"The friendly, helpful and knowledgeable staff is also a crucial part of the shop’s alluring charm. You know you’re dealing with people with a passion for music and film. " Read more.
'While it’s more literally ‘green’, one of my favourite spots in the city is the Hortus Botanicus, a great place to go if you need to escape the city and find nature.' - Mette te Velde, co-founder of Read more.
Every evening there are minimal and techno DJ's. Once a month on Saturday evenings Studio 80 has a party called Multi Sexi, especially enticing for the gay and art scene. Go there! Read more.
"They have daily performances of live jazz in a cosy room where everyone used to chain smoke. It has a very vintage vibe." -Owner of I Love Vintage Read more.
"If you need a formal dress and you don’t have a lot to spend, check out Laura Dols also located in De Negen Straatjes." -Amsterdam Student Read more.
'Its almost serene atmosphere made me think of MENDO as a ‘temple for big picture books’ -Amsterdam Magazine Read more.
"Try their hamburger or chocolate tart – if you’re a student you get 30% off of their already reasonably priced meals" - Amsterdam Student Read more.
"The rotating menu is organic and made fresh every day with veggies and herbs grown from the rooftop garden during the warmer months."-Bar Review Read more.
"The ex-squat OT301 has put on a great program. They’re great with mixing genres, one night it can be metal and then electro the next. -Red Light Radio Read more.
Make sure to look under the register for fabulous shoes and purses on sale! Read more.
'Are you looking for classic rock music, alternative vibes and a cool beer on the canal side?' - Amsterdam Magazine Read more.
"De Nieuwe Anita in the west is also a really cosy party venue at the weekends. The entrance fee is usually only €3, and it has a 1950s retro atmosphere." -Amsterdam Student Read more.
Love this indie movie theater, lounge, restaurant, bar, all rolled into one. The staff is friendly! Be sure to check out some nice movies while you're here. Read more.
Nicest general bookstore, with very professional service, terrific assorted with literature, philosophy, history and social studies. Read more.
Go on Tuesday nights for ping pong night. Drink cheap beer and play 'around the table' pong, great fun! Read more.