Discover Amsterdam-Oost’s 31 best spots for your trip in Amsterdam

De Kas

★ 4.7 · 3,745 reviews

Step into De Kas, the garden conservatory in Amsterdam-Oost where the produce comes straight from its own beds. Spend a long lunch or evening on Mediterranean dishes built around ingredients picked that same day.

Wereldmuseum Amsterdam

★ 4.3 · 5,972 reviews

Explore the Wereldmuseum Amsterdam, where objects, photos, music and film from across the non-Western world meet an honest look at colonial history. Follow the exhibitions with kids in tow or linger over the thought-provoking displays.

Wilde Zwijnen

★ 4.4 · 1,420 reviews

Book a table at Wilde Zwijnen, where modern Dutch cooking meets exposed brick and an open kitchen in Amsterdam-Oost. Work through a multi-course menu in a warm, trendy room that stays lively into the night.

Kano & SUP

★ 4.8 · 189 reviews

Paddle with Kano & SUP, an Amsterdam-Oost rental for kayaks and stand-up paddleboards. Glide along the canals at your own pace, with helpful staff on hand to get first-timers comfortable on the water.

YUSU

★ 4.6 · 1,215 reviews

Visit YUSU in Amsterdam-Oost for a matcha and cake break. Order a light fig cheesecake or a pao de queijo and find a seat on the terrace if the weather allows.

Oosterpark

★ 4.5 · 6,891 reviews

Wander into Oosterpark, Amsterdam-Oost's lively local green space centred on a pond and its birdlife. Follow the loop path past sculptures and fountains, then settle on a bench or watch children splash in the wading pool.

Park Frankendael

★ 4.6 · 2,865 reviews

Step into Park Frankendael, a former estate in Amsterdam-Oost built around a 17th-century manor house. Drift between wooded paths, the allotments and the reed-edged pond, then pause at a restaurant in a historic building.

Jaap Eden Ice Rink

★ 4.4 · 2,436 reviews

Lace up at Jaap Eden Ice Rink, where Amsterdam skates on both outdoor and indoor ice. Glide around the ring suited to your level, take a lesson if you are new, and warm up at the on-site café.

Barmhartig Koffie

★ 4.7 · 288 reviews

Slip into Barmhartig Koffie in Amsterdam-Oost for a calm, solo-friendly coffee break. Enjoy a smooth flat white and a slice of vegan banana bread while looking out over the water.

Flevopark

★ 4.6 · 1,025 reviews

Unwind in Flevopark, a leafy green escape in Amsterdam-Oost. Picnic on the lawns, follow the jogging paths under the trees and cool off at the big outdoor pool in summer.

Troef

★ 4.6 · 458 reviews

Reserve a table at Troef, the energetic Amsterdam-Oost restaurant with a stylish room. Pair your dishes with a glass chosen from its extensive wine list.

The Cottage

★ 4.7 · 1,982 reviews

Settle in at The Cottage, an Oost favourite where the kitchen runs from breakfast through to late evening. Order the duck leg or a generous traditional plate, and take a seat outside if the weather allows.

Veganees | Vegan Aziatisch Streetfood Restaurant

★ 4.5 · 1,318 reviews

Discover Veganees, the vegan Asian street-food spot in Amsterdam-Oost. Share bao buns and Korean fried cauliflower, then warm up with a bowl of miso ramen.

Diemerpark

★ 4.5 · 198 reviews

Head out to Diemerpark, a lesser-known island park in Amsterdam-Oost. Cross the big bicycle bridge, then wander toward the wild corners where rabbits and foxes roam, with a sandy beach nearby.

Big Bike tour - See all in 3 unforgettable hours

★ 4.7 · 5,935 reviews

Cycle through Amsterdam's most photogenic neighbourhoods on a small-group ride. Roll past canals, the Jordaan and Vondelpark, then stop for a stroopwafel and stories about the city's history.

Rijsel

★ 4.6 · 678 reviews

Take a seat at Rijsel, an industrial-style canteen restaurant near the Amstel in Amsterdam-Oost. Enjoy a French-Flemish three-course dinner with a view of the open kitchen and staff happy to guide your choices.

Coffee Bru

★ 4.5 · 778 reviews

Stop at Coffee Bru, a rustic, arty coffee shop a few minutes from Oosterpark. Order a flat white and a loaf or pastry, then grab a seat inside or at the sidewalk tables.

Amsterdam-Oost

Head east into Amsterdam-Oost, where everyday city life plays out away from the tourist trail. Stroll Oosterpark, then push through the stalls of Dappermarkt before stopping at a neighbourhood café.

Bar Bukowski

★ 4.4 · 2,448 reviews

Step into Bar Bukowski, a funky, design-led cafe-bar in Amsterdam-Oost. Order a burger or flammkuchen under the striking bar lighting, then linger over coffee or cocktails on the terrace.

New Draver Restaurant

★ 4.4 · 508 reviews

Try New Draver, the Oost restaurant where Amsterdam goes for Surinamese cooking. Tuck into roti or tender roast chicken with fried rice in a relaxed, local setting.

Windmill & Dutch Cheese farm electric bike tour

★ 4.6 · 1,534 reviews

Swap the city for Waterland's open countryside on this windmill and cheese farm electric bike tour. Ride an e-bike across villages and canals, then taste local cheese at the farm.

Pythonbrug

★ 4.6 · 520 reviews

Cross the Pythonbrug, the sinuous red bridge arching over the canal in Amsterdam-Oost. Climb its wooden steps, then wander the surrounding streets of individually designed houses.

Roopram Roti

★ 4.3 · 1,449 reviews

Join the line at Roopram Roti, the Amsterdam-Oost institution for Surinamese cooking. Tuck into lamb roti with its spicy sauce or a roti roll with chicken, beans and potatoes, the way locals have for years.

Eethuis Sinbad

★ 4.5 · 1,777 reviews

Head to Eethuis Sinbad, the Amsterdam-Oost spot locals name when asked for the best kapsalon in town. Tackle a heaped tray of fries, meat, cheese and salad at a relaxed, late-night pace.

Nieuwe Diep Distillery

★ 4.8 · 645 reviews

Discover Nieuwe Diep Distillery, a peaceful pondside terrace hidden in Flevopark. Sip a local genever or a beer, enjoy a slice of cake, and watch ducks drift across the water.

Eastern Docklands

Cross into the Eastern Docklands, where old harbour islands have become a showcase of modern Amsterdam architecture. Follow the quays between bridges and waterfront homes, then pause at a café with views over the IJ.

Museum Tot Zover

★ 4.3 · 452 reviews

Seek out Museum Tot Zover in Amsterdam-Oost, a small museum on death traditions from around the world. Look closely at art and antiquities that show how different cultures mark the end of life.

Tigris En Eufraat

★ 4.4 · 1,567 reviews

Stop by Tigris En Eufraat in Amsterdam-Oost for a casual Middle Eastern bite. Order a falafel or shawarma sandwich and eat it quickly before continuing your day.

Mezrab

★ 4.8 · 1,460 reviews

Slip into Mezrab, a hidden storytelling den in Amsterdam-Oost. Settle in with a cheap beer and a bowl of soup while storytellers from around the world hold the room with live tales.

Doka

★ 3.6 · 186 reviews

Discover Doka, a late-night club in Amsterdam-Oost built around a standout sound system. Dress by the door rules, then dance to the night's DJ set until closing.