Amsterdam Travel Guide

Your Amsterdam Travel Guide

This Amsterdam Travel Guide starts with the most important thing – where to eat! Here are some of the best places to visit in the city, focusing on my favorite neighborhoods. No matter if you’re staying a while, or just here for a bit, you’re sure to find a place that feels like home. I’ve lived here for 10 years, and I’m sharing some of my favorites with you.

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The Best Places to Eat in Amsterdam

Westerpark & Staatsliedenbuurt Guide

Jordaan | Best Restaurants & Bars

Jordaan | Best Cafes

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Amsterdam’s Best Eats

This is the “Best Of” lists. Starting with the best pizza, ramen and brunch spots in the city. Yes, I love a food theme and a list, and I bet you do too.

The Best Pizza in Every Amsterdam Neighborhood

The Best Ramen and Where Not to Go

The Best Brunch Spots in Amsterdam

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Typically Dutch Day Trips

Excellent day or weekend trips for a little escape from the city. Whether you’re visiting or living here, you’re sure to enjoy these spots – windmills, tulips, castles and more.

Bike the Bollenstreek Flower Route

See the Windmills at Kinderdijk From Rotterdam

Visit Naarden | The 17th Century Star Town

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Special Occasion Spots in Amsterdam

Whether you are celebrating, or just want a little splurge, for no reason at all! These are my favorite celebratory destinations for a meal, or even a stay in and around Amsterdam.

Spend the Weekend or Have Dinner at Vuurtoreneiland

A Romantic Dinner or a Fun Night Out At REM Eiland

Enjoy a Michelin Star Lunch or Dinner at De Kas

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