Krijn's Recommendation Bible
Welcome to my recommendations page!
I am Krijn, a history student at the University of Amsterdam. On this page you will find my favorite places in Amsterdam for all your needs on your trip. Don’t forget to leave me a 5-star review on our Google Reviews page. Thank you, you were my favourite on the tour.’
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Eating in Amsterdam
Eetsalon Van Dobben | For an original Dutch sandwich like the classic “Broodje Kroket”, visit this place!
Davie’s | A great place for a nice pastrami sandwich or other type of lunch.
Long Pura | A lovely Indonesian restaurant.
Café Sonneveld | Visit this spot for a traditional Dutch meal.
FEBO | A definite must-try in Amsterdam for pulling a deep-fried snack out of a wall. They have plenty locations, so there’s always one close by!
Van Wonderen Stroopwafels | The best Dutch cookie is best enjoyed warm!
Drinking in Amsterdam
Il Momento | Your one-stop shop for the best coffee!
Soundgarden | My personal favorite, not the least because of their amazing terrace.
Papeneiland | Smack dab in the wonderful Jordaan neighborhood, this lovely brown café is a great hangout. Try their charcuterie!
Skate Café | Lovely club located in the North of the city.
Shopping in Amsterdam
Waterlooplein | Personally, I like to get my clothes vintage. This square is the place to be for vintage shopping!
Nine Streets | For nice and unique boutiques and great lunch spots, wander around this area.
Kalverstraat | The no #1 shopping street of Amsterdam!
Getting High in Amsterdam
Tweede Kamer | The best coffeeshop for quality stuff (or anything that sells Amsterdam Genetics products).
Museums in Amsterdam
Rijksmuseum | The national museum of tThe Nederlands, boasting over 800 years of Dutch history. They organize several exhibitions per year and you can find the most famous artwork “ The Night Watch“ of Rembrandt here.
Fabrique des Lumières | This is an awesome museum if you like modern and visual art!
NEMO | If you are interested in science, this museum is a lovely place to visit
Amsterdam Outdoors
The Vondelpark | This park is conveniently located in the centrum, great for practice your cycling skills, walking, coffee or lunch, hanging around with friends with drinks, or playing outside with kids.
Hire a bike | Amsterdam is best experience on two wheels. Also use the metro, it’s is so easy to transport and bring you quick to the other side of the city. There are plenty of reliable bike rentals around the city, best is to ask at the place where you stay for your best nearby options.


