Haven't been for a while so can't comment on prices these days.
For food, as Hastings says, go Indonesian. You can get a 10 course (or something like that) Rijsttafel which is a medley of foods from the different indonesian islands.
Drinking - try Genever, a gin based liquer flavoured with fruits.
Experiences - depends on your tastes, but cultural would be:
Cycling tour of the old city and all it's canals (or just walk them they are very lovely) Canal cruise Rijksmuseum Van Gogh museum Ann Frank house Visit the old town of Maarken, or the more modern town of Volendam - outside the city
If you want something a bit livelier, load of bars and clubs and of course the red light district. Watch out for sticky ping pong balls dropping in your beer.....
been there 5 times. very expensive though. for a cheap night and unforgettable night go to a shop off dam square called alien visitors. they sell interesting vegetables for about 15 euro. you won't need anything else that night. just enjoy the journey, #smartshops
been there 5 times. very expensive though. for a cheap night and unforgettable night go to a shop off dam square called alien visitors. they sell interesting vegetables for about 15 euro. you won't need anything else that night. just enjoy the journey, #smartshops
Dave for those of us who've led a sheltered life. What do you do with an interesting vegatable?
been quite a few times, the Jordaan area is quite quiet and central, you can also hire a houseboat http://www.houseboat-rental-amsterdam.com/ as a good alternative to the hostels/hotels, if there is a group of you
been there 5 times. very expensive though. for a cheap night and unforgettable night go to a shop off dam square called alien visitors. they sell interesting vegetables for about 15 euro. you won't need anything else that night. just enjoy the journey, #smartshops
Dave for those of us who've led a sheltered life. What do you do with an interesting vegatable?
been there 5 times. very expensive though. for a cheap night and unforgettable night go to a shop off dam square called alien visitors. they sell interesting vegetables for about 15 euro. you won't need anything else that night. just enjoy the journey, #smartshops
Dave for those of us who've led a sheltered life. What do you do with an interesting vegatable?
If you're a rugby player, shove it up your mates arse.
Was there in August, stayed out near Vondelpark. Rembrandt square is good for a couple of hours on an evening. Plenty of bars, Bush Doctor coffeeshop is worth a visit for the OG Kush. Utrechtstraat runs off it and that street is home to several decent restaurants such as Golden Temple if you fancy meat-free or there's a decent Mexican place where the Long Island Ice Tea is waaay too strong. Leidsplein is a good place to eat, drink and party as well. Take a walk along the Prinsengracht canal, quiet and peaceful. Not a cheap city, mind the cyclists and have a great time. You'll love it.
drinking and the cafes really. You have a good time?
yep! Love it everytime I go. Went to an Ajax game, mate is a season ticket holder. The fella's have covered most of it all Mikey. Enjoy! The Heineken museum is great too.
Heading to Amsterdam tomorrow with the boys for the weekend. I'm Looking for some recommendations Bars,Restaurants maybe take in a show, its one chaps Bday. Cheers
If you come across a guy who looks like Dirk Kuyt's older brother looking to sell you a sex show for 50 Euros, turn him down. Mugged about 10 of us off last year when we got a 'show' that lasted no more than 10 minutes!
Heading to Amsterdam tomorrow with the boys for the weekend. I'm Looking for some recommendations Bars,Restaurants maybe take in a show, its one chaps Bday. Cheers
Liza plane, red light, Rembrandt square, dam square.
If you get shroomed up then ensure 1 person stays soberish, trust me.
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For food, as Hastings says, go Indonesian. You can get a 10 course (or something like that) Rijsttafel which is a medley of foods from the different indonesian islands.
Drinking - try Genever, a gin based liquer flavoured with fruits.
Experiences - depends on your tastes, but cultural would be:
Cycling tour of the old city and all it's canals (or just walk them they are very lovely)
Canal cruise
Rijksmuseum
Van Gogh museum
Ann Frank house
Visit the old town of Maarken, or the more modern town of Volendam - outside the city
If you want something a bit livelier, load of bars and clubs and of course the red light district. Watch out for sticky ping pong balls dropping in your beer.....
^^^ This site is good, has lots of stuff on there. Can't advise on drink prices as I don't really drink out there :-D
Loads of Steak restaurants, varying standards and varying prices!
Get a tram card or walk about places.
Not sure where you are staying but there is life outside the Red Light zone! Rembrantsplein and Leidersplein are good for bars/food/smoke.
If you do plan to visit Anne Frank's House, either pre-book online or be prepared to queue for hours.
Haarlem is good for some time out of the city, it's about 15mins on the train.
Would recommend a canal cruise, hop on from near Centraal Station, around 8 euros for an hour of sitting back and chilling out :-)
Leidsplein is a good place to eat, drink and party as well.
Take a walk along the Prinsengracht canal, quiet and peaceful.
Not a cheap city, mind the cyclists and have a great time. You'll love it.
Cheers
Or at least it was when we were there!
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If you get shroomed up then ensure 1 person stays soberish, trust me.
Its expensive. Really expensive.