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Things to Do in Amsterdam
May 22–Jun 23, 2013 De Oude Kerk The World Press Photo Exhibition is an annual tour of the year’s World Press Photo Awards winners. The exhibition officially opens in Amsterdam every April, and then travels to approximately 100 cities in 45 countries until the following ... more
Oudekerksplein 23
1012 GX Amsterdam, Netherlands
Party Earth Review An old-fashioned Dutch liqueur distillery and tasting house in business since 1679, Wynand Fockink is an entertaining place where patrons can still take part in a unique Dutch drinking tradition. Snazzy shot glasses of sweet, bitter, strong, and/or fruity liqueurs are filled to the rim and lined up on the bar – and the ... more
Pijlsteeg 31 & 43
1012 Amsterdam
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May 22–26, 2013 Indie fans get ready for a packed lineup of indie rock bands and artists at the annual Indiestad. For over a week in May, Indiestad invades some of the most popular venues in Amsterdam including Paradiso and Amstelkerk. From indie folk ... more
Throughout the city
Party Earth Review Winner of over thirty Cannabis Cup awards, Green House has a stellar reputation for both its quality products and the inviting atmosphere in each of its four Amsterdam locations. The original coffeeshop on Oude Zijds, which displays its successes in a full-size trophy case, has also become a magnet for celebrities, as attested ... more
Oudezijds Voorburgwal 191
1012 Amsterdam
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May 22, 2013 Amstelkerk
Amstelveld 101017JD Amsterdam, NL
Party Earth Review Dedicated to educating the world on the myriad wonders – as well as the possible dangers – of weed, The Cannabis College Foundation has been operating in the same little 17th-century canal house since the late 90s. Located in the heart of the Red Light District, the CCF is staffed mostly by volunteers who, despite the occasional ... more
Oudezijds Achterburgwal 124
1012 Amsterdam
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May 22, 2013 Paradiso
Weteringschans 6-8
1017 Amsterdam
Party Earth Review A spiritual, earthy, and mildly psychedelic motif distinguishes Abraxas from other coffeeshops, and the interior of this three-story 17th-century building is one of the most beautiful in town. Hand-carved wood, incredible paintings of the night sky, and finely crafted colorful mosaics offer plenty of visual stimulation ... more
Jonge Roelensteeg 12-14
1012 Amsterdam
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May 22, 2013 Bitterzoet
Spuistraat 2
1012 Amsterdam
Party Earth Review After being destroyed in World War II, the lazy beach town of Zandvoort aan Zee slowly rose in both population and popularity to eventually become a favorite spot for Amsterdammers searching for the closest beach getaway. A quick 25-minute train ride from Amsterdam Centraal lands beachgoers just a short flip-flop ... more
Zandvoort Beach
Amsterdam
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Party Earth Review When people think of the great beach towns of the world, Amsterdam probably doesn’t pop into their minds – but time spent at Bloemendaal aan Zee just might change that. Rolling dunes covered in lush vegetation lead to a miles-long stretch of sandy beach popular for surfing and volleyball. Given its ... more
Bloemendaal Beach
Amsterdam
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What to Do in Amsterdam by Day or Night
Day
- → Coffeeshops
- → Outdoors
- → Parks
- → Sports
- → Happy Hour
- → Shopping
- → Food & Drink
- → Beaches
- → Museums
- → Cafés
Night
- → Nightlife Areas
- → Sports
- → Concerts
- → Singles
- → Happy Hour
Though there’s the misconception that people spend too much time in the coffeeshops and forget about everything else going on in the city, there’s actually a whole range of things to do in Amsterdam, and its people certainly take advantage of that. Amsterdam’s plazas and parks, including the main Vondelpark, are filled with people lounging outdoors in the sun with friends, playing sports, and, of course, drinking and smoking.
A similar scene awaits on the landmark canals that run through town, where groups gather in boats to socialize, cruise the city, and take in the views from the water. Even in the cold winter months, events draw the locals out on their ever-present bikes to mush across town for shopping, exhibitions, incredible museum displays, and more. And Amsterdam’s nightlife also hums all year, promising so many things to do for those willing to drop the vaporizer and get their butts to the streets.
What are you in the mood for?
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Lucas
Sports? Pub crawls? Rowdy bars? Good beer? Then check out these suggestions from Lucas:
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Adriana
Exclusive hotspots? Chic crowds? Bottle service? Posh shopping? Then check out these suggestions from Adriana:
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Jonah
Eclectic crowds? Authentic bars? Live music? Nothing mainstream? Then check out these suggestions from Jonah:
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Emma
Amazing drink deals? Unpretentious crowds? Karaoke with friends? Dancing all night? Then check out these suggestions from Emma:
... or find things to do by interest
- → Happy Hour
- → Live Music
- → Marijuana
- → DJ
- → Laid back
- → Budget-friendly
- → High Energy
- → Conversational
- → Smoking Area
- → Students
- → Free
- → Dancing
- → Sports
- → Shopping
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