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Unique things to do in Amsterdam🚲🌷🛥️🌍🏛️🌉🌳

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Amsterdam is a city where history, culture, and innovation seamlessly blend together—whether you're cycling along its iconic canals, exploring world-class museums, or savoring its vibrant atmosphere, there's always something new and inspiring to disc...
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Here are some of my top destinations in Amsterdam that I absolutely adore and recommend! Known for its picturesque canals, vibrant culture, and rich history, Amsterdam is a city that blends tradition and modernity in the most charming way. From the w...

 
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Experience the magic of the Amsterdam Light Festival on an electric boat cruise with (optional) beer, wine, glühwein, hot chocolate, soda, and a welcome snack. Embark on a journey of wonder and illumination while nestled under warm blankets. Learn ab...
Amsterdam: Light Festival Boat with Unlimited Drinks Option
 
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Visit Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam, and Marken on a guided bus tour from Amsterdam. Admire the famous windmills of Zaanse Schans, watch a clog-making demonstration, and taste Edam and Gouda cheese. Depart Amsterdam by luxury coach on this exciting t...
Amsterdam: Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam & Marken Bus Tour
 
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As one of Amsterdam's most popular attractions, the Van Gogh Museum attracts over a million visitors each year. With this ticket, discover over 200 paintings, 500 drawings and more than 750 letters from Van Gogh at your own pace. Access a wide range ...
Amsterdam: Van Gogh Museum Ticket
 
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Enjoy the picturesque Dutch countryside on a day trip by comfortable coach. See the famous windmills and learn about traditional Dutch crafts. Enjoy free WiFi on board the coach during the journey. Discover the unique village of Zaanse Schans. Take a...
From Amsterdam: Zaanse Schans, Volendam, and Marken Day Trip
 
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1867 was a good year for beer. It was the year Gerard Adriaan Heineken built a new brewery in the heart of Amsterdam. In the bustling heart of the old brewery, you can immerse yourself in the world of Heineken beer. On a 1.5-hour self-guided tour, yo...
Amsterdam: Heineken Experience Ticket
 
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Learn more about Anne Frank on a small-group or private guided walking tour of Amsterdam led by an expert guide. Discover the city’s centuries-old Jewish Quarter in a small group as your guide shares anecdotes about Anne Frank’s life and World War II...
Amsterdam: Life of Anne Frank and World War II Walking Tour
 
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Step into a cozy space in the charming heart of Amsterdam and let the aroma of caramel and freshly baked dough envelop you, setting the stage for a truly authentic Dutch experience. Begin your workshop with an introduction from your instructor, who w...
Amsterdam: Traditional Dutch Syrup Waffle Making Workshop
 
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Discover how and why Amsterdam developed its reputation for being liberal about sex and drugs on a Red Light District tour. Learn about the neighborhood from a local’s perspective and discover the locations of several coffee shops, including Amsterda...
Amsterdam Red Light District & Coffee Shop Tour
 
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Embark on a cruise through Amsterdam’s unique canal district, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy the opportunity to take in many of the historic attractions in the city center. Depart from Central Station and discover the city’s historic buildings a...
Amsterdam: City Centre Canal Cruise
 
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Experience AMAZE: an immersive journey through various interactive rooms filled with lights, lasers, sound, smoke, media art and special effects. This journey will help you reconnect with your inner self, escape reality and explore interactive spaces...
Amsterdam: AMAZE Immersive Audiovisual Experience Ticket
 
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Speak in an upside-down world and see the Netherlands in a new, contemporary way. With 25 immersive settings, you have the chance to create the most amazing upside-down social media content. Grab your friends and dive into a Dutch ice bath, or ride t...
Amsterdam: The Upside Down Museum Entrance Ticket
 
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Experience the excitement of the Johan Cruijff ArenA on this tour. During the tour, go at your own pace to explore the stadium and meet guides along the way who will provide you with information about exclusive areas of the stadium. Or you can enjoy ...
Amsterdam: Johan Cruijff ArenA Tour with Optional Guide
 
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Play a 45-minute round of 12-hole glow-in-the-dark minigolf in Amsterdam. Step onto a pirate and villain themed course and discover how much fun it is to play golf under ultraviolet light. Experience an afternoon in a maritime-themed world divided in...
Amsterdam: 12-Hole Glow-in-the-Dark Mini-Golf Experience
 
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Enjoy a refreshing drink at minus 10 degrees Celsius at Amsterdam’s Icebar, the city’s coolest drinking spot, with these entrance tickets. Get winter gear, a welcome cocktail, and 2 drinks of your choice during your visit. After exchanging your vouch...
Amsterdam: Icebar Entry Ticket with 3 Drinks
 
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Claw machines, karaoke booths, a thousand disco balls and the largest ball pit in Europe? Check, check, check. WONDR has all the ingredients for an unforgettable day full of joy and laughter with friends and family! Take a break from adult life and u...
Amsterdam: WONDR Immersive Playground Experience Ticket
 
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Shine among the stars with this ticket to Madame Tussauds in the heart of Amsterdam. Have a cup of coffee with George Clooney, take pictures with members of the Dutch royal family and take up your brush alongside world-famous artists such as Van Gogh...
Amsterdam: Madame Tussauds Ticket
 
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A'DAM LOOKOUT is an observation deck with an unparalleled panoramic view of Amsterdam. See the historic city center, its lively harbor and the unique landscape of the Dutch polders. Observe the famous canals that are part of the UNESCO World Heritage...
Amsterdam: A'DAM Lookout Entry Ticket with Burger
 
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Make the most of your time in Amsterdam by taking a trip to the innovative Fabrique des Lumières, an immersive digital art center located in Westergas Park. With your timed entry ticket, discover stunning masterpieces by classic and modern artists in...
Amsterdam: Fabrique des Lumières Dutch Masters Ticket
 
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Step into a world of oddities and bizarreness at Ripley's Amsterdam. Meet Guinness World Records holders and hear stories about rare art pieces collected by the curious explorer and world traveler, Robert Ripley. Stand next to the tallest man to ever...
Amsterdam's Weirdest Museum: Believe It or Not!
 
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The oldest zoo in the Netherlands and the fifth in the world, in the center of Amsterdam. Discover the new lion enclosure. Be amazed by the many species living side by side in the Forest House and the Bird House. Stroll through the historic city park...
Amsterdam: ARTIS Amsterdam Royal Zoo Entry Ticket
 
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Immerse yourself in the beauty of Keukenhof, the world’s most stunning spring garden. Join our convenient round-trip shuttle bus from Amsterdam and embark on a journey to this floral paradise. As you board the comfortable shuttle bus, leave the hustl...
Amsterdam: Keukenhof Ticket and Roundtrip Shuttle Transfer
 
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This winter, we’re continuing our award-winning experience, making it even more special by combining the highlights of the season with a touch of authentic Amsterdam charm. While the Festival of Lights is undoubtedly a stunning spectacle, Amsterdam h...
Amsterdam Small-Group Winter Cruise Including Snacks/Drinks
 
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Amsterdam Dungeon is a unique thrill ride that will transport you back to the Netherlands' most dangerous past. See, hear, feel and (ahem) smell the terrifyingly funny characters of the "bad times" come to life before your eyes. Will you be lost in f...
Amsterdam: Amsterdam Dungeon Entrance Ticket
 
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Experience the entertainment that once required you to catch a plane to VEGAS, a full evening in Amsterdam. Indulge all your senses during a show full of illusions, singers, musicians and more, while enjoying a 12-course 3-course menu. Upon arrival a...
Amsterdam: VEGAS Dinner Show with 3-Course Sharing Menu
 
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Board an air-conditioned coach and travel through typical Dutch scenery for 1.5 hours on your way to the picturesque town of Giethoorn. Upon arrival, experience how the Dutch live with and on the water, and set out to explore on foot and by boat. Enj...
Amsterdam: Giethoorn Day Trip with Boat Tour
 
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Explore how happiness influences the health of the human body and discover answers to other mysteries of human life at Amsterdam's Body Worlds: The Happiness Project. This fascinating new exhibition by Dr. Gunther von Hagens, located in the Damrak ce...
Body Worlds Amsterdam: The Happiness Project Ticket
 
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Immerse yourself in the world of marijuana and emerge with a deeper understanding of the plant and all its benefits with admission tickets to the Cannabis Museum in Amsterdam. Participate in a hands-on learning experience.
Amsterdam: Cannabis Museum Entry Ticket
 
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Visit the Amsterdam Resistance Museum for World War II and learn about one of the darkest periods in Dutch history. The exhibition covers all forms of resistance: strikes, document forgery, helping people hide, underground newspapers, escape routes, ...
Amsterdam: Dutch WWII Resistance Museum Entry Ticket
 
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Located in the heart of Amsterdam, Hard Rock Cafe offers fantastic dining opportunities in an electrifying atmosphere of priceless rock n' roll memorabilia. Skip the line, sign up for priority seating and eat and drink in the restaurant or at the wat...
Amsterdam: Hard Rock Cafe Experience
 
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Enjoy the festive atmosphere of the Gouda Ice Rink, located around the historic town hall. Skate endless laps, slide on the ice and drink a warm chocolate milk at the cozy Koek & Zopie. On Friday evenings, join the ice disco. Or, come to the GIJS...
Gouda: beautiful ice-skating in city centre
 
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Take a city tour to see the most exceptional and beautiful places in Rotterdam, followed by a thrilling splash - a spectacular dive into the Maas River. Suddenly, the bus transforms into a seagoing ship, sailing down the river with spectacular views ...
Rotterdam: 1-Hour Sightseeing Splash Tour
 
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Step into a cheese tasting room in Amsterdam and sample a variety of cheeses with complimentary wines. Learn what it takes to become a master cheese taster and discover how cheese is made in the Netherlands. Sample Old Amsterdam cheese from the histo...
Amsterdam: Dutch Cheese Tasting Experience with Wine
 
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Henri Willig was born and raised in Katwoude, a small village at the foot of a dike between lush green meadows; a picture postcard example of exactly what the Netherlands should look like! Henri and his wife Riet took over the farm in 1974 and have b...
Amsterdam: Henri Willig Cheese Tasting Experience

Where to stay

 
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This new 5-star luxury hotel is located in a monumental building, the former city hall and archive of the Amstel community. The hotel is located next to the Albert Cuypmarkt and offers a variety of facilities, including a restaurant, a fully equipped...
Pestana Amsterdam Riverside, Amsterdam, Olanda
 
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Hotel Pagi is located opposite the Spui tram stop in the centre of Amsterdam, just a 5-minute walk from Dam Square and a 15-minute walk from Central Station. The reception is open 24 hours a day. All brightly decorated rooms at Hotel Pagi were renova...
Hotel Pagi, Amsterdam, Olanda
 
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XO Hotels Park West enjoys a prime location in the Sloterdijk district of Amsterdam, 3.6 km from Anne Frank House, 4.1 km from Royal Palace Amsterdam and 4.2 km from Amsterdam Central Station. This 4-star hotel offers a shared lounge and air-conditio...
XO Hotels Park West, Amsterdam, Olanda
 
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Holiday Inn Express Amsterdam - North Riverside, an IHG Hotel is located in Amsterdam, 1.7 km from A'DAM Lookout, and features a shared lounge, a terrace, a bar and private parking. The property is around 4.6 km from Dutch National Opera & Ballet...
Holiday Inn Express Amsterdam - North Riverside, an IHG Hotel, Amsterdam, Olanda
 
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Located in Amsterdam, just 1 km from Amsterdam Arena, Hotel Ozo features a restaurant and a free fitness centre. This 4-star hotel offers free WiFi, air-conditioned rooms with a flat-screen satellite TV, and a garden. The modern rooms feature parquet...
OZO Hotels Arena Amsterdam, Amsterdam, Olanda
 
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Amadi Panorama Hotel is located on the upper floors of a building in the IJburgm district of Amsterdam-Oost. Free WiFi access is available. The property offers views of the IJ and the city centre of Amsterdam. During the day, guests can enjoy free co...
Amadi Panorama Hotel, Amsterdam, Olanda
 
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The 3-star Park Hotel Plantage is located in the greenest area of ​​Amsterdam city centre. Rembrandtplein, Artis Zoo and the University of Amsterdam are within walking distance. The Artis tram stop offers quick access to Amsterdam Central Station via...
Hotel Park Plantage, Amsterdam, Olanda
 
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Located in Amsterdam, a 14-minute walk from A'DAM Lookout, Bunk Hotel Amsterdam features a terrace, bar and private parking. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk and a concierge service, along with free WiFi th...
Bunk Hotel Amsterdam, Amsterdam, Olanda
 
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Hotel2Stay is located in Amsterdam and offers a sauna and a fitness centre. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. All studios include a fully equipped kitchen, a TV and a private bathroom with a shower. The property offers a bicycle rental ...
Hotel2Stay, Amsterdam, Olanda
 
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Tribe Amsterdam City is located in Amsterdam, 3.7 km from A'DAM Lookout, and features a fitness centre, a shared lounge, a bar and private parking. This 4-star hotel offers free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage space. The hotel is 5.7 k...
Tribe Amsterdam City, Amsterdam, Olanda

Where to eat

 
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Experience an unforgettable dining adventure at Black and Blue in Amsterdam. Nestled in the heart of the city center, this top-rated restaurant serves the finest local dishes with a gourmet twist. Savour succulent steaks, fresh lobster, and a variety...
BLACK AND BLUE RESTAURANT, Amsterdam - Centrum - Menu, Prices, Restaurant Reviews & Reservations - Tripadvisor
 
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A-Fusion immediately captivates diners with its vibrant atmosphere. On the menu is an appealingly exotic blend of Chinese, Japanese, Thai and Korean flavors. On entering, you will see sushi being made to order, and as you head further in you will not...
A-Fusion - Amsterdam - Un restaurant du guide MICHELIN
 
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With its Banksy-style frescoes, trendy, intimate interior and delightfully relaxed ambience, Bar BAUT is a must in Amsterdam, where guests can choose from the enticing à la carte featuring international ingredients cooked in contemporary style. Enjoy...
Bar BAUT - Amsterdam - Un restaurant du guide MICHELIN
 
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Oriole is a haven of calm in the bustling city center. The upscale bistro decor is alluring – the bar is terrific – though a spot on the verdant terrace is really the place to be. This is quite the hidden gem! The contemporary take on Mediterranean f...
Oriole - Amsterdam - Un restaurant du guide MICHELIN
 
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Top Portuguese chef Henrique Sá Pessoa is the creator of the enticing sharing menu at this trendy, cosmopolitan establishment. Traditional, home-style dishes such as prawns ao alhinho are expertly given a modern twist, perhaps even a little Asian fin...
Arca - Amsterdam - Un restaurant du guide MICHELIN
 
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Marie possesses that charm typical of the South of France. The brasserie decor exudes luxury, but the terrace overlooking the boats and bridges is where everyone wants a table. This tranquil oasis in the heart of the city is enhanced by the Mediterra...
Marie - Amsterdam - Un restaurant du guide MICHELIN
 
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With statues of Chinese warlords Guan Yu, Liu Bei and Zhang Fei, pagoda motifs and wooden Chinoiserie everywhere you turn, the level of detail in the decor of this floating restaurant is extraordinary. You may be just a stone's throw from Centraal St...
Sea Palace - Amsterdam - Un restaurant du guide MICHELIN
 
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Niek and Paul Hartering share a love of ingredients. This cheerful venue offers a short menu, which changes regularly, as the fusion cuisine depends on the ingredients at their best on the day. Flavors don't bind.
Gebr. Hartering - Amsterdam - Un restaurant du guide MICHELIN
 
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Oud-Zuid is a restaurant that is full of character. Take a seat inside to admire the trendy brasserie-style decor or sit out on the pleasant pavement terrace where you can enjoy the vibe of this neighborhood. The chef puts a modern spin on tradition ...
Oud-Zuid - Amsterdam - Un restaurant du guide MICHELIN
 
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Diga is a trendy and intimate restaurant where colorful details brighten up the dark interior – it's worth asking for a place at the back of the restaurant where you can see the kitchen and the impressive wine cabinet. Subtle influences from all over...
Diga - Haarlem - Un restaurant du guide MICHELIN
 
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This upscale brasserie in what was once a waiting room of KAS Bank exudes the captivating charm of the Belle Époque. Features such as dark marble, impressive chandeliers, antique clocks and stunning stained-glass windows create an intimate setting. T...
THE DUCHESS - Amsterdam - Un restaurant du guide MICHELIN
 
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Run by Richard van Oostenbrugge and Thomas Groot, the renowned duo behind Restaurant 212, this is a bistro of the old school. As you enter this charming, lively place in the bustling Utrechtsestraat, you receive a warm welcome from the chefs, and del...
De Juwelier - Amsterdam - Un restaurant du guide MICHELIN
 
BELLO GIO'S BY THE RIVER, Amsterdam - Restaurant Reviews, Photos & Phone Number - Tripadvisor
 
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Het beste adres van Amsterdam voor steaks! Geïnspireerd door de traditie van de typische New Yorkse steakhouses, serveert Midtown Grill de beste USDA-gecertificeerde steaks, onweerstaanbare klassiekers en een uitgebreide selectie wijnen van wereldkla...
MIDTOWN GRILL, Amsterdam - Oud West - Menu, Prices, Restaurant Reviews & Reservations - Tripadvisor
 
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Welkom bij Beers & Barrels. Met maar liefst 78 verschillende bieren, taptafels en heerlijke gerechten is Beers & Barrels the place to be. Geniet van onze Dry Age specials of andere gerechten die bereid worden op de Josper grill. Neem samen me...
BEERS & BARRELS AMSTERDAM - Menu, Prices & Restaurant Reviews - Tripadvisor
 
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Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten free options
CAFE-RESTAURANT DE PLANTAGE, Amsterdam - Centrum - Restaurant Reviews, Photos & Phone Number - Tripadvisor
 
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Our location on the Van Baerlestraat is right next to the Amsterdam shopping street, the P.C. Hooftstraat. Take a break from shopping and enjoy a bite or one of our fish or seafood dishes on our terrace.
THE SEAFOOD BAR, Amsterdam - Van Baerlestraat 5H, Museum Quarter (Museumkwartier) - Menu & Prices - Tripadvisor