City break in Amsterdam. Active leisure ideas for Amsterdam - attractions, recreation and nightlife
Cycling around the city remains one of the main entertainments, which is very popular among tourists. Virtually every part of the city has a special bicycle area, so you can easily rent this unpretentious vehicle and go exploring the local sights. MacBike Bicycle Rental, Frederic Bike, Het Zwarte Fietsenplan and Damstraat Offer are known as best bike rental centers.
While speaking about cultural attractions of Amsterdam, it is surely worth noting numerous medieval architectural monuments. Munttoren medieval tower is, definitely, one of the most notable … Open
1. Smoking in public places is prohibited in Amsterdam. You will have to forget even about usual nicotine cigarettes to meet this social rule. 2. Visitors are advised not to overeat cakes … Open
Shopping fans should definitely visit the market, which is located on Waterlooplein Square. Here you can buy memorable souvenirs, handmade crafts, and antiques. If you enjoy drinking coffee, we suggest attending Bulldog chain of cafes dedicated to this amazing drink. These are special facilities for tourists. Other popular coffee shops are The Bluebird and Grey Area.
Always crowded and popular with tourists, Amsterdam has many interesting and unusual places. One of them can be found in Hortus Botanicus. This botanic garden was established yet in the … Open
Skateboarding fans have a chance to participate in the Friday Night Skate. This skating weekend takes place each Friday during the year. Skaters gather at Vandelpark, where they roll twenty kilometers through Amsterdam. Have fun at the Climbing wall near the Amsterdam Central Station, the activity for those who are not scared of height. Love water activities? Then go straight to the Wind Water Beach, which is located near Amsterdam’s River IJ. Here you will have the greatest time here, while sky-surfing and sailing. At the Port of Amsterdam, you can sunbathe, admire marvelous panorama and fill your tummy with top-notch food and drinks.
The development of design hotel Hotel Droog was made by Renny Ramakers, head of famous boutique shop and show room. The hotel is located in the centre of Amsterdam close to Waterloo Square. … Open
This guide on active recreation and leisure in Amsterdam is protected by the copyright law. You can re-publish this content with mandatory attribution: direct and active hyperlink to www.orangesmile.com.
City tours, excursions and tickets in Amsterdam and surroundings
Recommended places for active recreation and leisure in Amsterdam
AIR
Where: Amstelstraat 24, Amsterdam; Telephone: +31 (0)20 824 0670;
Where: Amstelstraat 24, Amsterdam; Telephone: +31 (0)20 824 0670;
Panama*
Where: Oostelijke Handelskade 4, Amsterdam; Telephone: +31 (0)20 311 8686;
Where: Oostelijke Handelskade 4, Amsterdam; Telephone: +31 (0)20 311 8686;
The Sugar Factory
Where: Lijnbaansgracht 238, Amsterdam; Telephone: +31 (0)20 627 0008;
Where: Lijnbaansgracht 238, Amsterdam; Telephone: +31 (0)20 627 0008;
Supperclub
Where: Jonge Roelensteeg 21, Amsterdam; Telephone: +31 (0)20 344 6400;
Where: Jonge Roelensteeg 21, Amsterdam; Telephone: +31 (0)20 344 6400;
Escape
Where: Rembrandtplein 11, Amsterdam; Telephone: +31 (0)20 622 1111;
Where: Rembrandtplein 11, Amsterdam; Telephone: +31 (0)20 622 1111;
Paradiso
Where: Weteringschans 6-8, Amsterdam; Telephone: +31 (0)20 626 4521; More info: Tram 6, 7, 10 to leideplein;
Where: Weteringschans 6-8, Amsterdam; Telephone: +31 (0)20 626 4521; More info: Tram 6, 7, 10 to leideplein;
Reference information
National and city parks around Amsterdam
♥ National Park 'Zuid-Kennemerland' , 21.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ National Park 'Utrechtse Heuvelrug' , 48.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ National Park 'De Biesbosch' , 69.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ National Park 'De Hoge Veluwe' , 71.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ National Park 'Duinen van Texel' , 78.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ National Park 'Zuid-Kennemerland' , 21.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ National Park 'Utrechtse Heuvelrug' , 48.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ National Park 'De Biesbosch' , 69.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ National Park 'De Hoge Veluwe' , 71.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ National Park 'Duinen van Texel' , 78.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
Amusement parks near Amsterdam
♥ Amusement park 'Amsterdam Dungeon' Amsterdam, 0.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Oud Valkeveen' Naarden, 21.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Duinrell' Wassenaar, 43 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Sprookjeswonderland' Enkhuizen, 46.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Madurodam' Den Haag, 50.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Amsterdam Dungeon' Amsterdam, 0.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Oud Valkeveen' Naarden, 21.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Duinrell' Wassenaar, 43 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Sprookjeswonderland' Enkhuizen, 46.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Madurodam' Den Haag, 50.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
Water attractions around Amsterdam
♥ Water park 'Tikibad' Wassenaar, 43 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Dutch Water Dreams' Zoetermeer, 44.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'WipeOut Zoelen' , 61.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Splash' hellevoetsluis, 81.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Splesj' Hoeven, 91.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Tikibad' Wassenaar, 43 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Dutch Water Dreams' Zoetermeer, 44.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'WipeOut Zoelen' , 61.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Splash' hellevoetsluis, 81.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Splesj' Hoeven, 91.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
Michelin-starred restaurants in Amsterdam
♥ Restaurant 'Anna' Amsterdam. Type - Modern cuisine. 0.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'Bridges' Amsterdam. Type - Seafood. 0.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'Breda' Amsterdam. Type - Modern cuisine. 0.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'Blauw aan de Wal' Amsterdam. Type - Market cuisine. 0.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'd’Vijff Vlieghen' Amsterdam. Type - Traditional cuisine. 0.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'Anna' Amsterdam. Type - Modern cuisine. 0.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'Bridges' Amsterdam. Type - Seafood. 0.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'Breda' Amsterdam. Type - Modern cuisine. 0.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'Blauw aan de Wal' Amsterdam. Type - Market cuisine. 0.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'd’Vijff Vlieghen' Amsterdam. Type - Traditional cuisine. 0.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
Preferred to Open 9 New Hotels in 2022
In September 2022, the Sommerro hotel in Oslo will start operating in a carefully restored 1930s Art Deco building. This building is a true landmark of Frogner, a historic neighborhood of the Norwegian capital. A multi-million-dollar renovation carefully turned the largest preservation project in Norway into a modern hotel with 231 rooms, including 56 residences. Preferred will open five more hotels in 2022, namely, The Wall Street Hotel in New York, Amrit Ocean Resort & Residences on Singer Island (Florida, the US), TOA Hotel & Spa in Zanzibar, Pendry hotel in Washington, and Pendry Park City hotel in Utah. Read this
06.05.2024
In September 2022, the Sommerro hotel in Oslo will start operating in a carefully restored 1930s Art Deco building. This building is a true landmark of Frogner, a historic neighborhood of the Norwegian capital. A multi-million-dollar renovation carefully turned the largest preservation project in Norway into a modern hotel with 231 rooms, including 56 residences. Preferred will open five more hotels in 2022, namely, The Wall Street Hotel in New York, Amrit Ocean Resort & Residences on Singer Island (Florida, the US), TOA Hotel & Spa in Zanzibar, Pendry hotel in Washington, and Pendry Park City hotel in Utah. Read this
06.05.2024
Photogallery of picturesque Amsterdam
Search for active leisure and attraction spots on Amsterdam map
Guide to your best city break in Amsterdam - popular places for recreation and leisure. Things to do during the day in Amsterdam - attractions, parks, beaches, aquaparks, racing tracks, biking trails or waterski. Recommendations (with addresses, phone numbers and links) where to spend your time in the evening (bars, discos, clubs, etc.). We share some good ideas and the question 'What to do in Amsterdam?' disappears immediately.