Which coffee shops open early in Amsterdam, you may wonder? Quite a few! While the average coffee spot opens its doors at 8:00 am, there are somewhere you can already go at 7:00 or 7:30 am. And that’s great news for early birds and young parents, who often feel like they’ve already had half a day by 8:00 am.
Early-opening coffee shops Amsterdam: 8 places to check out
Cafecito
Cafecito is becoming a kind of new Coffee Company in Amsterdam – by now, you can’t count all their locations on one hand anymore. And that’s great news for early birds and young parents, as there’s a good chance there’s a branch near you.
Multiple locations, Amsterdam – cafecito.nl

© Cafecito, @cafecito_nl
Coffee & Coconuts
Coffee & Coconuts (two locations) open every day at 7:30 am and is the perfect spot for a delicious breakfast accompanied by a cup of speciality coffee. It is just as enjoyable solo as it is with friends or family.
Ceintuurbaan 282-284 & Gustav Mahlerplein 20, Amsterdam – coffeeandcoconuts.com

CT Coffee & Coconuts
Wakuli Specialty Coffee
At Wakuli, they take a different approach than the rest, meaning they serve sustainable and affordable coffee and open their doors at 7:00 am sharp. By now, they have 7 (!) locations and can be found in almost every city neighbourhood.
Multiple locations, Amsterdam – wakuli.com

© Wakuli, @wakulicoffee
More early-opening coffee shops in Amsterdam
De Koffiesalon
This is a treat for early birds and night owls alike, as De Koffiesalon (with no less than three locations!) is open from 7:00 am to 7:00 pm. You can drop by with kids or on your own, but it’s not a place to work. So, sit down with a newspaper or a good book instead.
Utrechtsestraat 130, Eerste Constantijnhuygensstraat 82 & Spuistraat 281, Amsterdam – dekoffiesalon.nl

© Koffiesalon, @koffiesalon
Café Americain
Perhaps not the first place that comes to mind for a coffee shop, but have you seen the breakfast buffet at Café Americain? It’s a feast to experience at least once, especially for those who wake up starving.
Leidseplein 28, Amsterdam – cafeamericain.nl

© Café Americain
Bar Kantoor
Located in Westerpark, you’ll find the Conscious Hotel, which includes Bar Kantoor. This spot is open from 7:00 am for hotel guests and everyone. And that’s a relief, as there’s a fun playground not far away if you’re out with the kids. Need a second coffee fix? Head to Espressofabriek in Westerpark, open from 8:00 am.
Haarlemmerweg 8, Amsterdam – barkantoor.nl

© Bar Kantoor
White Label West
At 7:00 am (except on Sundays), White Label opens its doors for early birds. This is the right place for a strong caffeine dose and a breakfast. Perfect for a morning walk with the kids or before heading to a fitness class.
Jan Evertsenstraat 136, Amsterdam – whitelabelcoffee.nl

© White Label Coffee, @whitelabelcoffee
Café Jansen
In the Bajeskwartier, you’ll find Café Jansen, which opens its doors at 7:00 am for a quality cup of coffee. A hearty breakfast is available from 8:00 am.
Bijdorpplantsoen 10, Amsterdam – cafejansen.nl

© Café Jansen, @Cafejansenbajeskwartier
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.
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.