This is the big convention center in Amsterdam hosting trade shows, computer sales, art exhibitions, and much more. Located in the south side of Amsterdam, near the Amstel River.
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Cafe de Jaren
Since the city is so compact, few places in Amsterdam have good views. De jaren, a popular hangout near the university has a great view along the Amstel river. You can sit outside on either of two patios and enjoy a small but tasty menu. They also have a good salad bar. Many people come to meet friends and drink. The large noisy interior is OK for sitting back and catching up on the news offered in free newspapers and magazines.
A Grand Cafe. Cash only.
Athenaeum Boekhandel
This store stocks the best selection of international magazines and newspapers I’ve seen anywhere. I usually pickup my copy of Wired here, and review the computer mags, as well as the art and design magazines. Their bookstore next door stocks a choice selection too.
The Old Indian
This is THE PLACE to look for a pipe. The Old Indian specializes in pipes and the place seems to have the largest selection in Holland, with every kind of pipe you can think of. I’ve spent hours trying to decide and the helpful staff will make your search easier.
They also carry a selection of cannabis books, seeds, clothes and the usual paraphernalia.
The Old Man
This shop on the Damstraat just off the Dam has a good selection of pipes, paraphernalia, guns, knives, sports wear and more. Once upon a time The Old Man had the best selection of pipes, but they’ve seemed to have much less these days.
Seymour Likely Lounge
Long-time Amsterdam fave right there on the NZ Voorburgwal across from Abraxas Coffeeshop. If you need to be seen, then be here.
Café Diep
Located near the Bep and Seymour Likely’s – next stop on the club crawl down the Voorburgwal…
Lime Café
Nice little pre-club on the Zeedijk. Friendly and relaxed, sofas and low chairs with great music! Next door to the Chinese Temple in the Red Light District.
Zeedijk 104
Amsterdam
Phone: 020-639-3020
Bep
Once a hip little place on the club crawl, on the NZ Voorborgwal…long gone, historical note only.
Nieuwezijdes Voorburgwal 260
Amsterdam
Phone: 020-626-5649
Vakzuid
Permanently closed, a historical note.
In the former Olympic Stadium built circa 1928. Bar, restaurant and lounge are open afternoons and evenings. Cocktails and sushi with VJ’s in the bar Thursdays thru Sundays. Different scenes on other nights. Very relaxing place well worth the trip. Take the 6, 16 or 24 trams to the end of the line, and it’s a short walk from there.
Amsterdam
Phone: 020-570-8400