Discover Amsterdam’s 200 best spots for a Friend Groups' trip

Heineken Experience

★ 4.2 · 15,087 reviews

Raise a glass at the Heineken Experience, housed in the brand's original 1867 brewery in Amsterdam-Zuid. Follow the brewing story through interactive stations, then settle into the tasting room for the finale.

Rijksmuseum

★ 4.7 · 116,504 reviews

Enter the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam's monumental home of Dutch art and history. Walk the galleries of Rembrandt and other Golden Age masters, with the Van Gogh Museum nearby for a second stop.

Van Gogh Museum

★ 4.6 · 110,241 reviews

Meet Vincent in person at the Van Gogh Museum, home to the world's largest collection of his paintings. Walk chronologically through his life, from early drawings and letters to his most celebrated canvases.

Jordaan

Lose yourself in the Jordaan, Amsterdam's cosy maze of narrow streets, small canals, and brown cafés. Browse independent boutiques, peek into hidden courtyards, and linger over a coffee on a quiet corner.

Grachtengordel

Stroll the Grachtengordel, Amsterdam's UNESCO-listed ring of Golden Age canals. Follow Herengracht, Keizersgracht, and Prinsengracht past gabled mansions and hump-backed bridges, pausing at a canalside café.

De Pijp

Dive into De Pijp, Amsterdam's lively food-and-café quarter south of the canals. Graze your way through the Albert Cuyp Market, rest in Sarphatipark, then pick a terrace for the evening.

Paradiso

★ 4.6 · 12,082 reviews

Step into Paradiso, the converted church that has become one of Amsterdam's best-known stages for live music and club nights. Catch a gig from the balcony or dance through its different rooms until the early hours.

Sherlocked | Escape Room Amsterdam

★ 4.8 · 1,449 reviews

Test your wits at Sherlocked, a story-led escape room in central Amsterdam. Work as a team to crack interactive puzzles inside elaborate sets, racing to escape within the hour.

Guided Red Light District Tour in a Small Group

★ 4.9 · 9,264 reviews

Understand Amsterdam's most talked-about district through the eyes of a local guide. Walk past the Oude Kerk and the Condomerie while hearing how the area's rules and reputation came about.

Van Gogh Museum Ticket and City Canal Cruise

★ 4.6 · 4,147 reviews

Pair the Van Gogh Museum with a relaxed canal cruise in one easy booking. Explore the museum's major paintings first, then glide past seventeenth-century canal houses with audio commentary in 21 languages.

Light Festival Boat with Unlimited Drinks & Snack

★ 4.4 · 4,017 reviews

Experience the Light Festival Boat with Unlimited Drinks & Snack on a winter evening in Amsterdam. Cruise under blankets past twenty illuminated artworks while a host explains each piece and the city around it.

Boom Chicago

★ 4.4 · 2,001 reviews

Catch a night at Boom Chicago, Amsterdam's English-language comedy troupe. Expect sharp topical sketches, quick improvisation and songs, with the cast poking fun at the city and its visitors.

NDSM

★ 4.5 · 9,640 reviews

Cross the IJ to NDSM, Amsterdam's former shipyard turned creative playground. Explore graffiti-covered hangars, browse themed shops and artist studios, then pause at an on-site eatery amid the industrial scenery.

Red Light District & Coffee Shop Tour

★ 4.7 · 4,564 reviews

Discover the history behind Amsterdam's Red Light District and its coffeeshops with a local guide. Walk through its lanes and into Chinatown while hearing how the city's rules and politics evolved.

Proeflokaal Arendsnest

★ 4.7 · 4,803 reviews

Discover Proeflokaal Arendsnest, a cosy canalside bar devoted entirely to Dutch beer. Work through the tap list with the help of expert staff and take your glass out to the small terrace.

Super Lyan

★ 4.7 · 653 reviews

Discover Super Lyan, the Mr. Lyan bar tucked inside the Kimpton De Witt hotel. Settle in for inventive cocktails that nod to Amsterdam, served by a welcoming team in a beautifully designed room.

De Gooyer Windmill

★ 4.6 · 468 reviews

Walk out to De Gooyer Windmill, a classic Amsterdam landmark away from the busiest streets. Admire the mill from outside, then pair the visit with a local beer next door.

TonTon Club Westergas

★ 4.2 · 1,778 reviews

Drop into TonTon Club Westergas for retro gaming with a side of dim sum. Play classic arcade machines between bao buns, dumplings and cold beers in a laid-back, playful space.

Heineken Cruise with Drinks

★ 4.5 · 5,624 reviews

Pair beer and water with the Heineken Cruise with Drinks, a hosted canal trip on a branded boat. Sail the canals and the IJ with snacks and a drink, then continue to the Heineken Experience for two beers.

Hiding in Plain Sight

★ 4.6 · 1,003 reviews

Discover Hiding in Plain Sight, a discreet cocktail bar in Amsterdam-Centrum that rewards those who seek it out. Sit near the bar, watch the mixologist work, and try inventive drinks such as an old fashioned with truffled honey syrup.

Dinner Cruise with 4-Course Menu

★ 4.4 · 1,834 reviews

Discover the Dinner Cruise with 4-Course Menu, an evening on Amsterdam's glowing canals. Settle in for a seated meal with wine and beer included while commentary names the landmarks drifting past the windows.

Royal Theater Carré

★ 4.7 · 10,739 reviews

Take a seat at Royal Theater Carré, the grand theatre on the Amstel. Settle in for a major musical, comedy or concert in an auditorium that keeps even big shows feeling close.

Door 74

★ 4.5 · 1,928 reviews

Discover Door 74, a Prohibition-style cocktail bar in central Amsterdam. Settle into dark wood and Art Deco details while attentive bartenders serve classic and creative drinks.

Melkweg

★ 4.5 · 10,839 reviews

Step into Melkweg, Amsterdam's former milking factory turned landmark venue for concerts and club nights. Pick an event from the programme, then hear live music or techno in the historic main hall.

Pulitzer's Bar

★ 4.5 · 763 reviews

Discover Pulitzer's Bar, an elegant hotel bar in the heart of Amsterdam with old-world decor. Settle into the glamorous room and enjoy expertly made cocktails alongside upscale bites.

Brouwerij 't IJ

★ 4.6 · 8,711 reviews

Discover Brouwerij 't IJ, a brewery set beside a windmill in Amsterdam. Work through a flight of organic beers with a plate of bitterballen, and consider joining a guided tour.

Mooie Boules Amsterdam Oost

★ 4.5 · 1,345 reviews

Round up friends for a game night at Mooie Boules Amsterdam Oost. Swap turns at ping pong, belt out karaoke and sip craft beer in a relaxed, high-energy room.

Anne Frank House

★ 4.5 · 76,661 reviews

Walk through the Anne Frank House, the Amsterdam canal house where Anne Frank and her family hid during World War II. Climb the steep stairs to the secret annex with the free audio guide.

Eye Film Museum

★ 4.4 · 11,367 reviews

Cross the IJ to the Eye Film Museum, a futuristic waterfront landmark in Amsterdam-Noord. Explore its film and poster collections, catch an exhibition or screening, and linger on the terrace with views back to the city.

Amsterdam Oud-Zuid

Explore Oud-Zuid, Amsterdam's stately museum quarter of grand townhouses and leafy avenues. Cross Museumplein between the great museums, then wander into Vondelpark for a green break.