Amsterdam Area

If you’re an art lover, when you’ve finished with the wonders of Amsterdam’s museum quarter, don’t miss out on the opportunities to see spectacular art just a stone’s throw away in the region.

Beyond the club doors and summertime beach parties, the Amsterdam region boasts an exciting, diverse live-music circuit. From established concert halls to open-air stages and mid-sized venues championing touring acts, there’s a rich calendar of live performances across all genres.

The Amsterdam Area is bursting with options for lovers of performing arts. From comedy clubs in Haarlem to avant-garde theatre and dance in Almere or open-air stages during the summer in Bloemendaal and Amstelveen, the region truly offers something for everyone. Many performances will be in English or language-no-problem!

Amsterdam and its wider area are famed for their vibrant nocturnal culture, offering everything from international DJ sets and underground techno parties to beachside bonfires and funky bar-to-dance-floor venues. Many places combine dynamic club nights with eclectic programming that keeps the local and visiting crowd moving until the early hours.

In the wider Amsterdam Area, you'll find a colourful line-up of events and festivals year-round. From culinary events and flower parades to thumping electronic music parties on the beach, here's our selection of the best of What's On - just a short journey from Amsterdam.

Amsterdam has long been known for its enchanting city centre, crooked canal houses and winding waterways. Yet a few km’s west, the scene changes from urban to pastoral as you head towards Haarlem – every bit Amsterdam’s match in terms of ornate 17th century architecture, bustling restaurants and a thriving arts scene. Hop on a bike and experience the best of times in the Netherlands’ twin cities.