Amsterdam City Guide

Valtifest celebrates creative freedom with extravagant themes

An annual waterfront party with annually changing themes and special dress codes

Two Story: Inspirational cafe, gallery and design store

On two floors, art, design and coffee are brought together in a homey atmosphere

Amsterdam School Museum Het Schip in West

Museum in former school building by Michel de Klerk highlights architecture and socio-cultural history

Spring Cabinet: The spring festival among the trees of Het Twiske

Two-day outdoor festival featuring local and international DJs

Palladium: Eating, drinking dancing and partying near Leidseplein

Modern European cuisine and local favorites with a lively weekend club and DJ nights

Contra: Jazz bar where you eat, drink and swing

From ambient to hip-hop and trap, Contra brings a mix of live performances and club nights

Scala: A mix of shared food and short theatrical performances

An intimate food bar with a theater concept where cabaret, music and musicals come together

Hangar in North: Industrial meets gourmet flavors

In the creative North district, you'll find a bar-restaurant with French, tropical and Sardinian influences

It's spring! The ultimate Amsterdam spring fever list

Blossoms, tulips, terraces, markets and an early canal cruise: these are the places where March really begins in Amsterdam.

Café de Jaren: Terrace on the Amstel with most hours of sunshine

Near Waterlooplein, Café de Jaren offers a large, bright spot with a waterfront terrace