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Toneelgroep Amsterdam NOW: ALL SUMMER EVENTS IN AMSTERDAM! Discover Amsterdam and its 9 Areas
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THE REMBRANDT HOUSE MUSEUM Rembrandt lived and worked in this house in Amsterdam for 20 years.
past and present artists who have been inspired by him. In Rembrandt’s
The historic interior was restored to its former glory and furnished with
printing room and painting studio there are daily demonstrations of
items and works of art from the master’s time. The Rembrandt House
how etchings and paint were made in the 17th century. The Rembrandt
owns an almost complete collection of Rembrandt’s world-famous
House also offers freely accessible workshops in Print Making in the
etchings and there are special exhibitions devoted to Rembrandt and to
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Rembrandt House Museum • Jodenbreestraat 4, Amsterdam • Daily: 10 AM - 6 PM • www.rembrandthuis.nl
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City of Amsterdam Where to begin? That’s a good question! Amsterdam has so much to offer that it is impossible to see everything in a week, let alone in a weekend. To make things a little easier for you the Amsterdam Journal has divided the city into nine easy-reference areas for you. Each area has its own character. In the one area you will mainly find the authentic Amsterdam with its real brown (referring to the dark wood interiors) pubs (the Jordaan), in the next area you will find the most important art collections of the Netherlands (Museumkwartier – Museum Quarter), large shops or on the contrary unusual specialist shops (Centrum (Centre), de Negen Straatjes (Nine Streets) or nature combined with history (the Plantage). For those who want to go out, Amsterdam (Rem-
brandtplein, Leidseplein) is the place to be. Also modern architecture buffs can indulge themselves here (Eastern Docklands) and those who also want to see Amsterdam’s world-famous and typical side, now’s your chance (Red light district). You could easily spend a day in each area, but luckily combining the areas is also easy. The areas link up well, public transport will take you everywhere. Should you be at a loss: Amsterdammers are helpful and practically everyone speaks English. Welkom en veel plezier! (Welcome and enjoy!)
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DID YOU KNOW THAT: • Amsterdammers also call their city Mokum?
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• Amsterdam was originally built on piles?
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AREA 1 Enjoying authentic Amsterdam in a relaxed way that is what you do in the Jordaan. In the past labourers and craftsmen used to live in the crisscross of little streets. Now you get pleasantly lost among the local shops, antiquarian bookshops, galleries and (brown) pubs. This charming working class area is hot! Authentic working class area You can wander around through the streets and side streets in a relaxed way and enjoy the spontaneous and relaxed atmosphere. You can experience the typical atmosphere of the Jordaan, in streets like Westerstraat, Tweede Anjeliersdwarsstraat, Tweede Tuindwarsstraat and around the Noordermarkt. On Saturdays you will find the best organic farmer’s market of Amsterdam on the Noordermarkt, directly opposite the Noorderkerk (Noorder church).
Pubs/Bars and shops When you walk from the Noorderkerk to the Westerkerk (Western church) – the recognizable church that has a blue-red crown on its tower - , you will automatically get to the Westermarkt. Here you will find the monument for gay people (1987), consisting of three large pink granite triangles. From here you can go straight onto Rozengracht (Rozen canal). This shopping street is very well-liked because of its diversity of nice shops.
Anne Frank house Also not far from the Westerkerk, you can take a look in the Anne Frank’s Achterhuis. Behind a closet that turns out to be a door, you will find the small house where she wrote in her diary. Very oppressive.
The real pub life ‘Gezellig. This Dutch word – that can barely be translated properly -, applies perfectly to the typical (brown) pubs in the Jordaan. The atmosphere is easy-going, the people are spontaneous and speak with a very broad Amsterdam accent. You will regularly hear the sound of original Dutch music.
TIPS! • Do you want to visit the Anne Frank House (Prinsengracht 267)? Be there on time and prepare for serious waiting times. • Find Dutch conviviality in one of the over 60 (brown) cafés in the Jordaan. • Visit the fabric market (Lapjesmarkt) on the Noordermarkt: Mondays 8.00 – 14.00 hours. • Feel like going on a shopping spree? At the edge of the Jordaan you will find the Haarlemmerstraat and the Haarlemmerdijk with many contemporary and unique and edgy clothes shops. 10
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The Nine Streets (De Negen Straatjes) are located in the heart of Amsterdam, in a part of the old city centre. Here you can both feel and see the history of Amsterdam. The nine streets are unique for their diversity and history but at the same time have managed to incorporate the splendour of the past with a taste of the present.
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Pleasant, unique and bold In former times the workshops of craftsmen could be found in R eestraat, Berenstraat, R unstraat, Hartenstraat, Wolvenstraat, Huidenstraat, Gasthuismolensteeg, Oude Spiegelstraat and Wijde Heisteeg. Nowadays the small streets are full of specialist shops. If you want to snap up something special, you are bound to be successful here. Contrary to the large shops in the city centre, nothing is standard here. Except the more easy-going atmosphere and the great amount of creativity.
Vintage, chic, second-hand and everything in between The collections of the shops show that the owners are passionate enthusiasts. Many of them have made their hobby their job. If you love clothes with just something special, you can indulge yourself in the more than fifty clothes shops. No sameness here, but mainly colourful, chic, trendy, exciting, vintage or second-hand clothes. The second-hand shops in the Nine Streets are famous for vintage, chic and secondhand clothes in Amsterdam by the way.
Unlike anything else All the shops really show sincere interests: shoe shops with unusual collections, a sock shop for men, specialised bookshops, a cheese shop with hundreds of different types of cheeses and have you ever seen a White Teeth shop before?
TIPS! • On de straatjes.nl/uk/ you can see the amount of specialised shops
All shops are represented in these nine unique and distinctive streets. A unique characteristic of the nine streets is that you will not find any chain stores here; in fact almost all of the stores in the nine streets are speciality stores of some kind. From cheese to chocolates, fancy dress to second-hand clothing, antiques to art deco, tearooms and lunchrooms to bars; kitsch, retro and loungy are all represented in these nine unique and distinctive streets. “ The whole world is built around Amsterdam” wrote the world famous in Holland poet Joost van den Vondel in the seventeenth century. This century - being the Dutch Golden Age - was for Amsterdam a previously unexperienced period of prosperity. People came to the city for business or a decent living. The old town area became too small, so an extension was inevitable and three new main canals were dug out: Heren-, Keizers- and Prinsengracht. Between them cross-canals and -streets. The quarter of ‘9 Streets’ was constructed in the first half of the 17th century and was from the beginning until now dominated by trade and culture. The names of the streets remind us of the old artisans dealing with all kinds of skins for the leather-industry. The area permits a general view of the architecture of all kinds of houses. Among these houses are the beautiful VingboonHouses and the building ‘Felix Meritis’. The
Felix Meritis-building dates from 1787. It was ordered by the Felix Meritis-Society. This society was guided by the enlightenment and the ideals of those days. In this building the first Amsterdam (oval) concert-hall was constructed. By means of concerts, lessons and tests the public was actively involved. With a short intermission it has always cleared the way for cultural purposes. Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart was heard in the no longer exisiting municipal theater on the Keizersgracht. On the Herengracht you’ll find the Biblical Museum. The collection is quite diverse with in its heart the Book itself (the oldest dating from 14 77), an important number of temple models, archeological finds from Egypt and so on.In the Gasthuismolensteeg nr. 7 you will find the Dutch Spectacles Museum. It reveals the history of spectacles over 700 years. In the neighbourhood of our quarter of the ‘9 Streets’ is the R oyal Palace, the former Town Hall, built in 164 8, the Westerkerk where R embrandt was buried and the Anne Frank House in which the Frank family was hiding from l94 2 until l94 4 . Here Anne wrote her famous diary. Visit us and find for yourself that our ‘9 Streets’ are an ideal framework to explore Amsterdam in all it’s facets and richness. Moreover you’ll have the experience that our quarter itself is an exclusive shopping area with an unmatched range of shops, studios, restaurants and hotels.
• Most shops in the Nine Streets are also open on Sundays, after 12.00 hours. • There are various small cafés in the Nine Streets that sell healthy sandwiches, smoothies, cheesecake and other goodies.
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The 9 VISITING THE Streets shoe{diction Oude spiegelstraat 3 | 1016 BM Amsterdam 020 4233888 | www.shoediction.nl info@shoediction.nl www.facebook.com/shoediction http://instagram.com/shoediction
SAS Design ‘T ame tomorrow... beautiful today!’ Gasthuismolensteeg 1 | 020 4271999 www.sasdesign.nl SAS Design has brought an elegant combination of oriental, antique and contemporary jewellery to the Amsterdam neighbourhood of the Nine Streets. This romantic boutique offers you a beautiful collection of handmade jewellery of their own design. The pieces are produced by a small team of gold smiths from the Indian Thar desert in fi rst class silver, gold plated silver and gold with the use of precious stone. The store is open seven days a week. Open: Mon. 12-6pm, Tue. – Sat. 11am-6pm, Sun. 12-5pm
In the popular 9 streets you will fi nd luxury boutique shoe{d iction. In an Italian ambiance they present beautiful brands such as Givenchy, Mis soni, E milio Pucci, J il Sander Navy, Gianmarco Lorenzi, Mar c by Mar c Ja cobs, See by Ch loé and Pollini. Shoe{d iction stands for optimal service and they will happily welcome you in their relaxed atmosphere. Opening hours Monday 12:00 – 19:00 Tuesday 11:00 – 19:00 Wednesday 11:00 – 19:00 Thursday 11:00 – 21:00 Friday 11:00 – 19:00 Saturday 11:00 – 18:00 Sunday 12:00 – 18:00
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De Witte Tandenwinkel (The White Teeth Shop) sells a well fi gured out selection of dental care products, not easily to be found elsewhere. No, they’ re not fanatics, but they like to convey the idea that dental main-tenance need not be an annoying plight, but a way of caring that can even be pleasant. They offer solid and practical advice and are not obtrusive with that. They are there for the customer who needs a package of simple toothpicks, safe toothpaste that really whitens, wire brushes of 6,3 millimetres wide or the best electric toothbrush there is. Open: Mon.: 1-6pm, Tue.-Fri.: 10am-6pm, Sat.: 10am-5pm
Berenstraat 19 020 3306006 At the delightfully informal lunch café Niels en, where fresh flowers put you in a summery mood whatever the weather, you are spoilt for choice from a delicious breakfast menu. F urthermore, do they have a very attractive lunch card, with scrumptious club sandwiches and home made cakes. All ingredients used are fresh and ecological friendly meat is used. They have many vegetarian and vegan dishes on the menu. All the dishes are home made, of course. E specially recommendable is their multiple prize-winning club sandwich. A true family business with a passion for fresh, honest and tasty food.
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There are a number of things you cannot get round in Amsterdam. Culture enthusiasts cannot go home before they have admired a number of masterpieces in Holland’s most important museums with their own eyes. Where to begin? Rijksmuseum (National Museum) In this impressive monumental building dating from 1885 you will find the famous masterpieces of Dutch and Flemish painters from the fifteenth up to and including the nineteenth century. Here you will also find R embrandt’s world-famous Night Watch (1650). Other masters to be found here are: Jan Steen, Frans Hals and Johannes Vermeer. After a long renovation project the R ijksmuseum has been open again completely since April.
Van Gogh Museum When you walk through this museum you clearly see how this painter developed. As sombre as the paintings are that he made in the Netherlands, so colourful and vivid are the works that he made on French soil. Y ou will also find works of contemporaries like Monet and Gauguin in the museum.
Stedelijk Museum (Municipal Museum) The Stedelijk Museum, established in 1874 , has a large collection of classical, modern and contemporary art. The museum owns about 90.000 objects from practically all important 2 0th and 2 1st century schools.
Concertgebouw (Concert building)
TIPS! • If you don’t like waiting, you just order your Museum tickets online. • During the concert season (mid-September to the end of June) a free lunch concert is given in the Concertgebouw on Wednesdays: between 12.00 and 12.30 hours.
In 1888 the first concert took place in this famous Concert building. The acoustics in the building are extraordinary. In 2 013 the Concertgebouw is celebrating its 12 5th anniversary. Every month of the Jubilee year a different period from the history of the Concertgebouw are central.
Browsing around in antique shops Together with the adjacent Nieuwe Spiegelstraat, Spiegelgracht (opposite the R ijksmuseum) makes up the heart of the Spiegelkwartier; an area with many antique shops and galleries.
• High Society shopping: parallel to Museumplein you will find the most stylish and most expensive shopping street of the Netherlands: P.C. Hooftstraat. • Diamond lovers visit the Diamond Museum Amsterdam (Paulus Potterstraat, opposite Museumplein)
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Anyone who has been in Amsterdam, will get inevitable questions about the Red Light district. In the Netherlands prostitution is legal. Although not appreciated by everyone, a tour through the Red Light district will certainly be an interesting experience. It can be combined well with a visit to and a good meal in adjacent ‘China Town’. The eedijk and China Town Close to Central station you will find one of the oldest streets in Amsterdam: the Zeedijk. The place is swarming with restaurants, café s and Indonesian shops (tokos). The Zeedijk is the centre of China Town; the Peking ducks hang behind the windows and a large Buddhist temple colours the street scene. From midday you will increasingly smell aromas that make your mouth water. Pull up a chair in one of the smaller Chinese restaurants. This is where Chinese Amsterdammers (or Amsterdam Chinese) eat too. Is there a line somewhere? Then the wait is very probably highly worthwhile!
Red light district The R ed Light district covers the area between Zeedijk and Warmoesstraat. As soon as dusk falls and the shining red light greets you, the atmosphere is loose and laid back here. The ladies behind the windows wink playfully are friendly and wave to the merry passersby. Do you want to get your breath back for a moment from all the impressions? There are plenty of pubs to recover while enjoying a beer.
Oude Kerksplein (Old Church Square) The Oude Kerksplein is special place in the heart of the R ed Light district. The 14 th century church is the oldest building still standing in Amsterdam. There’s a bronze statue on the square in honour of the prostitutes who have been active in this area for centuries. This lady is called ‘Belle’.
TIPS! • Try turning onto Spooksteeg from eedijk and cross the bridge for a fantastic ‘keyhole’ view of Amsterdam • There is lots to see and do around eedijk too. There are some great Asian stores on Geldersekade and Nieuwmarkt is bursting with life. • Short on time? eedijk is an ideal place to start and end a day in Amsterdam. • The Chinese temple is free to visit and is open every day.
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A PROPER NEIGHBOURHOOD WITH ITS OWN PERSONALITY Zeedijk used to be right at the heart of Amsterdam’s port area. Sailors would come here to find a bed for the night, food, drink, company and other amusement. Today’s travellers and tourists also enjoy spending a day on Zeedijk. And who can blame them? With its unusual shops, great eateries, nightlife and, of course, Chinatown, there’s always something to experience! Zeedijk is absolutely part of Amsterdam’s historic centre. One place where you can get a sense of that lively history is Zeedijk 1, in café In ’t Aepjen. This wooden building dates back to 1544 and supposedly inspired a well-known Dutch saying, ‘In de aap gelogeerd zijn’, which means to be staying at the aap or, less literally, to be up the creek without a paddle. Another ‘brown café’ with its own story is Het Mandje, Amsterdam’s very first gay bar.
Chinatown In the 1950s, Amsterdam’s Chinese population began to settle on and around Zeedijk in numbers. The first Chinese were brought to Amsterdam in 1911 as cheap labour. Forced by the economic crisis of the 1930s and the arrival of motorised ships, they went looking for other sources of income. Amsterdam’s Chinatown owes its Chinese specialist stores, Chinese health shops and authentic Chinese kitchens to these developments. Plus, of course, there is its splendid Chinese Buddhist temple.
A neighbourhood with personality The 1970s and ’80s were turbulent times for Zeedijk. The port activities had shifted to the west of Amsterdam and the neighbourhood was now swamped with heroin dealers. It was even officially declared an emergency area. These days, there is no sign of that anymore. On the contrary! Thanks to the fact that local people tackled its problems together, Zeedijk has developed into a particularly pleasant street with a real sense of solidarity among business owners, residents and visitors, many of whom are regulars.
Eating and drinking Each one of the cafés, lunchrooms, tearooms and restaurants has something special about it, in terms of both the interiors and the menus: if you like personal, small-scale, homemade and fresh from the oven food, you’ll find it hard to make a choice. Fortunately, Zeedijk is open for business from breakfast to dinner and from high tea to dessert. Night owls, too,
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Something to see everywhere The shops all have their own look and stories too. This makes a Zeedijk a miniature heaven for lovers of craftsmanship, collectors of special products and everyone who enjoys feasting their eyes. It is a case of taking your time and keeping your eyes open as you stroll around, otherwise you will miss a lot. Those who do this will be rewarded by the many specialist shops offering everything from designer toys, special underwear and cool trainers to fetish clothing, comic books from all over the world and designer fashion. You have been warned: the risk of ‘system overload’ is ever present!
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Rubber & Leather Emporium Zeedijk 64 | 1012 BA Amsterdam | 020-4233090 www.demask.com Now a landmark on the oldest street in Amsterdam and just a three minute walk from Central Station, this two floor rubber emporium is a stopover on any fetishists itinerary. DeMask Amsterdam is synonymous with the city’s Red Light District and our professional staff will make your shopping experience a memorable one. Be sure to check it out.
Evolution Art kiosk Zeedijk 34 | 1012 AZ Amsterdam | 020-6383210 www.debrahill.nl Debra Hill has been living in Amsterdam for the last 30 years. Originally from San Francisco this expat is making her mark in an evolutionary colorful way on the Amsterdam art scene… Debra who has been selling her works in Amsterdam for more than 25 years and has had her share of traveling. I just love living here I guess never left says Debra. I love riding my bike along the canals and all the crooked houses and cobble stone. Amsterdam is a wonderful city to live and paint in. Watery blues and greens with, vivid skies on a moon lite night. And the never ending bicycles! Positively inspiring.
Monday - Saturday 12.00 - 20.00 hrs Thursday 12.00 - 21.00 hrs Sunday closed
Gallery PR2 Zeedijk 73 | 1012 AS Amsterdam | 06-48516885 www.gallery-pr2.eu Summer 2014 Natalia Dik (St. Petersburg, Russia) shows a solo-exhibition at Gallery PR2! Natalia Dik got the Repin allowance at graduation on the Ilja Repin Academy in Sint Petersburg and won various other prices since s.a.: Rembrandt Painting Award 2009 and Artist Award 2011! The portrait below is part of the British Petroleum Portrait Award 2014 exhibition at the National Portrait Gallery in London. A great achievement! Natalia paints professional oilpaintings, layer-over-layer in realistic/ impressionistic style. Such as still-lives / cityviews / sea- and country scapes, but also many portraits in commission.
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Parfumerie Marjo is the premium adress for excellent service and internationally renowed cosmetics. We welcome you to discover our wide and exclusive collection of perfumes, skincare and make-up: Amouage, Bvlgari, Chanel (Damstraat only), Dior, Hermès, Shiseido, Clarins, Lancôme, Parfums De Marly, Tom Ford, Viktor & Rolf, Reminiscence, Van Cleef & Arpels, Narciso Rodriguez et al. Zeedijk 68 - 70 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday 9.00 - 18.00 Thursday 9.00 - 21.00 Saturday 12.00 - 18.00 Sunday closed
Damstraat 27 - 29 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 9.00 - 18.00 Thursday & Saturday 9.00 - 21.00 Friday 10.00 - 21.00 Sunday 12.00 - 17.00
Photo: Natalia Dik’s portrait Daughter with Child’ at BP Award 2014.
Zeedijk 68-70 and Damstraat 27-29 www.parfumerie.nl (24/7 Online shopping)
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AREA 5 A five-minute walk from Amsterdam C entral S tation, you will get to D am S q uare. H ere you will find the P alace and the V rij heidsbeeld ( N ational M onument) . The large dove population and street artists also attract the attention. F rom D am S q uare you walk straight into the W alhalla for shopping fanatics. The maj or store chains are all represented here. Kalverstraat and Spui Everyone on the Netherlands knows this shopping street, Kalverstraat. It is about on kilometre long and has 15 side streets and alleys. Year-round Kalverstraat attracts people who want to do some serious shopping. Halfway through Kalverstraat you can walk onto one of Amsterdam’s most beautiful small squares: Spui. You will find a second-hand book market here every Friday. On Saturdays there is an art market.
Rokin On Rokin, which runs parallel to Kalverstraat, you will find specialist shops, among which Gassan Diamonds and Tobacco shop Hajenius. This shop has been purveyor of tobacco to many European Royal households since 1826 already.
TIPS! • The Bijenkorf, literally a beehive’ on Dam Square is in itself already an attraction. Here you can find about all imaginable clothing and other articles of all conceivable brands. • Are you standing on Spui? Walk into Voetboogstraat and join the queue for Vleminckx. This chip shop owner does not have a first-rate reputation for nothing. • Don’t pass Warmoesstraat and admire creative rubber in the world’s first condom emporium the Condomerie and have the best chocolate drink in Metropolitan. • You will find Dutch and international celebrities at Madame Tussauds, the waxworks museum on Dam Square.
Royal Palace and National Monument For those who don’t just want to pass Dam Square: the Palace on Dam Square is open for visitors a large part of the year. A major part of the art collection of the Oranje-Nassau royal family can be seen in the rooms. The National Monument opposite the Palace is the most important monument in the Netherlands in commemoration of World War II.
Amsterdam Museum, Begijnhof Just behind the bustling Kalverstraat you will find the Museum that specialises in the history of Amsterdam (entrances: Kalverstraat 92 and Sint Luciënsteeg 27). The Begijnhofje (Beguinage) (entrance at the Spui) is an old court of almshouses with 49 houses dating from different time periods.
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Artist Mark Raven
and his Contemporary City Impressions
Text: Sarah Saarberg
It is obvious that the artist Mark Raven loves his birthplace by each and every work he has made of Amsterdam. This city never ceases to captivate and inspire him. Mark’s work is modern and wayward, but is unmistakably connected to this versatile and interesting capitol of ours. If Marks Raven’s father had had his way, Mark would have become a journalist. At the time, he followed his advice and went to the school for journalism. But he clearly was destined for other things. The artist explains his chosen medium: “The image, as means of communication, is far more appealing to me than text. Moreover, an image is universal. Everyone understands it.” And so, Mark installed himself as a street artist on a rug in the tunnel underneath the Rijksmuseum to capture the city in every way. “I love the city. But I love people too. I immediately want to show them what I make.”
Kiosk on Museumplein Mark’s work was liked right from the beginning. So much even, that the city council helped him to a studio right on the Museumplein in the form of a rebuild flower stall. Mark wanted his art to be accessible for everyone, and so he began to print t-shirts and posters with his work. “I would like it if everyone could enjoy my view of Amsterdam,” he simply says.
in the tradition of Rembrandt’s etchings and M.C. Escher’s graphic work, but gradually generated his modern touch. Mark combines traditional etching techniques with painting and modern graphic and digital techniques. All in a style that appeals to a lot of people. And not just tourists. Many Amsterdammers have a Mark Raven hanging on their wall.
Accessible for every budget Nowadays, Mark Raven is located at the renowned shoppingstreet of Amsterdam the “Leidsestraat” near the “Leidseplein” and he has a gallery slash shop on Nieuwe-zijds Voorburgwal, a fabulous location right behind Dam square next to Magna Plaza. On the ground floor you can buy t-shirts, posters, postcards and other articles, all with the recognizable Mark Raven art. Upstairs, you can find original prints, some printed in a limited edition, others not. This is for the reason that, despite his enormous success, Mark Raven wants to be attainable for every budget. “My boxes with coasters are very popular with backpackers. I like that: in this way, my view on Amsterdam will spread all around the world.”
Shop Leidsestraat Leidsestraat 42 - Amsterdam Open daily from 10.30 - 18.00 hrs Phone (020) 330 08 00, info markraven.nl, www.markraven.nl
Rembrandt and Escher Over the years, the art he has made, developed from highly detailed pen-and-ink drawings to a wilder and more suggestive play with lines. In his early days, Mark worked
Store and gallery (Near Dam square, behind Royal Palace) Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal 174, Amsterdam Open daily from 10.30 - 18.00 hrs
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Eating, drinking and dancing you do around Rembrandtplein (Rembrandt Square). All year around this is the place to be for dazzling nightlife and in summer the outdoor cafés are crowded. There’s also enough to see and do in the area for people who enjoy the good life. Reguliersdwarsstraat: gay and trendy A pub-crawl from R embrandtplein will certainly also take you to R eguliersdwarsstraat. Here you will find the city’s most trendy gay entertainment places. The biggest and most famous of these are in the western part of the street, at the side of Koningsplein (Konings Square). Every café , every bar and every club has its own ambiance. Thorbeckeplein (Thorbecke Square) which is at a right angle to R embrandtplein is teeming with restaurants and café s too.
Tuschinski Cinema Within one hundred metres of R embrandtplein, in R eguliersbreestraat, you will find the most beautiful cinema of the Netherlands since 192 1: Tuschinski. Styles you will find there are: the Amsterdam School, Jugendstil and Art Deco.
TIPS!
Heineken Brewery
• Catch a movie at Pathé Tuschinski, if only to be able to admire this beautiful cinema from inside (Reguliersbreestraat)
For everyone who likes to drink beer a visit to the Heineken Brewery is a must really. In the former brewery on Stadhouderskade, which is a fifteen minute walk from R embrandtplein, you will make an interactive trip through the world of Heineken with the Heineken Experience.
• Music lovers go to Concerto: the largest alternative CD shop. Five buildings full of music in each conceivable genre. (Utrechtsestraat)
Shopping in the Utrechtsestraat
• The pleasant neighbourhood behind Heineken Square is called De Pijp. You will find the well-known Albert Cuyp market here. • On Vijzelstraat you will find the City Archives: The Bazel. The inside of this monumental, art-deco style building is even eye-catching than the outside of the building.
When you go to the Heineken Brewery from R embrandtplein you can walk there via R eguliersgracht, but you can also take U trechtsestraat. The specialist shops for clothing, books, design furniture and music will certainly make the small detour worth your while. The U trechtsestraat is typically one of those Amsterdam streets with tasteful, unique and quirky shops.
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You don’t feel a lot of enthusiasm for the still life works in the Museum Quarter and you don’t feel like shopping or sight-seeing? With its 19th century architecture the Plantage is a green and quiet part of Amsterdam where there is plenty to do. Verzetsmuseum (Resistance Museum) Y ou will find a lot of Jewish history in the Plantage. The R esistance Museum brings an impressive part of history to life. Admire the courage with which citizens undertook all kinds of things for Jewish fellow citizens and against the German occupier.
Artis Royal oo The oldest zoo of the Netherlands was established in 1938. Nature and culture come together in this attractive city zoo. The monumental buildings and old trees give the park a completely own ambiance. Let yourself be led along the monumental aquarium, the African savannah, the planetarium and the butterfl y garden.
Hortus Botanicus And then another very special thing: one of the oldest horti in the world. The Hortus Botanicus was established as a city herb garden 375 years ago. Y ou will find over 6,000 different varieties of plants here.
Hermitage Museum Since 2 009 you can admire exhibitions with art from the Hermitage of St. Petersburg, R ussia in this beautiful building along the Amstel river. Two new exhibitions are opened each year. However, there’s more than R ussian art and culture to be found. Y ou will also find art pieces from other Western European countries there.
TIPS! • Discover a lot about Jewish history in Amsterdam. • Visit the Rembrandt House. (see page 2)
Waterlooplein For those who love to comb markets, you cannot miss the one on Waterlooplein (Waterloo Square). Here you will mainly find a lot of second hand clothes and books, but you will also find market stalls with second-hand bicycles, tools or antiques. Sunday is the only day you that there is no fl ee market.
• Take a walk from the Hermitage Museum across Amsterdam’s most well-known bridge: the Magere Brug (1871) (Skinny Bridge). • Find things you weren’t looking for on the Waterloo Square market.
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DISCOVER THE JEWISH CULTURAL QUARTER in the heart of Amsterdam Beautiful synagogues, striking buildings and impressive monuments colour the streets of Amsterdam’s Jewish Cultural Quarter. Stroll through this area and visit the intriguing Jewish Historical Museum with it’s fascinating JHM Children’s Museum, the imposing Portuguese Synagogue, and moving National Holocaust Memorial. Four cultural institutions accessible with a single ticket.
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Leidseplein: Amsterdam’s most famous, largest and most touristic entertainment area. There are countless restaurants with affordable day specials and outdoor cafés that even have heating when the weather is somewhat cold. Leidseplein is also the epicentre of all kinds of well-known theatres and concert podiums. Most people who have shopped in the city centre and people who have visited the museums on Museumplein end up at Leidseplein. This is a great place to rest your weary feet. Do you want to eat something? On the square and in the streets around the square all tastes are catered for: Italian, Mexican, Indian and even Tibetan.
On and around Leidseplein The big building on Leidseplein is the Stadsschouwburg (City theatre). Y ou can enjoy music and theatrical performances here every day. R ight behind the Schouwburg the Melkweg (Milky Way) is situated. This multimedia centre is known for its concerts in the Netherlands and abroad. Many world-famous artists performed in the Melkweg in the early days of their careers. Y ou will find Paradiso, THE pop temple of the Netherlands on the other side of Leidseplein. This is the spot where the great names performed. Y ou can go crazy in the great hall with 1500 others. The large yellow building across the Stadsschouwburg is the City Theatre, a modern art house cinema. Y ou will find De Balie, a pleasant grand café across the City Theatre.
On and around Max Euweplein Max Euweplein is situated at less than a five minute walk from Leidseplein by Weteringschans. Y ou will find various restaurants and café s here, among which the Hard R ock café . Y ou will also find Holland Casino here which houses the Lido Club.
TIPS! • Pay a spontaneous visit to theatre the Schouwburg? If you are lucky you can still get reduced rate tickets as of midday in the last minute ticket shop. • For a chic cup of coffee you go to Hotel Américain. It is a large hotel with a fountain in front of it, located on Leidseplein, past the outdoor cafes and past the Schouwburg theatre. • Do you love gaming and going out? Then get into a game pod at the Lido Club on Max Euweplein with your friends. • Great weather? You can walk straight into the Vonde park from Max uweplein. 32
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In the past fifty years Amsterdam’s harbour activities have moved to the west of the city. As a result space to live opened up along the IJ lake. The architecture is striking and interesting, it is the architecture of Amsterdam in the future. Architecture and urban design Present and past have been brought together in the architecture and the urban design of the Docklands. The harbour feeling is still alive, but old warehouses have been given new functions and the diverging designs of various artists link up with each other perfectly. Admire the special houses on KNSM island, walk across the whole Java island via the pedestrian bridges and take a look at the Whale (or Sphinx) on the Sporenbrug on Borneo island. IJburg is absolutely worth a visit for architectural buffs. The urban design scheme here is based on the ‘collage city concept’. The island consists of 8 neighbourhoods, each of which has its own individual character.
Going out and music The Docklands attract many artistic people, so it comes as no surprise that when it comes to culture and going out there is plenty to do here. It’s mainly about contemporary classical music in the Music Building (Muziekgebouw) on IJ lake (a ten-minute walk from the back of the Central Station). The Bim house (Bim huis), that protrudes on the street side of the Music Building is a concert hall for jazz and improvised music. When you cross the IJ with the Ferry (Pont) from the back of the railway station, you get to another striking building: the Netherlands EYE Film Institute. The collection of the EYE comprises the complete film history.
TIPS! • Take a guided walk (also in the nglish language) on the Eastern Docklands • Visit the permanent showing in the basement of the Y Film Institute Nederland for free. • Pay a visit to the beautiful Maritime Museum and get on board a replica of a VOC ship. (Kattenburgerplein 1) • njoy the sun on the roof terrace of the Nemo Science Centre (free of charge) or be surprised in this museum about technology and science. The Nemo Science Centre is equally interesting and fun for adults as it is for children.
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Foto: DigiDaan
O M E N r e t n e C e c Scien Discover the world of science and technology and visit the exhibition Miracle or Science (till 26 October 2014)
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TONEELGROEP AMSTERDAM Provides English surtitles The Entertainer
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THE ENTERTAINER 13 - 23 August The Entertainer is a true West End Classic full of razor-sharp songs and hilarious acts. After a successful tour, met with great enthusiasm from audiences and showered with praise in the press, The Entertainer will return exclusively to Amsterdam in August. The Entertainer is a portrayal of the R ice family, spanning three generations of vaudeville artists who are finding it increasingly difficult to secure their position in the midst of the fast-changing world. Conversations between the grandfather Billy (Fred Goessens) and his granddaughter Jean (Mariana Aparicio Torres) alternate with performances by his son Archie (Gijs Scholten van Aschat), whose sarcastic songs hold a mirror up to his audience. ‘The Entertainer turns the downfall into a stirring and vivacious feast. When disaster draws near and crisis is permanently present, sometimes the only remedies are humour and music.’ – director Eric de Vroedt.
The Entertainer
‘Don’t miss this top-notch show!’ – De Groene Amsterdammer by john osborne | directed by eric de vroedt with mariana aparacio torres, fred goessens, janni goslinga, alwin pulinckx, gijs scholten van aschat
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THE FOUNTAINHEAD 26 - 30 August | 4, 18 September Toneelgroep Amsterdam concluded season 13|14 by premiering The Fountainhead directed by Ivo van Hove. Ayn R and wrote the ideological novel in 194 3; a portrait of the brilliant young architect Howard R oark and a controversial and vivacious tale about following your ideals without compromise. R oark is a headstrong architect with only one wish: to shape the material the earth offers him according to his own ideal. This appears to be no simple task in a world in which the will to create is abandoned in favor of commercial success, social interest and power. In this world fl attery and intrige soon bring R oarks ambitious classmate Peter Keating to the top of the architectural world, and writer Ellsworth Toohey manipulates the sense of the masses via the popular New Y ork Banner. And then there is Gail Wynand, the infl uential owner of the Banner: a man who sold his soul to the masses in exchange for power. When Howard R oark meets the beautiful Dominique Francon he finds in her a kindred spirit. Between the disillusioned Dominique and the spirited R oark a raw romance develops itself: a romance that makes tangible the difficulty of giving yourself to another,
This season Toneelgroep Amsterdam will be providing English surtitles (Projected English translation) for all her August and Thursday evening performances in the Stadsschouwburg Amsterdam. During performances of TA, surtitles are projected as close to the actors as possible and are always controlled manually. Thanks to this, visitors who do not understand Dutch can easily follow the action.
while at the same time staying true to yourself. How much are you willing to sacrifice for independence? In The Fountainhead Ayn R and conscientiously depicts the battle between holding on to your own vision and being servient to others. In the centre she poses a man driven by his passion and his power as a creator; a person who doesn’t live for others. ‘A masterpiece’ – de Volkskrant**** by ayn rand | directed by ivo van hove with tamar van den dop, aus greidanus jr., robert de hoog, hans kesting, hugo koolschijn, ramsey nasr, frieda pittoors, halina reijn, bart slegers Photos: Jan Versweyveld. 37
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THIS SEASON IN AMSTERDAM What’s the best time to visit Amsterdam? That depends of course on what you’re looking for. Springtime is bright and colourful in Amsterdam. In summer it buzzes with all sorts of outdoors activities and festivals. In autumn and winter, as the leaves are blown from the trees, Amsterdam’s
beautiful gables reappear in their full glory from behind the foliage.
Body Worlds Damrak Damrak 66 | www.bodyworlds.nl Phone: 0900-8411 Permanent exhibition BODY WORLDS: The Happiness Project marks an entirely new chapter in the already impressive series of international BODY WORLDS exhibitions. An interactive exhibition exploring what happiness is and the science behind it, The Happiness Project, is open daily, welcoming visitors right in the heart of the city, at Damrak 66.
ARCAM SPOT ON ARCHITECTURE Architecture gallery, shop, info. Start your exploration of the most sensational buildings and areas in Amsterdam at Arcam. ARCAM - Amsterdam Centre for Architecture Prins Hendrikkade 600 T 0031 20 6204878 Tue-Sun 1-5 pm www.arcam.nl
Amsterdam Museum Amsterdam Museum Kalverstraat 92 | www.amsterdammuseum.nl Phone: (020) 5231 822 Amsterdam DNA is the permanent exhibition of the Amsterdam Museum. The presentation provides you within an hour of a fascinating and concise overview of the history of Amsterdam by means of interactive image, sound, movement and specially chosen objects.
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ART AND CULTURE THIS SEASON Art of the Brick Amsterdam EXPO Gustav Mahlerlaan 24 | www. amsterdamexpo.nl 1082 MC Amsterdam 29 may till 14 september 2014
In this great exhibition – proclaimed by CNN as one of the world’s 10 must-see exhibitions – you will see large-scale sculptures created from LEGO bricks. Many of which are human figures, but also a T-Rex skeleton constructed from over 80,000 LEGO bricks that measures over six metres in length. The exhibition also includes some of the world’s most famous artworks from Da Vinci, Vermeer and Rembrandt in 3D, all created from LEGO. These one-of-a-kind LEGO brick sculptures are the work of US artist Nathan Sawaya. The exhibition includes an Interactive Zone inviting younger (and older) visitors to explore their creativity using the iconic bricks.
Fashion Photography Next: Don’t Stop Now Foam Keizersgracht 609 | www.Foam.org Phone: (020) 5516500 11 July till 7 September 2014 A group exhibition of works by the new guard of young international photographers who work for magazines such as Dazed & Confused and Another Woman. A dynamic and diverse exhibition in which their work as creative, independent central image makers, which in addition to photography, installations, videos and books of the photographers are displayed. In the exhibition, a publication by Thames & Hudsen, compiled by Magdalene Keaney, also curator of the exhibition in collaboration with foam appears.
The Rembrandt House Museum Rembrandt huis Jodenbreestraat 4 | www.rembrandthuis.nl phone: (020) 520 04 00 Get to know the master personally by visiting the home and studio of the illustrious artist Rembrandt van Rijn (1606-1669). In this house, where his son Titus was born and his wife Saskia died at a young age, many of his famous masterpieces were made. The interior of the house has been restored to its former, 17th-century glory and the rooms have been refurnished with works of art, furniture and other objects from Rembrandt’s time. Daily demonstrations & workshops Every day demonstrators will show you how etchings were printed in the 17th century. The demonstrations are free of charge and take place in Rembrandt’s former graphic workshop. And in the master’s reconstructed stuwdio, demonstrators will show you how paint was made in Rembrandt’s time. The Rembrandt House also offers freely accessible workshops Print Making in the Apprentice’s Studio in The Rembrandt House, daily from 11:30 to 17:00.
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THEATRE THIS SEASON
photo: Kurt van der Elst
ANNE Theater Amsterdam Danzigerkade 5 | www.theateramsterdam.nl Phone: (088) 123 2411 1 May till 20 August 2014
Anne is a theater performance based on the life of Anne Frank. It covers the two years spent by Anne and her family in the Secret Annex as well as the events of the times before and after. Anne’s words - poignantly refl ecting the tensions and tragedy of their existence during these times - come alive against the backdrop of a life-size set, allowing spectators to experience Anne’s life journey that leads the lonely little girl towards writing and womanhood in the midst of terrible oppression. ANNE is the first ever theater performance based on all the versions of her diaries, including the uncensored ones, edited by Anne Frank herself.ANNE is the first ever theater performance based on all the versions of her diaries, including the uncensored ones, edited by Anne Frank herself and is playing at the purpose-built Theater Amsterdam. ANNE was created at the initiative of and in cooperation with the AnneFrank Fonds in Basel. This fund, established by Otto Frank, is the sole heir of the Frank family and anyincome yielded by the Frank estate is redirected to fund educational and charitable purposes, worldwide.
Uitmarkt Museumplein, Leiseplein & Vondelpark www.uitmarkt.nl Phone: (020) 7026000 29,30,31 August 2014
The Uitmarkt rings in the start of the new cultural season each year, inspiring, entertaining and astounding theatre, Music, book and film lovers alike in the last weekend of August. A wide range of performers, troupes and cultural institutions come together to make each edition truly special. On Friday, August 29th, Saturday, August 30 and Sunday, August 31, the 37th edition of the Uitmarkt occurs. It is the start of the new cultural season and this is quite celebrated on and around the Museumplein and Leidseplein.
National Dutch Theatre Festival Various locations www.tf.nl 4 till 14 September 2014
The season’s top drama performances, which the jury panel and the audiences felt shouldn’t be missed, will be staged at the Dutch Theatre Festival in Amsterdam. From September 4-14 2014, the theatres on and around the Leidseplein in Amsterdam will celebrate the stage during the Dutch Theatre Festival. The Dutch Theatre Festival will show the best performances of the past theatre season on stages including Stadsschouwburg Amsterdam, Theater Bellevue and De Krakeling. Some of the plays will be presented with English surtitles. See www.tf.nl/en for the complete program and for more information about the Dutch Theatre Festival. 40
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Swan Lake Nationale Opera & Ballet Amstel 3 | www.operaballet.nl Phone: (020) 5518117 14, 17, 19, 20, 27, 28 September 6, 8, 9, 11, 12, 14,15 November 1,3,5,7,8 March 2015 There’s a good reason why Swan Lake is so often called the ‘ballet of all ballets’. The combination of pure romanticism, the story about love and deception and Tchaikovsky’s famous ballet music all continue to reach new generations of audiences. Swan Lake is a beautiful ballet piece. Every performance of National Opera & Ballet is preceded by a pre-performance talk. This talk begins 45 minutes before curtain and is held in the foyer of the second balcony. The pre-performance talk is free of charge to everyone attending the performance, and amplification is used to enhance audibility.
War Horse Carré ré Amsterdam www.carre.nl carre.nl | Ams Amstel 115-125 Phone: (020) 52 49 452 30 May till 28 Sep 2014 War Horse, based on the beloved novel by Michael Morpurgo, is a powerfully moving and imaginative drama, filled with stirring music and magnificent artistry. South Africa’s Handspring Puppet Company brings breathing, galloping, full-scale horses to life on the stage — their fl anks, hides and sinews built of steel, leather and aircraft cables. Experience the emotional journey that charges through the battlefields of history straight to hearts of audiences around the world.
Vondelpark Open Air Theatre Vondelpark Kleine-Gartmanplantsoen 21 | www.openluchttheater.nl Phone: (020) 4283360 May till September 2014 Every summer the Vondelpark Open Air Theatre, located in the Vondelpark in Amsterdam is perfect for beautiful concerts and performances by Dutch cream of the crop in terms of cabaret, dance, children’s shows and music. From the beginning of May till September , the program of the Vondelpark Openluchttheater consists of various artistic forms. On Fridays there are dance performances, on Saturdays there are youth performances and Saturday nights we’ve got stand up comedians and music. Sunday is a day with various music, world music and classical music, as well as urban and Dutch music. All the performances in the open air theater are freely accessible. Buying a ticket is not required. From the end of April the programming can be found at website.
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EVENTS AND FESTIVALS THIS SEASON
Appelsap music festival Oosterpark www.appelsap.net 9 August 2014 Since starting out as a free block jam back in 2000, Appelsap has grown into the groundbreaking festival it is today. Its line-up ranges from local talent to the elite of world-class Hiphop, Soul, R&B and progressive electronic music. Despite the festival’s continuing growth, the convivial atmosphere is still as tangible as it was during the early block jam days. Besides fresh music, there is a wide range of international cuisine and activities for kids (who can get in for free under 12).
De Parade Martin Luther Kingpark www.deparade.nl Pohone: +31 (0)33 465 45 55 8 untill 24th of August This summer, traveling theatre festival the Parade travels through the Netherlands for the 24rd year. The festival kicks off in Rotterdam in the Museumpark. After Rotterdam, the festival will continue its journey with her colorful tents, restaurants and terraces to The Hague, Utrecht and Amsterdam. On August 24th the summertour will be concluded with a grand festive Gala. At the Parade there is something to experience for everyone. There will be over 90 different theatre-, music-, and dance performances for young and old. There will be free music performances at Café Correct and Hotel Vilé. On top of that, visitors can enjoy their time on one of the many terraces for cocktails, Asian food, BBQ and much more.
Amsterdam Fringe Festival Various locations www.amsterdamfringefestival.nl 4 till 14 September
The Amsterdam Fringe Festival takes place in the fringes of the Dutch Theatre Festival, highlighting Amsterdam’s avant-garde drama productions. The Amsterdam Fringe Festival is based on the famous and successful Fringe Festival as they exist in, for example Edinburgh, Adelaide, New York and Grahamstown (SA). During those 10 Fringe days you can see works from over 80 theatre groups, of unorthodox, national and international theatre directors and artists, at more then 40 different locations spread throughout the city.There is an extensive ‘Language No Problem’ program, which means shows that are either in English or that make no use of words or language are marked with LNP sign. About 50% of the shows is suitable for non-Dutch speakers.
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EVENTS AND FESTIVALS THIS SEASON Discovery Festival Tolhuistuin Tolhuisweg 5 | ww.discoveryfestival.nl 17-27 September 2014 Discovery Festival is a festivalt-of-contents: exciting science experiments, music, art and inspiring new ideas. More workshops, more space, exciting collaborations and a new location, the ninth edition of Discovery Festival Is better than ever. Everything revolves discover the thrill of new things. After eight editions, the festival this year for the first place in the Tolhuistuin. Hardwell and Steve Aoki and many more. Tickets are available online
Mysteryland Floriade in Haarlemmermeer www. mysteryland.nl 23 August 2014 MysteryLand is a dance festival held in the Netherlands since 1993. The slogan for the festival is Yesterday is history. Today is a gift. Tomorrow is a Mystery!. In the various editions have many different DJs and bands occurred. Thus, the festival has grown from a house party to a festival with many different styles to a wider audience had to pull. The music genres that are played are: techno, house, trance, dance, hardstyle, urban, hip hop and electro. MysteryLand has this year a wonderful line-up. There are several stages and there are performances by famous artists such as Hardwell and Steve Aoki and many more. Tickets are available online
Gay Pride Amsterdam Amsterdam | www.amsterdamgaypride.nl Gay Pride Amsterdam is one of the best and most fun prides in the world. This year it’s from 26 July till 3 August 2014, with all major events taking place 1 - 3 August. FRIDAY 1 AUGUST 2014 First real party night of the Pride weekend. Tonight the big gay street parties will take start at the Reguliersdwarsstraat (Young / trendy) and Amstel (Popular / Dutch), the central Rembrandtplein and Paardenstraat (Women). Make sure you do not miss the hliareous Drag Queen Olympics at the Westermarkt. The Friday popular party for guys who like to dance and cruise is (Z)onderbroek, the popular underwear party in Club Church SATURDAY 2 AUGUST 2014 The highlight of the Amsterdam Gay Pride weekend is the famous Canal Parade on Saturday afternoon. Where most parades use trucks, Amsterdam has boats!75 spectacular decorated boats with beautiful boys and girls will sail from 14:00 till 18:00 through the Prinsengracht and Amstel river. The gay parade is watched by 300.000 spectators every year. SUNDAY 3 AUGUST 2014 Today is closing day. The traditional Pride Closing Party - again this year on a massive stage at the Rembrandtplein - takes place late in the afternoon and early in the evening with many Dutch artists and DJ’s. It’s a mixed gay crowd, trying to survive the hangover and celebrating the last day of the Amsterdam gay pride
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MUSIC AND CONCERTS THIS SEASON
Robeco SummerNights Concertgebouw Concertgebouwplein 10 | www.concertgebouw.nl 29 june till 31 August 2014 MUSIC AND ENTERTAINMENT In July and August, the Robeco SummerNights offer the perfect setting for a wonderful evening of music and entertainment. Well-known artists and orchestras from all over the world come to The Concertgebouw to perform. From classical music to swinging pop and jazz, the beautiful music never fails to entertain and inspire.
The Kaiser chiefs Paradiso Weteringschans 6-8 | www.paradiso.nl Phone: (020) 6264521 11 September 2014
DINNER AND A DATE Exclusive dining before the concert is possible on board the Robeco SummerNights Dinner Cruise or in the breathtaking Mirror Hall, which hosts the Robeco Summer Restaurant. Afterwards you have a date with the artist, offered by SummerNights Live!
‘Oh My God’, ‘I Predict A Riot’, ‘Everyday I Love You Less And Less’, ‘Modern Way’, ‘Ruby’, ‘The Angry Mob’, ‘Never Miss A Beat’, the almost fifteen year career Kaiser Chiefs have a whole bunch of indie hits delivered on almost every festival in the world are sung. lustily The band, however, feeds on old fame but continues albums. The new album ‘Education, Education, Education & War’ has just been released.
photo: Ronald Knapp
Summer Sessions All Stars & Talents North Sea Jazz Club Pazzanistraat 1 Phone: (020) 7220980 11, 18, 19, 29 July and 3, 7, 16, 26 August 2014
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Visiting Amsterdam? The North Sea Jazz Club is celebrating the summer with big names on the intimate stage at the Westergasfabriek. Expect performances of soul songstress Lalah Hathaway (11/07), daughter of the legendary Donny Hathaway and blessed with his voice, fusion stars Mike Stern & Bill Evans (29/07), Matt Bianco (16/08) and blues men Keb’Mo’ (29/07), Lucky Peterson(03/08) and The Paladins (18/07). Returning to the club are godfather of acid jazz and disco Roy Ayers (26/08) and jazz hipster Christian Scott (07/08). If you prefer chilling outside, there are daily free concerts of upcoming talents on the club’s terrace, the so-called Summer Sessions Talents. More info: www.northseajazzclub.com
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MUSIC AND CONCERTS THIS SEASON Così fan tutte from Mozart by Orchestra of the 18th Century Carré Amstel 115 /125 | www.carre.nl Phone: 0900 2525255 26 August 2014
Topensemble brings popular Mozart-opera in an astonishing performance in the ring of Carré. ‘Così fan tutte’ is one of the most popular operas of Mozart. It’s a story about love and adultery. Two young o cers Ferrando and Guglielmo know for sure that the sisters Dorabella and Fiordiligi will always be faithful to them. A great bet for the older Don Alfonso. Within twentyfour hours, the four lovers experience a painful reverse. The performance by the Orchestra of the 18th century is very special. It’s rare that an opera performance receives such great attendance.
Ernst Reijseger Solo Felix & Foam Keizersgracht 609 | www.foam.org / www.bimhuis.nl 15 August 2014
Ernst Reijseger is one of the world’s most inventive cello players, constantly shifting between classical, jazz and African music. His utterly idiosyncratic style of playing is best expressed when performing solo. This concert is part of the BIMHUIS AT FELIX &FOAM, a series of adventuresome summer concerts, hosted by the Bimhuis..
Grachtenfestival Amsterdam Prinsengracht 583 | www.grachtenfestival.nl Phone: (020) 421 4542 15 to 24 August 2014
Grachtenfestival Amsterdam introduces classical music to a broad audience in unusual ways, letting promising young performers excel in extraordinary venues. Under the ground or under starry skies -- every year Grachtenfestival Amsterdam turns the Dutch capital into the world’s most beautiful concert hall. The combination of repertoire and venues presents classical music at the very highest level in an easily accessible format, making Grachtenfestival Amsterdam a unique experience for both visitors and musicians. The theme of the 17th Grachtenfestival Amsterdam is “Upside down”. This theme is refl ected in both the concerts and the venues. Grachtenfestival Amsterdam 2014 is the 17th time this appealing and successful festival has been held. It attracts over 60,000 national and international visitors annually.
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PERFORMING ARTS & CULTURE IN AMSTERDAM You can find all types of performing arts. Stage Theatre, Mime, Ballet, Modern Dance on www.amsterdamjournal.nl. For theatre tickets, go to your nearest Tourist Information Centre (VVV) Amsterdam is the cultural centre of the Netherlands. The city has some fifty museums and many other exhibition spaces. The large museums attract over four million visitors a year. Research has shown that the arts sector is a major attraction of the city to its residents and visitors alike. A quarter of foreign tourists come to Amsterdam primarily for the art. Here you will find up-to-date information on arts and culture in Amsterdam.
Visit the Diamant Museum Amsterdam and become a diamond expert! diamant museum amsterdam Museumplein, between Van Gogh Museum and Rijksmuseum Paulus Potterstraat 8 | Amsterdam info@diamantmuseumamsterdam.nl www.diamantmuseumamsterdam.nl opening hours | 7 days a week 9.00 am - 5.00 pm
PERFORMING ARTS Akhnaton Nieuwezijds Kolk 25, Phone: (020) 624 33 96 www.akhnaton.nl Theater Amsterdam Danzigerkade 5 / Westpoortnummer 2036 Phone: (0900) 03 22 www.theateramsterdam.nl Amsterdam Bos theater Amsterdams Bos, Phone: (020) 643 32 86 www.bostheater.nl De Balie Theater Kleine Gartmanplantsoen 10, Phone: (020) 553 51 51 www.debalie.nl Theater Bellevue Leidsekade 90, Phone: (020) 530 53 01 www.theaterbellevue.nl Betty Asfalt Complex Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal 282, Phone: (020) 626 46 95 www.bettyasfalt.nl Beurs van Berlage Damrak 243, Phone: (020) 530 41 41 www.beursvanberlage.nl Bijlmer Parktheater Anton de Komplein 240, Phone: (020) 311 39 30 www.bijlmerparktheater.nl
Bimhuis Piet Heinkade 3, Phone: (020) 788 21 88 www.bimhuis.nl
CREA Nieuwe Achtergracht 170, Phone: (020) 525 14 00 www.crea.nl
Nationale Opera & Ballet Waterlooplein 22, Phone: (020) 551 81 17 www.operaballet.nl
CC Muziekcafé Rustenburgerstraat 384, (06) 242 36 95 56 www.cccafe.nl
Dancemakers Gedempt Hamerkanaal 203-205, Phone: (020) 689 17 89 www.dansmakers.nl
Ostadetheater Van Ostadestraat 233d, www.ostadetheater.nl
Concertgebouw Concertgebouwplein 10, Phone: (0900) 671 83 45 www.concertgebouw.nl
Dijk Theater Da Costakade 160, Phone: (020 ) 689 16 27 www.dijktheater.nl Theater De Engelenbak Nes 71, Phone: (020) 626 36 44 www.engelenbak.nl Felix Meritis Keizersgracht 324, Phone: (020) 626 23 21 www.felix.meritis.nl Frascati Nes 63, Phone: (020) 626 68 66 www.frascatitheater.nl De Heeren van Aemstel Thorbeckeplein 5, Phone: (020) 620 21 73 www. deheerenvanaemstel.nl Heineken Music Hall Arena Boulevard 590, Phone: (0900) 687 42 42 (15cpm) www.heineken-music-hall.nl
Literair Theater Perdu Kolveniersburgwal 86, Phone: (020) 627 62 95 www.perdu.nl RAI Europaplein 22, Phone: (020) 549 12 12 www.rai.nl
DeLaMar Theater Marnixstraat 402, Phone: (0900) 335 26 27 (35 cpm) www.delamar.nl
Rode Hoed Keizersgracht 102, Phone: (020) 638 56 06 www.rodehoed.nl
De Engelbewaarder Kloveniersburgwal 59 Phone: (020) 625 37 72 www.cafe-de-engelbewaarder.nl
Stadsschouwburg Leidseplein 26, Phone: (020) 624 23 11 www.ssba.nl
Heineken Music Hall Arena Boulevard 509, Phone: (0900) 687 42 42 (15 cpm) www.heineken-music-hall.nl
Het Veem Theater Van Diemenstraat 410, Phone: (020) 626 01 12 www.hetveemtheater.nl
MUSIC Alto Jazz café Korte Leidsedwarsstraat 115 Phone: (020) 626 32 49 www.jazz-cafe-alto.nl
De Kleine Komedie Amstel 56-58, Phone: (020) 624 05 34 www.dekleinekomedie.nl
Hotel Arena ‘s-Gravesandestraat 51 Phone: (020) 850 24 00 www.hotelarena.nl
Bunker theater zaken bv Ottho Heldringstraat 3, Phone: (020) 489 98 99 www.bunkertheaterzaken.nl
Internationaal Cultuurpodium, Podium Mozaïek Bos en lommerweg 191, Phone: (020) 580 03 80 www.podiummozaiek.nl
De Badcuyp 1e Sweelinckstraat 10, Phone: (020) 657 96 69 www.badcuyp.nl
Theater De Cameleon Derde Kostverlorenkade 35, Phone: (020) 489 46 56 www.decameleon.nl
Internationaal Danstheater Kloveniersburgwal 87, Phone: (020) 623 91 12 www.intdanstheater.net
Theater Carré Amstel 115-125, Phone: (0900) 252 52 55 (40 cpm) www.theatercarre.nl
Koninklijk instituut voor de Tropen Mauritskade 63, Phone: (020) 568 87 11 www.kit.nl
Boom Chicago Leidseplein 12, Phone: (020) 423 01 01 www.boomchicago.nl
Cliffordstudio Cliffordstraat 38, Phone: (020) 682 85 09 www.muzenis.nl Comedy Café Max Euweplein 43-45, Phone: (020) 638 39 71 www.comedycafe.nl Comedy Theater Nes 110, Phone: (020) 422 27 77 www.comedytheater.nl Compagnietheater Kloveniersburgwal 50, Phone: (020) 520 10 www.compagnietheater.nl
Marionettentheater Nieuwe Jonkerstraat 8, Phone: (020) 620 80 27 www.marionettentheater.nl Oostblok Sajetplein 39, Tweede van Swindenstraat 26 Phone: (020) 665 45 68 www.oostblok.nl Muziekgebouw aan ‘t IJ Piet Heinkade 1 Phone: (020) 788 20 00 www.muziekgebouw.nl
Cruise Inn Zuiderzeeweg 29, Phone: (020) 692 71 88
Bamboo Bar Jazz Lange Leidsedwarsstraat 64 www.bamboobar.nl Bethanienklooster Barndesteeg 6b, Phone: (020) 625 00 78 www.bethanienklooster.nl Betty Asfalt Complex Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal 282, Phone: (020) 620 47 48 www.bettyasfaltcomplex.nl Bourbon Street Leidsekruisstraat 6-8, Phone: (020) 623 34 40 www.bourbonstreet.nl Theater Carré Amstel 115-125, Phone: (0900) 252 52 55 (40 cpm) www.carre.nl Casa Blanca Zeedijk 26e, Phone: (020) 776 74 07 www.cafecasablanca.nl
Marcanti Plaza Jan van Galenstraat 6 Phone: (020) 386 88 48 Maloe Melo Lijnbaansgracht 163, Phone: (020) 420 45 92 www.maloemelo.com MC Theater Polonceaukade 5, Phone: (020) 606 50 50 www.mconline.nl Meervaart Meer en Vaart 300, Phone: (020) 410 77 00 www.meervaart.nl Melkweg Lijnbaansgracht 234a, Phone: (020) 531 81 81 www.melkweg.nl Mulligans Amstel 100, Phone: (020) 622 13 30 www.mulligans.nl North Sea Jazz Club Pazzanistraat 1, Phone: (020) 722 09 80 www.northseajazzclub.com Orgelpark Gerard Brandtstraat 26, Phone: (020) 0205 158 111 www.orgelpark.nl Panama Oostelijke Handelskade 4, Phone: (020) 311 86 86 www.panama.nl Paradiso Weteringschans 6-8, Phone: (020) 626 45 21 www.paradiso.nl
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Sopranos Paardenstraat 11-15, Phone: (020) 428 82 11 www.sopranospianobar.nl
Cobramuseum Sandbergplein 1, Amstelveen Phone: (020) 547 50 50 www.cobra-museum.nl
Joods Historisch Museum Nieuwe Amstelstraat 1, Phone: (020) 531 03 10 www.jhm.nl
Theatermuseum Sarphatistraat 53, Phone: (020) 551 33 00 www.tin.nl
Bananen Bar & Club Oudezijds Achterburgwal 37, Phone: (020) 627 89 54 www.janot.nl
Westerkerk Prinsengracht 281, Phone: (020) 624 77 66 www.westerkerk.nl
Diamond Museum Amsterdam Paulus Potterstraat 8, Phone: (020) 305 53 00 www.diamantmuseumamsterdam.nl
Museum Van Loon Keizersgracht 672, Phone: (020) 624 52 55 www.museumvanloon.nl
Torture Museum Singel 449, Phone: (020) 320 66 42 www.torturemuseum.com
Casa Rosso Oudezijds Achterburgwal 106-108, Phone: (020) 627 89 54 www.janot.nl
Madame Tussaud’s Dam 20, Phone: (020) 522 10 10 www.madame-tussauds.com
Tropenmuseum Linnaeusstraat 2, Phone: (020) 568 82 00 www.tropenmuseum.nl
Coster Diamonds Paulus Potterstraat 2-6, Phone: (020) 305 55 55 www.costerdiamonds.com
De Molen van Sloten Kuiperijmuseum Akersluis 10 Phone: (020) 669 04 12 www.molenvansloten.nl
The Willet-Holthuysen Museum Herengracht 605, Phone: (020) 523 18 22 www.willetholthuysen.nl
C oster diamonds is one of E urope’ s oldest Diamond F actories and one of Amsterdam’ s most treasured locations. The day the Amsterdam diamond cutter M artin C oster received ownership from his father M oses E lias C oster and started a factory at the Waterlooplein in 1840, C oster Diamonds was born.
Ziggo Dome De Passage 100, Phone: (0900) 235 36 63 www.ziggodome.nl
MUSEUMS Ajax Museum Arena Boulevard 29, Phone: (020) 311 14 44 www.ajax.nl Allard Pierson, Archaeological Museum of the University of Amsterdam Oude Turfmarkt 127, Phone: (020) 525 25 56 www.allardpiersonmuseum.nl Amsterdam Cheese Museum Prinsensgracht 112, Phone: (020) 331 66 05 amsterdamcheesemuseum@ gmail.com Amsterdam Museum, The Story of Amsterdam, your entry to the city Kalverstraat 92, Phone: (020) 523 18 22 www.ahm.nl Amsterdam Pipe Museum Prinsengracht 488, Phone: (020) 421 17 79 www.pipemuseum.nl Amsterdam Tattoo Museum Plantage M iddenlaan 62, Phone: (020) 7009320 www.amsterdamtattoo museum.com Anne Frank House Prinsengracht 267, Phone: (020) 556 71 00 www.annefrank.org ARCAM Prins Hendrikkade 600, Phone: (020) 620 48 78 www.arcam.nl Amsterdam Tulip Museum Prinsengracht 116, Phone: (020) 421 00 95 www.amsterdamtulipmuseum.com Arti et Amicitiae Rokin 112, Phone: (020) 624 51 34 www.arti.nl Museum of Bags and Purses Herengracht 573, Phone: (020) 524 64 52 www.tassenmuseum.nl Bibliotheca Philosophica Hermetica Bloemstraat 13-19, Phone: (020) 625 80 79 www.ritmanlibrary.com Bijbels Museum / Biblical Museum Herengracht 366-368, Phone: (020) 624 24 36 www.bijbelsmuseum.nl De Brakke Grond Nes 45, Phone: (020) 626 68 66 www.brakkegrond.nl The Cat Cabinet Herengracht 497, Phone: (020) 626 9040 www.kattenkabinet.nl
The Diamond M useum Amsterdam gives you an ideal introduction into the world diamonds by means of photographs, fi lm, diamonds (real and almost real), histor and jewellery. After a sort or a long visit you can have a drink in the M useum café or look around in the M useum shop. Dutch Resistance Museum Plantage Kerklaan 61, Phone: (020) 620 25 35 www.verzetsmuseum.org Erotic Museum Oudezijds Achterburgwal 54, Phone: (020) 627 89 54 www.erotisch-museum.nl Eye Film Institute Nederland IJ promenade 1, Phone: (020) 589 14 00 www.eyefi lm.nl
Multatuli House Korsjesportsteeg 20, Phone: (020) 638 19 38 www.multatuli-museum.nl Museum The Ship Museum of Amsterdam School and Social Housing Spaarndammerplantsoen 140, Phone: (020) 686 85 95 www.hetschip.nl De Nieuwe Kerk Dam 12 (Dam Square), Phone: (020) 638 69 09 www.nieuwekerk.nl
Foam Museum of Photography Keizersgracht 609, Phone: (020) 55 165 00 www.foam.nl
Ons’ Lieve Heer Op Solder (Museum Amstelkring) Oudezijds Voorburgwal 40, Phone: (020) 624 66 04 www.opsolder.nl
Museum Geelvinck Keizersgracht 633, Phone: (020) 715 59 00 www.museumgeelvinck.nl
Het Oranje Voetbal Museum Kalverstraat 236, (Hoek M untplein) Phone: (0900) 14 37 www.supportersclub-oranje.nl
Van Gogh Museum Paulus Potterstraat 7, Phone: (020) 570 52 00 www.vangoghmuseum.nl Hash Marihuana & Hemp Museum Oudezijds Achterburgwal 148 Phone: (020) 624 89 26 www.hashmuseum.com The Hash Info M useum details the 8,00-year history and many uses of cannabis and textiles as well as its medical benefi ts. The process of producing hash and marijuana and the various rolling and smoking methods are all explained in detail with a shop conveniently located next to the museum selling assorted smoking and growing equipment. Through a glass wall, visitors can observe dozens of varieties of marijuana cultivated in optimal conditions, with some plants standing over 150 centimetres (60 inches) tall, their lush foliage shining under special growing lamps. Hermitage Amsterdam Amstel 51, Phone: (020) 530 87 55 www.hermitage.nl
Oude Kerk Oudekerksplein 23, Phone: (020) 625 82 84 www.oudekerk.nl Pianola Museum Westerstraat 106, Phone: (020) 627 96 24 www.pianola.nl Porceleyne Fles, Delft Experience in the Munttower M untplein 12, Phone: (020) 623 22 71 www.royaldelftexperience.com Rembrandthuis Museum J odenbreestraat 4, Phone: (020) 520 04 00 www.rembrandthuis.nl Rijksmuseum M useumstraat 1, Phone: (020) 674 70 00 www.rijksmuseum.nl Rijksmuseum Schiphol Holland Boulevard at Schiphol Airport (past passport control between E and F piers), Phone: (020) 674 70 00 www.rijksmuseum.nl
Hollandsche Schouwburg Plantage M iddenlaan 24, Phone: (020) 531 03 80 www.hollandscheschouwburg.nl
Nederlands Scheepvaartmuseum Kattenburgerplein 1, Phone: (020) 523 22 22 www.hetscheepvaartmuseum.nl
Houseboat Museum Prinsengracht, opposite 296, Phone: (020) 427 07 50 www.houseboatmuseum.nl
Sexmuseum Damrak 18, Phone: (020) 622 83 76 www.sexmuseumamsterdam.nl
Huis Marseille Foundation for Photography Keizersgracht 401, Phone: (020) 531 89 89 www.huismarseille.nl
Stedelijk Museum M useumplein 10, Phone: (020) 573 29 11 www.stedelijk.nl
GALLERIES Akinci Lijnbaansgracht 317, Phone: (020) 638 04 80 www.akinci.nl Galerie Paul Andriesse Leliegracht 47, Phone: (020) 623 62 37 www.paulandriesse.nl Gallery Delaive Spiegelgracht 23, Phone: (020) 625 90 87 www.delaive.com Peter Donkersloot Galerie Spiegelgracht 14-16, Phone: (020) 623 65 38 www.peterdonkerslootgalerie.nl gallerynine Keizersgracht 548, Phone: (06) 132 120 49 www.gallerynine.nl Foam Editions Keizersgracht 609, Phone: (020) 551 65 00 www.foam.nl/editions Mark Raven Art Store and Gallery (near Dam Square, behind Royal Palace) Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal 174, Kiosk at M useum Square, Leidsestraat 42 (open daily from 10:30-18:00 hrs) www.markraven.nl Galerie Alex Daniels – Reflex Amsterdam Weteringschans 79a, Phone: (020) 627 28 32 www.reflexamsterdam.com Romeo Vetro Hobbemastraat 11, corner PC Hoofdstraat, 200 m from the Rijksmuseum Phone: (020) 4702705 www.romeovetro.com Open: Tue-Sat. 11.00-17.00, Sun 12.00-17.00. Specialized in works in glass Sexy Art Gallery Achterburgwal 54, Phone: (020) 435 962 34 www.sexyartgallery.com Galerie Pien Rademakers Prinsengracht 570, Phone: (020) 622 54 96 www.galerierademakers.nl Stedelijk Museum Bureau Amsterdam Rozenstraat 59 Phone: (020) 422 04 71 www.smba.nl
Gassan Diamonds Nieuwe U ilenburgerstraat 173-175, Phone: (020) 622 53 33 www.gassan.com Heineken Experience Atadhouderskade 78, Phone: (020) 523 92 22 www.heinekenexperience.com Discover the world of Heineken. Be a bottle. Brew your own beer and see why Heineken is the most famous brand of beer in the world. F our levels and 18 attractions in the former brewery will give you an amazing experience. Amongst many new elements, guests will experience an interactive journey through the brewering process and will have the opportunity to create and take home their own personalised bottle of Heineken. Two drinks a person is included in the entrance fee. Holland International Canal Cruises and Excursions Prins Hendrikkade 33a, Phone: (020) 217 05 01 www.canal.nl Hollandsche Schouwburg Plantage M iddenlaan 24, Phone: (020) 531 03 80 www.hollandscheschouwburg.nl Romantic Horse-drawn Carriage Veemarkt 50, Phone: (020) 691 34 78 www.koetstaxi.nl Hortus Botanicus Plantage M iddenlaan 2a, Phone: (020) 625 90 21 www.dehortus.nl Nemo (F.K.A. New Metropolis) Oosterdok 2, Phone: (020) 531 32 33 www.e-nemo.nl House of Bols, Cocktail & Genever Expierience Paulus Potterstraat 14, Phone: (020) 570 85 75 www.houseofbols.com
SIGHTSEEING Artis Plantage Kerklaan 38-40, Phone: (0900) 278 47 96 www.artis.nl
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ALKMAAR
Beautiful, cultural & shopping city Although Alkmaar is famous as a Dutch cheese city, the title covers only part of what it has to offer. For years the city has been entitled to call itself one of the best shopping cities in the Netherlands as well. As you wander through the streets with their impressive monuments you will be amazed at the beauty of the old town and its gold- and silversmiths located in this part of town.
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Driven by passion we search for the most beautiful treasures of the Oriënt. Therefore Edelyn jewelry stands for “Elegance with our own attitude”. With the selected pearls en colorful gems we compose romantic jewelry at our studio full of creativity and craftsmanship. We would like to invite you to visit our two shops in Alkmaar. Edelyn “Het huis met de Parel” (studio) and Edelyn Exclusief (exclusive jewelry) . You are most welcome!
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EDELYN Pearls and gems are gifts of nature Edelyn “Het huis met de Parel” - Appelsteeg 6, Alkmaar Edelyn Exclusief - Mient 31, Alkmaar T: +31(0)72 220 15 20 www.edelyn.nl
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PIET PEPERKAMP, GOLD- & SILVERSMITH Craft & Style! Fnidsen 72 - Alkmaar T: + 31(0)72 515 39 15 www.pietpeperkamp.nl
For over thirty years the shop of gold- & silversmith Piet Peperkamp is located in the district of the old town of Alkmaar. Modern shapes and clean lines characterize the precious metalwork of Piet Peperkamp. With the most eye-catching: a gold spang choker, a forged piece of jewellery that fit around the neck and is made especially for you. A complete jewellery set: ring, bracelet and earrings flows from each uniquely designed spang choker. We also offer a wide selection of exclusive wedding rings and modern watches and of course silver jewellery and sets.
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MARC LANGE JEWELRY ‘Tight lines and unexpected details with incomparable energy’ Mient 12, Alkmaar T: +31(0)72 520 48 14 www.marclange.nl
In his exclusive jewellery shop, the goldsmith Marc Lange offers a collection of contemporary jewellery and watches, which are all created in his own atelier. Lange’s particular style is noticeable in each design: tight lines and unexpected details provide his creations with an incomparable energy. The designer frequently chooses for high-tech titanium, preferably combined with dazzling diamonds and lustrous gold. Beside creativity and originality, practicality and durability are the foundations for each jewellery accessory created by Lange. The designer creates jewellery on request as well.
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PHIE ART JEWELS Handmade Jewels Hekelstraat 1 - Alkmaar T: + 31(0)72 520 06 31 www.phie.nl
Situated in the heart of the old town of Alkmaar, PHIE Art Jewels is well known for its distinctive and recognizable style in jewelry. Characterized by the organic design and vibrant structure, all collection items are small works of art and unique. The ornaments are hand forged from silver and gold, finished with precious stones, pearls or diamonds. All of our jewels are made from superior materials with meticulous craftsmanship. Our mission is simple: to create fabulous one of a kind designs and deliver you a unique piece of jewelry you love to wear. As we are constantly innovating, new designs are regularly added to the collection. Visit us our workshop from Wednesday till Saturday from 11.00 – 17.00.
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ZAANSE SCHANS With its traditional green painted houses, warehouses and windmills the Zaanse Schans gives the feeling of having stepped back into the seventeenth or eighteenth centuries. However this is not an open air museum but a colourful living and working neighbourhood. Most of the buildings were re-located from other areas in the Zaanstreek in the 1960’s and 70’s as owing to urban development they were under threat of obliteration. The Zaanse Schans offers a magnificent view of the surrounding landscape as it was before and after the industrial revolution. This panorama makes the Zaanse Schans a vital link in the European Route of Industrial Heritage.
WINDMILLS A visit to a working industrial windmill is a unique experience. Paint mill De Kat and oil mill De Zoeker are open daily from March to October. From November to February most of the windmills at the Zaanse Schans are only open at the weekends. The Jonge Schaap is open all year. MUSEUMS T Zaanse Schans has a number of fascinating museums to tempt The tthe visitor. The Zaans Museum and the Verkade Pavilion make the ttastiest museum in the Netherlands. The collection is extremely wide-ranging and is presented in a contemporary way. It features w utensils, clothing and paintings as well as factory equipment from u tthe food industry, and as you make your way through the museum you can press on various displays and try and package as many y biscuits and sweets as you can in a computer game. b T smaller, specialized museums such as the first Albert Heijn The Grocery shop, the Bakery Museum ‘In de Gecroonde Duyvekater’, G Museum of the Dutch Clock, are all situated at the Zaanse M Schans in listed buildings bringing the history of this oldest S iindustrial area to life.
In de gecroonde duyvekater
TRADITIONAL DUTCH CRAFT
A great gift shop, located in a historical building from the 17th century.
There is no entrance fee for visiting the traditional Dutch workshops such as the Wooden Shoe Workshop, the Pewter Foundry, Cocoa Lab and the Cheese Farm at the Zaanse Schans. Opening times may vary, but generally they are open daily throughout the year.
Zeilenmakerspad 4 1509 BZ Zaanse Schans 06-55553443 or 06-24123970 in Gecroonde Duyvekater from 1658 on the Zaanse Schans includes a bakery museum, craft bakery and an old Dutch sweetshop. There are typical Dutch / Zaanse traditional delicacies sold. Hot fresh waffles, fi lled cakes fresh from the oven with real almond paste among others. And Duyvekater ( with the same name as the museum) is a Zaans traditional festival bread sweet with a hint of lemon made to a 17th century recipe, the authentic stone oven, fi red by sawdust can be visited and there are various exhibits shown bakery related and owned by Stichting include Zaanse Schans. The museum and shop are open Mon day till Sunday from 10:00 to 17:00 pm Admission is free.
RIVER CRUISES The most enjoyable way to see the surrounding area is from the water. From April to October river cruises are available along the river Zaan not only for a splendid view of the Zaanse Schans, but also for a more detailed examination of the traditional and picturesque Dutch houses, windmills and other interesting sights along the way. ZAANSE SCHANS The Zaanse Schans is open daily throughout the year. There is no entrance fee, however some of the attractions charge an admission fee. INFORMATION CENTER ZAANSE SCHANS Schansend 7, 1509 AW Zaandam | Tel +31 (0)75 681 00 00 E-mail: info@dezaanseschans.nl | www.dezaanseschans.nl
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Zaanse VISITING THE Schans Wooden Shoe Workshop ‘De Zaanse Schans’ Kraaienest 4 | 1509 AZ Zaandam | 075 6177121 www.clogs.nl | info@clogs.nl Open daily, all year round! Visit the wooden shoe workshop at the Zaanse Schans! See the clog makers at work in the workshop and learn about the history of wooden shoes in the museum - admission is free! We have the largest wooden shoe inventory in all sizes and colours! Be sure to try some on and experience what it feels like to walk on wood! Making a picture in the giant wooden shoe will complete your visit! From Amsterdam CS by bus (Bus 391) or train (station Koog-Zaandijk) in only 15 minutes
Bike rent at the Zaanse Schans Kalverringdijk 24 | 1509 BT Zaandam 075 6420585 | info@fietsverhuurwormer.nl www.fietsverhuurwormer.nl Rent a Bike at the Zaanse Schans and take a look at the Zaanstreek from a different perspective.
Museum shop Albert Heijn grocery store The modest birth of the Ahold Company Kalverringdijk 5 | 1509 BT Zaandam 075 6169619 In this beautiful listed building is the faithfully detailed reconstruction of the inventory and interior of the first Albert Heijn store in Oostzaan. This is how Albert Heijn, the founder of the Albert Heijn company began when he took over the small grocery store from his parents in 1887. The museum’s reconstructed interior bears witness to the considerable changes and developments during the last century. The museum also includes a small presentation about the development of the coffee business as part of the heritage of Albert Heijn.
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Restaurant Mandarijn - Rokin 26, www.mandarijnrokin.nl
ushi - Amstel 20 www. ushi.nl
Photo: Š Amsterdam Toerisme & Congres Bureau
Paradiso - Weteringschans 6-8 www.paradiso.nl
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Whatever your taste is, Amsterdam has it. Amsterdam has all the nightlife you would expect. There are intimate restaurants, bars with or without live music, hip dance clubs, comedy clubs, and a casino. A complete list would fill a whole book, so we can only give you some recommendations here.
bars | live music
restaurants cafés As one might expect from a cosmopolitan city, Amsterdam not only offers the possibility of enjoying classical French cuisine, but since a few decades the city has also abounded in - sometimes surprisingly good - Greek, Italian, Moroccan, Turkish, Chinese, Korean and even Nepalese and Ethiopian restaurants. This fact has caused the extensive, daily public market in Albert Cuypstraat to adapt its range to the purchasing requirements of these restaurants. For a quick cheap lunchtime bite try the sandwich shops, the chips stands or herring stalls. Eating maatjes (‘mates’) herring is quite possibly the only important culinary tradition of our otherwise in this respect poorly endowed country. Amsterdam is also a city with many bars and cafés, some 1,500 in all. Each of the areas mentioned below has something to offer, from friendly and relaxed brown cafés, stylish grand cafés to crowded designer bars. The cafés and bars vary greatly and have their own special attraction: a wide range of beers, jenever (Dutch gin), live music, canalside terraces, board games, pool tables or just good old fun.
Jordaan The most easy-going area of the city hosts a great number of outstanding restaurants and bars, from classical French cuisine, Thai food to Tapas bars. Something can be found to everyone’s taste. Rembrandtplein Observed by the cast-iron statue of Amsterdam’s most famous painter lies Rembrandtplein. This place is bustling with places to eat and drink. Some of the most beautiful grand cafés are located here, like Schiller withits marvellous art deco interior. Utrechtsestraat area This narrow street has a special atmosphere and is known for its gift shops and international restaurants. Before dining, you can unwind with a drink on a terrace on Rembrandtplein. Reguliersdwarsstraat As far as gay nightlife is concerned, without a doubt, the Reguliersdwarsstraat is the hippest street in town. However, some of the best restaurants are located here. Leidseplein Leidseplein is Amsterdam’s centre of entertainment, with its many bars, nightclubs, theatres, music halls and hotels. Of course there are many different types of restaurants here.
Amsterdam has some great small bars where you enter for free and or a small fee to listen to live music. Singer-songwriters, jazz, pop, folk or even classical music. You just have to know where to go.
cocktails | dinner The Venice of the North, Amsterdam’s attractions are considerable. Besides the famed red-light areas where windowshopping takes on a whole new meaning and the coffee bars that are more popular for their other wares, Amsterdam is also home to hundreds of great bars and clubs: style bars, cocktail bars, bistros, restaurants and casinos, and the famous brown cafes where you can linger long over a beer and watch the people of Amsterdam go about their business. Once you’ve visited the museum quarter and taken a tour of the canals, you can hit the town. A night out in the many bars of Leidseplein or Rembrandtplein should see you into the small hours.
dinner | clubs Put on your dancing shoes and get ready to groove. In Amsterdam you can party all night long, nearly every night of the week! Have a look at the listings below - whether you’re into techno, drum & bass, top 40, hip-hop or anything in between, you’ll find a club to match your mood.
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INDONESIAN
Area 1
INTERNATIONAL
Area 1
Long Pura Restaurant Rozengracht 46-48, (020) 623 89 50 www.restaurant-longpura.com
Noordwest Café Restaurant Noordermarkt 42, (020) 624 36 89, www.restaurantnoordwest.nl
Selamat Datang, welcome! Nearby the Anne Frankhouse in the cosy Jordaan area, hides a beautiful and colorful Indonesian temple, with a warm interior with Balinese elements. You will be served by staff in traditional clothing. Our Chef and his team prepare tastes and fragrances to delight all your senses. Enjoy the abundance of our famous rice tables or varied a la carte menu. To stimulate your dining experience, all our food is prepared using fresh ingredients. The restaurant is open 365 days a year. Mon-sat 18.00-23.00 hrs., Su 17.00 - 23.00 hrs.
The moment you walk into Noordwest, you’re in for a nice surprise. In the middle of the Jordaan and surrounded by historical architecture, you will discover that the picturesque décor of the marketplace blends harmoniously with the ultra-modern design and tasteful interior of this restaurant. Reservations are recommended. Open daily from 11.00 till 01.00 hrs.
INDONESIAN
Area 2
INTERNATIONAL
Area 2
Kantjil & De Tijger Spuistraat 291-293, (020) 620 30 74, www.kantjil.nl
Goodies, Huidenstraat 9, (020) 625 61 22, www.goforthegoodies.nl
In the heart of Amsterdam, Kantjil & de Tijger is the right place to be for those who are curious about Indonesian food. Their latest addition is the New Asian High Wine. A selection of savoury bites, served with a carafe organic wine of your choice. Enjoy this experience at the New Asian Brasserie between 12:00 and 16:30. Also open for dinner.
One of the best pasta’s in Amsterdam: linguini with grilled vegetables. For more than 16 years a household name for lunch. Visitors of the 9 Streets area come in this cosy room with bright colours to get something nice to eat during lunch hour, before shopping or going out. The service is friendly and thoughtful. Here’s the place to meet the local Dutchman. Most visitors are students and canal belt Amsterdammers.
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INDIAN
Area 1
Koh-I-noor Westermarkt 29 & Rokin 18, phone (020) 623 31 33/(020) 627 21 18, www.koh-i-noor-restaurant.nl For fans of the Indian kitchen this is just the right place. Guests are welcomed with extra thin, delicious papadums, and this is only the beginning. The always first class curries and tandoori dishes are traditionally spicy. The spicy dishes such as vindaloo and madras are consistently of a high quality - the right amount of spices to make you break a sweat, but not too much to call the fire brigade. Many vegetarian dishes and first rate house wine. Famous for quality, quantity & hospitality. kitchen open 5 - 11.30pm
CHINESE
Area 4
Authentic Sichuan Restaurant Mandarijn Rokin 26, (020) 623 08 85 www.mandarijnrokin.nl Welcome to Mandarijn which aims to provide the finest authentic Sichuan food along with the best hospitality service at the center of Amsterdam. Sichuan Cuisine is one of the most famous Asian Cuisine. You will enjoy not only hot but balanced Sichuan meal from gentle heat to as much heat as you like. You can also find recipes that use little or not hot spices at all. Each dish has its own style and different flavor. Variety is the spice of life. € 4,90 - € 22,90 / dish Daily open 11.30 - 22.00 hrs.
BARS | LIVE MUSIC
Mulligans
Chicago Social Club
Amstel 100, 020 - 62 21 330 www.mulligans.nl
Leidseplein 12, 020 - 53 00 232 www.chicagosocialclub.nl
In a historic setting on the banks of the river Amstel, right around the corner of the famous Rembrandt Square, you’ll find Mulligans is one of the oldest Irish bars in town. Open: Mon. - Fri. 4pm 1am Sat. & Sun. 2pm - 3am
Recently renovated and completely revamped, Chicago Social Club is home to the American comedy troupe Boom Chicago and Amsterdam’s premier English-language comedy venue presenting theatrical shows. Bar: Mon.-Thu. 5pm-4am, Fri. 5pm-5am, Sat. 12pm-5am, Sun. 12pm-4am Club: Thu. 11pm-4am, Sat. 12pm-5am, Sun. 12 pm-4am
DINNER CRUISE
COCKTAILS | DINNER
Amsterdam Jewel Cruises
Players
XtraCold Lounge and Icebar
Enjoy a 3-course à la carte dinner whilst cruising the world famous canals on a classic riverboat, built in 1898. Comfortable and intimate. 20 seats only.
Players Food & Drinks, the ultimate combination of excellent food & drinks, great and varied music and nice location: the corner of the Kleine Gartmansplantsoen in Amsterdam next to the completely rebuild City cinema. Open: Sun. - Thur. 3pm - 1am, Fri. 3pm 3am, Sat. 12am - 3am
XtraCold Amsterdam is a combination of the XtraCold Lounge and the XtraCold IceBar. The ‘Some like it Hot’ Lounge area contrasts with the ‘Some like it cold’ XtraCold Ice Café. Open: Sun. - Thur. 11:30 - 00:00, Sat. & Sun. 11:30 - 02:00
Supperclub Cruise
Rain
BIHP Art Food Drinks
A stylish club experience can now also be enjoyed on the water on a fantastic ship called Supperclub Cruise. Supperclub Cruise is lounging, clubbing, dining and entertainment.
On the corner of Amsterdam’s famous Rembrandtplein lies a restaurant, bar & club like you’ve never experienced before. Rain combines unique interior design, modern global cuisine, exceptional cocktails, and amazing entertainment. Open: Sun.-Thur. 12pm-2am, Fri. & Sat. 12pm-4am.
Amidst the hustle & bustle of the lively shopping area of the Nine Little Streets, is where you’ll find the very stylings and treny restaurants of BIHP Art Food Drinks. Open: Mon.-Sat. 18:00-22:30, Making reservations is recommendable.
Singel 235, 020 - 440 21 385 www.amsterdamjewelcruises.nl
Kleine Gartmanplantsoen 25, 020 - 88 88 886 www.playersamsterdam.nl
Bourbon Street
Leidsekruisstraat 6-8, 020 - 62 33 440 www.bourbonstreet.nl Bourbon Street features live music from local talent and foreign artists every night of the week. Or special jam nights attract a mixed crowd of musicians playing Blues, Rock Soul nd Funk music. Open: Mon.-Fri. 10pm-4am, Sat. & Sun. 10pm-5am
Amstel 1 4-1 6, 020 - 32 0 700 www.xtracold.nl
DINNER | DANCING
Ruyterkade Pier 4, 020 - 62 67 078 www.supperclub.com
Rembrandtplein 44, 020 - 62 67 078 www.rain-amsterdam.com
Keizersgracht 335, 020 - 62 24 511 www.bihp.nl
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CLUBS
Nomads
Escape
Melkweg
Nomads draws its inspiration from the Arabian Nomad culture. Beatifully designed interior and ‘East meets West’ menu. Under the direction of their DJ Jimmy Jazz. Open: Sun. - Thu. 6pm-1am, Fri. & Sat. 6pm-3am
Escape Veneu has been a fact in the Dutch nightlife since 1987. Exclusive parties, music, light, decoration: all faces of a progressive club venue. Open: Thu. 23:00 - 04:00, Fri. & Sat. 23:00 - 05:00 Sun. 23.00 - 04:30
No other music venue offers such a diverse programming as Melkweg. The club nights also represent a wide variety of music styles and audiences, bridging the gap between underground and the general public. Encore is the regular hip hop and RnB club night on Saturdays.
Paradiso
Odeon
Trouw
Like the Melkweg, Paradiso is mainly know as a venue for live music, but during the weekend it hosts club nights with local and international DJ’s and occasional live acts. ‘Welcome To The Future and ‘Drum ‘n’ Baseline’ are popular regulars.
Situated in a city monument with a rich history in the heart of Amsterdam’s Canal Belt, the Odeon offers a range of cosmopolitan services and activities. A café, restaurant, bar, club and performance space are present in the completely refurbished building originally dating from 1662.
Located just outside the city center in the east if Amsterdam, Trouw is an alternative dance club, restaurant, art venue, and whatever else they decide to host o n any given evening.
Rozengracht 133-1, 020 - 34 46 401 www.nomads.nl
Rembrandtplein 11, 020 - 62 21 111 www.escape.nl
Lijnbaansgracht 234, 020 - 3 18 181 www.melkweg.nl
CLUBS
Weteringschangs 6-8, 020 - 62 64 521 www.paradiso.nl
Singel 460, 020 - 52 18 555 www.odeonamsterdam.nl
Wibaustraat 131, 020 - 46 37 788 www.trouwamsterdam.com
MENSCLUB
Winston Kingdoms
Canvas
Club LV
Wibautstraat 1 0, 020 - 71 63 817 www.canvas7.nl
Middenweg 144, 020 - 66 36 662 www.club-lv.com
Winston Kingdom is an old hotel located in the Red Light District. Winston organizes a variety of performances from petry readings on Monday to obscure underground-bands on other weekdays. On the weekends there are (house) parties with resident DJs who all have their own style and followers.
Canvas is located in the former canteen of the Volkskrant, what used to be a place to eat your lunch and discuss journalism is now a booming club, restaurant and exhibition place. Open: Mon. - Thur. 11am - 1am, Fri. 11am - 3am Sat. 12pm - 3am, Sun. 12pm - 1am
Open 7 days a week from 20:00 till 05:00 hours. Mensclub CLUB LV offers you free pick up service. Call us, if you want to meet our sexy ladies and if you want to experience an exciting night! Our driver is ready to pick you up. Every 3rd Thursday of the month Theme Party.
Warmoesstraat 129, 020 - 62 31 380 www.winston.nl
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Area 5
CAFÉ RESTAURANT
Area 1
DE OUDE WESTER Corner Prinsengracht 184 & Rozengracht 2, phone (020) 6257502
De Oude Wester is a wonderfull cafe and restaurant right in the heart of the jordaan an can easily to be found diagonally a cross from Anne Frank house. The extensive menu offers a wide variety of dishes, from breakfast to lunch and dinner. Famous for their homemade green pea soup, dutch meals and delicious pancakes it`s certainly worth your visit.
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Welcome to the new Red Light District
EROTIC MUSEUM ENJOY A VARIETY OF CURIOSITIES, SUCH AS PLEASURE OBJECTS, PRINTS, SEXY ART GALLERY (SEXYARTGALLERY.COM) AND S&M EXHIBITION. Open 7 days a week 11 am-1 am, Fri-Sat to 2am Oudezijds Achterburgwal 54
BANANEN BAR & CLUB THE FUN YOU CAN HAVE WITH BANANAS! THE HOT WAITRESSES WILL KEEP YOUR GLASSES FULL. UPSTAIRS YOU’LL FIND THE BANANEN CLUB. TREAT YOURSELF TO A LAPDANCE, HANG OUT WITH FRIENDS OR CELEBRATE A BACHELOR, BACHELORETTE PARTY. Open 7 days a week 8pm-2am, Fri-Sat to 3am Oudezijds Achterburgwal 37
CASA ROSSO WARNING: ENTERING THIS THEATRE WILL DEFINITELY GET YOU AROUSED. WATCH LIVE PERFORMANCES OF TALENTED COUPLES AND INDIVIDUAL ARTISTS. Open 7 days a week 7pm-2am, Fri-Sat to 3am Oudezijds Achterburgwal 106-108
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AN IMPRESSION ABOUT AMSTERDAMS ELDEST RED LIGHT DISTRICT The Red Light District in Amsterdam is visited by more than 4 million visitors each year who are curious to know what goes on behind the closed curtains. The Red Light District is very close to the Dam Square. Here Amsterdam started of as a settlement around a dam in the river Amstel at the end of the 12th century.
As the years went by the curtains opened more and more.
Let’s be honest Prostitution has enjoyed a long tradition of tolerance in Amsterdam. Safety is key here. In addition to preventing forced prostitution, the aim is an open and honest approach. Sex-workers here have their own union, plenty of police protection, an information centre (for visitors as well), frequent monitoring and testing and professional standards. The Amsterdam city centre has a romantic image. But behind the exciting, unconventional, ‘anything goes’ image of the city centre lurks a different reality -- a reality that sometimes consist of sex trafficking, forced prostitution. This is something that the city and the justice department are fighting against.
Changing the heart of Amsterdam New opportunities are setting in place a future for the city centre. The Amsterdam municipal council’s1012 project aims to discourage crime and corruption in the city centre by reducing the types of businesses that are conducive to crime and by permitting prostitution in just two areas. Together with local residents, business proprietors and investors, the municipal council is working to strengthen the area’s unique character and stimulate an economic upgrade.
Visiting the Red Light District The area is bustling with visitors and groups of tourists. It is best to travel in a pair or in a group, as the area also attracts some seedier characters. Grab a map and venture out or if you’re keen to learn more take one of the many specialised tours. ³
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DRINKS & CLUBS & NIGHTLIFE IN RED LIGHT
Thaise Snackbar Bird
Bananenbar
De Deugniet
Zeedijk 77-I, (020) 4206289
Oudezijds Achterburgwal 37, (020) 6224670
Oude Burgsteeg 12, (020) 6204427
www.thai-bird.nl
Old Sailor
Cafe Dijk 120
Bubbles & Wines Wine & Champagnebar
Oudezijds Achterburgwal 39-A, (020) 6247739
Zeedijk 120, (020) 6247107
Nes 37, (020) 4223318
Queen’s Head
Cafe t Mandje
www.bubblesandwines.com
Zeedijk 20, (020) 4202475
Zeedijk 63, (020) 6225375
Café Van Kerkwijk
www.queenshead.nl
www.cafetmandje.nl
Nes 41, (020) 6203316
Poco Loco
Café ilt
www.caferestaurantvankerkwijk.nl
Nieuwmarkt 24, (020) 6242937
Zeedijk 49, (020) 4215416
The Grasshopper
www.diningcity.nl/pocoloco
www.cafezilt.nl
Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal 59, (020) 4287224
Café de Buurvrouw
De Barderij
www.thegrasshopper.nl
Sint Pieterspoortsteeg 29-1, (020) 6259654
Zeedijk 14, (020) 4205132
Café Katoen
www.debuurvrouw.nl
Café de Kletskop
Oude Turfmarkt 153, (020) 6262635
Café xcalibur
Zeedijk 10, (020) 6225728
Bierfabriek
Oudezijds Achterburgwal 48, (020) 6268353
http://kletskoppers.hyves.nl
Rokin 75, (020) 5289910
www.cafeexcalibur.flexnet.nl
Het Pleidooi
www.bierfabriek.com
Golden Palm Bar
Oudebrugsteeg 8, (020) 3308688
Mata Hari
NH Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky
www.heffer.nl
Oudezijds Achterburgwal 22, (020) 2050919
Dam 9, (020) 5549111
Cafe Wiener
www.matahari-amsterdam.nl
Winston Belushi’s Bar
Lange Niezel 8, (020) 6245809
Rokin 89, (020) 4274657
Warmoesstraat 129, (020) 6231380
Cafe Lef
www.thetara.com/nld
www.winston.nl/bar
Zeedijk 23- 25, (020) 6243141
Café de Dam
Gasthuys
www.cafelef.nl
Damstraat 4, (020) 6245331
Grimburgwal 7-HS, (020) 6248230
Café de eepost
Casa Rosso
www.gasthuys.nl
Prins Hendrikkade 88, (020) 6220450
Oudezijds Achterburgwal 106-108 (020) 6278954
Cafe De Stoof
Café de Pul
www.casarosso.nl
Oudezijds Achterburgwal 114,
Oudezijds Achterburgwal 116-I BG, (020) 6266343
Club San Francisco
www.destoofamsterdam.nl
Pleinzicht
Zeedijk 40
‘t Arendsnest
Oudezijds Voorburgwal 75-3, (020) 6247444
Het Elfde Gebod
Herengracht 90, (020) 4212057
Zeedijk 5, (020) 6223577
www.arendsnest.nl
Getto
Lime
Warmoesstraat 51-B, (020) 4215151
Zeedijk 104, (020) 6393020
www.getto.nl
Cafe Euro Pub
Stadscafé Heffer
Dam 5-7, (020) 4200563
Oudebrugsteeg 7, (020) 4284488
www.amsterdam-dam.com
www.heffer.nl
Café Verhoeff
In t Aepjen
Zeedijk 12, (020) 6222297
Zeedijk 1, (020) 6268401
www.cafeverhoeff.nl
Hunters
Café Corso
Warmoesstraat 24, (020) 3203854
Oudezijds Achterburgwal 26, (020) 6244120
www.hunters-coffeeshop.com
Majestic
Freddy’s Bar - Hotel De l’ urope
Dam 3-7, (020) 4205746
Nieuwe Doelenstraat 2-14, (020) 5311707
www.amsterdam-dam.com
www.leurope.nl/freddys-bar
Coffeeshop Rusland Rusland 16-I, (020) 6279468
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The most beautiful escortgirls at your hotel Open 24/7 - Full service
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FREE SPOTS!! 1 Take the free ferry behind Central Station to the other side of the IJ and go for a walk along the North Holland Canal.
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2 Walk up the roof of the Science Center Nemo and admire the view (follow the rail lines east from Central Station, and cross the footbridge to the big green building that looks like a ship).
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10 Go up the tower to the cafe in the Kalvertoren shopping mall, and admire the view (Kalverstraat near the Munt).
Facts & Figures Inhabitants Amsterdam 780.559 Inhabitants Greater Amsterdam 2.289.762 Nationalities 183 Bicycles 600.000 Trees 220.000 Flower bulbs in parks and public gardens 600,000 Parks 28 City trams 255 Markets 21 Flower market 1 Shops 6.179 Antique shops 165 Diamond polishing factories 24 Canals 165 Bridges 1.281 Wooden drawbridges 8 Magere Brug (Skinny Bridge) 1 Glass-topped canal boats 112 Pedal boats 120 House boats 2.500 16th, 17th and 18th century buildings 8.863 Gable stones 654 Royal Palace 1 Statues and sculptures 302 Windmills 6 Museums 51 Art galleries 141 Paintings of Rembrandt 22 Nachtwacht (Night watch) 1 Paintings of Van Gogh 206 Schuttersgalerij (Civic Guard Gallery) 1 Wax statues at Madame Tussaudâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 140 Animals at the Artis Zoo 6.100 Barrel organs 4 Carillons 9 Historical church organs 42 Concerts and theatrical performances 16,000 Concerts and theatrical performances p/d 40 Theatres and concert halls 55 Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra 1 Muziektheater 1 Cinemas 67 CafĂŠs and bars 1.515 Discotheques 36 Restaurants 1.234 Hotels 370 Hotel beds 48.146 Camp grounds 5 Bed nights by tourists from abroad 9.700.000 Day visitors per year 13.800.000 Source: Amsterdam Tourism & Congres Bureau
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