The NDSM Werf is a hipster hotspot where you can attend exciting events like the DGTL Festival and Valtifest in the summer. The area has a raw, industrial vibe where many experimental artists have their studios. Here you can see cool street art on every street corner, making it a place where young creatives come to find inspiration. For a complete NDSM experience, book a room at the trendy Brooklyn Hotel. Rooms on the IJ side offer fantastic views of the Amsterdam skyline and the NDSM Werf. Great hotspots for dining include plek and Bistro Noord.

To reach the NDSM wharf, the best way is to take the ferry from Central Station. After a refreshing dip on the boat, grab some organic fries at snack bar Pontstation upon arrival. Are you a vintage lover? Then don't forget to visit the IJhalen flea markets on the last weekend of every month. It's good for your wallet, and you're sure to find something you like at one of Europe's largest flea markets!

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