A visit to the most iconic café of Amsterdam is a real must. In the famous Art Deco café at the Leidse Square you can count on classic dishes with a twist, delicious cocktails and good coffee. From early in the morning till late in the evening.

Waterkant is inspired by De Waterkant in the heart of Paramaribo, just outside the hustle and bustle with a view on the calming Suriname River. A place to enjoy delicious multicultural snacks, refreshing drinks and heart-warming Surinamese hospitality. Also at this Waterkant you will find yourself in the city centre, just outside the hustle and bustle, with a view on the (okay, a little less) calming Singelgracht. 

Restaurant Pesca is known for its real fish market where you first pick your fish yourself and then eat it at the table in a stylish ambience. The changing offer at the fish market depends on the daily delivery, which is linked to the season and the weather. And because you participate in the concept, Pesca needs less manpower and can offer the fish at a lower price.

Who doesn't know Tony's Chocolonely? In 2020, the sustainable (and of course seriously delicious) chocolate brand opened its very own chocolate bar in the heart of Amsterdam. A true chocolate mecca with flowing chocotaps, sweet chocolate burgers, but also savoury bites. Besides all the chocolate deliciousness, the bar also raises awareness of the issues going on in the chocolate industry.

The STRAAT Museum is located in the monumental Lasloods on the NDSM-Werf and is the largest Street Art Museum in the world. In the warehouse with an immodest surface area of 7,000 m2, you can admire about 150 works of art by artists from home and abroad. One of the best-known works of art is that of Anne Frank, which you can spot as soon as you arrive.

Filmmuseum Eye is all about film and the art of the moving image. In the distinctive waterfront building, you'll be treated to an impressive collection of Dutch and international films, posters and film equipment that mark important moments in the history of cinema.

With 22 floors, the A'DAM Tower in Amsterdam North literally catches the eye. The tower houses various bars, restaurants and a viewpoint that offers you an impressive view of the city. Or how about the Lookout Swing, which allows you to swing above the Amsterdam skyline at a height of more than 100 metres?

The Homomonument (Gay Monument), which has been located on the Westermarkt near the Keizersgracht since 1987, is the very first gay monument in the world. The sculpture consists of three pink triangles that are connected and represent the past, present and future. The pink triangle refers to the Second World War, when gay men and women had to wear the triangle in concentration camps. 

There's plenty of street art in Amsterdam, but it's the 'Wake me up when I'm famous' mural that still goes viral. You'll find this eye-catcher for your Instagram feed in the Pijp area, or to be more precise, showing off in Frans Halsstraat.

Every year in October, the Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE) takes place in our capital. That means five days of biggest international artists, best parties and hottest festivals all over the city. So it's no surprise that this renowned music event attracts visitors from all over the world.

During Pride Amsterdam, the city is covered in rainbow colours and Amsterdam is all about celebrating freedom, individuality and love. One of the highlights of Pride Week is of course the Canal Parade, but also the Pride Walk, lectures, concerts, expositions and the many festivities are worth visiting.

In December and January, the streets and canals of Amsterdam's city centre are enchantingly lit by the Amsterdam Light Festival. Walk or sail through wintery Amsterdam and admire the most beautiful works of light art by artists from all over the world. Like to learn more about the works of art, artists and stories during the festival? Then choose one of the (walking) tours or special canal cruises.