Luxury Amsterdam

With an abundance of five star hotels, designer shopping and fine dining restaurants, Amsterdam is a true leader in European luxury travel. Discover the finer side of Amsterdam life with our guide to the city's most exclusive places to sleep, eat, drink, shop and play. 

Best five-star hotels

Hotel De L'Europe Amsterdam Presitge One Bedroom Suite Rondeel Building

High end shopping locations

Cartier at de Bijenkorf Amsterdam

Michelin starred dining

Luxury things to do in Amsterdam

Private Canal Cruise

Amsterdam Amstel skinny bridge night lights
The best way to see Amsterdam is definitely by water. Glide by the city’s most historical offerings, beautiful buildings and stunning landscapes on one of Amsterdam’s private canal cruises.

Royal Concertgebouw

Koninklijk Concertgebouw
Home to its eponymous orchestra, The Royal Concertgebouw is one of the world's most renowned classical concert venues, acclaimed for its exquisite acoustics and quality programming.

International Theatre Amsterdam (ITA)
International Theater Amsterdam (formerly Stadsschouwburg Amsterdam) is the leading center of theatre culture in the Netherlands. 

Rijksmuseum

Rijksmusem Rembrandt Tour Amsterdam
Take a private tour of the impressive Rijksmuseums and wander though centuries of masterpieces by Rembrandt and more.

Dutch National Opera & Ballet

Nationale Ballet Amsterdam
Housed in the same building as Amsterdam's City Hall, the National Opera & Ballet hosts world-class dance and musical theatre productions.

More luxury locations

Framer Framed On the Nature of Botanical Gardens 2020 Eva Broekeman Amsterdam

Best contemporary art spaces in Amsterdam

Whilst the blockbuster exhibitions are world-class, it’s definitely not all about the big-name museums in Amsterdam. The city’s contempora...
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Kleine Komedie theater Amsterdam Bob Bronshoff

Pre-theatre dining in Amsterdam

Luckily for theatre-goers, Amsterdam’s food scene is as expansive and diverse as its cultural offering. When you’re en route to a ballet, concert, spo...
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Restaurant Daalder dish on plate

Michelin star restaurants in Amsterdam

Going to a Michelin-rated restaurant can be quite the treat, and the Netherlands certainly isn't short on options. With 21 Michelin-rated restaurants ...
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Conservatorium Hotel Amsterdam

Luxury destinations in the Amsterdam Area

Whether it's pampering yourself at a spa and wellness centre or visiting Michelin-starred restaurants and unique hotels, we all deserve a little ...
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Odessa Amsterdam

Best places to get your zen on in Amsterdam

The grind of the city can get to even the most urban Amsterdammer now and then. So when the hustle and bustle get to you, it’s high time to dest...
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Sushi Fanatics restaurant in Amsterdam Albert Cuypstraat

Top sushi restaurants in Amsterdam

From sashimi to nigiri, sake and shoyu, sushi never gets boring, especially if you’re also navigating chopsticks and wasabi. Amsterdam’s s...
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Waldorf Astoria Amsterdam Hotel Pool

Wellness stays

In need of a bit of pampering during your stay in Amsterdam? Check into one of these wellness-focussed hotels to add a dose of mindful self-care to yo...
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Best wine bars in Amsterdam

Good company and a glass of wine: it’s a recipe for a great night out in Amsterdam. Wine bars in the city, with their wide array of local and in...
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Moon Amsterdam

Most romantic restaurants in Amsterdam

Impress your significant other with a special, one-of-a-kind experience at one of these romantic restaurants in Amsterdam.
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Unusual dining experiences

When it comes to eating out in Amsterdam, there's always something new and unique to try. But if you're looking for something extra special from your ...
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The Duchess W Amsterdam

Best spots for high tea in Amsterdam

The elevated afternoon tea has got to be one of England’s best gifts to the world, right up there with Shakespeare and Wellington boots. The tra...
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Snap me Pretty Amsterdam

Wines of Amsterdam

Forget tulips and clogs; local wines may just be the next big thing. All the better to go with our delicious Dutch cheese, we say.
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Snap me Pretty Amsterdam

Best tasting rooms in Amsterdam

Amsterdam is responsible for producing some of the country’s finest cheese, wine, craft beer, jenever and much more, so there is no better intro...
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W Amsterdam roof terrace

Best rooftop bars in Amsterdam

Once you’ve seen all the street-level sights, it’s time to view the city from a different vantage point. Pair a cocktail with a panorama a...
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Amsterdam Conservatorium hotel cocktail bar Tunes, Elisah Jacobs

Hotel bars

Hotels aren't just for sleeping. With plenty of fantastic hotel bars on offer in Amsterdam – ranging from decadent to über-cool – they are now an exci...
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Sofitel Legend The Grand Amsterdam

Private dining

If you would like to organise a private dinner for a small group, Amsterdam has several options on offer. Enjoy the intimacy and privacy of a private ...
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Hotel Not Hotel Amsterdam

Unusual hotels in Amsterdam

Your accommodation in the Dutch capital can be just as memorable as your sightseeing. In Amsterdam, you can choose from a number of truly unusual hote...
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Romantic hotel rooms and suites in Amsterdam

Here’s our pick of the most unique, luxurious or downright decadent hotel rooms and suites in Amsterdam, ideal for a naughty weekend getaway, an extra...
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Restaurant De Bokke Doorns

Restaurants worth travelling to from Amsterdam

Whether your taste buds are craving Michelin star sophistication, Dutch seaside dining or a fashionable modern eatery, there are plenty of delicious r...
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Castle Assumburg near Amsterdam

Unique places to stay in the Amsterdam Area

Here’s our selection of superlative lodgings that offer the perfect base for discovering the Amsterdam Area. And when you book don’t forge...
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Geert Snoeijer

Best spots for boating around Amsterdam

There is absolutely nothing half so much worth doing as messing around in a boat on the riverbank. Taking in the scenery and a breath of fresh air fro...
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La Rive Terrace Amstel Hotel Amsterdam

Best waterfront bars to go by boat

Summertime means boating time in Amsterdam. This watery city has a pretty special feature: cafés, bars and restaurants where you can moor your ...
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Best cocktail bars in Amsterdam

Let’s face it, cocktails are the bee’s knees. From cosy drinking holes on a dark and stormy night to more cosmopolitan establishments, Ams...
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Amsterdam's local luxury favourites

RIJKS

RIJKS, the restaurant of the Rijksmuseum, offers a locally-sourced menu that complements a lengthy stroll through the rooms of the museum. Where better to sample Dutch cuisine than right next to the hub of history and culture in Amsterdam.
Hotel Okura Amsterdam Yamazato Restaurant

Yamazato

Michelin-starred Japanese cuisine at the opulent Hotel Okura with views over the traditional garden.
Thomas Kuijpers Exhibition View 2021 Ravestijn Gallery Amsterdam

The Ravestijn Gallery

The Ravestijn Gallery has a focus on contemporary photography, presenting the works by a wide array of national and international artists.
Arcam Amsterdam Peter Hellebrand

ARCAM

Get acquainted with the history and future of Dutch architecture during a tour around Oosterdok and Eye Filmmuseum led by an architect of the Amsterdam Centre for Architecture.
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Taiko

Taiko at the Conservatorium Hotel serves an extensive menu of far Eastern delicacies, prepared using fresh, local produce and exclusive, imported ingredients.

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