The Red Light District (De Wallen)
Amsterdam’s renowned Red Light District leaves nothing to the imagination. It’s a place for everyone that is filled with sexually oriented shops, erotic entertainment, as well as brothels, and a sex museum. Amsterdam has banned any tours through the Red Light District tours from 2020. Red Light District from 2020 because it is causing congestion and is preventing sex artists from gaining any real business (most visitors sit and gaze). If you decide to go to a brothel just for some fun, Be prepared that you’re requested to pay. Take note that taking pictures of sexually explicit women in windows for display is not legal.
The stags are often seen dashing their local Temple of Venus (aka Amsterdam’s Sex Museum): the first and most prestigious collection of erotica. Here, you’ll discover how men got their erotica throughout the centuries.
Coffeeshops
It is legal to purchase marijuana in a coffee shop in Amsterdam. You’ll discover hundreds of them scattered throughout the city, each establishment having its distinctive ambiance. Be sure to go to an actual coffee shop, not a cafe or a ‘coffee shop’ because these are usually bars or coffee shops.
Beer Bikes
Take your friends on a beer bike and enjoy the stunning city views. You can even sip a glass of beer while you ride on this fun-filled guided tour! There are more bicycles than people in Amsterdam, and it’s among the cities that are most bike-friendly around the globe, which means you can’t find a better method to discover the city’s streets than with pedal power.
Canal Boat Cruise
One of the best ways to get a feel for your city’s sights is to go on the canal tour through one of the Amsterdam Canals. Once you’ve boarded the canal boat, have a drink while you sail down the river and take in the top attractions of Amsterdam. After some drinks, you’ll be able to get on the dance floor and cut shapes to the music on board.
Heineken Brewery Tour
The self-guided tour takes you through the historic Heineken brewery, founded in 1867, and is now transformed into a unique interactive experience. Learn about the background of the world-renowned Amsterdam beer, the ingredients that make it, and the process of brewing it, and then finish the experience with two complimentary pints of the beer – great!
Rembrandtplein and Leidseplein
Rembrandtplein and Leidseplein are generally considered the primary nightlife spots for stag parties in Amsterdam and Leidseplein, with the majority of the most popular bars and clubs located in these two areas. Rembrandtplein is now a bustling activity center for visitors and residents, with bars and nightclubs, live music, and bars to dance to the beat in. Leidseplein has also become a crowded area – any night, young people are observed hopping and departing at the various venues around the square, and many closing late.
Amsterdam nightlife
When night falls, Amsterdam leaves its cutesy appearance at home and grabs a handful of glowsticks. They offer events that range from casual to raunchy. There are dancing clubs, live music venues, cozy pubs, and fashionable speakeasies. There’s also a vibrant LGBTQ scene. Most clubs are open until 3 am on weekdays and until 4 am on weekends; however, some clubs keep the music going until dawn.
You will be charged an entry cost to most venues and adhere to an informal (but clean) dress style. The minimum legal age to drink in the city is 18, and you must be able to show proof of ID when you enter. The long history of rowdy stag events in the city suggests that establishments are cautious about welcoming large numbers of drunken, noisy men in – therefore, having proper manners can go far if you’re looking for a casual drink with friends in one of the bars that are located in Amsterdam or an exciting night out with one of its vibrant nightclubs. Amsterdam is sure to please.
Club Nova
The club is located on Leidseplein. This stylish nightclub has tables with exclusive table service and tables with VIP seating. It is also a great place for large parties, thanks to its large dance floor as well as one of the top audio systems in the city, blasting the latest nightclub classics.
Guided Bar Crawl and Club Entry
Most of Amsterdam’s bars are located within walking distance from each, so you can move around from one bar to experience everything Amsterdam offers. If you require help navigating the nightlife in Amsterdam, go on the guided Bar Crawl and gain insider information on the hottest places within the city.
Eat like a local
If you’re visiting Amsterdam, it is essential to sample some of the most famous Dutch delights like the pickled herring (nicer than it seems) and bitterballen (deep, deep-fried meatballs that are crispy!). If you’re not into that, do not fret. Plenty of international eateries are scattered throughout the city, making it a little more like home.
Foodhallen
The huge food market is within an abandoned tram depot in Amsterdam West. There’s a massive bar in the middle of the market, surrounded by 20 food vendors that serve local and international cuisines. Take a look at one of the Entrecote Mobiel (steak lunches), The Butcher (gourmet hamburgers), as well as Jabugo (authentic Spanish deli) vendors.
Febo
Febo is the most popular restaurant chain that serves fast food. The Dutch restaurant stores its food items in small, warm compartments within vending machines. Simply put your money in the machine, and the doors to your meal will open. It’s fast and easy – it’s the best fast food experience. At prices ranging from EUR1,20 up to EUR3,00, it’s a fantastic affordable location. Additionally, with most Febos open until 3 am in the major nightlife spots, it can satisfy your alcoholic desires.
