Is your sweetheart’s birthday coming up, and do you want to surprise him or her with an original gift? Experience a fun activity together in Amsterdam. Invite the birthday person to one of the activities below. Bet it will be a day never to be forgotten? Also, great to enjoy with a friend. Finally, you both have time to catch up extensively. Check here our 12 X gift ideas for activities in Amsterdam.
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12 BEST ACTIVITIES IN AMSTERDAM THAT YOU CAN ALSO GIVE as a gift
CHEESE TASTING AT KEF
Treat the true foodie to a tasting at Abraham Kef. Choose from various cheese platters, accompanied by perfectly matched wines. Additionally, delve into the stories behind the cheese. A tasty and fascinating activity. You can also opt for a lunch dish or snacks from the menu
© Fromagerie Abraham Kef
Jeu de boulen bij Mooie Boules
This is the perfect spot to celebrate with a group. Simple rules make Petanque suitable for all ages. Finished playing? Continue with a game of ‘Jenga‘ or ‘Regenwormen’ (a board game). Head to the Food Hall for an extensive drinks or dinner session. The options are endless
© Mooie Boules
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WINERY TOUR AND TASTING AT Château AMSTERDAM
For this enjoyable activity, head to Amsterdam-Noord. At the Château Amsterdam winery, you can discover how a city winery operates every Saturday and Sunday. During the tour, you can taste 7 different types of wine. Feeling hungry after those delightful drinks? Conclude your activity with a tasty bite from the menu.
© Chateau Amsterdam
GAMING NIGHT AT TON TON CLUB
Gaming is all the rage, whether it’s digital games or board games like ‘Ticket To Ride.’ With 2 locations in Amsterdam, the TonTon Club is an adult playground. Snacks, drinks, and music are all part of the enjoyable evenings here
© Ton Ton Club
MUSEUM CARD
Consider gifting a museum card. This way, you’re not only treating the recipient to a great activity in Amsterdam, but also granting access to 450 museums throughout the Netherlands. Additionally, the museum card is valid for an entire year—more than enough reason to plan multiple enjoyable activities.
© Museum kwartier Amsterdam
AFTERNOON TEA AT WALDORF ASTORIA AMSTERDAM
Looking to add a touch of luxury? Treat the birthday celebrant to an Afternoon Tea at Waldorf Astoria. With this sophisticated and delightful activity at the Waldorf hotel on Herengracht in Amsterdam, you’ll surely make a lasting impression. Indulge in delicious savoury and sweet treats paired with matching beverages. Available for booking from Wednesday to Sunday between 1:00 pm and 5:00 pm
© Waldorf Astoria Amsterdam
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CANOEING
Amsterdam isn’t short of waterways. Explore the city from a canoe. Will you opt for a route through the city canals, a circuit around the Sloterplas, or a canoe trip across the IJ? The options are extensive, ranging from a few hours to full-day excursions.
Hiring a Canoe in Amsterdam? Discover here the 7 spots to rent your kayak or canoe >>
GOING TO THE MOVIES AT THE TUSCHINSKI THEATRE
A trip to the Tuschinski theatre is suitable for all ages. The 100-year-old cinema, built in the styles of Jugendstil, Art Deco, and the Amsterdam School, is truly worth seeing. In October 2021, Tuschinski was declared the most beautiful cinema in the world. Here, you can enjoy a stylish movie night.
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HIGH WINE AT THE DYLAN
For an upscale High Wine experience, head to The Dylan Hotel on Keizersgracht. At Bar Brasserie OCCO, indulge in four wines paired with matching appetizers. Reservations for this delightful activity in Amsterdam are available daily. During good weather, the High Wine is served in the courtyard.
© THE DYLAN
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1-DAY CERAMICS WORKSHOP AT STUDIO PANSA
Opt for a creative gift in the form of a one-day workshop. Delight in working with clay on the potter’s wheel. You’ll explore various techniques, and as a memento of the enjoyable day, you’ll take home a fired and glazed mug.
© studio Pansa
BOAT CRUISING
When you think of Amsterdam, you think of cruising along the canals. Rent a self-steered boat, suitable for groups of up to 6 people. Bringing the whole family or a group of friends along? Opt for a sloop with a private skipper.
PADDLING ON THE AMSTEL
Have you ever stood on a SUP board before? It’s definitely worth experiencing. And where better to enjoy this fun activity than on the canals in Amsterdam? A sporty activity that emphasizes both enjoyment and relaxation.
Discover the best spots for paddling in Amsterdam here >>
Amsterdam Bucketlist & Things to Do
(DIGITAL) ART EXPERIENCES IN AMSTERDAM:
⋙ Fabrique des Lumières
⋙ NXT Museum
⋙ STRAAT street art museum
⋙ MOCO Museum for street and modern art
⋙ Amaze, an audiovisual labyrint
FOOD EXPERIENCES IN AMSTERDAM:
⋙ Food Tasting Tour of Jordaan area
⋙ Albert Cuyp Market Food Tour
⋙ Sightseeing Boat Cruise with unlimited drinks
⋙ Pancake Cruise
⋙ Micro Brewery Beer Tasting Tour
BEST BIKE TOURS IN AMSTERDAM:
⋙ Fatbike e-bike tour (also to Amsterdam North)
⋙ Rent a bike by yourself and explore like a local
⋙ Outside of Amsterdam: windmills & Zaanse Schans
⋙ 3 hour biketour: backstreets & hidden gems
FIRST TIME VISIT TO AMSTERDAM – MUST SEE & DO’S:
⋙ Private Canal Boat Tour
⋙ Rijksmuseum with the Dutch masters
⋙ Van Gogh Museum, a staple in Amsterdam
⋙ Stedelijk Museum for modern art lovers
⋙ Canal Cruise in the evening
INSTAGRAM MUSEUMS IN AMSTERDAM:
⋙ Discover the Instagrammable experience WONDR
⋙ Youseum
⋙ The Upside Down
DAY TRIPS FROM AMSTERDAM:
⋙ Get out of town and into the Dutch country side of Giethoorn
⋙ Drive-it-Yourself Tulip Fields GPS Audio Tour
⋙ Catch a direct train from Amsterdam to Antwerp, Brussels, London or Paris, starting at € 20,-! Check tickets & prices >>
AMSTERDAM WITH KIDS:
⋙ Visit Artis Royal Zoo
⋙ Go an a bike tour with the kids
⋙ NEMO Science Museum
SPIRNG / SUMMER IN AMSTERDAM:
⋙ Paddle board tour on the canals
⋙ Go for a kayak-tour in Amsterdam
FALL / WINTER IN AMSTERDAM:
⋙ Amsterdam Light Festival boat tour
⋙ Amsterdam Light Festival bike tour
| TIP: Buy an I amsterdam City Card. Save money on entrance fees to museums and attractions, public transport and profit from discounts on everything from restaurants to concerts. You can also skip some lines to make the most of your time in Amsterdam! You can buy a card for 24 hours up to 120 hours. Check the prices here >>
Our favourite hotels in Amsterdam:
TOP LUXURY // €€€
☾ Pillows Maurits at the Park: this newly opened hotel is all about luxury.
☾ Pulitzer Amsterdam: on the canals at the border of the Nine Streets and the Jordaan.
☾ L’Europe: recently renovated, this hotel has the best spa with a view in Amsterdam.
☾ Conservatorium Hotel: located in one of the most beautiful buildings in town.
☾ Waldorf Astoria Amsterdam: if you have something to celebrate this is the one.
☾ W Amsterdam: with lively restaurants and a posh rooftop bar with swimming pool.
VERY VERY NICE // €€
☾ The Hoxton: favourite lifestyle hotel right on the canals with great all day bar.
☾ Hotel Jakarta: the most sustainable hotel ánd great value for money with a spa.
☾ Hotel V: with two locations and a great restaurant, in the city center and East.
☾ Sir Adam: with the coolest view over Amsterdam from the North side.
☾ Sweets: a unique stay in former bridge houses.
☾ Hotel Dwars: small scale and around the corner of the trendy Utrechtsestraat.
☾ Hotel Mercier: pretty new hotel in the cosy and historic Jordaan district.
☾ INK Hotel: lifestyle hotel in the heart of the city by MGallery.
☾ Morgan & Mees: boutique hotel with restaurant in Amsterdam West.
☾ Conscious Hotel Westerpark: in a beautiful building at the industrial Westergas area.
☾ Ruby Emma: eco design hotel with a great skybar near Amstel station.
AFFORDABLE (FOR AMSTERDAM PRICES) // €
☾ Generator Hostel: the best poshtel of the city located in a park.
☾ The Social Hub budget proof in trendy East district close tho the subway.
☾ Het Volkshotel: affordable and with a cool rooftop bar.
☾ CitizenM: all you need is that XL bed (location near Amstel is great).
☾ Motel One: budget design hotel with several locations in Amsterdam.
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I really hope you enjoy your time in Amsterdam! On my Instagram account @yourlbb and @yourlbb.amsterdam you can find more recommendations and new hotspots in town.
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