Information for: Amsterdam
Best known for the many cannabis coffee shops and the famous Red Light District, Amsterdam is a world-class city just begging to be explored, which can be done easily on foot or by bike. This amazing city is dotted with canals and bridges. The locals are famously friendly and most speak English, so don’t be afraid to strike up a chat over coffee.
Hotels located in: Amsterdam
The Dylan
Smart and trendy, this hotel was formerly known as Blake’s. The Dylan is stylish and intimate and enjoys a good location right in the heart of things. Offering a high-end French dining restaurant called Vinkeles.
Keizersgracht 384Tel No: +31 20 530 2010
Seven One Seven
As traditional and haute-luxury as they come, this fabulously located city centre hotel only has 8 suites so expect loads of personal attention. Discreet elegant and expensive this is a great choice if luxury and privacy are your main concerns.
Prinsengracht 717Tel No: +31 20 427 0717
InterContinental Amstel Amsterdam
Breath taking, grand hotel in a slightly out of the way location – 10 minutes from the city centre making it a great choice if you’re looking for something a bit quieter. With a 2 Michelin Star restaurant on site, it is popular with celebrities and Royalty and consequently has rates to match!
Professor Tulpplein 1Tel No: +31 20 622 6060
The College Hotel
Elegantly designed 4-star boutique hotel, which is situated in the heart of Amsterdam close to the museum areas. Stylish both inside and out, things are a bit different here as it’s run by Amsterdam’s Hotel Academy. Not too expensive though, so all-in-all a good choice.
Roelof Hartstraat 1Tel No: +31 20 571 1511
Hotel Pulitzer
A block of 25 restored 17th and 18th century canal houses, converted into a very attractive and deluxe 5-star hotel. Located in the middle of the old city centre, in one of the chicest neighbourhoods. Breakfast lunch and dinner are served in restaurant Keizersgracht 238, where you can enjoy grilled specialties and tastes from around [...]
Prinsengracht 315-331Tel No: +31 20 523 5235
Culture & Entertainment Located in: Amsterdam
Supperclub
Hip restaurant and lounge with a design bar below, this is one of the sexiest haunts in town (and elsewhere in the World). A truely unique experience which you should embrace with both hands – if this thought scares you, then you’re probably not ready for this! With a great atmosphere you can expect something [...]
Jonge Roelensteeg 21Tel No: +31 20 344 6400
Nomads
Opulent decadence – this cool bar and restaurant is decked out like an Sultan’s Palace. It boasts a great central location with loads of options nearby. Attracting a trendy clientele, this bar is OTT and very different to say the least, but it is very popular. You will be greeted by the host or hostess [...]
Rozengracht 133Tel No: +31 20 344 6401
In de Wildeman
Popular tasting house with around 200 international beers. It is situated in a former city distillery. Drawing in a diverse clientele, this bar is friendly and has an authentic atmosphere. Great for a more relaxed catch-up with friends.
Kolksteeg 3Amsterdam
Tel No: +31 20 638 2348
Hotel Arena
A cool trendy and history-laden hotel bar named TODRINK, which includes the hotel’s hip nightclub appropriately called TONIGHT. The bar is ideal as a pre-club venue wherever you’re heading next and is attended by an attractive and fun-loving crowd.
's-Gravesandestraat 51Tel No: +31 20 850 2400
Absinthe Bar
Popular city bar in a great city centre location – but also quite close to the Red Light District – which attracts a mixed but hip clientele. Although absinthe is the drink de jour rest assured that there are plenty of other drinks available too!
Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal 171Tel No: +31 20 623 4413
Bubbles & Wines
Amsterdam has its fair share of bars and pubs but there are just a chosen few where you can get a decent glass of wine and Bubbles & Wine is one of them. Located just a short stroll from Amsterdam’s Dam Square. A nitrogen storage system prevents oxygen from compromising the integrity of opened wines [...]
Nes 37Amsterdam
Tel No: +31 20 422 3318
Restaurants Located in: Amsterdam
Ciel Bleu Restaurant
Ciel Bleu is as upmarket as it comes, situated in the Hotel Okura and boasting 2 Michelin stars – the only one in Amsterdam to have this. With some outstanding panoramic views across the city from the 23rd floor. Haute cuisine doesn’t come much higher than this!
Hotel Okura - 23rd FloorFerdinand Bolstraat 333
Tel No: +31 20 678 7450
Restaurant de Silveren Spiegel
Upmarket and innovative Dutch cuisine is served in this elegant restaurant, which enjoys a great location in the city centre. Outdoor dining is available when the weather is fine and the relaxed ambience at the ‘Silver Mirror’ makes for a perfect evening.
Kattengat 4-6Tel No: +31 20 624 6589
Dynasty
Popular Asian restaurant in the central canal ring. Serving a mainly Chinese menu but also has Thai, Vietnamese, Malay and Filipino dishes. In the summer you can enjoy dining in the garden which is a pleasant way to spend an evening. Not the cheapest restaurant in the city but not the most expensive either this [...]
Reguliersdwarsstraat 30Tel No: +31 20 626 8400
Toscanini Italian Restaurant
Perennially popular Italian restaurant which has a location in the Western Canal Ring. Spacious bright and open make sure you book in advance!
Lindengracht 75Tel No: +31 20 623 2813
Visaandeschelde
Smart and striking with a slightly dramatic layout, this is a fashionable restaurant with a flair for seafood. Set in a southern city location the restaurant is popular with both locals and business travellers.
Scheldeplein 4Tel No: +31 20 675 1583
Molly Malone’s
Traditional Irish restaurant and bar which is situated in the Red Light District. Serving all the Irish and British menu favourites you’d expect. It’s nothing fancy but it is fun, relaxed and great for a more casual night out.
Oudezijds Kolk 9Tel No: +31 20 624 1150
Sporting/Leisure/Beauty Located in: Amsterdam
Waterlooplein Flea Market
Waterlooplein Flea market is a big bazaar which is best for stalls, second-hand clothing and general bric-a-brac. The oldest (and arguably the most interesting market in town), Waterlooplein is a favourite with young people buying funky t-shirts, ex-military uniforms, Che Guevara posters, cheap spray paints, ethnic items or even getting a tattoo! Once you’re done [...]
Waterlooplein
Nieuwedijk-Kalverstraat
Nieuwedijk-Kalverstraat is a pedestrianised area of about 1km which is just full of shops selling everything from clothing to sportswear, music and gift shops, all within that special Amsterdam vibe.
Amsterdam
The Kalverstraat
Located directly across from the Nieuwedijk-Kalverstraat you will find the Kalverstraat which sells even more shoes clothing bags gifts cards and perfume. Nearly all mainstream brand names have one or more stores on this road as well as coffee shops, fast food restaurants and even an ice cream salon. If you fancy a quiet drink [...]
Kalverstraat
Pieter Cornelisz Hooftstraat
If you e looking for a little more luxury, the Pieter Cornelisz Hooftstraat, known affectionately as PC Hooftstraat is the place to exercise that plastic! Here you will find an array of haute couture boutiques, featuring industry heavyweights such as Cartier, Gucci, Edgar Vos, Tommy Hillfinger and the very impressive Oger shop. Happy shopping!
Amsterdam
Holland Casino
City Casino. One of 14 from this chain throughout Holland. All the games and tables you’ll be looking for. Ideal location by the canal.
Max Euweplein 62Tel No: +31 20 521 1111
3D Golf Academy
Indoor golf facility on the outskirts of the city. Includes golf simulators, putting greens and practise aids. There is something here for golfers of all levels and coaching also available.
Essenlaan 27BTel No: +31 20 497 7669
Amsterdam Massage Centre
You may be too busy having a good time to stop! However if you do and there are no spa or relaxation facilities at your hotel, the Amsterdam Massage Centre is well worth a visit. In an easy-to-get-to Spiegelgracht location the experienced staff will help you choose your favoured massage and take your aches and [...]
Weteringschans 121Tel No: +31 20 427 8176
Business Health Club
18 year old City gym. All the facilities you’d expect are here. Instructors also on hand. Big and very well equipped.
CoengebouwKabelweg 37
Tel No: +31 20 681 0996
Goldstar Tennis Club
City tennis club. Includes 24 outdoor and 12 indoor courts. Large Clubhouse with all the associated facilities. Located in the suburbs of the city.
Gustav Mahlerlaan 20Tel No: +31 20 644 5483
Entertainment located in: Amsterdam
The Sex Museum
The Sex Museum (one of 2 of these museums – the other is Erotic Museum in the Red Light District) is located in the busiest spot of Amsterdam just in front of Central Station. It’s not sleazy as you might think instead the museum has photographs, art, paintings, graphic models and displays all related to [...]
Damrak 18Amsterdam
Tel No: +31 20 622 8376
Red Light District Walking Tour
See the wilder side of the city on a guided walking tour through the infamous Red Light District. This can be arranged to include dinner and a show. Tours are run by the Prostitution Information Centre. The tour takes you throught the infamous Wallen passing monuments and old streets such as Zeedijk Street – which [...]
Begins: Wallenwinkel/PIC at Enge Kerksteeg
Boom Chicago
For 12 years now Boom Chicago have used strong writing, fast thinking and high production values to create a sharp and very funny show. Shows are in English and are only part scripted with audience suggestions used to direct the improvisation that completes the performace. Performing at the Leidseplein Theatre, Boom Chicago serves a delicious [...]
Leidseplein 12Tel No: +31 20 423 0101
Vondel Park
Amsterdam’s most famous park opened in 1865 and is a popular meeting place for tourists and residents. Here you can enjoy a variety of outdoor activities such as biking, hiking, jogging and picnics.
Stadsdeel Oud-ZuidAmsterdam
Anne Frank House
If you’ve read this amazing story at school or have a particular interest in the war experience and Nazi occupation you will find a trip to the Verzets Museum very interesting. A detailed booklet ‘Persecution and Resistance in Amsterdam’ is available from Anne Frank House for 50 euro cents which contains a walking map with [...]
Prinsengracht 267Amsterdam
Tel No: +31 20 556 7100
Van Gogh Museum
The largest collection of Van Gogh’s work & more than 200 paintings, 437 drawings and 31 prints (plus over 800 letters) can be found in the Van Gogh Museum on the outskirts of the city. You can also buy prints and posters at this hugely popular museum. It’d be a shame not to come here [...]
Van de Veldestraat 3-AAmsterdam
Tel No: +31 20 570 5200