See & Do

SEE & DO

Explore Amsterdam and surroundings...

SEE

nearby attractions

DO

nearby activities

EAT

the most yummie places

NOORDOOGST

There is plenty to do at the NoordOogst urban farming project! Walk around and discover the butterfly garden, feed the pigs, meet the entrepreneurs or just enjoy nature....

To NoordOogst!

NOORDERIJPLAS

Just behind the ring road is a hidden piece of nature; the NoorderIJplas. Here you can enjoy a stroll with the lakes full of water birds on one side and the North Sea Canal where large boats sail on the other. You might even run into the Scottish Highlanders.

NDSM-WHARF

The NDSM wharf is a rugged, adventurous and iconic area on the IJ. Here you will not only find the ferry that takes you to the center; there are many restaurants, street art, artists, creative companies. Numerous events are organized on 'the wharf', including the monthly flea market.

AMSTERDAM

The capital of the Netherlands with countless museums, terraces, shops, galleries, markets and events is easily accessible from us by bicycle, car or public transport.

guide of Amsterdam

TWISKE-WATERLAND

Enjoy the greenery and the water in the Het Twiske recreation area. Or visit Waterland, with its picturesque villages, small ditches and dikes and ancient polder landscape. Whether you prefer hiking, biking or boating, Twiske-Waterland has countless activity routes worth exploring.

To Twiske-Waterland

ZAANSE SCHANS

Discover crafts, mills and houses from the 18th and 19th centuries. The Zaanse Schans is a unique village in the Netherlands, full of wooden houses, mills, barns and workshops.

To the Zaanse Schans!

PLAYING OUTSIDE

Have fun or splash about in the nature playground, kick a ball on the field in front of the door or give a 'show' in the open-air 'amphitheatre'. Young and old can play outside on our site.

WETLANDS SAFARI

Canoe with a guide through the 17th century landscape. While sailing you enjoy all the waterfowl and you are encouraged by the small birds, such as reed warbler and reed warbler in the reeds. An active outing!

On safari!

TOURS THAT MATTER

Dive deeper into the city's past and present, learn more about its colonial past, street culture, migration, sustainability...

To the tours!

DE TUIN VAN ETEN

Delicious, fresh, vegetarian meals and snacks. You can pick up food from our neighbors 'De Tuin van Eten' (The Garden of Food) to eat in your apartment or on the terrace.

More info

RESTAURANT POF

At Pof you can eat, play and enjoy local beers, wines and dishes prepared in a traditional way. Pof is closed in the off-season.

To Pof!

NOORDERLICHT

Organic food, live music, friendly people and a breathtaking view over the city.

To Noorderlicht!

PLLEK

One of our favourites at the NDSM-wharf. A beautiful city beach, often live music on weekends and a surprising menu. If there's no place left, go to Noorderlicht....

To Pllek!

Here is the translation with some additions where necessary:

Recommendations for activities in and around Amsterdam

On our site:

  • Restaurant Pof:
    There is a fantastic restaurant serving local produce on our property, just a 2-minute walk from us. The restaurant is closed during the off-season.
    Website: https://pofamsterdam.nl/

Activities in the city:

  • Open-air theater Vondelpark (summer only):
    During the summer months, the open-air theater in Vondelpark is open on weekends.

    • Friday night: dance performances
    • Saturday afternoon: music
    • Saturday evening: cabaret (in Dutch)
    • Sunday morning: classical music
    • Sunday afternoon: music
      Sometimes there are special children’s shows or an outdoor cinema. Check the program on their website:
      https://www-openluchttheater-nl/agenda/

  • Rederij Lampedusa (unique canal tours):
    For a special boat tour of Amsterdam’s canals.
    Website: https://www.rederijlampedusa.nl/

  • Street art tours (Altournative):
    Discover Amsterdam through a street art tour.
    Website: https://www.alltournative-amsterdam.com/

  • Markets in Amsterdam:
    Visit one of the daily markets to sample typical Dutch food, such as herring and stroopwafels:

    • Albert Cuyp Market
    • Ten Cat Market
    • Dapper Market

    Tips for neighborhoods:

    • Noordermarkt and Westerstraat: Lots of good restaurants and cozy bars.
    • De Pijp (around the Albert Cuyp market): Known for its many restaurants and cafes.

    Try typical Dutch food:

    • Surinamese and Indonesian dishes are highly recommended.

  • Anne Frank House:
    Tickets must be purchased online in advance. There is no point going here without tickets.
    Website: https://www.annefrank.org/en/

  • Friekens Brewery:
    Our own on-site brewery. They offer tours and tastings. Contact us for information:
    https://friekens.nl/en/

Exploring Amsterdam and its surroundings:

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