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To do in Amsterdam
Anne Frank House is one of To do in Amsterdam.

1. Anne Frank House

8.6
(Anne Frank Huis)
Westermarkt 20 (Prinsengracht), Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Historic and Protected Site · Grachtengordel-West · 697 tips and reviews
Proeflokaal Arendsnest is one of To do in Amsterdam.

2. Proeflokaal Arendsnest

9.2
Herengracht 90, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Beer Bar · Grachtengordel-West · 249 tips and reviews
Lanskroon Bakery stroopwafels is one of To do in Amsterdam.

3. Lanskroon Bakery stroopwafels

8.0
Singel 385, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Bakery · 43 tips and reviews

Laila L.Laila Lujinovic-Bouchmal: Stroopwafels zijn heerlijk hier!

Blue is one of To do in Amsterdam.

4. Blue

8.3
Singel 457, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Café · Kuip · 189 tips and reviews

Melody R.Melody Rae: Go to the Kalvertoren and take the glass elevator to the top for lunch: most amazing view in town! And so many people don't even know about it! Read more.

Two for Joy Coffee Roasters is one of To do in Amsterdam.

5. Two for Joy Coffee Roasters

Frederiksplein 29, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Coffee Shop · Kuip · 114 tips and reviews

Boris V.Boris Veldhuijzen van Zanten: Very good spot to meet for business. They have wifi (pass: 12345678) and it is never too busy, even when it is crowded...

Openbare Bibliotheek Amsterdam is one of To do in Amsterdam.

6. Openbare Bibliotheek Amsterdam

9.2
Oosterdokskade 143, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Library · Kuip · 156 tips and reviews

Amsterdam MagazineAmsterdam Magazine: One of the best views of the city not to mention an ultra cool modern library. Go to the top floor, order a hot chocolate and enjoy the view.

Bimhuis is one of To do in Amsterdam.

7. Bimhuis

8.8
Piet Heinkade 3, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Jazz and Blues Venue · Oostelijk Havengebied · 27 tips and reviews

Party EarthParty Earth: Entrance is free, the crowd is relaxed, young, and hip, and everyone is there to enjoy a few drinks and watch their friends jam out in a beautiful setting. Read more.

Flower Market is one of To do in Amsterdam.

8. Flower Market

8.1
(Bloemenmarkt)
Singel (tussen Vijzelstraat en Koningsplein), Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Flower Store · Grachtengordel-Zuid · 216 tips and reviews

K H.K H: Go early in the morning around 9:30 when the tourists are low. You can easily enjoy inside the stalls and take great photos.

Kantjil & de Tijger is one of To do in Amsterdam.

9. Kantjil & de Tijger

7.1
Spuistraat 291, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Indonesian Restaurant · Kuip · 198 tips and reviews

Spotted by Locals - city guides by localsSpotted by Locals - city guides by locals: Order the 'rijsttafel' with several small dishes, or the Kredok or Peteh Oedang Read more.

Stadsarchief - De Bazel is one of To do in Amsterdam.

10. Stadsarchief - De Bazel

8.7
Vijzelstraat 32, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Library · Grachtengordel-Zuid · 18 tips and reviews

Marjan V.Marjan Verbruggen: Leuke expo's. Vooral de foto's van Amsterdam

Begijnhof is one of To do in Amsterdam.

11. Begijnhof

8.9
Spui, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Historic and Protected Site · Kuip · 66 tips and reviews

Thiago G.Thiago G.: There are two ways in: one through an inconspicuous door in the square, the other through an alleyway.

Foam is one of To do in Amsterdam.

12. Foam

8.8
Keizersgracht 609 (Vijzelstraat), Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Art Museum · Grachtengordel-Zuid · 131 tips and reviews

naveennaveen: spend an hour some afternoon here, maybe get an espresso in the cafe. some great points of inspiration, especially in style and technique

Amsterdam Museum is one of To do in Amsterdam.

13. Amsterdam Museum

Kalverstraat 92, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
History Museum · Kuip · 89 tips and reviews

Richard B.Richard Butlin: If you go late (about 1 hr before closing) you can get in for half price, if you don't mind rushing around the exhibits

Stedelijk Museum is one of To do in Amsterdam.

14. Stedelijk Museum

8.8
Museumplein 10, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Art Museum · Museumkwartier · 245 tips and reviews

Jessie W.Jessie Wood: Current exhibition: Kazimir Malevich and the Russian Avant-garde until 2 Feb 2014

Basiliek van de Heilige Nicolaas (Nicolaaskerk) is one of To do in Amsterdam.

15. Basiliek van de Heilige Nicolaas (Nicolaaskerk)

8.8
Prins Hendrikkade 73, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Church · Amsterdam Centrum · 10 tips and reviews

Ansgar J.Ansgar John: Beautiful paintings and stained glass windows. Light a candle.

16. Brouwerij 't IJ

9.3
Funenkade 7 (Zeeburgerpad), Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Brewery · Oostelijke Eilanden en Kadijken · 382 tips and reviews

Sergey P.Sergey Panfilov: Columbus is best !

Museum Ons' Lieve Heer op Solder is one of To do in Amsterdam.

17. Museum Ons' Lieve Heer op Solder

8.8
Oudezijds Voorburgwal 40, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Museum · Amsterdam Centrum · 32 tips and reviews

Charles C.Charles Cassar: A hidden gem! A fascinating story and very special place. Even though it's being renovated, it's still a fantastic experience. The audio guide is excellent!

Reypenaer Proeflokaal is one of To do in Amsterdam.

18. Reypenaer Proeflokaal

8.5
Singel 182 (Oude Leliestraat), Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Cheese Store · Grachtengordel-West · 36 tips and reviews

Sony Xperia™ FootballSony Xperia™ Football: Why not explore with a tasting tour - you can sample some wine too.

19. Oude Kerk

8.5
Oudekerksplein 23, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Church · Amsterdam Centrum · 46 tips and reviews

EmEm: Oldest church consecrated in 1306. Stained glasses and high wood ceiling are amazing. Each has its year built. Look down at the floors with lots of carvings, each with its own history.

Café de Pijp is one of To do in Amsterdam.

20. Café de Pijp

6.2
Ferdinand Bolstraat 17-19 (Daniël Stalpertstraat), Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Café · Oude Pijp · 26 tips and reviews

Daniel H.Daniel Harlea: Great choice for both drinks & food. Must try the tortilla, the ribs and the snack plate is a very good choice.

Dutch Resistance Museum is one of To do in Amsterdam.

21. Dutch Resistance Museum

8.4
(Verzetsmuseum)
Plantage Kerklaan 61D, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Museum · Weesperbuurt en Plantage · 32 tips and reviews

Aandacht4all &.Aandacht4all 'n voller restaurant met minder moeite: If you want to get a good impressons of the 2nd World War and the way the Dutch coped with it.

Het Rembrandthuis is one of To do in Amsterdam.

22. Het Rembrandthuis

8.9
Jodenbreestraat 4, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
History Museum · Kuip · 95 tips and reviews

Maxim B.Maxim Blue: 7€ for students (10€ for adults) including free audio guide and live shows of etching and color making. Very interesting! Free lockers and coat room.

Koko Coffee & Design is one of To do in Amsterdam.

23. Koko Coffee & Design

Oudezijds Achterburgwal 145, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Clothing Store · Amsterdam Centrum · 83 tips and reviews

eminaemina: Enjoy their excellent coffee & fashion. During the weekends they have a no wifi policy to encourage people to enjoy life offline :)

Hermitage Amsterdam is one of To do in Amsterdam.

24. Hermitage Amsterdam

8.6
Amstel 51, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Art Museum · Weesperbuurt en Plantage · 95 tips and reviews

Jessie W.Jessie Wood: Gauguin, Bonnard, Denis: A Russian Taste for French Art until Feb 14 2014.

Bakers & Roasters is one of To do in Amsterdam.

25. Bakers & Roasters

9.0
Eerste Jacob van Campenstraat 54, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Breakfast Spot · Oude Pijp · 474 tips and reviews

AnneAnne: Lovely eggs and coffee. Come early in the weekends, it's terrible busy. Oh and the kiwi wifi password is 'waikikamukau'.

B&B Lunchroom is one of To do in Amsterdam.

26. B&B Lunchroom

7.9
Leidsestraat 44, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Breakfast Spot · Grachtengordel-West · 60 tips and reviews

Niels V.Niels Verdonk: The steak & cheese sandwich is awesome

De Ysbreeker is one of To do in Amsterdam.

27. De Ysbreeker

8.6
Weesperzijde 23, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Restaurant · Weesperzijde · 221 tips and reviews

voogelvoogel: Excellent Croque Madame (@tycho thanks for recommendation)

Greenwoods is one of To do in Amsterdam.

28. Greenwoods

8.9
Singel 103, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Café · Kuip · 300 tips and reviews

RichRich: The soda bread here is wicked. Full English might look a bit small but it will blow your mind! Super friendly staff too!

Van Gogh Museum is one of To do in Amsterdam.

29. Van Gogh Museum

9.2
Museumplein 6, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Art Museum · Museumkwartier · 1099 tips and reviews

Tommy S.Tommy Sollén: Free and open wifi in the café

Rijksmuseum is one of To do in Amsterdam.

30. Rijksmuseum

9.3
Museumstraat 1, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Art Museum · Museumkwartier · 848 tips and reviews

DHR.comDHR.com: This one of the most important museums in Amsterdam. Go here if you want to see works by the Dutch Masters or famous creations such as Vermeer's The Milkmaid and Rembrandt's The Night Watch.

Screaming Beans is one of To do in Amsterdam.

31. Screaming Beans

8.3
Runstraat 6, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Coffee Shop · Grachtengordel-West · 206 tips and reviews

Andreas G.Andreas Gebhard: WiFi password: Coffeebeans!

Winkel 43 is one of To do in Amsterdam.

32. Winkel 43

9.3
Noordermarkt 43 (at Westerstraat), Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Café · Jordaan · 830 tips and reviews

Anne H.Anne H: The best apple pie in Amsterdam. Quite busy and crowded during the market on Saturday but service is always quick and friendly!

Hoppe is one of To do in Amsterdam.

33. Hoppe

8.6
Spui 18, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Bar · Kuip · 107 tips and reviews
Café Gollem is one of To do in Amsterdam.

34. Café Gollem

8.9
Raamsteeg 4, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Beer Bar · Kuip · 106 tips and reviews

Felipe H.Felipe Herrera: Talk to the barman about the beer you want, probably he will advice wisely!!

Belgisch Bierproeflokaal De Zotte is one of To do in Amsterdam.

35. Belgisch Bierproeflokaal De Zotte

8.6
Raamstraat 29 (Raamplein), Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Bar · Jordaan · 117 tips and reviews

Ezra M.Ezra Martin: Make sure you order a Kwak

Singel 404 is one of To do in Amsterdam.

36. Singel 404

8.4
Singel 404, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Sandwich Spot · Grachtengordel-West · 140 tips and reviews
De Wasserette is one of To do in Amsterdam.

37. De Wasserette

8.9
Eerste van der Helststraat 27, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Deli · Oude Pijp · 121 tips and reviews
wagamama is one of To do in Amsterdam.

38. wagamama

7.5
Max Euweplein 10, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Asian Restaurant · Kuip · 122 tips and reviews