Guia turistico Amsterdan english

AMSTERDAMPUBLISHING DATE: 2012-09-28 | COUNTRY CODE: NL

Contents: The City, Do & See, Eating, Cafes, Bars & Nightlife, Events, Shopping,Sleeping, Essential Information, Maps

Copyright © 2012 ArrivalGuides AB. All rights reserved. For more information visit:www.arrivalguides.com

With its characteristic canals (UNESCO World Heritage) surrounded by narrow, low and crooked 17th-century houses, Amsterdam is, without a doubt, one of the mostcharming capital cities in Europe. Here, you do your sightseeing trip by boat or bike,the shops are small, and the cafés often have terraces facing the water. With a richcultural life and a wide range of entertainment, Amsterdam is a full-scale city whichhas managed to retain its small-town feel. Highlights include the Van Gogh Museum,the Royal Palace and the Anne Frank House, but also the Zaanse Schans,Keukenhof ower garden and the traditional cheese market in the surrounding area.

Shopping& desire

deBijenkorf.nl

An exclusive department store with everything you could possibly desirede Bijenkorf Amsterdam Dam 1

http://www.gassan.com/

http://www.debijenkorf.nl/

THE CITY

A look at the map of Amsterdam shows that there are almost as many canals in the centre as there are streets.While most streets look more like alleys – short andnarrow – the canals are much wider. For this reason, notmany Amsterdam residents drive a car in the city, and itiseasier to travel around by boat or tram. Apart from this,bicycles are the most popular and practical means oftransport in Amsterdam, but it’s also an excellent city toexplore by foot.

Admittedly, you can easily get lost in Amsterdam, where the streets wind round like threads in a spider’s web. Butdon’t let that scare you, it’s a perfect place to get lost in!Beautiful house facades, a ower market, street musiciansand crowds of people are Amsterdam in a nutshell.Wandering aimlessly between the Central Station andVondelpark is entertainment in itself.

Anybody looking for more serious entertainment won’t be disappointed. In recent years, an increasing number ofmodern restaurants and bars have opened in areas suchas De Pijp and Oud-West. So don’t forget to explore theextraordinary neighbourhoods of Amsterdam. They allhave their own character and show a dierent side ofAmsterdam. Walking and cycling guides of Westerpark,Oud-West, De Pijp, De Plantage, Oostelijk Havengebied andNoord are available at the tourist oces.

Visit www.exploreamsterdam.nl for more information and to download the free audio tours in English and Dutch.

Tips for Trips in Amsterdam MetropolitanArea

From quaint countryside villages to larger historic cities, there’s a wealth of things to see and do within an hour’sexcursion from Amsterdam. There are plenty of boatcruises through the country’s urban and rural waterwaysfor a relaxed tour. To get another perspective, a busexcursion to the Zaanse Schans or New Land might be inorder. If bicycles are more your speed, we’verecommended tours and rental companies to get youpedaling in no time.

Keen for a stroll instead?

Check out a walking tour in Volendam or Monnickendam. Or why not try a Segway through Almere or anotheralternative excursion?

Internet: www.iamsterdam.com/metropolitanarea

Boat Trips Tips

Helping to ght back the sea and surrounding bog, there are 165 grachten (canals) in Amsterdam. Crossed by1,400 bridges, they stretch for 75.5 kilometres around thecity and are, on average, three metres deep.

UNESCO Heritage cruise

The city’s Canal District, has been recognized on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Book a 1 hour canal cruisewith VVV Amsterdam at:

Phone: +31 20 201 8800Internet: www.iamsterdam.com/visitingMore Info: [email protected]

Romantic Cruises

Enjoy a romantic 2 hours canal cruise meal with your special someone. Amsterdam City. Book at VVVAmsterdam:


MAKE YOUR TRIP START AT HOME | WWW.ARRIVALGUIDES.COM

Destination: AmsterdamPublishing date: 2012-09-28

Eco tip: electric boats

For those seeking a more ecofriendly ‘hop on, hop o’ experience, Canal Hopper operates electric sloops. Variousother companies also rent theseearth-friendly boats, giving canal cruisers the possibility to follow their own itineraries. Book at VVV Amsterdam:


Hop-on, Hop-off

Several ‘Hop on, hop o’ boat lines operate throughout the year, to help break down your tour into more bite-sizepieces. Book at VVV Amsterdam:


Captain your own: Canal Bike

Canal Bike rents out pedal boats from four moorings in thecity centre. These are a great way to discover a dierentside of Amsterdam at your own pace. Amsterdam City.Book at VVV Amsterdam:

Phone: +31 20 201 8800Internet: www.iamsterdam.com/visiting

Fortress Island Pampus

Explore an exposition of the UNESCO World Heritage recognized Defense Line of Amsterdam in this fortress onan island, nearby Amsterdam. Harbour Amsterdam IJburg.Only 15 min from Central Station, tram 26 – last stop

Phone: +31 20 427 8888Internet: www.amsterdamboatexcursion.com

Amsterdam Castle Muiderslot

Tour the most beautiful and best kept medieval castle in the Netherlands. Fortress Stretch. Book at HarbourAmsterdam IJburg:

Phone: +31 20 427 8888Internet: www.iamsterdam.com/metropolitanarea

Canal Cruise Haarlem

Haarlem’s historic city centre and major scenic rivers, the Spaarne and the Nel, oer quite the visual attraction forcruisers. Book at Post Verkade Cruises:

Phone: +31 23 535 7723More Info: [email protected]

Varen op de Zaan

Rent an electric boat from Zaandam, perfect for day trips or simply relaxing around town. Book at VVV Amsterdam:


DO & SEE

Amsterdam’s fantastic architecture is best seen from a sightseeing boat on the canals. But visiting at least acouple of art museums is also a must in this elegant,cultured city. There is plenty to do and see in theAmsterdam Metropolitan Area!

Cycle Amsterdam

See Amsterdam the way localsee it – by bike! Familiariseyourself with Amsterdam andits diverse neighbourhoodsand architecture, cycle alongthe waterfront, and enjoy a

local beer across from an iconic windmill.

Tours run daily. More walking tours are available from Urban Adventures.



Phone: +31 299 411 111Internet: www.urbanadventures.comMore Info: Holders of this guide receive 10% o. Book online and use promo code AGEU at checkout.

I amsterdam City Card

Explore everything Amsterdam has to oer with the I amsterdam City Card. This card is your public transportpass, your ticket to Amsterdam’s top attractions and yourvoucher for great discounts and free surprises. Visitworld-class museums, take a cruise through the charmingcanals and sample the local delicacies. All for free or asignicant discount! The I amsterdam City Card is trulyyour key to the city.

Choose from a 24, 48 or 72 hours I amsterdam City Cardfor € 40, €50 and € 60.

Address: Stationsplein 10Phone: +31 20 201 8800Internet: www.iamsterdamcitycard.comMore Info: Available at Tourist Oce Noord-Zuid Hollands Koehuis, Stationsplein 10, Holland Tourist Information at Schiphol Airport Arrivalshall 2 and other locations.

Canal cruise

Sightseeing boats depart continually during the day from the Central Station, Damrak and the Rijksmuseum. Theguided tours take one hour. Another alternative is theCanal Bus, with twenty stops close to the major museums,attractions and shopping areas. With your day ticket, youcan hop on and hop o all day long.

Address: Weteringschans 26-1Phone: +31 20 623 9886Internet: www.canal.nl/bus

Van Gogh Museum

Due to major restoration work the Van Gogh Museum will be closed from the end of September 2012 through April2013. Because the museum attracts over one and a halfmillion visitors every year, the Hermitage has been chosenas a presentation area for a large part of the collection.The Hermitage Amsterdam will be exhibiting around 75

major paintings and a number of works on paper by VanGogh.

Address: Paulus Potterstraat 7Phone: +31 20 570 5200Internet: www.vangoghmuseum.nl

Rijksmuseum

The Rijksmuseum is the largest and most important museum of the Netherlands with a collection of nearly 1million objects, including many masterpieces. Perhaps themost famous painting is Rembrandt’s Night Watch. Duringthe renovation the very best of its collection is on show inthe Philips Wing as part of The Masterpieces. The mainbuilding reopens in 2013.

Address: Jan Luijkenstraat 1Phone: +31 20 674 7000Internet: www.rijksmuseum.nl

Hermitage Amsterdam

On the 29th of September, a large portion of the Van Gogh Museum collection will be relocated to theHermitage Amsterdam, including 75 highlights, works onpaper, and a selection from the letters. Never before hasthe famous Van Gogh collection been on display under thesame roof as so many famous French contemporariesfrom the Hermitage. The Van Gogh collection is shown inthe Hermitage until the 25th of April 2013.

Address: Amstel 51Phone: +31 20 530 7488Internet: www.hermitage.nl

Amsterdam Museum

The Amsterdam Museum tells the compelling story of the growth and heyday of the Dutch capital. Discover sevencenturies of the city’s history – once a small settlement onthe banks of the Amstel, and now a bustling, diversemetropolis.

Address: Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal 357 / Kalverstraat 92Phone: +31 20 523 1822Internet: www.amsterdammuseum.nl



Anne Frank Huis (Anne Frank’s House)

Anne Frank and her family spent over two years in hiding in the back of the building at the Prinsengracht. Theformer hiding place is now a museum. Among the manywritings in the collection is the diary of Anne Frank. Avoidthe queue by buying tickets online or visit the museum at09:00 or after 18:00.

Address: Prinsengracht 267Phone: +31 20 556 7105Internet: www.annefrank.org

EYE the new film museum

If you love lms and cinematography be sure to visit EYE. The EYE Film Institute Netherlands moved to a newultramodern building along the IJ waterway in April 2012.It will continue to show a wide variety of lms. EYE is alsothe only institute in the Netherlands with a collection oflm related memorabilia, including posters, photos andequipment from various periods that connect the past,present and future of the cinematographic industry.

Address: IJpromenade 1Phone: +31 20 589 1400Internet: www.eyelm.nl

Madame Tussauds Amsterdam

You won’t see this many celebrities together anywhere else. From lm stars to sporting heroes, from the GoldenCentury to modern times, national and international artists,Madame Tussauds truly has something for everyone.Who would you like to meet? Are you looking for anotheractivity to complete your day out in Amsterdam? Thenbook a combination ticket with a visit to The AmsterdamDungeon.

Address: Dam 20Phone: +31 20 523 0623Internet: www.madametussauds.nl

Gassan Diamonds

Every day in the historic and beautiful heart of Amsterdam, rough diamonds are transformed into dazzling

jewels. And you can experience the sensation of diamondcutting rst-hand and view every stage of the process.Step into the exciting world of more than four centuries ofcraftsmanship and tradition. It is sure to be anunforgettable experience.

Address: Nieuwe Uilenburgerstraat 173-175Phone: +31 20 622 5333Internet: www.gassan.com

Heineken Experience

The Heineken Brandstore is the ocial Heineken store withmore than 250 unique products and a Beershop. Fromdesign bottles and gadgets to gift packages and uniqueHeineken t-shirts. The store exists of six monumentalbuildings and has a modern design. You will nd theHeineken Brandstore in the heart of Amsterdam, betweenRembrandt square and Waterloo square.

Address: Stadhouderskade 78Phone: +31 20 523 9435Internet: www.heinekenexperience.com

Zaanse Schans

A must see in the Amsterdam Metropolitan Area is the Zaanse Schans with its traditional Dutch wooden houses,mills and little shops. Here you will experience howworkers in the 17th and 18th centuries lived and worked.You’ll get an even better impression if you visit the ZaansMuseum too, a museum on the rise of industry.

Address: Schansend 7 ZaandamPhone: +31 75 681 0000Internet: www.zaanseschans.nl

Keukenhof flower garden

32 hectares of the nest owers, plants, gardens and woods: this is the world-famous Keukenhof in Lisse. Thesights and scents are a veritable feast for the senses.Open from mid March until mid May.

Address: Stationsweg 166a LissePhone: +31 252 465 555Internet: www.keukenhof.nl



Flower auction FloraHolland

The Netherlands is the international trade centre for owers and plants with its epicentre, FloraHolland inAalsmeer, being the largest ower auction house in theworld. The auctions are a fascinating sight and well worthgetting up early for!

Address: Legmeerdijk 313 AalsmeerPhone: +31 297 398 050Internet: www.oraholland.com

The National Maritime Museum

The National Maritime Museum invites its visitors to explore the ways in which our culture has been shaped bythe sea. This can be seen and experienced during theclarifying, stimulating and inspiring exhibitions andperformances. The building has been completely restoredand modernised. The courtyard is now covered by a glassroof. The Open Pleyn allows you to easily nd your way tothe exhibitions, attractions, the restaurant, the gift shopand the waterside terrace. Naturally, the replica of theDutch East India Company ship ’Amsterdam’ will be lyingat the jetty again.

Address: Kattenburgerplein 1Phone: +31 20 523 2222Internet: www.hetscheepvaartmuseum.nl

Museum of Bags and Purses

Travel through time, history and fashion in the company ofthe impressive collection of bags in the Museum of Bagsand Purses. The only museum in the world with such anextensive and specialized collection, the Museum of Bagsand Purses tells the history of the western handbag fromthe late Middle Ages right up to the present.

Address: Herengracht 573Phone: +31 20 524 6452Internet: www.tassenmuseum.nl

House of Bols Cocktail & Genever Experience

A visit to House of Bols Cocktail & Genever Experience is an unforgettable interactive experience of the glamorous

world of cocktails and bartending. Visitors nd out allabout Lucas Bols - the oldest distilled spirit brand in theworld, which has been made in Amsterdam since 1575.The tour ends in the revolutionary Mirror Bar, whereprofessional bartenders mix delicious Genever Cocktails inthe avour of your choice.

Address: Paulus Potterstraat 14Phone: +31 20 570 8575Internet: www.houseofbols.com

EATING

For many centuries, the Dutch have travelled the world in search of trade and adventure. It is therefore notsurprising that the Amsterdam Metropolitan Area isfamiliar with every kind of spice and avour. Italian,Spanish, Thai, Chinese, Tibetan, Nepalese, Ethiopian, if youcan think it there’s most probably a restaurant that servesit.

d’Vijff Vlieghen

Restaurant d’Vij Vlieghen occupies ve adjoining 17th century houses. The restaurant has nine interconnecteddining rooms, each with its own distinct style. All of themrecreate the atmosphere of the Golden Age. d’Vij Vlieghennow is leading because of its New Dutch Cuisine. Thechef has based his style on Holland’s culinary traditionswhilst adapting them to the tastes of today.

Address: Spuistraat 294-302Phone: +31 20 530 4060Internet: www.theveies.com

Ciel Bleu

Experience heaven on earth at a restaurant where the



gastronomy and personal service will repeatedly surpassall of your expectations. Chefs Onno Kokmeijer and ArjanSpeelman and their team will serve you daring originaldishes inspired by French cuisine while you take in thepanoramic view of Amsterdam. A choice selection ofclassic and innovative wines complete this unparalleledculinary experience. The restaurant is the proud holder oftwo Michelin stars and is located on the 23rd oor ofHotel Okura.

Address: Ferdinand Bolstraat 333Phone: +31 20 678 7450Internet: www.cielbleu.nl

Moeders

The tables are set with all kinds of dierent glassware, cutlery and crockery. The walls are lled with hundreds offramed and unframed pictures along with antique pans,plates and biscuit tins. Moeders is characterized by aninformal atmosphere and friendly service. Moeders isknown for several Dutch specialities (hachée, suddervleesand stamppot). And for those who don’t want to enjoy allof this, there are plenty of other things to choose from theextensive, international menu.

Address: Rozengracht 251Phone: +31 20 626 7957Internet: www.moeders.com

The IJ-kantine

The IJ-kantine is a cheerful and contemporary styled brasserie, located on the harbor in Amsterdam NorthNDSM. Wake up every day starting at 9.00 am with a cupof coee and breakfast. Later in the day, delicious lunchesand dinners are served traditionally prepared. Located onthe two mezzanines including the lounge with replace.

Address: MT. Ondinaweg 15-17Phone: +31 20 633 0865Internet: www.ijkantine.nl

Brasserie FLO Amsterdam

Enjoy the French cuisine at Brasserie FLO Amsterdam.

The restaurant is famous for its fruit de mer buet andclassic French menu. Oysters, lobster and langoustinesbut also escargots, steak tartare and crème brûlée arealways in the menu. Needless to say all dishes areaccompanied by great wines. Brasserie FLO Amsterdam isopened daily for dinner and from Monday to Friday forlunch as well.

Address: Amstelstraat 9Phone: +31 20 809 4757Internet: www.oamsterdam.com

Fifteen

Fifteen Amsterdam is a Dutch restaurant based on the successful concept of Jamie Oliver’s Fifteen in London.Every year fteen young people with limited futureprospects are chosen and trained to become chefs. Thishuge restaurant (200 seats) is set up in a formerwarehouse and serves modern Mediterranean dishes.Fifteen has an à la carte menu with lovely dishes such asantipasti, homemade pastas and great desserts.

Address: Singel 460Phone: +31 20 521 8555Internet: www.odeontheater.nlMore Info: tram 1, 2, 54 to Koningsplein

The Culinaire Werkplaats

A novel eating initiative & experience located opposite Amsterdam’s culture park Westergasfabriek. It’s a blend ofa design studio, a workshop, a restaurant, a cookingstudio, a bakery, a gallery and some other ’secret’ingredients. They create contemporary dishes, snacks,bites, delicatessen, new foods and sometimes even newways of eating.

Address: Fannius Scholtenstraat 10Phone: +31 6 54 64 65 76Internet: www.deculinairewerkplaats.nl

Restaurant De Koekfabriek

De Koekfabriek is a café-restaurant located in the former Verkade cookie factory. The restaurant is situated along



the river Zaan, close to Zaandam’s centre. The cuisine isSouth European / North African.

Address: Westzijde 188 ZaandamPhone: +31 75 616 8320Internet: www.dekoekfabriek.nl

Theetuin Overleek

Theetuin Overleek (tea garden) welcomes you to a beautiful rural area with delicious homemade cakes.Discover the nature reserve of Waterland with itsmonumental villages with wooden houses by silent electricmotorboats or canoes which can be hired at the spot. Youcan choose to take a picknick on the boat or afterwardsuse lunch in the garden with a beautiful view. They alsoserve homemade high tea. An ideal daytrip only 10 kmnorth of Amsterdam.

Address: Overleek 6 MonnickendamPhone: +31 29 965 2735Internet: www.theetuinoverleek.nl

Brasserie Harkema

Brasserie Harkema is a contemporary version of the classic Parisian brasserie in the heart of Amsterdam. Theestablishment is a pleasant and styleful meeting placewhere you can enjoy excellent meals and special wines atreasonable prices. Brasserie Harkema is open seven daysa week, oering at each moment of the day acosmopolitan environment in which to lunch, to havecoee after shopping, to dine, to drink a bottle of wine withbar snacks or to have supper after a theatre visit.

Address: Nes 67Phone: +31 20 428 2222Internet: www.brasserieharkema.nl

The Pancake Bakery

A cosy pancake house located in a 17th-century Dutch East India Company canal house at the Prinsengracht inAmsterdam. The famous ‘international’ pancakes arebased on various dishes from all over the world.

Address: Prinsengracht 191

Phone: +31 20 625 1333Internet: www.pancake.nl

Manzano

Tapas restaurant Manzano is located at the Rozengracht ina beautiful monumental building from the year 1648. Theplace where the famous Lucas Bols once started to distilhis liquors is now turned into one of the best and nesttapas restaurants of Holland. With their extensive winemenu, excellent sangria, friendly sta and ne tapas theyhave all the ingredients for a great night out inAmsterdam.

Address: Rozengracht 106Phone: +31 20 611 9119Internet: www.manzano.nl

Bazar Amsterdam

Immerse yourself in the wondrous culinary world of Bazar. This Middle Eastern and North African restaurant hidesbehind the doors of an old church in the heart of De Pijpneighbourhood of Amsterdam. The buzz of the Albert Cuypmarket outside carries over into the restaurant – a visit toBazar is like stepping into an eastern fairy tale.

Address: Albert Cuypstraat 182Phone: +31 20 675 0544Internet: www.bazaramsterdam.nl

Lucius

As a gourmet sh lover, you will enjoy the pure sh dishes and the subtle prepared sh specialties. Lucius is the placeto eat a plateau of fruits de mer or various fresh oysters.Since 1975 Lucius is well-known as a genuine shrestaurant in french brasserie style. Everything is focusedon a lovely night dining out.

Address: Spuistraat 247Phone: +31 20 624 1831Internet: www.lucius.nl



CAFES

XtraCold IceBar

The name says it all: everything in the XtraCold IceBar is made of ice. The walls, the bar, the couch, the replaceand even the glasses! When entering the café, you aregiven special clothing to cope with the icy coldtemperature. The beautiful ice sculptures by world-famousartists provide the ultimate ice experience.

Address: Amstel 194-194Phone: +31 20 320 5700Internet: www.xtracold.com

Grand Café Ovidius

Café and brasserie Ovidius is located in the very heart of Amsterdam, close to the Royal Palace, inside the luxuriousshopping mall Magna Plaza. The building dates from1895 and is Amsterdam’s former main post oce. It islisted among the top 100 most important public buildingsfrom a cultural and historical perspective.

Address: Spuistraat 139Phone: +31 20 620 8977Internet: www.ovidius.nl

Café de Jaren

Café de Jaren is one of the largest cafés in Amsterdam. The building features a spacious café on the ground oorwith an international reading-table, a pleasant restaurantwith large-choice salad bar on the rst oor, as well as asuperb canal-view terrace.

Address: Nieuwe Doelenstraat 20-22

Phone: +31 20 6255 771Internet: www.cafedejaren.nl

Café de Prins

Café de Prins is to be found on one of the most beautiful stretches of the Prinsengracht. Across from theWesterkerk (Western Church) and the Anne Frank House,on the edge of the Jordaan, it is surrounded by history.Although the Prins has retained its typical ‘brown café’character, its kitchen has become one of its mostimportant features in recent years.

Address: Prinsengracht 124Phone: +31 20 6249 382Internet: www.deprins.nl

Hard Rock Cafe

In the centre of Amsterdam you will nd great American classic dining and a museum’s worth of rock memorabiliaat Hard Rock Cafe. The waterside bar and specialtycocktails are not to be missed but it’s also a great placefor delicious appetizers, sandwiches, entrees andmouth-watering desserts.

Address: Max Euweplein 57-61Phone: +31 20 523 7625Internet: www.hardrock.com/amsterdam

Caffe Ristretto

Cae Ristretto is located on the top oor of Magna Plaza Shopping Centre. The café oers a great view at the insideof the monumental building. Besides many coeespecialties they serve a great variety of lunch dishes suchas sandwiches, soups, salads and noodles.

Address: Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal 182Phone: +31 20 4227 030Internet: www.caeristretto.nl

Proeflokaal De Admiraal

‘De Admiraal’ is one of the most beautiful, authentic decorated tastingrooms of Amsterdam. You will besurrounded by distillery kettles, old distillery tools andwooden casks. ’De Admiraal’ is a nice place to have a quiet



drink or a proper meal with special wines from thewinelist. You may order a special liquor- or genever-tastingfor friends or business-relations starting from 10 people.

Address: Herengracht 319Phone: +31 20 625 4334Internet: www.proeokaaldeadmiraal.nl

Proeflokaal De Drie Fleschjes

At the base of the New Church is distiller Bootz’s samplinghouse ‘De Drie Fleschjes’ (1650). Theassortment comprises 21 dierent liqueurs and 5 brandsof Dutch genever, amongst which the famous corenwijn.The interior with the characteristic wall of vats and thesand on the wooden oor is authentic.

Address: Gravenstraat 18Phone: +31 20 6248 443Internet: www.bolscorenwyn.nl

‘t Blauwe Theehuis

In the centre of the 19th century Vondelpark is a building that looks something like a ying saucer. Café ‘t BlauweTheehuis (Blue Tea House) is built like three rings on topof each other. This unusual construction and the largesurrounding terrace (700 places) attracts hoards ofcreative Amsterdam residents at the rst ray of sunshine.You can even enjoy yourself here in the winter because ofthe outdoor electric heaters. On Sundays, deejays spinlaidback music.

Address: Vondelpark 5Phone: +31 20 6620 254Internet: www.blauwetheehuis.nl

Momo

You will nd the ultra cosmopolitan Momo in the Park Hotel not far from the Leidseplein. This modern, stylishand elegant bar has a busy yet relaxing atmosphere.

Address: Hobbemakade 1Phone: +31 20 671 7474Internet: www.momo-amsterdam.nl

BARS & NIGHTLIFE

The dance clubs in Amsterdam might feel too small for somebody who is used to ashy clubs in NY, LA orLondon. But these clubs can be just as entertaining andcompletely crazy. Hip, laid-back or sophisticated – thechoice is yours!

AIR

Raising from the ashes of legendary club iT on the Amstelstraat in central Amsterdam, AIR’s interior has beenbrought to life by the talented designer imagination ofDutchman Marcel Wanders. His lively design features ahost of surprises and the theatrical, intimate result is afeast for the senses. Each area has its own style and feelwhich lends an extra dimension to exploring the club.

Address: Amstelstraat 24Phone: +31 20 824 0670Internet: www.air.nl

Bourbon Street

Bourbon Street Blues Club is hard to miss when strolling down Leidsekruissstraat, around the corner fromLeidseplein - the Blues Brothers are dancing on the roof.Live blues and roots music play every night of the weekwith free entry before 23:00 most nights.

Address: Leidsekruisstraat 6-8Phone: +31 20 623 3440Internet: www.bourbonstreet.nl

The Sugar Factory

The Sugar Factory has brought a new concept into the Amsterdam nightlife. An integration of art, music, culture,theatre and club. Multidisciplinary programming brings



you innovative parties, young talent, live shows, new disco,progressive clubs, poetry, dance oor jazz, art, big bandsand a creatively motivated public.

Address: Lijnbaansgracht 238Phone: +31 20 627 0008Internet: www.sugarfactory.nl

Supperclub

If you are looking for an unusual dinner experience in an unexpected place and are not afraid to discover thecreative corners of your personality then knock onSupperclub’s door. Freedom is the keyword at Supperclub.It’s a mix of food, music, performances, art, the sta and...you.

Address: Jonge Roelensteeg 21Phone: +31 20 344 6400Internet: www.supperclub.nl

Escape

One of Amsterdam’s biggest and most popular night clubs, situated in the ’entertainment area’ that isRembrandtplein, Escape is always teaming with prettyyoung things. Musically speaking, expect all popular stylesof dance music house, electro, techno and pop by bothAmsterdam’s nest and world-famous DJs like Tiësto,Kevin Saunderson and Todd Terry.

Address: Rembrandtplein 11Phone: +31 20 622 1111Internet: www.escape.nl

Paradiso

Paradiso has been a centre for pop culture since the 1960s. Today, after thousands and thousands of concerts,the pop venue has reached worldwide recognition.Though national and international pop music is theprimary focus, programming has now been expanded toinclude other disciplines such as classical, world music,festivals and spoken word.

Address: Weteringschans 6-8Phone: +31 20 626 4521

Internet: www.paradiso.nl

Melkweg

Theatre and pop venue. Housed in a former sugar warehouse, which later became a dairy factory. Over 200events take place annually, for a total of 220.000 visitors.De Melkweg was founded in 1970. The entrance ofrestaurant `Eat at Jo’s` is situated on the Marnixstraat.Apart from a restaurant there is a lunch café and there arebars in each of the auditoriums.

Address: Lijnbaansgracht 234 APhone: +31 20 531 8181Internet: www.melkweg.nl

EVENTS

No matter what time of year you decide to visit, there´s always something going on in Amsterdam. The city oersa constantly changing mix of festivals, fairs and parades.Lovers of classical music, ballet and modern dancefrequently take in performances by some of the world’sbiggest stars. And with jazz, pop and club events occurringdaily, there’s always something for everyone. This year,Amsterdam is again hosting plenty of excitingperformances and concerts featuring leading artists fromall over the world. Language is no barrier at these festivals,some of which are even free of charge.

Website: www.iamsterdam.com/whats-on

Schipbreuk. De noodlottige reis van deBatavia - "Shipwreck. The ill-fated journey ofthe Batavia"

On 28 October 1628 the brand new VOC return ship the Batavia sets sail from its anchorage at Texel for a long,



hazardous journey to the East Indies: a voyage the shipwould never complete. The Bataviawerf, Nieuw Land andthe Rijksdienst have together created a much talked-aboutexhibition about the old and the new Batavia for thisCultural Heritage Site. The exhibition is a true experiencefor young and old, allowing you to ‘experience’ the fatalvoyage with one of the seamen as your guide. Originalartefacts from the wreck of the Batavia can also be seen,including the skeleton of a sailor and a precious cameo.

Address: Museum Nieuw Land, LelystadMore Info: 08 October 2011 - 28 October 2012

Last Minute Ticketshop

Last minute tickets with 50% discount are on sale at the AUB Last Minute Ticketshop.

Tickets are also for sale at the Central Libary, Oosterdokskade 143 and Tourist Oce Noord-ZuidHollands Koehuis, Stationsplein 10.

Address: Leidseplein 26Phone: +31 20 795 9950Internet: www.lastminuteticketshop.nlMore Info: In the city theatre.

Bonnard, Vuillard, Denis

17.03.2012 - 14.09.2012. In the summer of 2012 the Hermitage Amsterdam focuses on a relatively unknowngroup of French artists: the Nabis (Hebrew for„prophets‟). The group, including artists such as PierreBonnard (1867–1947), Édouard Vuillard (1868–1940)and Maurice Denis (1870–1943), together with otherinnovators like Renoir, Monet, Van Gogh and Gauguin,heralded the arrival of modern art. The paintings andsculptures that are being brought to Amsterdam werealmost all collected by Morozov and Sergei Shchukin.These two wealthy industrialists were among the rstRussian collectors of modern non-Russian artists.

Internet: www.hermitage.nl

Exhibitions - September 2012

Reopening of the Stedelijk Museum.The Stedelijk Museum Amsterdam on the Museumplein will be reopening its doors at the 23rd of September of2012. The Stedelijk has gained an extension known as the„bathtub‟ a spectacular wing on the Museumplein side,designed by the Benthem Crouwel agency. Excitingexhibitions of modern art will be on show here. Theentrance to the museum, the restaurant and the museumshop will also be located in the new wing.

Temporary Stedelijk 3.Until its reopening in 2012 the Stedelijk Museum presents’Temporary Stedelijk 3: Stedelijk @’, a programme ofperformances, lm screenings, lectures, discussions,interviews, live music, book presentations and many otherevents at dierent locations. The activities have beendeveloped in partnership with a number of culturalinstitutions in Amsterdam, including the RoyalConcertgebouw Orchestra, the University of Amsterdam, IfI Can’t Dance I Don’t Want To Be Part of Your Revolutionand the Stedelijk Museum Bureau Amsterdam (SMBA).

Address: Stedelijk MuseumInternet: www.stedelijk.nl

SHOPPING

With everything from multi-level department stores to one-of-a-kind boutiques and antiques to contemporaryDutch design, Amsterdam inspires even the mostcultivated shopper. Besides the main streets Kalverstraatand Leidsestraat highlights include the P.C. Hooftstraat



with luxury boutiques and designer stores, the exclusiveshopping centre Magna Plaza, the Spiegelkwartier districtwith more than 70 antique shops and galleries and thelively Haarlemmerdijk and Utrechtsestraat. The oatingower market is located on the Singel canal between theKoningsplein and the Muntplein.

9 Straatjes

The Negen Straatjes (nine little streets) intersect the main canals between the Leidsestraat and the Jordaan district,and are dotted with great restaurants, cafés, art galleries,jewellers, boutiques and vintage stores. With anexceptional array of styles, trends and prices, this area istruly a shopper’s paradise.

Address: Singel-PrinsengrachtInternet: www.de9straatjes.nlMore Info: Between Singel-Prinsengracht and Raadhuisstraat-Leidsegracht.

Albert Cuyp Market

There’s no place like the Albert Cuyp street market to nd your typical Amsterdam sense of humour and laid backatmosphere. Since 1905 the “Cuyp” fascinates her visitors.The Albert Cuyp is situated in the heart of the 19thcentury quartier De Pijp, Amsterdam’s “Quartier Latin” .Closed on Sunday.

Address: Albert CuypstraatInternet: www.albertcuypmarkt.nl

de Bijenkorf

De Bijenkorf Amsterdam is an inspiring, trend-setting and dynamic department store at Dam square. De Bijenkorf isthe multibrandstore of the Netherlands with internationalbrands such as Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Hermès, Ferragamo,Burberry, Hugo Boss, Apple, Nespresso, Chanel and M.A.C.Cosmetics. The surprising and breathtaking decorations inde Bijenkorf’s unique shop windows make them one ofAmsterdam’s real attractions. Live theatre, dance andmusic performances can be seen there on a regular basis.Occupying 21,000 m2, de Bijenkorf Amsterdam is the

city’s largest department store. The store is open sevendays a week.

Address: Dam 1Phone: +31 800 0818Internet: www.deBijenkorf.nl

Magna Plaza

Magna Plaza means indoor shopping pleasure in a historical building, right behind the Royal Palace. Theformer post oce of Amsterdam was built by the end ofthe 19th century and nowadays it’s an exclusive shoppingcentre with more than 40 brand stores. Open seven daysa week.

Address: Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal 182Internet: www.magnaplaza.nl

SLEEPING

Planning a romantic weekend getaway, a vacation or a business trip? With some 350 hotels in the city, you aresure to nd the right location and budget for you. Hotelaccommodations vary from budget 1 star and youthhostels to 5 star deluxe.

The Dylan Amsterdam

The Dylan Amsterdam is one of the most special hotels of Amsterdam. These days, the hotel is visited by manycelebrities, but is also very popular among the young andstylish locals, who want to drink a cocktail in the popularBar Barbou or have an exclusive dinner in the awardedrestaurant Vinkeles. The rooms are all incredible designed,combining historical aspects with modern technologies,and the amazing personal service guarantees anexperience you will never forget.



Address: Keizersgracht 384Phone: +31 20 530 2010Internet: www.dylanamsterdam.com

Citysightseeing

The internationally recognised luxury DoubleTree by HiltonAmsterdam Centraal Station is situated less than 20minutes from Schiphol Airport and two minutes’ walk fromAmsterdam Central station. It is located on Eastern DockIsland and is easily accessible by train, boat, car, bike orairplane. To the leading architects it is a modern hotel ofexcellence achieved in an area which undoubtedly will be anew hotspot for both Amsterdam as (inter)nationalvisitors.

Address: Oosterdoksstraat 4Phone: +31 20 530 08 00Internet: www.doubletree1.hilton.com

Hotel de l’Europe

Hotel de l’Europe is a ve star hotel, located in the heart ofAmsterdam, with 100 elegant, tastefully decorated rooms,varying from luxurious single and double rooms to aromantic bridal suite, junior suites and suites completewith sitting room and separate bedroom. The lovelyterrace, situated right on the river Amstel, has amagnicent view.

Address: Nieuwe Doelenstraat 2-14Phone: +31 20 531 1777Internet: www.leurope.nl

Park Hotel Amsterdam

Relax and enjoy the city centre of Amsterdam while staying at Park Hotel. Park Hotel Amsterdam boasts 189guestrooms including state-of-the-art contemporarybedrooms and extraordinary suites. The new superior,executive rooms and suites have all been completelyredesigned to showcase style, comfort and intimacy. Thehotel’s restaurant MOMO combines the renement of thewestern kitchen with the passion of the Asian culture.

Address: Stadhouderskade 25Phone: +31 20 671 1222

Internet: www.parkhotel.nl

NH Doelen

The NH Doelen is the oldest hotel in Amsterdam. It’s a fourstar hotel, located in a historic building on the riverAmstel. On the rst oor of the hotel, the wall on whichRembrandt painted his famous Nachtwacht (Night Watch)can still be found. The entire building has an 18th centuryfeel.

Address: Nieuwe Doelenstraat 24Phone: +31 20 554 6000Internet: www.nh-hotels.com

Qbic Hotel

Qbic Hotel is a self-service design hotel." Guests do everything themselves, checking in is possible through adigital check-in desk. The hotel is ideal for businesstravellers and leisure guests that want to pay a visit toAmsterdam. For all your information and questions wehave service managers at the hotel. The QbicLiving istrendy and warm and its atmosphere is unique in everyQbic Hotel Talented designers and architects, such asFeran Thomassen for Amsterdam, express their individualcreative ideas. The living area contains an electronic kiosk,with an i-touch screen that gives guests access to usefulinformation on gourmet restaurants in town or the lmsshowing in local cinemas.

Address: Mathijs Vermeulenpad 1Phone: +31 43 321 11 11Internet: www.qbichotels.com

Mövenpick Hotel Amsterdam City Centre

The Mövenpick Hotel Amsterdam City Centre is located onthe water’s edge yet within walking distance from the oldcentre of Amsterdam and the Central Station. Oering408 rooms equipped with ve star facilities, with anexcellent view over the harbour or the city, the hotel isalso the perfect location for large or small conferences.The hotel is 100% non-smoking.

Address: Piet Heinkade 11



Phone: +31 20 519 1200Internet: www.moevenpick-amsterdam.com

Hotel Casa 400

Hotel Casa 400 is a unique brand new three star hotel in Amsterdam, which oers 520 comfortable rooms, aspacious lobby, restaurant and bar, underground parkingand a conference centre with 13 meeting rooms. HotelCasa 400 is conveniently situated near the city centre ofAmsterdam, and very accessible by public transport.

Address: Eerste Ringdijkstraat 4Phone: +31 20 207 8120Internet: www.hotelcasa400.nl

Stayokay Amsterdam Vondelpark

Stayokay Amsterdam Vondelpark is one of the largest and most up-to-date hostels in Europe. It has a unique locationin the middle of the famous Vondelpark – a stone’s throwfrom the city’s shopping streets, museums and vibrantnightlife. The hostel’s facilities are excellent and eachroom has its own private shower and toilet.

Address: Zandpad 5Phone: +31 20 589 8996Internet: www.stayokay.nl/vondelpark

Eden Amsterdam American Hotel

The Eden Amsterdam American Hotel is centrally located right in the vibrant heart of the city, at the Leidseplein. Thehotel has 175 comfortable rooms combining theJugendstil architecture with modern facilities. The EdenAmsterdam American Hotel has a history going back tothe ‘roaring twenties’. Great men and women have stayedhere. For breakfast, lunch and dinner you can visit CaféAmericain, with its signature art-deco interior.

Address: Leidsekade 97Phone: +31 020 556 3000Internet: www.edenamsterdamamericanhotel.com

B&B Wladimir

Bed & Breakfast Wladimir has two stylish rooms for 2 to 3 persons, located on the ground oor at the courtyard

(private entrance). A quiet location in the lively Jordaanarea, City Centre. Within walking distance of the shoppingstreets, restaurants, musea, theatres and Vondelpark. For apersonal and private place in Amsterdam, you are mostwelcome at Wladimir Studios.

Address: Lijnbaansgracht 166Phone: +31 20 622 18 17More Info: [email protected]

ESSENTIAL INFORMATION

Airport

Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is a modern, ecient and user-friendly airport. 90 airlines depart from Schiphol toover 250 destinations worldwide. The easiest andcheapest way to travel from the airport to Amsterdam isby train. This takes about 20 minutes to the CentralStation and trains depart at least every 15 minutes. Thetrain station at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is locateddirectly below the airport. Tickets (one-way € 3,70) are forsale at the NS service desk or ticket machines.

Taxis to the city centre cost about € 42 and can take a while, depending on trac.

Phone: +31 20 794 0800Internet: www.schiphol.nl / Trains: www.ns.nl

Public Transport

It goes without saying that visitors to Amsterdam want to make the most of their stay and see as much as possible.Public transport is the perfect way to visit all attractionsand to explore the city. Visitors arriving by car are advised



to park the car at the P+R sites at the city limits (€ 8 / 24hours, incl. max. 5 public transport tickets) and to usepublic transport. 16 tram lines, 55 bus lines, 5 (free) ferryconnections and 4 metro lines take you to a wide range ofdestinations throughout the city. The most convenienttransport ticket is a GVB 24/48/72/96 OV chip card.These tickets entitle holders to transport on all GVB lines,including the night buses. Available at GVB Tickets & Infoand tourist oces. Drivers and conductors also sell 1-hour(€ 2,60) and 24-hours (€ 7) disposable OV chip cards ontrams and buses.

Phone: +31 20 460 6060Internet: www.gvb.nl

Taxi

Amsterdam has special cab-stands. These stands, which are identied by blue taxi signs, can be found near touristhotspots such as Dam square, Leidseplein and theRembrandtplein.

Phone: +31 20 777 7777Internet: www.tcataxi.nl

Post

At the main post oce, you can phone, fax and buy maps and stamps, in addition to the usual services. Openinghours: Monday - Friday 07:30 - 18:30, Saturday 07:30 -09:30. Stamps can also be bought in most shops.

Address: Singel 250Internet: www.postnl.nl

Pharmacy

Pharmacies (in Dutch: apotheek) are usually open Monday through Friday, from 09:00 to 17:30. At night and in theweekends there is always some pharmacy open on arotating shifts. To nd out which pharmacy is open, call acentral number for pharmacies (Informatie dienstdoendeapotheken):

Phone: +31 20 592 3315

Dentist

Call +31 20 570 9595 for 24-hour dental care.

Telephone

Country code: +31Area code: 020

Electricity

220 V

Population767.000

CurrencyEuro, 1€ = 100 cents

Internetwww.iamsterdam.com

NewspapersVolkskrantDe TelegraafHet Parool NRC HandelsbladAD

Emergency numbers112

Tourist informationNoord-Zuid Hollands KoffiehuisAddress: Stationsplein 10Mon-Wed 09.00-18.00Thu-Sat 09.00-19.00Sun 09.00-17.00

Schiphol Airport, Holland Tourist InformationDaily 07.00-22.00

Leidseplein-AUB TicketshopTel: +31 20 201 88 00Open dailywww.iamsterdam.com/what’s-on



Guia turistico Amsterdan english

Documents

Transcript of Guia turistico Amsterdan english