Wednesday, December 16, 2015
Local government to ban beer bikes in Amsterdam - But Fun Amsterdam has a solution
After a year of improving the beer bike rides, making them less noisy, improving routes & training drivers and drastic other improvement that resulted in more then a 50% reduction in complaint, compared to the last years. Amsterdam council will meet in March 2016 to try and enforce a new law to ban pedal powered “group bikes” with more than 4 persons, from the center of Amsterdam. Regardless of the fact that according to government checks in 2015, a total of only 24 complaints were registered.
The beer bikes have become loved by many visiting tourists who want an alternative way to view Amsterdam, enjoy a day out and take in the scenery.
Beer bikes have been driving in Amsterdam for the past 17 years, there are 4 companies who offer them, with at least 2 to 7 bikes per company. Due to this ban many people will loose their jobs, marketing, rental and investment contracts will be terminated, and some companies will probably go under.
Yes we do have a solution. However, it will not be able to save the industry, or will it ?
Together with our designers we have started developing the new concept
The Amsterdam Horse Beer Bike
Unlike the pedal powered version, this updated beer bike will be powered by 1 or 2 horses, depending on group size. The new model will also be able to take up to 18 persons, faster, pedal-less and more ….
Do you like the new concept ?
Local government to ban beer bikes in Amsterdam - But Fun Amsterdam has a solution
Monday, December 14, 2015
Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise - Daily Departures - With Wine and Warm drinks
Amsterdam Light Festival from a boat – The ultimate Amsterdam experience – Water Colors Tour for 1 up to 25 persons on our lovely warm boats.
5 options & discounted offers
- € 24,50 for Amsterdam Light Festival – Water Colours Tour for 1 person (Normally € 30,50)
- € 46 for Amsterdam Light Festival – Water Colours Tour for 2 persons (Normally € 61)
- € 89 for Amsterdam Light Festival – Water Colours Tour for 4 persons (Normally € 122)
- € 129 for Amsterdam Light Festival – Water Colours Tour for 6 persons (Normally € 183)
- € 164 for Amsterdam Light Festival – Water Colours Tour for 8 persons (Normally € 244)
The Amsterdam Light Festival – Water Colours tour is 75 minutes and includes a welcome drink ( Gluhwine ( warm wine ) or warme chocolate ) The tour departs from in-front of central station at one of our doks on Prins Hendrikkade 75, or Singel 9.
The Amsterdam Light Festival is a winter light show on the canals, no longer do we have to dread the dark winter months in Amsterdam. Thanks to Amsterdam Light Festival, Amsterdam is transformed every year into a true city of lights with the help of contemporary (inter)national light artists. During this annual festival for young and old, both the residents of Amsterdam and the city’s many visitors are treated to a spectacle of light. At the same time, the festival offers talented (young) light artists a platform to present their latest work. This year, the 55-day festival is dedicated to theme ‘Friendship’ and can be visited from 28 November 2015 to 17 January 2016!
Cruise like a local with FunAmsterdam – This ticket will give you access to our luxury heated boats where our captains will show you the nicest routes of the festival.
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Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise - Daily Departures - With Wine and Warm drinks
Monday, December 7, 2015
Bike Building Amsterdam - Donation
Bike Building Amsterdam – Donation
Bike building Amsterdam is one of the most upcoming projects and is also one of the most popular philanthropic team building programs.
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What kind of workshop is this?
Bike building Amsterdam is one of the most upcoming projects in the US and is also one of the most popular philanthropic team building programs. It not only helps the teams to develop their social skills and learn how to cooperate and help each other, it will also helps children in need. In the end, this is one of the most joyful moments – to see the smiles on the children’s faces.
Okay, what will I do?
The activity consists in two parts; the first part is engaging your team into solving a quiz or some questions, while the second part is the actual bike building. After the bikes are completed, they will be revised by a specialist, and the first team to finish will be rewarded. At the end, if there is still time left, the kids will also do a mini parade presenting the newly built bikes.
Compassion
One of the most affectionate memories from your childhood must be the one when you received your first bike. You probably spent all your time outside with your friends doing bike races or going into the woods for a sunday family activity.
According to UNICEF, Dutch kids are ranked as the most happiest kids in the world. However, the Netherlands is mentioned as one of the countries in Europe with a medium rate of child poverty. We are trying to bring this concept of “bike building for charity” to Europe and encourage people to take part in this action. The country is well known for its frenzy of bicycles. So, what other better place to build bikes for kids than this?
Duration: 2 – 2.5 hours
Starting time: Daily
Minimum number of participants: 30
The price will be depending on the number of participants.
Bike Building Amsterdam - Donation
Escape Room Amsterdam
Escape Room Amsterdam
The Escape Room Amsterdam is a a game of solving puzzles and riddles to escape a certain location. So, tell me, are you ready to escape?
Will you make it on time?
What is the Escape Room Amsterdam?
The Escape Room concept is nearly a new one and has proven to be a success worldwide. There are now over 2,800 Escape Rooms and they are still growing and expanding every year.
Many of you have heard about it but not many know what it is actually about. The games are based on a video game in which a player is locked inside a room. The player must now check the surroundings and escape the room. For the real life escape rooms, the same rules apply. The individual is locked inside a room with other participants (mostly friends or family) and must solve puzzles and find clues within a limited range of time.
What is it about?
The challenges and puzzles have been inspired by Agatha Christie, the famous crime novel author, and the games are a type of physical adventure entertainment. You can become the next Hercule Poirot or Miss Marple. The set time for each room is one hour. You can also finish sooner and escape the room if you have all clues and puzzles solved.
Every room has a different plot and you must expect to find clues according to the subject. Some of the popular themes are zombies, find the rabbit (Alice in Wonderland), trapped kids inside their dreams, the abandoned hospital, the lost harbour, the killer and so on.
Who can do it?
The escape room is a perfect activity for team building or groups that are willing to work together to achieve a main goal – escape on time. This type of activity lets you act as a detective and puts your attention to be set on each object.
Duration: 1 hour
Minimum number of persons: 2
Maximum number of persons: 8
The price will be depending on the number of people and difficulty of the room.
Escape Room Amsterdam
Casino Party Amsterdam with drinks
Casino Party Amsterdam with drinks
You love to gamble and want something new? Take your friends and try out the Casino Party Amsterdam! You will enjoy the same experience, only more intimate.
Casino Party
Why a casino party?
Casinos are growing bigger and richer every year. This is one of the most hunted types of entertainment in the world. It dates from an early age in our history and has been developing ever since – from the Greeks and Romans to the Napoleonic and Victorian Era.
The most popular and advertised casinos are the ones in the US. Anyhow, these are not the biggest, most famous and searched for casinos in the world. You will find them to be in Macau (China); there are also 2 in South Africa and Portugal.
What is this Casino Party Amsterdam?
Our private casino party will give you the same real experience! It is elegant and modern, and the venue is decorated with style. In additional to this, we have a few professional croupiers that will make sure everything is running smoothly.
The games presented in the venue will be poker, blackjack and roulette. All of them being runned by our croupiers.
On spot will be a bar at your service with spirits, prosecco and soft drinks. You will have access to unlimited drinks during the whole time frame. Also, a professional DJ will be playing some popular tracks.
Included:
- Private venue
- Unlimited drinks (spirits, prosecco, soft drinks)
- Professional croupiers
- Professional DJ
If many of you are still unfamiliar or are still at beginning, we can provide you a professional casino guide that will explain you the games and show you how to play.
Duration: 3 hours
Minimum participants required: 50
When: Daily
Price: 85 Euros p.p.
Not enough people for the Casino Party Amsterdam? You can still book it, if you the amount meant for 50 persons is paid.
Casino Party Amsterdam with drinks
Casino Boat Amsterdam with Drinks
Casino Boat Amsterdam with Drinks
You love to gamble and want to try something new? Take your friends and try out our new casino – Casino Boat Amsterdam! Unlimited drinks will be on board.
Poker table
Is it really a casino?
Casino on water is one of the new activities that is becoming popular in Amsterdam. The demands for casinos is getting higher every year so we introduced this new type of casino. Still elegant and professional, the casino on the boat will also take you through the outstanding canals. You will be able to enjoy the sunset while sipping a fine drink and having a hand full of Aces.
What will happen during the cruise?
You will cross waters with a classical large ship, which will offer you the opportunity to sail in style; the vintage salon is being characterized by the mahogany floor and the patterns in an Art Deco style. The living room allows the guests to have an astonishing view over the water and its ambiance.
On board, you can enjoy several games that are held by some professional croupiers. There will be games such as blackjack, roulette and poker. In the beginning everyone will get some chips, and while playing, you will have the chance to raise your profit.
Moreover, a bar will be placed and you can enjoy some fine drinks on the way.
Why the Casino Boat Amsterdam?
You love to gamble and want to try something new? Take your friends and try out a new type of casino. You will have your private space and you can enjoy the same casino experience, only from a different view.
Because of the large dimensions of the boat, the captain will not be able to sail through the canals. He will take you around Amstel, Oosterdok, the ports and some islands in the west.
Included:
- Unlimited drinks (spirits, prosecco, soft drinks)
- Professional croupiers
- Chips
- Private boat and captain
Duration: 3 hours
Minimum persons required: 20
Starting time: Daily
Price: 85 Euros p.p.
Not enough persons for the Casino Boat Amsterdam? You can still book it, if the amount meant for 20 persons is paid.
Casino Boat Amsterdam with Drinks
Glühwein Amsterdam Cruise - Hot Wine
Glühwein Amsterdam Cruise – Hot Wine
Glühwein is one of the most popular drinks during winter time, not to mention that it is one of the most delicious too! Enjoy Glühwein Amsterdam while sailing.
Glühwein being prepared on boat
What is Glühwein?
It is a beverage made of red wine with some mulling spices and sometimes raisins and it dates from an early time. The romans were the first ones to introduce this hot drink with red wine and spices. As they travelled through the Rhine and Danube, the germans took over the receipe and it is now their most well known and famous drink during Christmas holiday. The Germans drink the glühwein sometimes with a Schuss (shot); you will taste rum or some other liquor.
What are we going to do?
While you are enjoying your Glühwein, our captain will take you through the most popular canals in Amsterdam, so you can enjoy the beautiful view as well.
What better place for a cruise than Amsterdam? The city has over 100km of canals. These are widely known as grachten, and the canal ring was named on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 2010. Not to mention that Amsterdam has over 1,500 bridges and over 90 islands, which creates a beautiful and peaceful image for the city. For this reason, Amsterdam is also nicknamed Venice of the North. Moreover, you can spot 1550 monumental buildings, alongside the canals.
Why the Glühwein Amsterdam Cruise?
This cruise is perfect if you want to enjoy a hot drink on this cold season. You will be able to have a great view and relax while having a good talk with your friends or family. The boat is really cosy and it will guarantee you a good time!
Included:
- Private boat
- Unlimited Glühwein
- Cookies
Duration: 1.5 hours
Minumum 10 participants
Starting time: Daily
Prices: 35 Euros p.p.
Not enough people for Glühwein Amsterdam Cruise? You can still book it, if the the price for 10 persons is paid.
Glühwein Amsterdam Cruise - Hot Wine
Bingo cruise Amsterdam with drinks
Bingo cruise Amsterdam with drinks
Bingo is a game of chance and has become a very popular game nowadays. Enjoy your Bingo cruise Amsterdam while sipping some fine drinks and cruising.
Playing Bingo costumed
What is Bingo?
Bingo is a game of chance and has become a very popular game nowadays, especially in the Americas. Its origin lays in 1929, and the modern Bingo has evolved into many different types. There are specific rules that apply to every Bingo game but they all have one thing in common: the shout Bingo! at the end of every game.
What will we be doing?
While you are enjoying your Bingo, our captain will take you through the most popular canals in Amsterdam, so you can enjoy the beautiful view as well.
What better place for a cruise than Amsterdam? The city has over 100km of canals. These are widely known as grachten, and the canal ring was named on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 2010. Not to mention that Amsterdam has over 1,500 bridges and over 90 islands, which creates a beautiful and peaceful image for the city. For this reason, Amsterdam is also nicknamed Venice of the North. Moreover, you can spot 1550 monumental buildings, alongside the canals.
Can I also play Bingo?
This game is perfect for a big group of friends or a big family, which are ready to compete against each other and still have a good time. It is not always about winning, you need to relax, have fun and who knows? Maybe you will be lucky enough to be the winner for one round!
The person who has the most wins at the end of the cruise, will receive a special reward.
Included:
- Private boat
- Bingo game
- Professional assistantance
- Drinks (beer/prosecco/soft drinks)
Attention! Some say, Bingo is a game that keeps you hooked up. So, don’t forget to leave the boat at the end or you might get stuck there!
Duration: 1.5 hours
Price: 15 – 19 persons 45 Euros p.p.
20 persons and more 40 Euros p.p.
Minimum number of participants: 15
Not enough people for the bingo cruise Amsterdam? You can still book it, if you pay the rest of the amount meant for 15 people.
Bingo cruise Amsterdam with drinks
Salsa in Amsterdam - Team up!
Salsa in Amsterdam – Team up!
Salsa in Amsterdam has started to become a very popular partner dance. Choose your partner and go heat up the dance floor with some sexy moves!
Attention! Once you will get into it, there is a chance, you might not want to leave the dance floor.
Dancing salsa
What is salsa?
Salsa is a form of social dance and has become a very popular one nowadays. It has influences from Latin America (Puerto Rico, Cuba and Columbia) but firstly appeared in Cuba. Anyhow, because of the delicate social-political situation at that time, many Cubans fled to New York, where they set the base of salsa. Its movements origin from Son, Cha cha cha, Mambo and other latin dance forms. The music, however, is said to be originated in New York in the late 1970s.
Salsa is also being known as the spicy sauce. But what is actually the link between them? Well, it is being known that salsa is the dance of death. People would put so much effort, heat up the dance floor and dance for so long, till their death. This happens the same with people that eat spicy food or sauce (like salsa), they heat up and often feel like they’re about to “die” because of the spicy taste.
Salsa in Amsterdam
Choose your partner and go heat up the dance floor! Your trainer will let you warm up and guide you through your first steps. Un poco aqui, un poco ahi (a little bit here, a little bit there) and you’re good to go!
Beginner or not, we will provide you an experienced trainer, and by the end of the workshop, you will leave as a pro! Salsa in Amsterdam is perfect for groups seeking fun and some movements. Salsa will also create a bond between two individuals and make them work together as one.
Duration: 1.5 hours
Starting time: Daily
Price: p.p. 10 – 14 persons 25 Euros
p.p. 15 persons and more 23 Euros
for chrildren (7-16 years old) 30 Euros p.p
Salsa in Amsterdam - Team up!
Kayaking in Amsterdam - Day Tour
Kayaking in Amsterdam – Day Tour
Kayaking in Amsterdam is one of the most popular outbound sports. You will be taken through the most popular canals where you can enjoy both, ride and view.
What is kayaking?
Kayaking dates from thousands of years ago and were firstly built and used by what we call today Eskimos. They have been using driftwood or the remaining skeleton of whales to construct the structure of the kayak, and seal skin to cover the body. The name is literally translated as hunter’s boat and its main purpose was for hunting and fishing. With time, kayaking has been developing, and in 1936 was introduced as an olympic game for the Berlin Olympic Games.
Nowadays, people use it as a mean for doing sports, recreation or entertainment.
Anyhow, not all waters are suitable for this activity, as the water level can be tricky sometimes. The best places for this activity are canals, lakes and rivers.
Why is kayaking in Amsterdam good??
What better place than Amsterdam? The city has over 100km of canals. These are widely known as grachten, and the canal ring was named on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 2010. Not to mention that Amsterdam has over 1,500 bridges and over 90 islands, which creates a beautiful and peaceful image for the city. For this reason, Amsterdam is also nicknamed Venice of the North.
Kayaking here is also perfect because of the wide range of water routes. You can leave the city behind and take the route straight into mother-nature. The small villages near Amsterdam are a perfect area for recreation and sharing moments with your family or friends.
What will you see while kayaking in Amsterdam?
This kayaking tour will take you to see unforgetable views among the amsterdammer canals. The most popular are Prinsengracht, Herengracht, Keizersgracht and Singel. While paddling, you can observe the small typical Dutch houses. Most of them have been built between the 15th and 16th century and are a joy for the Dutch culture. Moreover, you can spot 1550 monumental buildings, alongside the canals.
On the way, you will stop and have a picnic break and enjoy the beautiful view.
The tour will take approximately 3 hours and the price is 35 Euros per person. The tour takes place daily.
Included:
- Guide
- Kayak
- Training
- Picnic
- Drinks
Please, make sure to bring adecvate clothing and keep your personal belongings safe; we are not be resposible for this.
Note:
- Minimum capacity for a group is 10 persons
- Maximum capacity for a group is 20 persons
- The price includes all of the above mentioned
Duration: 3 hours
Starting time: Daily
Prices: for adults 35 Euros p.p.
Kayaking in Amsterdam will only operate from the 15th of April till the 25th of September.
Kayaking in Amsterdam - Day Tour
Canoeing in Amsterdam - Sunset tour
Canoeing in Amsterdam – Sunset tour
Canoeing in Amsterdam is one of the most popular outdoor activities. You will get to see the fascinating landscapes that inspired the famous fanous Dutch painter.
What is canoeing?
Canoeing is an ancient mean of transportation; however, the modern canoeing introduced towards the end of the 19th century and has been succesful ever since. Nowadays, people use it as a mean for doing sports, recreation or entertainment.
Anyhow, not all waters are suitable for this activity, as the water level can be tricky sometimes. The best places for this activity are canals, lakes and rivers.
Why is the Netherlands good for canoeing?
What better place than Amsterdam? The city has over 100km of canals. These are widely known as grachten, and the canal ring was named on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 2010. Not to mention that Amsterdam has over 1,500 bridges and over 90 islands, which creates a beautiful and peaceful image for the city. For this reason, Amsterdam is also nicknamed Venice of the North.
Canoeing here is also perfect because of the wide range of water routes. You can leave the city behind and take the route straight into mother-nature. The small villages near Amsterdam are a perfect area for recreation and sharing moments with your family or friends.
What are we going to do?
This canoeing tour will take you to see unforgetable landscapes, with houses that are still built on water, waterbirds and waterplants with their charming flowers.
You will paddle through the reedlands, along with a professional guide. They will tell you more about the wildlife and the origin of the surroundings and landscapes, which inspired the famous Dutch painter Rembrandt.
On the way, you will stop and have a picnic break and enjoy some wine together too..
The tour will take approximately 4 hours and the price is ?Euros per person. The price for children with the age between 7 and 16 is ?Euros. The tour takes place daily from 5pm.
Included:
- Guide
- Canoe
- Training
- Picnic
- Drinks
Please, make sure to bring adecvate clothing and keep your personal belongings safe; we are not be resposible for this.
Note:
- Maximum capacity for a group is 10 persons
- The price includes all of the above mentioned
- Children must be at least 7 years old
Duration: 4 hours
Starting time: Monday – Sunday from 5pm
Prices: for adults 45 Euros p.p.
for chrildren (7-16 years old) 25 Euros p.p.
This tour operates only from the 5th of May till the 21st of August.
Canoeing in Amsterdam - Sunset tour
Friday, December 4, 2015
Canoeing in Amsterdam - Day tour
Canoeing in Ansterdam – Day tour
Canoeing in Amsterdam is one of the most popular outdoor activities. You will get to see the fascinating landscapes that inspired the famous Dutch painter.
What is canoeing?
Canoeing is an ancient mean of transportation; however, the modern canoeing introduced towards the end of the 19th century and has been succesful ever since. Nowadays, people use it as a mean for doing sports, recreation or entertainment.
Anyhow, not all wates are suitable for this activity, as the water level can be tricky sometimes. The best places for this activity are canals, lakes and rivers.
Why is the Netherlands such a good place for canoeing?
What better place than Amsterdam? The city has over 100km of canals. These are widely known as grachten, and the canal ring was named on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 2010. Not to mention that Amsterdam has over 1,500 bridges and over 90 islands, which creates a beautiful and peaceful image for the city. For this reason, Amsterdam is also nicknamed Venice of the North.
Canoeing here is also perfect because of the wide range of water routes. You can leave the city behind and take the route straight into mother-nature. The small villages near Amsterdam are a perfect area for recreation and sharing moments with your family or friends.
What are we going to do?
This canoeing tour will take you to see unforgetable landscapes, with houses that are still built on water, waterbirds and waterplants with their charming flowers.
You will paddle through the reedlands and quake moors, along with a professional guide. They will tell you more about the wildlife and the origin of the surroundings and landscapes, which inspired the famous Dutch painter Rembrandt.
On the way, you will stop and have a picnic break and enjoy the view.
Included:
- Guide
- Canoe
- Training
- Lunch
- Drinks
Please, make sure to bring adecvate clothing and keep your personal belongings safe; we are not be resposible for this.
Note:
- Maximum capacity for a group is 10 persons
- The price includes all of the above mentioned
- Children must be at least 7 years old
Duration: 5.5 hours
Starting time: monday – friday from 9.30am
saturday – sunday from 10am
Prices: for adults 55 Euros p.p.
for chrildren (7-16 years old) 30 Euros p.p
This tour operates only from the 15th of April till the 25th of September.
Escape Dinner Room Amsterdam
Escape Dinner Room Amsterdam
The escape dinner room is based on the concept of the Escape Room, only it includes dinner and drinks. It is a game full of riddles and puzzles and it can make you go round the circles!
What is it?
Many of you have heard about it but not many know what it is actually about. The games are based on a video game in which a player is locked inside a room. The player must now check the surroundings and escape the room. For the real life escape rooms, the same rules apply. The individual is locked inside a room with other participants (mostly friends or family) and must solve puzzles and find clues within a limited range of time.
The challenges and puzzles have been inspired by Agatha Christie, the famous crime novel author, and the games are a type of physical adventure entertainment.
What do I need to do?
For this activity, you will partner up with your team (friends or family) and you are free to prepare any tactic in order to escape the dinner room! This game is meant for everybody, as it is about accumulating points in order to win.
Don’t worry if you think you’re too smart for this, our professional entertainer will make sure to point you in the wrong direction and make you go around the truth!
The escape room is a perfect activity for team building or groups that are willing to work together to achieve a main goal – escape on time. This type of activity lets you act as a detective and puts your attention to be set on each object. So, are you willing to try and escape?
Included:
- Dinner
- Drinks (beer, prosecco)
- Professional entertainer
- Private venue
- Game materials
Minimum number: 15
Duration: 3.5 hours
Price: 45 Euros p.p.
Escape Dinner Room Amsterdam
Street Golf within the City
Street Golf within the City
Street golf is a fun outdoor activity. The golf is still the same game but the location is a more popular one – the street. In golf, you need to concentrate and keep focus all the time. In street golf, you need to relax and have some fun while shooting!
The modern golf originated in Scotland and has been spread worldwide. Since 1900, golf has been present at the Summer Olympic Games. Nowadays, there are several ways to play golf, including street golf.
Have you ever wanted to be Tiger Woods or Lorena Ochoa but much cooler? Street golf gives you the ‘cooler’ spirit. You are not so tense and strenuous, instead you are more relaxed and cooled. It is also a fun activity to do with your friends or family in your spare time.
There are several locations in Amsterdam where you can play street golf. You can choose between Museumplein (most popular one), Westermarkt, Amsterdam Noord or any other location you would like.
Please, note that this is an outdoor activity. We are not responsible in case of the bad weather.
You will be dressed as professional street golfers and will have your own professional equipment. For keeping up the score, you will be handed some papers and at the end each of you will count their points. The one who will score most points will be the winner and will receive a special prize!
Included:
- Outfit
- Equipment
- Paper score
If you don’t know how to play or you are still a beginniner, we can provide you a professional guide that will teach and train you.
This activity will last 1.50 hours and the price is ?Euros per person. The minimum number of participants for this activity is 10 and is including all of the above mentioned.
Street Golf within the City
Wednesday, November 25, 2015
Skip the line Anne Frank House and Jewish District
Skip the line Anne Frank House and Jewish District
Skip the line at Anne Frank House and avoid the queue! The Anne Frank Museum is one of the most visited attractions in Amsterdam. It is here, where the young Jewish girl (Anne) has been trying to hide from the Nazis during the World War II. Moreover, this is the place where she began writing her now-treasured diary about the whole experience. Inside, you will have enough time to explore it on your own.
On the way, we will stop at a diamond factory that once was the biggest in Europe. Jews introduced the manufacturing on diamonds around 1600 in Amsterdam and have been mastering the industry. The Boas brothers put up their business in 1879; today, you can still see the steam generator and the chimney.
Our next stop will be at the Portugese Synagoge, which was built in 1675 and still runs as a synagoge nowadays. The new restaured temple, holds the majestic columns with its high ceiling and golden chandeliers. This image was so powerful for the Israeli Prime Minister that in 2012 he admitted the synagoge to be “one of the most beautiful [synagoge] I have ever seen”.
Tour will conclude with the visit at the Jewish Historical Museum, which contains over 16,000 pieces of art work and other relevant objects. The collection shows the religion, history and culture of the Jews in the Netherlands. Here, you will have the opportunity to explore it on your own and take as much time as you want.
Included:
- Guide
- Skip the line
- Entrance tickets and guided tour
Excluded:
- Meals/ Drinks
- Gratuities
Note!
The tour will take approximately 5 hours. As a walking tour, please, make sure to wear comfortable shoes. If you would like to have a refreshing break (for launch, snaks, drinks etc.) ask your guide and he will point you to the best place in the neighbourhood. The other musuems also include tickets with skip the line. The price is 69 Euros per person and includes all of the above. The minimum number of participants requiered for this tour is 4; you can still book the tour if you pay the full amount required for 4 people.
Tuesday, November 24, 2015
Fire breathing workshop in Amsterdam
Are you up for the excitement?
Explore the art of fire breathing and spice up your stay in Amsterdam!
This workshop will reveal you secrets of fire breathers!
To become a fire breather you need confidence, technique and focus. Toughen your will and do something extraordinary!
You’ll practice the special spraying technique needed for fire breathing and by the end of the workshop you’ll be able to breathe fire as well. Don’t worry, your safety comes first.
Fire breathing workshop in Amsterdam is the most exciting thing you can do in our city – book now for a once in a lifetime experience.
Conditions
The minimum for this workshop is 8 people. The workshop takes around 90 minutes.
Fire breathing workshop in Amsterdam
Professional makeup workshop + photoshoot!
YOUR PICTURE PERFECT FUN. GIRLS ONLY!
Learn the art of makeup from a professional and make it last forever!
After the makeup workshop and your private photoshoot you’ll be ready for your hen party in Amserdam!
Make-up
We’ll hook you up with a professional make-up artist. You’ll get useful tips, explore new colors to bring out your eyes or other features and learn how to upgrade your daytime makeup for a nighttime version.
Ask everything about make-up you ever wanted! Explore different styles and find your own.
Photo shoot
Our professional photographer will take photos of you after your professional make-up session. You’ll get portraits as well as group shots with an exciting backdrop – Amsterdam is one of the most picturesque cities in the world!
Canals, Dutch houses, bridges – pick your own favorite location and make some lasting memories!
Conditions
The Minimum for this activity is ten persons.
Professional makeup workshop + photoshoot!
Monday, November 23, 2015
10 awesome stag party destinations
Can you guess the number one?
Booze, girls, possibility of reenacting the Hangover movies, the last night of total freedom… With the stakes that high, no wonder the major part of planning a bachelor party is just choosing the right place! Here’s our list of 10 awesome destinations for that bachelor party you’re planning.
10. Las Vegas, Nevada, California
Flickr / Rob M
Everybody loves Vegas, but we’ve decided to put it on a 10th place of this list only because it grew to be a way too common choice of bachelors worldwide. It’s flashy, it’s dynamic, it’s luxurious, it’s the city of gambling, booze and strip clubs. Other than that, Las Vegas has a lot of excellent restaurants and bars. While it’s a totally unoriginal choice, this city offers you a cocktail of excess, fantasy and addiction. Vegas is a city of freedom and after all, it was created by gangsters.
9. Ibiza, Spain
Flickr / Federico Capoano
Beautiful coast, sun, dance beats, hot girls and the largest club in the world. You can cure your hangovers on the beach just continue partying afterwards. Ibiza offers a lot of fun activities for bachelor parties, including rapid para-sailing. Ibiza is also famous as a clubbing capital of the world so a stag and his entourage can’t get bored even for a single minute.
8. Bangkok, Thailand
Bangkok is Asia’s naughtiest destination. There’s a lot to explore (the city is full of contrasts) but wherever you go you’ll end up partying hard. The second part of the Hangover shed a light on this city as one of the ultimate party destinations. Bangkok has crazy nightlife, exquisite rooftop bars and of course – a lot of adult themed fun. For bachelor parties there’s a lot of activities you can find in almost any other metropolis, as well as some more authentic ones, like attending the Muai Thai boxing tournament.
7. New York, New York, USA
Flickr / Arne Bornheim
The Big Apple! The capital of the world, they say. Dinner at the Penthouse Executive Club. The nightclubs, the bars, the theaters, the venues. The Yankee stadium. The possibilities are endless and the city never sleeps. New York is a place for a huge (and costly!) bachelor party, but surely a memorable one!
6. London, United Kingdom
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We’ll tell you a secret: The Brits usually come to Amsterdam for their bachelor parties. However, their capital also has some legendary pubs, clubs and music venues. They say no one drinks like the British. So, if you want to try to compete, this is a place for you.
5. Brazil
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The carnevals of Brazil are widely known, so if you’re up for a party you can join the world’s largest street party in Salvador, get lost in the madness of the Carnival in Rio! You’ll get vibrant colors, good rhythm and cigars. But beware, since Brazil is not really the safest place on Earth.
4. Playa del Carmen, Mexico
Flickr / newelly54
This is a recently discovered jewel on a stag party map of the world (yes, there is such a thing, believe us). Beaches, rooftop techno parties, tequila and a vibrant international community make Playa del Carmen a really dynamic place. The parties there start rather late but last until dawn!
3. Budapest, Hungary
Flickr / Cristiano Gatti
Budapest is a vibrant, colorful, and has two different sides. Buda is historic and Pest is trendy, luscious and hedonistic. And… you know how pretty are the Hungarian girls! Budapest is the kind of city that probably is not among the first ones to come to your mind when you’re thinking about a stag weekend, but it should be.
2. Prague, Czech Republic
Flickr / Howard Ignatius
Prag has everything you need for a stag party. Great atmosfere, late closing times and reasonable prices. Add a vibrant cultural scene, famous architecture and a bit of an Eastern-European charm and there you go! Prague is said to be one of the most beautiful cities in the world. That doesn’t stop you to get down and dirty! Plus, it offers a good bang for the buck.
1. Amsterdam, Netherlands
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Liberal drug policies, legendary night life, window-shopping in the Red Light District and the whole region famous for its beer… Well, we don’t want to brag, but our city has it all! Whether you opt for clubs or numerous bars you’ll guaranteed to have a great time. You can rent a boat like a true local (even with a stripper on it!), a bike, a beer bike, or – you can just walk: fun awaits on every corner. From coffee shops to some of the best clubs you’ll ever visit, in Amsterdam you can do the things you never had the courage for!
Check out our Amsterdam stag party offers!
10 awesome stag party destinations
Thursday, November 19, 2015
Striptease workshop in Amsterdam
Learn to strip like a pro!
You never know when are you gonna need it.
With Striptease workshop you can explore the art of seduction!
And no, it’s not all about the stripping. The TRUE art of striptease is about staying DRESSED for as long as possible. A good performance is never quick!
You’ll learn the secrets of the professionals and make your men very happy.
Don’t worry, you don’t have to take off your clothes during this workshop. It’s all about having fun and exploring your sensuality.
Striptease Workshop in Amsterdam is perfect for bachelorette parties, birthdays or just for the fun of it! You’ll get to know some useful tips and tricks – use them wisely!
Striptease workshop in Amsterdam
Amsterdam Tough Chicks Package
Amsterdam Tough Chicks Package
Adrenaline for your hen party!
You don’t deserve ordinary things. A package for the girls who need more excitement in their lives. Live a thriller with Fun Amsterdam and make your hen party memorable!
Our Tough Chiks package will give you the thrills of a lifetime. Spend an intensive day in Amsterdam and kick off a great hen party!
What you get?
- Target shooting workshop
- Male striptease
- Entrance to the Sex museum
Our Target shooting workshop will make you feel like a secret agent for a day. It’s also one of our most popular activities! Click here to find out more.
Sex Museum is a self guided tour that takes around one hour. You will be surprised with what you’ll find inside!
Conditions
The minimum for this package is 8 persons. Get in touch if you have any questions or special requests!
Amsterdam Tough Chicks Package
Wednesday, November 18, 2015
Amsterdam Prosecco boat
Class up your hen party!
What’s better than drinking bubbly with your girlfriends? Drinking bubbly on a boat!
And what’s better than drinking bubbly on a boat? Drinking bubbly on a boat while cruising through the beautiful canals of Amsterdam!
Why?
Amsterdam Prosecco boat is perfect for bachelorette parties, birthdays or just casual sightseeing with your friends.
What you get?
Your own private Prosecco boat is the best way to spend an afternoon in Amsterdam. For 38,50€ per person you’ll get a 1,5 hour boat ride AND a bottle of prosecco for each of you!
Enjoy the beauty of Amsterdam from a different perspective! Book your Amsterdam Processo boat today.
Conditions
The minimum for this service is 8 people. The boats depart from a central location in Amsterdam. Get in touch if you have any specific wishes or questions!
Amsterdam Prosecco boat
Big party boat!
GREAT OCCASIONS NEED A GREAT BOAT.
Now you can rent a big classic ship with two salons and an amazing front deck!
Perfect for family celebrations, corporate events or just partying with your friends.
What?
The ship can host up to 250 people and can be suited for almost any occasion. Enjoy the great outdoor space or enjoy the view from the inside! The windows provide you a lot of light and a great view of the water and you surroundings.
With two indoor bars and enough toom to host anything from a wedding to a business meeting to a dance party, the ship guarantees a great experience for you and your guests.
The ship has not one, but two great salons, each with its own cozy bar. And if the view from them is not enough, you can always go out to the upper deck and enjoy the magnificent view of the water!
How?
The salons are flexible and can be suited to your every need. You can host a dinner or turn the dining room into a dance floor. You can host a presentation in one salon and let the guests unwind in the other. No matter how big or small your group is – the setup is flexible and can be modified to suit your wishes.
All you have to do is to contact us and we will make it happen!
Why?
Our Big Party Boat is perfect for
- Corporate events or presentations
- Weddings
- BIG celebrations where regular party boats wouldn’t cut it
The price of the Big party boat rental is 350€ per hour. The boat hosts up to 250 people.
Big party boat!
Tuesday, November 17, 2015
The ultimate guide to traveling to Amsterdam
There are countless ways to get to Amsterdam! That means there are no excuses for not visiting us.
For all of you planning a fun trip to Amsterdam in the near future, we’ve created the ultimate guide to getting to us!
This list encompasses all the means of transport you’re likely to use: flying, railway, buses and traveling by boat or ferry.
Flying to Amsterdam (or the Netherlands)
The geographical position of the Netherlands makes it perfect for travelling to it by plane. Several passenger airports and a vast number of airlines connect the country to the whole world. If you’re travelling to Amsterdam for the first time, we would suggest picking a carrier that arrives to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. If you don’t mind spending some time travelling to and from the airport (and enjoying the perfectly engineered Dutch landscapes along the way), pick the airline that flies to Eindhoven or Rotterdam/Den Haag.
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
This is the primary international airport in the Netherlands. It’s the fifth busiest airport in Europe and it also gets rather crafty when dealing with your luggage.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X3XN-2OCME4
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport has six runways and hosts about 90 airlines flying to around 300 different destinations.
Schiphol is the hub for KLM (the Royal Dutch Airlines) and its affiliate KLM Cityhopper, as well as for Corendon Dutch Airlines, Martinair Cargo, Transavia and TUI Airlines Netherlands. The airport is also a European hub for Delta Air Lines and as a base for EasyJet and Vueling.
KLM connects Amsterdam to a huge number of world metropolises and is a go-to carrier if you’re looking for a long-distance flights. Tokyo, New York, Beijing and Moscow are just some of the cities among its destinations. KLM is the oldest airline in the world still operating under its original name: it was founded in 1919.
Easy Jet is a suggested choice if you’re looking for a cheap flight to and from the United Kingdom – London, Manchester, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Liverpool, and Bristol, as well as Northern Ireland, since easyJet also flies from Belfast to Amsterdam and the other way round.
Transavia is a Dutch low-cost airline that flies from Schiphol to some nice vacation destinations like Lisbon, Gran Canaria, Pisa and Seville. It also flies from Amsterdam to Athens and Thessaloniki in Greece.
With TUI Airlines you can fly to Amsterdam all the way from Miami!
Getting to Schiphol
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is located about 20 kilometres from Amsterdam. That means you can reach it in half an hour (or less!) from the city center.
How to get to Schiphol by train
There’s a train station located directly underneath the airport. That means Schiphol can be easily reached by train. The airport is connected to Amsterdam Central railway station in the city center (Dutch: Amsterdam Centraal), as well as Amsterdam South (Amsterdam Zuid) and the conference center Amsterdam RAI. Departures are very frequent and all the announcements in the trains stopping at Schiphol are given in English.
If you’re traveling from Schiphol to Amsterdam, you can buy the tickets at the ticket office in the airport’s main hall. There are also yellow ticket machines near the baggage claims. The machines accept credit cards with a 50 cent surcharge, Dutch debit cards, and some of them also accept coins. At the ticket office you can also buy the Amsterdam Travel Ticket, which includes return train travel between Schiphol and Amsterdam, plus free public public transport in the city.
How to get to Schiphol by bus
The bus line number 197, operated by Conexxion, departing from the bus station Elandsgracht takes you to the airport every 15 minutes. The round trip ticket costs 10 euros.
The same company also operates the Schiphol Hotel Shuttle.
Want a faster airport transfer that’s more fun? No matter which airport in the Netherlands you need transfer to or from, we can arrange you: a private minibus, a party bus, a FIRE TRUCK, or even a limo!
Contact us for the best rates.
Eindhoven Airport
Eindhoven Airport is the second largest airport in the Netherlands. It is located around 4 kilometers from Eindhoven. It is planned that the airport will expand to approximately 43 thousand aircraft movements and 5.5 million passengers by 2020. So it’s gonna get even more important!
Airlines operating the flights to and from this airport include Corendon, Luxair, TUI Netherlands, Vueling and WizzAir. Ryanair flies to Dublin and Manchester, and Jetairfly can take you all the way to Morocco!
How to get from the Eindhoven Airport to Amsterdam
In front of the airport, take a bus number 400 or 401 – either of them will take you to the Eindhoven train station. From there, there’s at least one train to Amsterdam per hour. Dutch intercity trains are comfortable double-deckers equipped with free WiFi. The journey usually takes around an hour and a half.
You can also book various shuttle services, but it is advised to do it in advance.
Rotterdam The Hague Airport
Rotterdam The Hague Airport serves, well… Rotterdam and the Hague. It’s located around 5 kilometres from Rotterdam and is a third largest airport in the Netherlands.
British Airways and CityJet fly from Rotterdam Den Haag to London while Flybe operates a line to Birmingham and Manchester. Other carriers include Jetairfly, Corendon, Turkish airlines and Dutch Transavia. The airport features scheduled flights to European metropolitan and leisure destinations, such as Barcelona, Palma de Mallorca, Rhodes and Antalya.
How to get from Rotterdam The Hague airport to Amsterdam
The airport is served by bus line 33. This line connects the Rotterdam Central train station, the airport, and the Meijersplein station.
You can take the bus from the airport to Rotterdam Central and then hop on a train to Amsterdam. You can also take the bus to the Meijersplein station and change to metro line E. The metro takes you to Den Haag Central or Rotterdam Central. Then you can change to another train taking you to Amsterdam.
Sounds complicated? Don’t worry, it’s not that bad. But you can always contact us to see how can we help with your transfer!
Other airports in the Netherlands
You’re far less likely to end up flying to one of the smaller airports (especially if it’s your first time in the Netherlands), but other Dutch airports worth mentioning are Maastricht Aachen Airport and Groningen Airport Eelde.
Maastricht Aachen Airport is located in the south of the Netherlands, serving the Dutch city of Maastricht and Aachen in Germany. This airport is the second largest cargo hub in the Netherlands. Passenger lines available from this airport are not many: Corendon flies to Antalya, Ryanair flies to Alicante, Wizz Air flies to Budapest and Katowice and Vueling takes you to Barcelona.
Groningen Airport Eelde is in the northeast of the Netherlands. From this airport Flybe operates a line to London. Other carriers flying from this airport are TUI, Transavia, Corendon and WizzAir.
These airports are further away from Amsterdam. We suggest using the Dutch travel planning service 9292 to explore the transfer options.
Traveling to Amsterdam by train
If you’ve read the whole section about getting to and from various airports in the Netherlands, you can also conclude that we’re the big fans of the Dutch railway.
The most of the long distance travel by public transport in the Netherlands is done by rail. The main passenger carrier is called Nederlandse Spoorwegen, meaning Dutch Railways and abbreviated NS. Be careful, their night service is limited. Their IC trains are two class double deckers with free internet on board, and they’re also quite fast, so getting from one part of the country to another is a breeze.
Amsterdam Central railway station. Flickr / Johnathan
Amsterdam Centraal station hosting several international trains as well: French high-speed operator Thalys, intercity trains to Brussels, Antwerp, Berlin, Basel (Switzerland) and Vienna. There are also several regional cross border connections.
With Eurostar you can get from London to Amsterdam for as little as 50€ one-way. The trip takes less than five hours. Eurostar takes you to Brussels when you change to the Thalys’ train to Amsterdam.
Train stations in Amsterdam
The city has 9 train stations.
Amsterdam Centraal is in the center of the city. It’s on a 10 minutes walking distance from the Dam square. In front of the station you can catch trams and metro, and in the back – regional busses and free ferries that take you to Amsterdam North.
Amsterdam Muidepoort is in the Amsterdam East (Amsterdam Oost). Amsterdam Amstel is the station next to the modern business towers at the bank of the Amstel river.
Amsterdam Sloterdijk is a major railway junction situated to the west of Amsterdam Centraal. It’s on a railway lines to Haarlem and Schiphol Airport. In the northwest of Amsterdam you’ll find the Lelylaan Station.
At the south of the city there are two stations: Amsterdam RAI is where you’re supposed to get off if you’re going to the RAI Convention Centre. Amsterdam Zuid (which means Amsterdam South) is near the World Trade Center. Today it’s the heart of the modern Zuidas business district . It is also the gateway for the VU University campus located just south of the station.
In Southeast, there are two neighboring stations – Duivendrecht and Amsterdam Bijlmer Station. These stations are at the opposite sides of Amsterdam ArenA, but Bijlmer Station also neighbors to Heineken Music Hall and the Villa Arena shopping mall.
Traveling to Amsterdam by boat
The Dutch have been a sea-faring nation for centuries, Amsterdam still has millions of visitors arriving by boat each year.
The passenger terminal in Amsterdam. Flickr / Hugo
The Passenger terminal in Amsterdam is a striking building with a 600 meter long quay, large reception halls, touring car terminals and an underground parking. The tram number 26 stops right in front of it – the stop is called Muziekgebouw.
Ferries from Newcastle stop at the port of IJmuiden at the outskirts of the city. IJmuiden is located at the mouth of the North Sea Canal to Amsterdam. The company operating the ferries, DFDS Seaways, also provides a coach service that gets you to the Amsterdam Centraal railway station.
Stena Line operates a ferry from Harwich (in Essex, England) to Hoek van Holland (the Hook of Holland). Hoek van Holland is a town in the municipality of Rotterdam. A ferry service to eastern England has been operating from the Hook since 1893, with only the two World Wars interrupting it. The rail links between Hoek van Holland and Amsterdam are excellent and the journey will take you about one hour and 45 minutes.
There’s also a ferry connecting Rotterdam to Hull in Yorkshire. The ferry terminal is in Rotterdam’s Europoort. The line is operated by P&0, which also offers a coach service between Rotterdam Europoort and Rotterdam Central railway station. The tickets need to be booked in advance. From Rotterdam Centraal you can easily come to Amsterdam by train or using a transfer service.
How you’re going to get around Amsterdam once you get there mainly depends on the length of your stay, but also on the things you’re here to experience. Amsterdam’s main public transport operator is GVB. At the tourist information office in front of the Amsterdam Centraal you can buy the I Amsterdam City Card – a combined ticket for Amsterdam’s museums and public transport valid for a day, two or three. NS and GVB together offer the Amsterdam Travel Ticket.
If you want to do something completely Dutch and experience the city like a local, rent a bike! Biking around the canals is the best way to see the magnificent historic waterways.
Traveling to Amsterdam by bus
In case trains, buses and boats are not enough, there are also multiple coach lines driving to and from Amsterdam.
Megabus offers low cost fares from London to Amsterdam and other way round, stopping in France and Belgium on the way. The buses board on a ferry to cross to Great Britain and that’s included in the price. Megabus stops at Sloterdijk and Park&Ride Zeeburg. You can take the train get to and from Sloterdijk. Zeeburg is connected to the Amsterdam Centraal by the tram line 26.
Amsterdam Sloterdijk is also a terminal for OUIBUS and Flixbus. OUIBUS is a French operator serving Aix-en-Provence, Amsterdam, Brussels, Genoa, Lille, London, Lyon, Marseille, Milan, Nice, Paris, Paris Charles de Gaulle airport and Turin. Flixbus operates between Amsterdam and a variety of German towns and cities, as well as Copenhagen, Brussels, Prague and Milan!
Eurolines is based at station Duivendrecht. Eurolines can take you to Amsterdam from London, Hythe, Dover and Gillingham but also from various cities in 18 other countries! Except at the Duivendrecht station, they have an office in the center of Amsterdam, at Rokin 38A.
We hope this guide was useful. We worked hard to bring all the info together, but it is possible that there’s something we have overlooked. If you have anything to add, drop us a line on Facebook or Twitter!
The ultimate guide to traveling to Amsterdam
Wednesday, November 11, 2015
10 excellent reasons to visit Amsterdam
Amsterdam is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Europe. Why is that so? Well… The reasons are many! We’ve listed 15 great reasons to visit our vibrant city!
History, localities, art and various temptations all blend together in the irresistible city of Amsterdam. Whatever you’re looking for – you’ll find it here. Amsterdam offers a diverse plate to be served just how you want it.
Flickr / danorbit
1. Art
Amsterdam is steeped in cultural history. If you like classics, you can visit the Rijksmuseum, the Van Gogh Museum, or the Hermitage Museum. If you’re into contemporary and modern art, we have Stedelijkmuseum, which has always been among the world’s most cutting-edge contemporary art venues.
Flickr / Roman Boed
There’s a lot more to chose from: Amsterdam has the highest museum density in the world!
And don’t even get us started about architecture! Wherever you look you’ll see lovely old houses! 17th and 18th century architecture in the center of Amsterdam also means that the center is free of skyscrapers.
2. The Red Light District
The Red Light District is one of the first things that come to your mind when you say “Amsterdam”.
Flickr / Nicole Pullin
The prostitutes in the red-lit windows attract a lot of tourists (beware, you’re not supposed to take photos). If you want something more than sightseeing, in this area you’ll also find peep shows, brothels, sex shops and sex museums. It is definitely worth a visit just for the experiences available on every corner – of course, if you are old enough.
3. Nightlife
The nightlife in Amsterdam is legendary! Do you know that Amsterdam has more than 1500 bars and cafes?
Flickr / Dennis Burger
Leidseplein and Rembrandtpein are the areas where you’ll find the largest numbers of tightly paced venues. You may also wander over to the Red Light District and Spui for more options. If you just want to chill, we recomend the neighborhood of Jordaan.
4. Festivals
Amsterdammers hold around 300 different festivals a year.
Flickr / Paula Abrahao
They’re not just music festivals. You may also find yourself celebrating art, flowers, pregnancy or poetry. The music festivals that are held tend to attract world famous DJ’s.
5. Canals
Amsterdam has more than 100 kilometres of canals. The three main ones are Herengracht, Prinsengracht and Keizersgracht. They were dug in during the Dutch Golden Age in 17th century. The center of Amsterdam was built according to the 17th century plans – if it’s not an example of good planning, we don’t know what is!
Flickr / SF Brit
A lot of the city’s life happens on the canals. People still live on house boats, a lot of different festivals happen on the water and every year on Kingsday the canal ring turns into a hell of a party.
One of the best ways to enjoy Amsterdam is, of course, to book a canal cruise or to throw a boat party.
6. Beer
The whole Benelux region is famous for its beer, and it’s certainly no accident.
Flickr / Sara P
The beers in Amsterdam are easily available and offered in huge demand and variety. We would always suggest trying a Belgian or a Dutch beer, but here you can also find the beers you’re unlikely to come across while grocery shopping – such as, hipster brews from America or even Australia.
In Amsterdam you’ll find craft breweries like Brouwerij ‘t Ij, atmosferic pubs with huge selections of bottled, canned and tap beer. If you want to drink only Dutch beer, go to the bar called Arendsnest – they have 30 different kinds of beer on tap and more than a hundred different bottled ones. They say they have at least one beer from each and every brewery in the Netherlands.
7. Weed
Although the Dutch wouldn’t like if marijuana is your only reason to visit Amsterdam, you’re probably gonna find the coffee shops at least a bit interesting. Amsterdam drug laws evolved the same way as laws in other countries, but the solutions taken in the Netherlands, differ from the rest of the world. The Dutch think that you can decide for yourself about everything that can harm your health.
Flickr / Nate2b
Coffee shops have been around since the seventies. You’ll find around 200 of them in the city, so finding a nearest one shouldn’t be a problem. An individual cannot buy more than 5 grams of weed per day.
Official Dutch coffee shops have a green and white licence sticker in the window. Coffee shops usually don’t sell alcohol.
So if you’re here for the weed – just act responsibly and have fun!
8. Food
The Dutch are not really famous for the haute cuisine, but the Netherlands is a home to warm, hearty dishes, great cheese and some mouth watering (and sinful!) sweets.
Flickr / Jocelyn & Cathy
Around Amsterdam you can sample many different kinds of Dutch cheese (speaking of cheese, there is, conveniently, the one called Old Amsterdam). If you like pancakes, try poffertjes. Nobody can resist a syrup waffle with their coffee or tea. You should also try authentic Flemish fries and a totally Dutch snack – haring with pickles and onions.
Flickr / Roman Boed
Did you know that gin evolved from jenever? Jenever is a spirit still very popular in the region – look for a prooflokaal and try as many different kinds as you can. The older jenever is like whiskey, while the younger ones come in a wide variety of flavors.
9. Shopping
Although some would argue that some global brands seem to be ignoring the Netherlands all together, shopping in Amsterdam surely has its charms.
The Nine Streets, the main shopping area in the city center, host everything from exclusive boutiques to antique shops. Next to the Dam Square you’ll find the huge department store called De Bijenkorf. The P.C Hooftstraat is a home to the brand stores of Chanel, Louis Vuitton, DKNY, and Mulberry. And this is just a tip of the ice berg!
If you like thrift shopping, Amsterdam also has a lot of flea markets. Try the one at Waterlooplein, or a monthly IJhallen, the biggest flea market in Holland.
Flickr / Jannes Glas
10. Amsterdam is safe
Amsterdam is one of the safest cities in the world. That probably sound like a totally-not-too-important-thing, but knowing that makes everything else way much easier. You can escape to Amsterdam with a piece of mind which allows more room for having fun.
Have you been to Amsterdam yet? What’s your main reason to visit this awesome city?
10 excellent reasons to visit Amsterdam
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