32 tips for this weekend in the amsterdam weekend guide
Every summer I say it to myself… this summer I’m REALLY going to spend more time in Amsterdam and travel less. Maybe it’s coincidence, maybe it’s faith, but this summer it looks like I’m going to discover all the parks of Amsterdam with my new family. Only a few solo trips, and the rest is for boat rides, terrace visits and I also want to visit the beautiful spots around Amsterdam more often. Maybe I’ve gotten the STAYCATION virus because of my new book for vacations closer to home! This weekend I’m going to visit the organic Noordermarkt on Saturday morning and eat apple pie at Winkel. Do you already have plans? In the new Amsterdam Weekend Guide for June 29, 30 & July 1 I’ve lined up 32 tips for you to make it a great weekend!
HAPPY WEEKEND! <3
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32 tips for thinsg to do this weekend in Amsterdam
- YES, summer in Amsterdam of course means every weekend another festival ;-). And this weekend it’s Nomads at Riekerhaven. There are still a couple of tickets, so be quick! Check the Facebook event here with the line up and all the info.
- Time for a movie night! And not just any movie night, but the Rooftop Movie Night at Floor17. Both Friday as Saturday evening they’re screening films at this rooftop bar. Check which movies at the Facebook event here.
- Miss Moneypenny is going all out this Sunday with cocktails, oysters and a DJ. At Pennys Sunday they yet again announce the cocktail of the week that can be ordered for a special price today! Click here for the Facebook event.
- Fun: Keti Koti on Sunday in the Oosterpark. Tasty and lots of food, music and other kinds of activities. Are you going to be there? Check the Facebook event here with more info.
- The PINC Sale is open again this weekend in the Ruysdaelstraat. This time you might want to take your kids with you, as it’s a Sample Sale of multiple brands for children. Check the Facebook event here with all the brands that can be found there.
- The Brunch season is being opened at MaMa Kelly. They serve a two course brunch menu, and you have to make reservations for it beforehand! So be quick, you can make reservations through the Facebook event.
- TIP: Go roller skating at Floor17 this weekend! Not for people with a fear of heights ;-).
- Unfortunately we can’t cheer for our own country this year, but there are lots of teams that we can root for! Check the 9 x Spots where you can watch the WK 2018 in Amsterdam here >>
- The Sunday Market is back at the Westergasfabriek this Sunday! Score some nice items, go for a bite or a drink or just stroll around while enjoying the weather! Sounds like a good Sunday, doesn’t it? ;-) Check the Facebook event here.
- This weekend we can score some gems at the IJ Hallen. Both Saturday and Sunday they’re open from 9AM and the searching can begin! Be on time for the best finds. Click here for the Facebook event.
- Amsterdam North is FUN! And with the newest addition of Klaproos it’s even more fun. Pizza and pool, anyone?
- For a Sunday evening full of dine dining you’re good to go at The French Connection. At Le Dimanche they’re serving a five course dinner with authentic French dishes. Nice! Click here for the Facebook event with more info.
- Feel like hanging out on a terrace this weekend? Check the 11 x Best terraces in De Pijp here >>
- Healthy juices, sandwiches and more at Joe & The Juice! And their newest location in the Beethovenstraat is NOW open.
- LAST CHANCE! New York New York! If you’re a fan of the Big Apple you’ll want to see this exposition. You can visit it up until June 30th 2018 in the gallery of Eduard Planting in the Jordaan. Photographer of the series, Richard Koek, lives in Brooklyn and Amsterdam and wants to show his love for New York through his photos. Click here for more info.
- Dance the night away at Vunzige Deuntjes in the Club Up this Saturday. From sexy R&B hits to dancehall; they’re all bound to stop by this evening. Check the Facebook event here.
- The Artis zoo is hosting Zoomeravonden every Saturday in the summer months. There are also performances by several artists during the evening. Click here for the Facebook event.
- De Marktkantine is all about tropical vibes with their Zomerkantine. On Saturday night the well known DJ Benny Rodrigues will be playing and it’s bound to be a party to remember. Check the Facebook event here for tickets.
- The official opening is yet to happen, but they’ve secretly already opened: Five Brothers Fat on the edge of De Pijp and Oud Zuid! This new champagneria is one you’ll want to know.
- YES, the sun is shining and you want to grab a bite out on a terrace? Check out our 38 x Restaurants with a terrace in every neighborhood of Amsterdam >>
- Are you leaving Amsterdam for the weekend and going to the shore? These 31 x Beach clubs in The Netherlands are the spots to have on your radar >>
- Have you already set the dates of De Parade 2018 in your schedule? This event in August 2018 remains the best closure of the summer.
- TIP: The World Press Photo Exhibition in De Nieuwe Kerk is still in full swing. Have you already been there? Check the Facebook event here.
- Jazzy vibes on Saturday in the garden of the Hermitage. At Jazz at the Plantage every Saturday afternoon around 4 PM musicians of the Conservatorium are playing jazzy tunes. This in combination with some nice weather, what’s more to ask? Check the Facebook event here with more info.
- Do you already know which Food Festivals you’re going to attend? Check out our ultimate Food Festival Guide 2018!
- On the first Sunday of July they’re celebrating the Sunny Sunday Brunch at HOPP. In case you’ve got a hangover, they love to scare it away with unlimited glasses of cava! If that doesn’t cure your hangover… ;-) Click here for the Facebook event.
- For a piece of Italy in Amsterdam you’ve came to the right place at 5&33 this Sunday. They’re celebrating Sicilian Summer, a lunch where you can choose how many courses you would like – and definitely try the home made limoncello! Check the Facebook event with more info here.
- Have you already been here? An exposition by Van Der Laan De Mooiste Stad in the Amsterdam Museum! Check the Facebook event here with more info.
- We LOVE Bali! The food, the culture, the sun, and so on… but unfortunately it’s very far away ;-). Luckily they have the Bali Brunch at Mama Makan so we can surround ourselves in the Bali vibes for a bit. check the Facebook event here.
- Would you like to stay up to date of all the spots that are opening soon? Then keep an eye on our ‘Coming Soon‘ list!
- Rosé Sundays at Jansz.! To close off the weekend in style. Besides the fine rosé they also serve classic dishes like Beef Tartare and Burrata. Or a special of the Green Egg, YUM! Click here for the Facebook event.
- Lover of Fruits de Mer? Then go to Frans Fruit at ZUID this Sunday. A large platter of fruits de mer to share with your lover, and if you really want to go all out they have a very nice Sancerre to go with it. Check the Facebook event here.
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and make sure to not forget these tips…
- Do you also have a hard time keeping them apart, the Negen Straatjes? Check the 9 x Hotspots in the Huidenstraat here!
- Are you panning on crashing down on a terrace this weekend, but don’t know which one to pick? Click here for our list with the 9 x Best terraces in the city centre of Amsterdam!
- Do you feel like having a quiet weekend? Check out the 8 x Netflix series and movies you want to have seen!
- Don’t have any inspiration on what to do? Check out our Amsterdam Bucketlist with 56 things you’d want to have done at least once in your life!
- Tip: We have many more lists! Check them here >>
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Amsterdam Bucketlist
THINGS TO DO:
⋙ Canal Cruise by day or in the evening
⋙ A bike tour through Amsterdam OR Rent a bike by yourself
⋙ The best view over Amsterdam from the A’DAM Lookout
⋙ Visit Artis Royal Zoo
FAVOURITE MUSEUMS:
⋙ Rijksmuseum with the Dutch masters
⋙ Van Gogh Museum, a staple in Amsterdam
⋙ Stedelijk Museum for modern art lovers
⋙ MOCO Museum for street art
⋙ Photography museum FOAM
SEASONAL:
⋙ Amsterdam Light Festival (during winter months)
⋙ Cruise like a local with your own boat (great with good weather!)
ONE OF A KIND:
⋙ Discover the Instagrammable experience WONDR
⋙ Red Light District tour
⋙ Get out of town and into the Dutch country side of Giethoorn
| 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:
AFFORDABLE // €
☾ Generator Hostel: the best poshtel of the city located in a park.
☾ The Student Hotel: budget proof in trendy East.
☾ 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 locations at
VERY VERY NICE // €€
☾ Hotel V: with two locations and a great restaurant, in the city center and East.
☾ Sir Adam: with the coolest view over Amsterdam.
☾ Sweets: a unique stay in former bridge houses.
☾ Park Plaza Vondelpark: located next to Vondelpark and beautifully renovated.
☾ Hotel Dwars: small scale around the corner of the trendy Utrechtsestraat.
☾ Pillows Anna van den Vondel: great hotel close to Vondelpark.
☾ Hotel Mercier: new hotel in the cosy and historic Jordaan district.
☾ INK Hotel: lifestyle hotel in the heart of the city.
☾ The Hoxton: favourite lifestyle hotel right on the canals.
☾ Morgan & Mees: boutique hotel in Amsterdam West.
☾ Conscious Hotel Westerpark: in a beautiful building at the industrial Westergas area.
☾ QO Amsterdam: eco design hotel with a great skybar.
TOP LUXURY // €€€
☾ Waldorf Astoria Amsterdam: if you have something to celebrate this is the one.
☾ Pulitzer Amsterdam: on the canals at the border of the Nine Streets and the Jordaan.
☾ L’Europe: this hotel has the best spa with a view in Amsterdam.
☾ Conservatorium Hotel: located in one of the most beautiful buildings in town.
☾ W Amsterdam: with great restaurants and a rooftop bar with swimming pool.
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I really hope you enjoy your time in Amsterdam! On my Instagram account @yourlbb you can find more recommendations and new hotspots in town.
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| PS: Traveling to Amsterdam with kids? My other website Travelkids.co & @travelkids.co is dedicated to family friendly travel. Check it out here >>
