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A'DAM Toren
Overhoeksplein 1
1031 KS AMSTERDAM
1031 KS AMSTERDAM
Looming tall over the Amsterdam North skyline, this landmark 22-floor tower is home to a selection of bars, restaurants and a roof...
Directly across the water (known as ‘the IJ’) behind Central Station, Amsterdam Noord boasts the best of contrasting worlds: vast green expanses and charming little villages plus some of the city's most cutting-edge architecture, exciting festivals, artist studios and stylish waterside hangouts with beautiful terraces. A free ferry from behind Central Station will take you there in minutes; so don’t miss the chance to explore this unique area of Amsterdam.
Local hotspots
FC Hyena
Aambeeldstraat 24
1021 KB AMSTERDAM
1021 KB AMSTERDAM
FC Hyena fills a gap in Amsterdam Noord: a small cinema where you will want to hang out, eat and drink after the film.
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Fromagerie Abraham Kef
Van der Pekplein 1b
1031 GZ AMSTERDAM
1031 GZ AMSTERDAM
Kef, a cheese shop located in the city centre, now also has a location – with terrace – in Noord. Here you can sip a glass of good...
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Het Concertgemaal
Landsmeerderdijk 213
1035 PV AMSTERDAM
1035 PV AMSTERDAM
Have a night of culture and classical music at Het Concertgemaal, a concert hall where musicians and music-lovers can mingle.
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Landmarkt
Schellingwouderdijk 339
1023 NK AMSTERDAM
1023 NK AMSTERDAM
This ‘covered marketplace’ succeeds in combining the best of city and country, with regular supermarket premium brands sitting alo...
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Tolhuistuin
IJpromenade 2
1031 KT AMSTERDAM
1031 KT AMSTERDAM
The Tolhuistuin ('Tollhouse Garden') is one of Amsterdam Noord’s liveliest cultural hotspots.
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Eye Filmmuseum
IJpromenade 1
1031 KT AMSTERDAM
1031 KT AMSTERDAM
The striking architecture of the Eye Filmmuseum made it quickly become one of Amsterdam’s modern icons. Situated on the northern b...
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Il Pecorino
Van der Pekplein 11
1031 GZ AMSTERDAM
1031 GZ AMSTERDAM
Catch some late summer rays on the sunny side of the IJ, at one of the city’s biggest and best water-facing terraces, with views o...
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Winkelcentrum Boven 't Y
Postbus 36031
1020 MA AMSTERDAM
1020 MA AMSTERDAM
The Boven 't Y shopping centre is the largest of its kind in Amsterdam Noord. Its wide range of clothing and lifestyle stores are ...
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Stork
Gedempt Hamerkanaal t.o. 96
1021 KR AMSTERDAM
1021 KR AMSTERDAM
Amsterdam's largest seafood restaurant is the ultimate spot to watch passing river traffic on the IJ, while tucking into some pret...
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Hotel de Goudfazant
Aambeeldstraat 10H
1021 KB AMSTERDAM
1021 KB AMSTERDAM
With a name like Hotel de Goudfazant this place sounds like it might be an old-fashioned family hotel but actually it's a hip rest...
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Café Modern
Meidoornweg 2
1031 GG AMSTERDAM
1031 GG AMSTERDAM
With its pale mustard palette, baby’s breath bouquets and Fifties’ Formica, the décor here may be more retro than modern, but the ...
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Hangar
Aambeeldstraat 36
1021 KB AMSTERDAM
1021 KB AMSTERDAM
Colonial grandeur meets industrial starkness at this hip restaurant bar on the waterfront in Amsterdam North.
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Camping Vliegenbos
Meeuwenlaan 138
1022 AM AMSTERDAM
1022 AM AMSTERDAM
Although situated amidst a peaceful forest setting to the north of Amsterdam, Camping Vliegenbos is actually one of the nearest ca...
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Café de Ceuvel
Korte Papaverweg 4
1032 KB AMSTERDAM
1032 KB AMSTERDAM
Located in Amsterdam North, Café de Ceuvel is a bohemian waterside café and bar with a strong focus on sustainability.
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Zuidoost
Cultural melting pot and large-scale entertainment
Old Holland
With its countless windmills, churches and old-fashioned farmhouses, stepping out into Old Holland can feel like being in a Golden Age painting.
Noord
Urban renewal meets nature’s beauty
NDSM
Old shipyard turned creative haven
Amsterdam Beach
When the temperatures soar in Amsterdam, sun-seekers flock to the Dutch coast and the beaches to bask on the sands and soak up the vibrant nightlife. ...
Oost
Hip places, green spaces and diverse faces
Flowers of Amsterdam
If you're lucky enough to visit Amsterdam in spring, don't miss a visit to the nearby flower-growing region. Read our guide to the breathtaking fields...
De Plantage
Cultural garden with an elegant touch
Castles & Gardens
Delve into the fascinating history of the Dutch Golden Age by exploring the ancient castles that were once the homes of wealthy merchants. Many of th...
Oud-West
Local hotspots and hidden gems
Haarlem
A city of remarkable history and culture, Haarlem is just a short hop from Amsterdam but packs a unique punch. With spectacular monuments dating back ...
De Pijp
Bustling mix of culture, cuisine and cafés
Oostelijke Eilanden
Where water and modern architecture meet
Oud-Zuid
From age-old art to high-end chic
Westerpark
Vibrant atmosphere against a green backdrop
Bos en Lommer and De Baarsjes
Celebrating diversity around every corner
New Land
Although famous for its historic city centre, the Amsterdam region is always evolving as new immigrants and diverse cultures make their mark on its ma...
