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Hans Egstorf: Stroopwafels & Croissants is one of Amsterdam.

1. Hans Egstorf: Stroopwafels & Croissants

8.9
Spuistraat 274 (Raamsteeg), Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Bakery · Kuip · 21 tips and reviews

2. Ambassade Hotel

8.7
Herengracht 341, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Hotel · Grachtengordel-West · 16 tips and reviews
Rijksmuseum is one of Amsterdam.

3. Rijksmuseum

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

Christophe P.Christophe P: The audio guide, here called "multimedia tour", is an iOS app: if you already have an iOS device, you don't need to pay the 5€ to rent a device: you can just download the Rijksmuseum app on the Store!

Van Gogh Museum is one of Amsterdam.

4. Van Gogh Museum

9.1
Museumplein 6, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Art Museum · Museumkwartier · 1099 tips and reviews

Edith S.Edith Schreurs: Friday nights: the museum is open until 22:00 every Friday night. Join in for a guided tour, enjoy the music and art or just meet friends and relax Read more.

Anne Frank House is one of Amsterdam.

5. Anne Frank House

8.6
(Anne Frank Huis)
Westermarkt 20 (Prinsengracht), Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Historic and Protected Site · Grachtengordel-West · 697 tips and reviews

MercMerc: The most beautiful, moving museum/memorial I have ever been to. The original wallpaper and photos affixed on the wall is heartbreaking.

Museum Het Grachtenhuis is one of Amsterdam.

6. Museum Het Grachtenhuis

8.0
Herengracht 386, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Museum · Grachtengordel-West · 23 tips and reviews

Katherine R.Katherine Reyes: Great museum. Of all the major museums to visit in Amsterdam, this and Van Gogh were my favorite. Visit Het Grachtenhuis before wandering the canals - you'll see the city in a different light.

Museum Willet-Holthuysen is one of Amsterdam.

7. Museum Willet-Holthuysen

7.6
Herengracht 605 (Utrechtsestraat), Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
History Museum · Grachtengordel-Zuid · 19 tips and reviews

DHR.comDHR.com: Located at the Herengracht canal, this museum is home to applied and fine art collections of Mrs Willet-Holthuysen. Roam around the three floors and see art from the 19th and 19th century.

Hermitage Amsterdam is one of Amsterdam.

8. Hermitage Amsterdam

8.7
Amstel 51, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Art Museum · Weesperbuurt en Plantage · 95 tips and reviews
Woonbootmuseum | Houseboat Museum is one of Amsterdam.

9. Woonbootmuseum | Houseboat Museum

7.6
Prinsengracht 296 K (Elandsgracht), Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Museum · Jordaan · 11 tips and reviews

Vít O.Vít Olšák: Small museum about life on hausboat. Its literally in hausboat so look into channel and you can't miss it! It worth it!

Het Rembrandthuis is one of Amsterdam.

10. Het Rembrandthuis

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

Tero A.Tero Angeria: Nice audio tour, and the demonstration how the paints were created back in the days was the highlight of the tour. Great to hear the stories..

KattenKabinet is one of Amsterdam.

11. KattenKabinet

7.4
Herengracht 497, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Art Museum · Grachtengordel-Zuid · 24 tips and reviews

Amsterdam MagazineAmsterdam Magazine: This is cat ladies and cat lovers only. Its also great if you want to see an interior of a decadent Herengracht canal house. They have 4 live cats roaming around the place too!

Museum of Bags and Purses is one of Amsterdam.

12. Museum of Bags and Purses

6.8
(Tassenmuseum Hendrikje)
Herengracht 573, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Museum · Grachtengordel-Zuid · 33 tips and reviews

Dasha 👻 S.Dasha 👻 Shigaeva: Nice exhibition. but the modern part is small so don't expect inspiration for purchases, rather a historic overview. The building is beautiful and the dining place in the middle is nice and quiet.

Muiderslot is one of Amsterdam.

13. Muiderslot

8.9
Herengracht 1, Muiden, Noord-Holland
Castle · 36 tips and reviews

Jolande G.Jolande Griffioen: A castle you should really see - a nice guided tour explains a lot about the 13th century and before. Interesting for both kids and adults!

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

14. 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!

Diamant Museum is one of Amsterdam.

15. Diamant Museum

6.4
Paulus Potterstraat 8, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Museum · Museumkwartier · 23 tips and reviews

Aaron L.Aaron Ludman: Entrance entitles you to go next store to Coster Diamonds to actually see them polish and prepare diamonds. Make sure to take a family picture in the wooden shoe before leaving the museum.

De Hortus is one of Amsterdam.

16. De Hortus

8.7
Plantage Middenlaan 2a, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Botanical Garden · Weesperbuurt en Plantage · 55 tips and reviews

TiffanyTiffany: Delightfully compact oasis. We had snacks and drinks in the café and then wandered the gardens and greenhouses.

Vondelpark is one of Amsterdam.

17. Vondelpark

9.6
Vondelpark, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Park · Museumkwartier · 605 tips and reviews

DHR.comDHR.com: This huge public urban park is the best place to relax and hang out. The open-air theatre holds free concerts. Also don't miss the Netherlands Filmmuseum at the pavilion Vondelparkpaviljoen.

Molen van Sloten is one of Amsterdam.

18. Molen van Sloten

8.1
Akersluis 10, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Monument · Stadsdeel Nieuw-West · 14 tips and reviews

DHR.comDHR.com: The Sloten Windmill is one of the very few mills in Amsterdam that is open to the public. Still working, this attraction also offers guided tours. Opens at 10 am.

Amsterdam Tulip Museum is one of Amsterdam.

19. Amsterdam Tulip Museum

6.7
Prinsengracht 116, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Museum · Jordaan · 24 tips and reviews

Lara A.Lara Abdulhadi: Very interestimg tour...get ready to inhale the sensational scents of tulips in all shapes and colors Free entrance with I Amsterdam card or pay €5 per adult as an entrance fee

Amsterdam Cheese Museum is one of Amsterdam.

20. Amsterdam Cheese Museum

7.6
Prinsengracht 112, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Museum · Jordaan · 43 tips and reviews

Andrew L.Andrew Leckie: The 'museum' is just one room downstairs. Don't bother with it, but do eat all the free samples and spend your money in the shop as the cheese is amazing. Smoked goat's cheese is unbeatable.

Broodje Bert is one of Amsterdam.

21. Broodje Bert

8.8
Singel 321, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Sandwich Spot · Kuip · 129 tips and reviews

Josh K.Josh Kongmany: Great sandwich and breakfast spot right on a canal! I got the brie, tomato and arugula sandwich. Delicious and filling. Seating gets crowded inside, but there's outdoor seating as well

Gartine is one of Amsterdam.

22. Gartine

9.3
Taksteeg 7 (Kalverstraat), Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Breakfast Spot · 113 tips and reviews

Hei-Yu T.Hei-Yu Tang: Everything homemade and grown in their own garden. Nothing fancy just honest, organic and authentic food. Tiny place and limited seating. Reservation is a must. Eggs benedict are yum. And those pies!

Pancakes Amsterdam is one of Amsterdam.

23. Pancakes Amsterdam

8.2
Berenstraat 38, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Creperie · Grachtengordel-West · 228 tips and reviews

Lauren M.Lauren McS: Expect to wait to get a table as this place is packed with tourists and the service is very relaxed (slow). Pancake range is impressive and they make a decent coffee too.

Koffiehuis De Hoek is one of Amsterdam.

24. Koffiehuis De Hoek

7.7
Prinsengracht 341, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Coffee Shop · Grachtengordel-West · 39 tips and reviews

Sura N.Sura Neijenhuis: Nice old fashioned coffee. Pretty okay food for low prices.

Van Stapele Koekmakerij is one of Amsterdam.

25. Van Stapele Koekmakerij

9.2
Heisteeg 4 (Spui), Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Dessert Shop · 242 tips and reviews

Daniel C.Daniel Caceiro: They do only one type of cookie, but it's by far the best cookie I've ever tasted on my life. Totally worth it. Eat them while still fresh for double awesome

Kaldi is one of Amsterdam.

26. Kaldi

8.7
Herengracht 300 (Wolvenstraat), Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Café · Grachtengordel-West · 28 tips and reviews

Andrea R.Andrea Rubei: Probably the best espresso in Amsterdam

Lanskroon Bakery stroopwafels is one of Amsterdam.

27. Lanskroon Bakery stroopwafels

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

Joseph T.Joseph Terranella: Freshly made stroopwafels in a variety of flavors make this place worth a visit

Vlaams Friteshuis Vleminckx is one of Amsterdam.

28. Vlaams Friteshuis Vleminckx

8.7
Voetboogstraat 33, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Friterie · Kuip · 197 tips and reviews

Thijs N.Thijs Niks: Vleminckx makes the best fries around by far. It’s not a restaurant, but a hole-in-the-wall take away. It’s located in a small alley off major shopping street Kalverstraat.

Jumbo City is one of Amsterdam.

29. Jumbo City

9.1
Wolvenstraat 32 (Keizersgracht), Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Organic Grocery · Grachtengordel-West · 17 tips and reviews
Pompa is one of Amsterdam.

30. Pompa

7.7
Willemsparkweg 6 (Alexanders Boersstraat), Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Italian Restaurant · Museumkwartier · 48 tips and reviews

Maria G.Maria Gleeson: The service was so friendly! I had the black ravioli stuffed with ricotta and smoked salmon. Delicious! House red is also lovely. Also offer tapas style menu if you want to pick.

The Pantry is one of Amsterdam.

31. The Pantry

8.5
Leidsekruisstraat 21HS, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Dutch Restaurant · Kuip · 141 tips and reviews

Josh K.Josh Kongmany: Traditional Dutch food at a fair price. Great Dutch beers, too. Staff was multilingual, very friendly, and attentive. I got a combination platter of three Dutch classics. Absolutely filling and tasty

Foodhallen is one of Amsterdam.

32. Foodhallen

8.9
Bellamyplein 51, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Food Court · Kinkerbuurt · 394 tips and reviews

AgataAgata: The foodie paradise in Amsterdam. Come here to enjoy the quality and diverse dishes. Some of the vendors accept only card payments.

The Avocado Show is one of Amsterdam.

33. The Avocado Show

Daniel Stalpertstraat 61, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Restaurant · Oude Pijp · 42 tips and reviews

Annie K.Annie Kelesidou: Beautiful food and amazing vegan pancakes on the breakfast menu!! Their coffee is also lovely (we got oat milk latte). Definitely on the pricey side but completely worth the visit in my opinion!

Sweet Cup is one of Amsterdam.

34. Sweet Cup

Lange Leidsedwarsstraat 93h, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Coffee Shop · Kuip · 116 tips and reviews

Jivko J.Jivko Jelev: Unique coffee with personal touch! You can select your own beans and the place is very cosy

De Luwte is one of Amsterdam.

35. De Luwte

7.9
Leliegracht 26-28, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Restaurant · Grachtengordel-West · 25 tips and reviews

Gary G.Gary Gerba: Well done food at a perfect pace. Wonderful staff and a relaxing atmosphere made the night perfect.

BUFFET van Odette is one of Amsterdam.

36. BUFFET van Odette

8.0
Prinsengracht 598, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Buffet · Kuip · 92 tips and reviews
De Kas is one of Amsterdam.

37. De Kas

9.0
Kamerlingh Onneslaan 3, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
French Restaurant · Stadsdeel Oost · 123 tips and reviews

Like A Local GuideLike A Local Guide: De Kas (the greenhouse) aims to serve every dish as fresh as possible. Every day a new menu is composed, depending on the available seasonal products. Read more.

Distilleerderij 't Nieuwe Diep is one of Amsterdam.

38. Distilleerderij 't Nieuwe Diep

9.3
Flevopark 13, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Distillery · Indische Buurt Oost · 23 tips and reviews

Gilles S.Gilles Suprin: Small treasure hidden in Flevopark. Enjoy a drink or a homemade genever in front of a peaceful lake :)

Albert Cuyp Markt is one of Amsterdam.

39. Albert Cuyp Markt

8.4
Albert Cuypstraat, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Market · Oude Pijp · 223 tips and reviews

LufthansaLufthansa: When visiting Amsterdam, see some of the many marketplaces. Flowers, cheese, herbs, fresh groceries – there seems to be one market for each item. 11 market places are open all year long. Enjoy!

De Poezenboot is one of Amsterdam.

40. De Poezenboot

Singel 38G, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Boat or Ferry · Grachtengordel-West · 7 tips and reviews

Melanie R.Melanie Rap: It's a houseboat that has been transformed into a cat orphanage. worth a visit as it's an amazing place. They look after stray cats and they try and rehome cats that need a new family!:)

Cats & Things is one of Amsterdam.

41. Cats & Things

6.5
Hazenstraat 26 (Elandsgracht), Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Pet Supplies Store · Jordaan · 3 tips and reviews

richard b.richard bolk: besides catfood and cat toy's, great art and advise for people that live with respect with their cats Read more.