmuseum
Visit one of the museums
If you are into art, you should definitely visit the Museum Quarter. The Amsterdam Museum Quarter is home to the three most important museums in the Netherlands: the Rijksmuseum, the Stedelijk Museum and the Van Gogh Museum.
If you are more into a historical museums, the Anne Frank house is a very fascinating place. This museum tells a story of a 14 year old girl who was in hiding during the second world war. This museum is very special because the building is the actual house where Anne and her family were hiding.
Go for a city tour
No, not one of those boring ones where you hear information about the city through a headset. De ‘Stadswandeling 020’ is a concept where you walk through Amsterdam and make several stops at local hotspots for an (alcoholic) drink and a small bite. De Stadswandeling 020 organizes several unique walks through various districts of Amsterdam and offers you the best deals!
The ‘Zuidas’, the business center of Amsterdam
Where to eat & drink in Amsterdam
De Tulp
A restaurant with a funky colorful interior in district 'The Pijp'. This is one of the best places to enjoy a shared dining and some nice cocktails. This is a very popular place so make sure to have a reservation.
Pllek
To reach this restaurant, you need to take a (free) ferry from Amsterdam Central station but it is totally worth it! Pllek mostly serves organic food, prepared with seasonal vegetables & regional products. The outdoor terrace is located next to the IJ lake, so especially in the summer this is a very nice place to chill.
Foodhallen
The Foodhallen are located in Amsterdam West. It is home to a wide range of high-quality concepts and a household name for foodlovers. The same concept applies as mercado San Miguel, which can be seen on the Madrid page. You can order small sizes of different food and taste different flavors from all over the world. It is a very bruising place where you can stay all day if you want.
Vegan Junkfood Bar
The name says it all. At the Vegan Junkfood Bar, you’ll taste the most creative ways of plant based food served as ‘junkfood’, in a healthy way. This place is covered with street art and looks straight out of a movie scene. It is great to grab a snack and hang around for while. It is also very close to de Tulp, so you could even combine the two.
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