Connor's Best of Amsterdam
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Notable Neighborhoods
Amsterdam-Noord
Amsterdam-Noord, Amsterdam · Amsterdam-Noord · Amsterdam-Noord, Amsterdam, Netherlands
De Wallen
De Wallen, Amsterdam · De Wallen · De Wallen, 1012 Amsterdam, Netherlands
Amsterdam's medieval city center is home to a red-light district, as well as bars & coffee shops.
De Jordaan
Jordaan, Amsterdam · Jordaan · Jordaan, Amsterdam, Netherlands
Trendy neighborhood featuring boutiques, pubs & restaurants, plus several niche museums.
De Pijp
De Pijp, Amsterdam · De Pijp · De Pijp, Amsterdam, Netherlands
De 9 Straatjes
Amsterdam-Centrum, Amsterdam · De 9 Straatjes · Wolvenstraat 9, 1016 EM Amsterdam, Netherlands
Quaint, picturesque canal-district area featuring vintage & designer boutiques, plus cozy cafes.
Parks + Pleins
Museumplein
Amsterdam-Zuid, Amsterdam · Museumplein · Museumplein, 1071 Amsterdam, Netherlands
Leidseplein
Amsterdam-Centrum, Amsterdam · Leidseplein · Leidseplein, 1017 Amsterdam, Netherlands
Dam
Amsterdam-Centrum, Amsterdam · Dam · Dam, 1012 Amsterdam, Netherlands
Main city center square overlooked by a neoclassical palace, 15th-century church & WWII memorial.
Sarphatipark
Amsterdam-Zuid, Amsterdam · Sarphatipark · Sarphatipark 37I, 1073 CP Amsterdam, Netherlands
Compact, English-style garden with ponds & meadows, plus a memorial to the doctor who founded it.
Vondelpark
Amsterdam-Zuid, Amsterdam · Vondelpark · 1071 AA Amsterdam, Netherlands
Expansive, 19th-century urban park with a playground, ponds & an open-air theater.
Sights
Seven Bridges
Particularly special canal/bridge views -- see note
Begijnhof
Amsterdam-Centrum, Amsterdam · Begijnhof · Begijnhof 1, 1012 WS Amsterdam, Netherlands
Former women's religious community, with houses & a serene courtyard dating to the 14th century.
Westerkerk
Amsterdam-Centrum, Amsterdam · Westerkerk · Prinsengracht 279, 1016 DL Amsterdam, Netherlands
A crown-topped spire rises from this Renaissance-era Protestant church where Rembrandt is buried.
Skinny Bridge
Amsterdam-Centrum, Amsterdam · Skinny Bridge · Magere Brug, 1018 EK Amsterdam, Netherlands
A popular historic site, this narrow bridge for pedestrians & cyclists is illuminated at night.
FEBO
Amsterdam-Centrum, Amsterdam · FEBO Amsterdam - Leidsestraat · Leidsestraat 94, 1017 PE Amsterdam, Netherlands
Bloemenmarkt
Amsterdam-Centrum, Amsterdam · Bloemenmarkt · Singel 630, 600 Amsterdam, Netherlands
Homomonument
Amsterdam-Centrum, Amsterdam · Homomonument · Westermarkt, 1016 DW Amsterdam, Netherlands
People persecuted for their homosexuality are memorialized by this public sculpture.
Blue Amsterdam
Amsterdam-Centrum, Amsterdam · Blue Amsterdam · Winkelcentrum Kalverpassage, Singel 457, 1012 WP Amsterdam, Netherlands
Sleek, glass-fronted cafe & bar at the top of a modern shopping complex, for panoramic city views.
Eats
Kessens
Amsterdam-Centrum, Amsterdam · Kessens · Rozengracht 24, 1016 NC Amsterdam, Netherlands
Blue Pepper
Amsterdam-West, Amsterdam · Blue Pepper · Nassaukade 366, 1054 AB Amsterdam, Netherlands
Innovative takes on traditional Indonesian dishes, served in a chic setting with serene blue decor.
Domenica
Amsterdam-Centrum, Amsterdam · Domenica · Noordermarkt 7, 1015 MV Amsterdam, Netherlands
Easygoing restaurant with a stylishly understated ambiance serving creative Italian dishes.
Moods Coffee Corner
Amsterdam-Centrum, Amsterdam · Moods Coffee Corner · Lindengracht 249, 1015 KH Amsterdam, Netherlands
Monte Pelmo
Amsterdam-Centrum, Amsterdam · Monte Pelmo · Tweede Anjeliersdwarsstraat 17, 1015 NR Amsterdam, Netherlands
Artisan gelateria with flavors like hazelnut & pistachio, plus vegan options & fruit sorbet.
The Sandwich Bar
Amsterdam-West, Amsterdam · The Sandwich Bar Nassaukade B.V. · Nassaukade 378 H, 1054 AD Amsterdam, Netherlands
De Japanner
Amsterdam-Zuid, Amsterdam · De Japanner · Albert Cuypstraat 228, 1073 BN Amsterdam, Netherlands
Zoldering
Amsterdam-Centrum, Amsterdam · Zoldering · Utrechtsestraat 141H, 1017 VM Amsterdam, Netherlands
Ron Gastrobar
Amsterdam-Zuid, Amsterdam · Ron Gastrobar · Sophialaan 55, 1075 BP Amsterdam, Netherlands
Buzzing contemporary gastrobar with an open kitchen plating innovative European tapas-style dishes.
Wok to Walk
Amsterdam-Zuid, Amsterdam · Wok to Walk The Restaurant · Eerste van der Helststraat 62A, 1072 NX Amsterdam, Netherlands
Compact counter-serve eatery with made-to-order stir-fries, including vegan & vegetarian options.
STACH
Amsterdam-Centrum, Amsterdam · STACH Food · Nieuwe Spiegelstraat 52, 1017 DG Amsterdam, Netherlands
De Pizzabakkers
Amsterdam-Centrum, Amsterdam · De Pizzabakkers Haarlemmerdijk · Haarlemmerdijk 128 HS, 1013 JJ Amsterdam, Netherlands
Wood-fired pizzas, salads & prosecco cocktails served in a modern rustic-style chain restaurant.
La Perla Pizzeria
Amsterdam-Centrum, Amsterdam · La Perla Pizzeria · Tweede Tuindwarsstraat 53, 1015 RX Amsterdam, Netherlands
Wood-fired pizzas, pasta & salads served in a buzzing, no-frills restaurant with outdoor seating.
van Wonderen Stroopwafels
Amsterdam-Centrum, Amsterdam · van Wonderen Stroopwafels · Kalverstraat 190, 1012 XN Amsterdam, Netherlands
Het Koekemannetje
Amsterdam-Centrum, Amsterdam · Banketbakkerij Het Koekemannetje · Runstraat 3, 1016 GJ Amsterdam, Netherlands
White-chocolate cookies served warm or sold in souvenir tins at a longstanding bakery/confectionery.
SAINT-JEAN Bakery
Amsterdam-Centrum, Amsterdam · SAINT-JEAN Amsterdam · Lindengracht 158h, 1015 KK Amsterdam, Netherlands
Manneken Pis
Amsterdam-Centrum, Amsterdam · Manneken Pis Damrak · Damrak 41, 1012 LK Amsterdam, Netherlands
Foodhallen
Amsterdam-West, Amsterdam · Foodhallen · Hannie Dankbaarpassage 16, 1053 RT Amsterdam, Netherlands
Hip, cavernous space with stalls prepping global foods from burgers & hot dogs to dumplings & tacos.
Moeders
Amsterdam-Centrum, Amsterdam · Moeders · Rozengracht 251, 1016 SX Amsterdam, Netherlands
Photos of mums & antiques line this quirky restaurant with a terrace, serving Dutch classics.
Little Collins
Amsterdam-Zuid, Amsterdam · Little Collins · Eerste Sweelinckstraat 19F, 1073 CL Amsterdam, Netherlands
Box Sociaal
Amsterdam-Centrum, Amsterdam · Box Sociaal Jordaan · Bloemgracht 47, 1016 KD Amsterdam, Netherlands
Bakers & Roasters
Amsterdam-Zuid, Amsterdam · Bakers & Roasters · Eerste Jacob van Campenstraat 54, 1072 BH Amsterdam, Netherlands
Bright, modern cafe for brunch, homemade baked goods & specialty coffee, plus cocktails & beers.
Bakkerij Wolf
Amsterdam-Centrum, Amsterdam · Bakkerij Wolf - Wolvenstraat · Wolvenstraat 22, 1016 EP Amsterdam, Netherlands
Scandinavian Embassy
Amsterdam-Zuid, Amsterdam · Scandinavian Embassy. · Sarphatipark 34, 1072 PB Amsterdam, Netherlands
Scandinavian-style breakfast, lunch & specialty coffee served in a minimal, rustic space.
Monks
Amsterdam-West, Amsterdam · Monks Coffee Roasters. · Bilderdijkstraat 46H, 1052 NB Amsterdam, Netherlands
Winkel 43
Amsterdam-Centrum, Amsterdam · Winkel 43 · Noordermarkt 43, 1015 NA Amsterdam, Netherlands
Known for its apple pie, this lively cafe/bar serves hearty European snacks, lunches and dinners.
Coffee
Haku
Amsterdam-Centrum, Amsterdam · Haku Specialty Coffee · Rozengracht 69, 1016 LT Amsterdam, Netherlands
Cafecito
Amsterdam-Zuid, Amsterdam · Cafecito · Van Baerlestraat 83, 1071 AS Amsterdam, Netherlands
Juice Brothers
Amsterdam-Centrum, Amsterdam · Juice Brothers · Herengracht 245A, 1016 BH Amsterdam, Netherlands
YUSU
Amsterdam-Oost, Amsterdam · YUSU · Andreas Bonnstraat 2, 1091 AX Amsterdam, Netherlands
Luuk's Coffee
Amsterdam-Centrum, Amsterdam · Luuk's Coffee Vijzelgracht · Vijzelgracht 49, 1017 HP Amsterdam, Netherlands
Espressofabriek
Amsterdam-West, Amsterdam · Espressofabriek · Pazzanistraat 39, 1014 DB Amsterdam, Netherlands
De Koffieschenkerij
Amsterdam-Centrum, Amsterdam · De Koffieschenkerij · Oudekerksplein 27, 1012 GX Amsterdam, Netherlands
Coffee & cakes in a former church compound, with a compact wood-lined interior & garden terrace.
Back to Black
Amsterdam-Centrum, Amsterdam · Back to Black · Weteringstraat 48, 1017 RN Amsterdam, Netherlands
Koffie Academie
Amsterdam-West, Amsterdam · Koffie Academie · Overtoom 95, 1054 HD Amsterdam, Netherlands
Bocca Coffee
Amsterdam-Centrum, Amsterdam · Bocca Coffee · Kerkstraat 96H, 1017 GP Amsterdam, Netherlands
Lot Sixty One
Amsterdam-West, Amsterdam · Lot Sixty One Coffee Roasters · Kinkerstraat 112, 1053 ED Amsterdam, Netherlands
House-roasted coffee & baked goods served in a cool, relaxed space with rustic woods & subway tiles.
Coffee & Coconuts
Amsterdam-Zuid, Amsterdam · Coffee & Coconuts · Ceintuurbaan 282, 1072 GK Amsterdam, Netherlands
Craft coffee, fresh coconut juice & an eclectic menu served in an airy space with beach-shack vibes.
Toki
Amsterdam-Centrum, Amsterdam · Toki · Binnen Dommersstraat 15, 1013 HK Amsterdam, Netherlands
Chill coffee shop with an industrial feel serving specialty coffee, baked goods & brunch offerings.
Activities
The Concertgebouw
Amsterdam-Zuid, Amsterdam · The Concertgebouw · Concertgebouwplein 10, 1071 BB Amsterdam, Netherlands
Landmark 19th-century concert hall with renowned acoustics for orchestral, chamber & pop music.
Those Dam Boat Guys
Amsterdam-Centrum, Amsterdam · Those Dam Boat Guys · Prinsenstraat 13H, 1015 DA Amsterdam, Netherlands
Albert Cuyp Market
Amsterdam-Zuid, Amsterdam · Albert Cuyp Market · Albert Cuypstraat 101, 1072 VV Amsterdam, Netherlands
Museums
Museum of the Canals
Amsterdam-Centrum, Amsterdam · Museum of the Canals · Herengracht 386, 1016 CJ Amsterdam, Netherlands
History of Amsterdam's canals through films & audio & interactive exhibits in a waterside museum.
Museum Van Loon
Amsterdam-Centrum, Amsterdam · Museum Van Loon · Keizersgracht 672, 1017 ET Amsterdam, Netherlands
Fine canal-house museum with a varied collection of paintings, furniture, silver and porcelain.
Anne Frank Huis
Amsterdam-Centrum, Amsterdam · Anne Frank Huis · Westermarkt 20, 1016 GV Amsterdam, Netherlands
Museum house where Anne Frank & her family hid from the Nazis in a secret annex, during WWII.
Eye Filmmuseum
Amsterdam-Noord, Amsterdam · Eye Filmmuseum · IJpromenade 1, 1031 KT Amsterdam, Netherlands
Huge collection of Dutch & foreign movies & film posters in contemporary, waterside culture center.
Stedelijk
Amsterdam-Zuid, Amsterdam · Stedelijk Museum · Museumplein 10, 1071 DJ Amsterdam, Netherlands
Contemporary museum with appearance of large bathtub, showing international, modern art & design.
Rijksmuseum
Amsterdam-Zuid, Amsterdam · Rijksmuseum · Museumstraat 1, 1071 XX Amsterdam, Netherlands
19th-century building housing Dutch Golden Age painting masterpieces & vast European art collection.
Drinks
Tales & Spirits
Amsterdam-Centrum, Amsterdam · Tales & Spirits · Lijnbaanssteeg 5-7, 1012 TE Amsterdam, Netherlands
Pulitzer's Bar
Amsterdam-Centrum, Amsterdam · Pulitzer's Bar · Prinsengracht 323, 1016 DZ Amsterdam, Netherlands
Glam hotel bar with old-world decor, serving custom-made, artisanal cocktails & upscale bites.
Vesper
Amsterdam-Centrum, Amsterdam · Vesper · Vinkenstraat 57, 1013 JM Amsterdam, Netherlands
Elegant cocktail bar lined with James Bond memorabilia for creative drinks & mixology workshops.
Door 74
Amsterdam-Centrum, Amsterdam · Door 74 · Reguliersdwarsstraat 74, 1017 BN Amsterdam, Netherlands
Dark wood & Art Deco accents adorn this Prohibition era-style bar for classic & creative cocktails.
Waterkant
Amsterdam-Centrum, Amsterdam · Waterkant · Marnixstraat 246, 1016 TL Amsterdam, Netherlands
Modern canalside bar & eatery with Dutch & Surinamese fare, a wide choice of beer & outdoor seating.
Coffeeshops
Green House / Cookies
Amsterdam-Centrum, Amsterdam · Green House United · Haarlemmerstraat 64, 1013 ET Amsterdam, Netherlands
The Bulldog Palace
Amsterdam-Centrum, Amsterdam · The Bulldog Palace · Leidseplein 15, 1017 PS Amsterdam, Netherlands
Funky coffeeshop & cocktail bar with a large heated patio, housed in a former police station.
Easy Times
Amsterdam-Centrum, Amsterdam · Easy Times Prinsengracht · Prinsengracht 476, 1017 KG Amsterdam, Netherlands
Katsu
Amsterdam-Zuid, Amsterdam · Katsu Coffeeshop · Eerste van der Helststraat 70, 1072 NZ Amsterdam, Netherlands
Cozy coffee shop hung with local art works, serving hot drinks & juices, plus games & TV sports.
Kadinsky
Amsterdam-Centrum, Amsterdam · Kadinsky Coffeeshop Amsterdam - Zoutsteeg · Zoutsteeg 14, 1012 LX Amsterdam, Netherlands
Abraxas
Amsterdam-Centrum, Amsterdam · Abraxas · Jonge Roelensteeg 12-14, 1012 PL Amsterdam, Netherlands
