Amsterdam Must Do
I lived in Amsterdam for 5.5 years. This is an amazing city to explore! I've put together my list of recommendations for anyone passing thru.
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Places to Eat & Drink
Amsterdam
Great cocktails and great food in de Pijp.
Super nice place for drinks and snacks on the water - very centrally located
They have a few locations but if you are looking for the best burger in the city, this is the place to go!
Asian fusion, great location, in the ring. Great food and cocktails.
Very central location - great for afternoon drinks and happy hour. Good bar snacks too!
Just as amazing as it was in NYC in Sex and the City - this Amsterdam location offers the same signature cocktails and menu.
Limited menu - lobster or steak - but they do it so so well! Very small spot with limited seating. I take all my friends and family here when they are in town and they all love it!
You would never know that this place is vegan. Absolutely the best vegan place for all the comfort food.
Very instagram-able and the food is delicious! All dishes are around avocado's - as the name implies) - highly recommend this place for breakfast/lunch
One of my favorite places to take friends and family when they are in town. Head here to try all of the Dutch snacks as well as traditional goodies as well
Things to see & do
One of many of the best museums in the city and the largest
One of my favorite artists - this museum doesn't disappoint!
I've done this with friends and family many many times - you see a different side to Amsterdam by boat!
Absolutely worth the wait but also worth buying tickets before you arrive in Amsterdam so that you are not wasting time in line
Worth a day trip outside of Amsterdam - see the windmills, learn how the clogs and cheese are made
Worth it to see where and how the beer is made but also check out the Heineken ponies
The biggest department store in Amsterdam - can be compared to the Barney's of the Netherlands
If you are in the Netherlands in the spring time, you MUST visit the world famous tulip gardens.
Located only about 30 minutes outside Amsterdam by train, this quaint city is a great day trip or overnight stay. Checking out the food scene is always a great way to get to know a city.
My brother and I checked this out - take a free ferry from central station to check this out and see incredible views of the city from this famous swing.
For all my fashion girlies!!
One of my most favorite artists! This is one of the best places to see his work.
Places to Stay
Stylish hotel next to the airport - great for short layovers but also only a 20 minute drive into city center
Super chic hotel located on the canals - prime location and very cool place to stay
One of the chicest hotels in Amsterdam - enjoy luxury and comfort in this city center location
This 5 star hotel is in a prime location and is where all celebs stay when coming thru town.
Located in Utrecht, 30 minutes outside Amsterdam by train, this city is worth a day trip or a weekend visit.
Connected to the airport - great hotel option for long layovers and overnights. Amsterdam city center is only 20 minutes away for some exploring during shorter stays