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Craft & Draft

This relatively recent addition to Amsterdam’s speciality beer scene can be found on Overtoom in the Oud-Zuid district, just on the edge of Vondelpark. Inside, the simple, modern décor allows nothing to detract from the beer itself, and the first thing you’ll notice are 40 gleaming beer taps lining the wall behind the wooden bar.

Bekijk hoe OBA Spaarndammerbuurt een bezoek voor mensen met een beperking of handicap toegankelijk maakt.

https://www.oba.nl/openingstijden/detail.199287.html/oba-spaarndammerbuurt/

Spaarndammerbuurt Branch Amsterdam Public Library (OBA Spaarndammerbuurt)

Spaarndammerbuurt branch is a spacious and quiet library with a fine collection. It has a large roundtable where visitors can comfortably read a newspaper or a magazine. The branch is equipped with an NL-plein (adult education point) that includes two workstation computers on which learners can practice basic reading, writing and maths skills. Spaarndammerbuurt branch library regularly hosts a variety of activities.

See how the Public Library Mercatorplein makes visits accessible for people with disabilities.

https://www.oba.nl/openingstijden/detail.199277.html/oba-mercatorplein/

Mercatorplein Branch Amsterdam Public Library (OBA Mercatorplein)

In addition to its collection of contemporary book titles, Mercatorplein branch has a collection of audio books, CD-ROMs, DVDs and games for a variety of consoles. It offers over 150 newspapers and periodicals in a variety of languages. The branch includes a spacious coffee shop with a view of the square which regularly showcases exhibitions by local artists. It is the ideal place to spend a day reading or studying.

Badhuis Sauna Da Costa

A no-frills sauna and bath house with a rich history located in trendy Amsterdam Oud-West, the Badhuis Sauna Da Costa has been around since 1903.

TonTon Club West

This new-school arcade hall is located at the historic Zuiveringshal at Westergas.

De Rotisserie

The Rotisserie is a household name in Amsterdam for both locals and tourists. Enjoy the most delicious and well-invested burgers here, or enjoy a juicy chicken from the spit.

KrasEvents

The Student Hotel Amsterdam West

The Social Hub Amsterdam West - Short Stay

As soon as you step through the sliding doors of The Social Hub Amsterdam West - Short Stay, you quickly realize that you are in a home filled with cutting edge style and comfort. The youthful hotel offers easy access to the center of Amsterdam.

Lola Luid

Creative centre and 'pop-up mall' Lola Luid is located in a former school in Amsterdam's Nieuw West, and each classroom has exciting things to offer, from performances and artists’ studios to shops and start-ups.?

Restaurant Pazzi

Pazzi

Pazzi's honest and exclusive Italian products in combination with the wood ovens result in traditional pizzas with thin, crispy bases. You can eat pizzas indoors, takeaway is also possible.

Salade met granaatappel

Meneer de Wit heeft Honger

Chipirones fritos

Meneer De Wit Heeft Honger

Settle into one of the wooden tables in this cosy restaurant in De Baarsjes and load up with Mediterranean vegetable and meat dishes. Enjoy!

Karakter

A fresh addition to De Clercqstraat in Amsterdam’s Oud-West, Karakter is a laid-back lounge with all the drinks you could possibly want, and – of course – heaps of character.

Van de Buurt

Café Lennep

Café Lennep is a restaurant that serves a variety of classic dishes. It is based in Amsterdam West.

Het Stenen Hoofd

Dating from 1902, this former harbour pier is now a popular park overlooking the river IJ on the edge of Houthavens. The then-vacant lot has been earmarked for everything from luxury residential towers to a prison, even a heliport since the pier was excavated in the 1970s. Today, it’s a popular spot for dog owners, sunbakers in the summer and hosts various cultural events throughout the year. It’s also home to a number of protected wall plants the somewhat rare Saxon fern.

Sababa

For tasty Israeli food, head to Sababa. This cheerful falafel bar offers a (mostly) vegetarian take on Israeli food with its richly filled sourdough pitas, colourful organic salad bowls, and insanely crispy halloumi fries inspired by trips to Tel Aviv. Combining the best of Israel with local vegetables means the flavours of Israel are available in Amsterdam.

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