Category Top10 Amsterdam

1 – South of Singel canal is a permanent feature in form of barges which has come to be accepted as one of the most soothing attractions of Amsterdam. As soon as you step into Bloemenmarkt, meaning floating flower market, you will be greeted by a delightful floral tapestry comprising of almost every conceivable color in the world. Spending time amidst these fragrant natural productions is indeed memorable and you can also take a part of it home by purchasing bulbs, seeds or gardening equipment.

2 – Rightly described as a store with a difference, Hutspot (vintage_ clothes) is the store to be in if you want to shop differently. Not only is the merchandise unique in its own way but the manner in which it is displayed is also creative to the extent of being catchy and alluring...

1 – Visit a coffeeshop because coffeeshops form the essence of life in Amsterdam. It is not uncommon to walk in a coffee shop and not only grab a cup of coffee but also order some hash or weed to go with it. Since all coffee shops are different and have their own atmosphere, you must make it a point to visit as many as you can to enjoy a variety of ambience.

2 – Walk around the canals because Amsterdam has some splendid canals that are simply waiting to be explored. During the 17th century these canals were actually used for transportation and military purposes. As society progressed over the years many of the canals had to be filled in so that streets could be paved for cars to race and other automobiles to race on...

1 – Nam Kee at Zeedijk 113, 1012 AV Amsterdam, specializes in Chinese cuisine and has been serving authentic and delectable preparations since it opened its doors in 1981. The popularity of this restaurant can be gauged from the fact that in spite of being open seven days a week there is still a queue at the door and tables are shared amongst strangers. A signature fare here is that of oysters while Tja Siew and Peking Duck are preparations that strongly echo Chinese method of cooking.

2 – De Stadskantine in Van Woustraat 120, 1073 LT Amsterdam, Netherlands means ‘The City Canteen’ in Dutch and this is an apt description of this eating outfit located close to De Pijp...

1 – Jimmy Woo, located at Korte Leidsedwarsstraat 18, 1017 RC Amsterdam, Netherlands, is a visual treat on the subject of extravaganza but surprisingly enough has also borne in mind the need and importance of privacy. There is a luxurious lounge upstairs and after spending a relaxed evening sipping a variety of drinks while lolling on the couch, you can move to the ground floor and dance the night away under 12000 lights and rocking to pulsating music.

2 – When you visit Chapter 21 something that you must try is the one of their concocted cocktails that has a catchy name because these are unique only to this joint. Jonge Roelensteeg 21, 1012 PL Burgwallen Nieuwe Zijde, Amsterdam, Netherlands is the address that you should look for to visit this nightclub and as you enter the premises yo...

1 – The Dutch drink beer every Friday afternoon after work and whatever they do after having gulped more than just a pint is attributed to ‘Dutch courage’. Termed as post-work and pre-weekend session, it is an informal get-together wherein groups meet at a pre-determined location that may be a pub, bar or restaurant and consume this frothy golden liquid.

2 – More than a quarter of Netherlands is below sea-level but thankfully this country is located far away from the tsunami-prone areas of the world. However, the fact still remains that its lowest point is recorded at being 6.7 meters under the level of the sea and the famous Schiphol Airport is at 4.5 meters below the mark...

1 – Koniginnendag, meaning King’s day, is one of the most important milestones for the Dutch since it marks the birth anniversary of the royal individual who is next in line for the throne. On this day, people of Amsterdam express their joy by organizing and participating in large-scale flea markets and wearing orange, the national color, from head to toe. It is one of the few occasions when the Dutch relinquish their trademark sophistication and go all out to enjoy.

2 – Welcome to the Future is one of the most eco-friendly festivals in the country and is a musical bonanza of sorts wherein music of different genres is effectively showcased. When it was held for the first time twenty years ago, little did anyone know that it would evolve as being one of the best in the world...

1 – Momo, a Japanese word that refers to beautiful fresh blossoms, is a mouth-watering Asian delicacy that has found its way into Amsterdam through a bar of the same name located at Hobbemastraat 1, 1071 XZ Amsterdam, Netherlands. Versatile though it is to serve an array of Japanese, Thai and Malay cuisines, Momo carries an empowering freshness which renders to it an irresistible feeling. So irrespective of whichever meal you land up here for, you can look forward to a memorable dining experience that is delicately flavored and replete with style.

2 – Located by the Amstel canal at Mauritskade 1, 1091 EW Amsterdam, Netherlands, Amstelhaven is characterized by a relaxed and cheerful ambience thanks to its idyllic location and a wooden deck stretching out into the water...

1 – Rijksmuseum, meaning the State Museum, started out as a National Art Gallery in 1800s’ and over the time span of two hundred years has evolved to rank not only as one of the best but also the most beautiful amongst museums the world over. Art is the theme which is revered within the walls of this museum and it boasts not only of a world-class collection of paintings but also that of antiques, cultural objects, drawings and photographs.

2 – Van Gogh Museum is home to the largest collection of renowned artist Vincent van Gogh’s work and would be nothing short of a temple for any connoisseur of art. In addition to displaying the gradual evolution of the artist, this vast collection also makes possible comparison with other well known artists belonging to the same or different eras...

1 – Take a Canal Tour because Amsterdam has some splendid canals that are simply waiting to be explored. During the 17th century these canals were actually used for transportation and military purposes. As society progressed over the years many of the canals had to be filled in so that streets could be paved for cars to race and other automobiles to race on. However, there are still 164 canals which have been preserved courtesy of their historic importance.

2 – Bike tour is For the biker who prefers pedaling as an exercise. Hopping on to the dedicated path for bicycles and flying by representations of contemporary architecture in form of townhouses and small canals is one of the best ways of exploring the city...