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The best things to do in Amsterdam when it’s cold

It’s freezing cold outside and raining cats and dogs. Yes, it’s low season in tourist-land, but never boring. Still, lots to do in Amsterdam! Being a tour company running our tours mostly outside we have to be patient till the beginning of spring break next month! What can we suggest outside of bike tours- and […]

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Coffeeshops

Coffee Shop

Perhaps the most famous attraction in Amsterdam is the coffeeshop. But: here you are not in for the coffee. Leave your concerns at the door and enjoy good reggae music and its herbs. Visit one of the hundreds of coffeeshops in Amsterdam. Many in the centre, some very visible, some a bit hidden in the […]

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museums

Museums

Amsterdam has a wide range of museums. Whatever you might look for, from historical art to contemporary art, from colonial history to photography, everything is represented.  Below are some interesting museums: Amsterdam MuseumNieuwezijds Voorburgwal 359, 1012 RM Amsterdam RijksmuseumMuseumstraat 1, 1071 XX Amsterdam Van Gogh MuseumMuseumplein 6, 1071 DJ Amsterdam Anne Frank HousePrinsengracht 263-267, 1016 […]

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Red Light District Amsterdam

The Red Light District

Do not let your eyes be blinded by the red light in this district. The Wallen, where an erotic world opens right before your eyes. Women behind the windows, live sex-shops and peep-shows.Walkthrough the narrow alleys and visit the ancient church between the red lights. Different directions tip: Walk up the Zeedijk for the China […]

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Entertainment in Amsterdam

Entertainment

Listen, here are some entertainment suggestions for your next visit! Amsterdam is known for its great nightlife. Big clubs with several kinds of music like hip-hop & soul, house and lounge. Of course, it has also big pop temples with the world great bands. An overview of Amsterdam Travelcafé’s favourite entertainment places: Paradiso (Leidseplein) Winston […]

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The Jordaan - Amsterdam

The Jordaan

One of the most sparkling neighbourhoods in Amsterdam is the Jordaan. This traditionally working-class area reflects the real Amsterdam city life. Enjoy the streetscape and atmosphere that is often the subject in the original songs from Amsterdam. Look around in one of the cool shops and have a look at the North Market. Have a […]

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Boating

One of the things one must do in Amsterdam is to sail in a boat through its canals. View the city from the water and see it from a different perspective. Leave the Busy street and surrender yourself to the atmosphere of the city’s canals. Different directions tip: Rent a boat that you can control […]

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Parks in Amsterdam

City Parks

Whether the weather is good, you can go to one of Amsterdams many parks. The Vondelpark offers the perfect opportunity to picnic, a game of soccer or just to enjoy a drink in the sun. Also, there are other beautiful parks like the Oosterpark, Rembrandtpark, Flevopark, Sarphatipark. Different directions tip: The Westerpark. Here are the […]

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Markets

Visiting the city markets is the fastest way to get in touch with the people of Amsterdam. Interested in shopping for little money or fresh products to cook, there are several markets where you can go.The Albert Cuyp market has it all which also includes cosy terraces to relax after a long day of sightseeing. […]

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