Always looking forward to having lunch or dinner with friends, just like we do? But want something extra this time? Because a dinner can get even more fun when it’s in a lovely courtyard. It’s different from just a terrace and most of the time prettier as well with all the flowers and trees. We selected our favorite courtyards in Amsterdam for you, and they’re perfect to visit this Spring!
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11 x restaurants with a couryard in amsterdam to dine outside
Hemelse Modder
Luxorious dishes for sweet prices. That’s how we like it! At Hemelse Modder, you can order a 3 course menu for about 34 euros. And they serve it to you in their beautiful courtyard. Another plus: this restaurant is located near the central station. So perfect if you or your company needs to travel by train!
Oude Waal 11, Amsterdam – hemelsemodder.nl
ยฉ Hemelse Modder
De Hortus Botanicus
The most beautiful plants and the most variations, yep they have them at the Hortus Botanicus in Amsterdam. You don’t just go here to walk between all the green, you also go here to relax. Sit down at the cafรจ and enjoy!
Plantage Middenlaan 2A, Amsterdam – dehortus.nl
ยฉ Hortus Botanicus
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De Hoftuin
We love De Hoftuin. During the day you can sit down in their courtyard and enjoy some drinks and bites, but in the evening it’ll get prettier. Romantic even! Beautiful lights will appear, and so will the bottles of wine.
Nieuwe Herengracht 18a, Amsterdam – eatwelldogood.nl
ยฉ Dignita Hoftuin
Morgan & Mees
Lunch, drinks, dinner, sun and sleeping! It’s all possible at Morgan & Mees. They have great steak frites on the menu. And believe us, they taste even better when you’re outdoors. So luckily they have a great courtyard where you can enjoy the menu and the sun. Don’t want to leave? Stay the night!
Tweede Hugo de Grootstraat 2-6, Amsterdam – morganandmees.com
ยฉ Morgen & Mees
Occo
Wow! Everything here is great. The interior, the location and the menu. But hey, Occo is part of The Dylan so what do expect. Occo isn’t a budget place, but it’s perfect for a very special lunch, with champagne of course!
Keizersgracht 384, Amsterdam – occo.nl
ยฉ Occo
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Vergulden Eenhoorn
This might be our favourite courtyard. The Vergulden Eenhoorn is an old farm in the heart of Amsterdam East, which has been renovated. The old stables are the restaurant, and the little house is the cafรฉ. What used to be the ‘countryside’ is the terrace nowadays.
Ringdijk 58, Amsterdam – verguldeneenhoorn.nl
ยฉ Vergulden Eenhoorn
De Plantage
This hotspot just had to be on the loveliest courtyards of Amsterdam list. The interior is beautiful. High ceilings, at a lot of light and a mix of vintage and design. But the courtyard is even better! There’s where you can enjoy food and drinks with your friends. Yay!
Plantage Kerklaan 36, Amsterdam – caferestaurantdeplantage.nl
ยฉ De Plantage
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Lion Noir
Did you know Lion Noir has one of the prettiest courtyards of Amsterdam? Perfect to escape the city life here for a bit. You can enjoy oyster here and watch the beautiful fronts of the canal houses.
Reguliersdwarsstraat 28, Amsterdam – lionnoir.nl
ยฉ Lion Noir
Pulitzer
Have you even been to the Pulitzer hotel? If not, make sure you do! Because at Pause at Pulitzer you can sit in their beautiful courtyard. To cold? You can also sit inside if you like. Calm and fun, a must-visit during Spring!
Prinsengracht 323, Amsterdam – pulitzeramsterdam.com
ยฉ Pulitzer
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Bridges
When we think of a fancy place, we think of Bridges. Going here for lunch, dinner or drinks is a whole experience. They serve dishes like caviar and langoustine. Yum! So want a special night? Bridges is ready for you!
Oudezijds Voorburgwal 197, Amsterdam – bridgesrestaurant.nl
ยฉ Bridges
courtyards in amsterdam
Genki
Want to eat sushi, but don’t want to sit inside? Then you should go to Genki! They have a great courtyard where you can enjoy your delicious sushi. All you can eat, or just a la carte.
Reguliersdwarsstraat 26, Amsterdam – restaurantgenki.nl
ยฉ Genki
Amsterdam Bucketlist & Things to Do
(DIGITAL) ART EXPERIENCES IN AMSTERDAM:
โ Fabrique des Lumiรจres
โ NXT Museum
โ STRAAT street art museum
โ MOCO Museum for street and modern art
โ Amaze, an audiovisual labyrint
FOOD EXPERIENCES IN AMSTERDAM:
โ Food Tasting Tour of Jordaan area
โ Albert Cuyp Market Food Tour
โ Sightseeing Boat Cruise with unlimited drinks
โ Pancake Cruise
โ Micro Brewery Beer Tasting Tour
BEST BIKE TOURS IN AMSTERDAM:
โ Fatbike e-bike tour (also to Amsterdam North)
โ Rent a bike by yourself and explore like a local
โ Outside of Amsterdam: windmills & Zaanse Schans
โ 3 hour biketour: backstreets & hidden gems
FIRST TIME VISIT TO AMSTERDAM – MUST SEE & DO’S:
โ Private Canal Boat Tour
โ Rijksmuseum with the Dutch masters
โ Van Gogh Museum, a staple in Amsterdam
โ Stedelijk Museum for modern art lovers
โ Canal Cruise in the evening
INSTAGRAM MUSEUMS IN AMSTERDAM:
โ Discover the Instagrammable experience WONDR
โ Youseum
โ The Upside Down
DAY TRIPS FROM AMSTERDAM:
โ Get out of town and into the Dutch country side of Giethoorn
โ Drive-it-Yourself Tulip Fields GPS Audio Tour
โ Catch a direct train from Amsterdam to Antwerp, Brussels, London or Paris, starting at โฌ 20,-! Check tickets & prices >>
AMSTERDAM WITH KIDS:
โ Visit Artis Royal Zoo
โ Go an a bike tour with the kids
โ NEMO Science Museum
SPIRNG / SUMMER IN AMSTERDAM:
โ Paddle board tour on the canals
โ Go for a kayak-tour in Amsterdam
FALL / WINTER IN AMSTERDAM:
โ Amsterdam Light Festival boat tour
โ 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 // โฌโฌโฌ
โพ Pillows Maurits at the Park: this newly opened hotel is all about luxury.
โพ Pulitzer Amsterdam: on the canals at the border of the Nine Streets and the Jordaan.
โพ L’Europe: recently renovated, this hotel has the best spa with a view in Amsterdam.
โพ Conservatorium Hotel: located in one of the most beautiful buildings in town.
โพ Waldorf Astoria Amsterdam: if you have something to celebrate this is the one.
โพ W Amsterdam: with lively restaurants and a posh rooftop bar with swimming pool.
VERY VERY NICE // โฌโฌ
โพ The Hoxton: favourite lifestyle hotel right on the canals with great all day bar.
โพ Hotel Jakarta: the most sustainable hotel รกnd great value for money with a spa.
โพ Hotel V: with two locations and a great restaurant, in the city center and East.
โพ Sir Adam: with the coolest view over Amsterdam from the North side.
โพ Sweets: a unique stay in former bridge houses.
โพ Hotel Dwars: small scale and around the corner of the trendy Utrechtsestraat.
โพ Hotel Mercier: pretty new hotel in the cosy and historic Jordaan district.
โพ INK Hotel: lifestyle hotel in the heart of the city by MGallery.
โพ Morgan & Mees: boutique hotel with restaurant in Amsterdam West.
โพ Conscious Hotel Westerpark: in a beautiful building at the industrial Westergas area.
โพ Ruby Emma: eco design hotel with a great skybar near Amstel station.
AFFORDABLE (FOR AMSTERDAM PRICES) // โฌ
โพ Generator Hostel: the best poshtel of the city located in a park.
โพ The Social Hub budget proof in trendy East district close tho the subway.
โพ Het Volkshotel: affordable and with a cool rooftop bar.
โพ CitizenM: all you need is that XL bed (location near Amstel is great).
โพ Motel One: budget design hotel with several locations in Amsterdam.
Let’s get social
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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