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Amsterdam : Michelin's recommendations

Amsterdam, capital of the Netherlands, stands on the banks of the rivers IJ and Amstel. With its atmospheric network of canals, its brick houses, its port, its intense commercial bustle, and its rich culture, this "Venice of the North" will undoubtedly cast a spell on you. Enjoy wandering for hours through the streets of the city centre, where cyclist and pedestrian are king. And don't forget to visit the art museums, which are amongst the best in the world.

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Tourist attractions Amsterdam : Things to see and do

Historic Centre

Le Dam NL - Amsterdam

Lying around the Dam, Amsterdam’s main square, and covering the area of the medieval city as delineated in the 16C (before the cutting of the great canals to the west), the historic centre has numerous important buildings: the New Church, The Royal P..

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Beguine Community (Begijnhof)

NL - 1012 NX Amsterdam

Though in the centre of the city, this hofje (sanctuary) is a haven of peace. Each of its tall facades (17th and 18th Centuries) is fronted by a little garden, and the whole is organised around an open space and the ancient church of the Beguines (..

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The Northern Canals

Herengracht NL - Amsterdam

Cut from 1586 onwards, these nobly-named canals (“Emperor’s”, “Prince’s”, “Patricians’”) have majestic quaysides, bordered by narrow gabled façades, opulent patrician residences, old warehouses and houseboats. Venture into the nearby Jordaan district..

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Hotels Amsterdam

Hotel Corner House

Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal 119-121 NL - 1012 RH Amsterdam

Corner House offers budget rooms with private or shared bathrooms in the centre of Amsterdam, 200 metres from Dam Square. It includes a cosy bar and is 10 minutes’ walk from Amsterdam Central Railway Station. Each of the simply furnished rooms at th..

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BEST WESTERN Dam Square Inn

Gravenstraat 12-16 NL - 1012 NM Amsterdam

Prix Prices from : 79 €

Home away from home in the lively heart of the city. ' BEST WESTERN Dam Square is the best choice you can make in downtown Amsterdam! Our hotel is a home away from home for tourists and business people alike. Just a stone throw away from Dam Square, ..

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Hotel Die Port van Cleve

Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal 176 - 180 NL - 1012 SJ Amsterdam

This classic Dutch hotel is located a 5-minute walk from Dam Square and offers free Wi-Fi. The bar has a unique Delft blue fresco dating from 1887. Hotel Die Port van Cleve is situated in a monumental building, making each room distinctive in size a..

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Leisure activities Amsterdam

Admission to Rijksmuseum and One-Day Canal Bus Pass

Beat the queues and save money with a pass that combines admission to the Rijksmuseum with unlimited travel on canal buses for a whole day. Gaze at works of art by Dutch masters, including Vermeer and Van Gogh. Then explore Amsterdam and its attract..

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Admission to Van Gogh Museum with Canal Bus Pass

Prices from : 37 €

For a truly Dutch experience, combine a ticket to the celebrated Van Gogh museum with a one-day pass for the canal bus. Beat the queues when you visit the world's largest collection of Van Gogh paintings. Trace the development of this tragic artist ..

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Hop-on, Hop-off Canal Bus Day Pass

Prices from : 24 €

See Amsterdam and its famous canals by water! The Canal Bus pass offers a relaxing way to get around Amsterdam, with three routes and 14 stops. Kick back and plan your next activity while the charming scenery drifts by. The canals are Amsterdam's to..

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Restaurants Amsterdam

De Roode Leeuw

Damrak 93 NL - 1012 LP Amsterdam

Herring salad and pork medallions with wholegrain mustard: this is the place for traditional Dutch fare. There is a warm ambience thanks to its interior of red and brown.

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Anna

Warmoesstraat 111 NL - 1012 JA Amsterdam

There is no lack of vitality at Anna given its location in the middle of the vibrant red-light district. This cosmopolitan restaurant has a relaxed and informal atmosphere - a choice setting for balanced, modern cooking.

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Prego

Herenstraat 25 NL - 1015 BZ Amsterdam

Mediterranean French cuisine served in a simple and friendly setting. Stoves visible in the basement. The owner enjoys sharing his love of wine.

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Reflet

Dam 9 NL - 1012 JS Amsterdam

This Baroque-style restaurant dates back to 1883. Today it offers dishes from a more classic menu served in a stylish decor and a luxurious ambience right in the heart of the city.

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Canal House

Keizersgracht 148 NL - 1015 CX Amsterdam

The Great Room richly deserves its name: a suitably sophisticated ambience in a dark hued setting. The menu lists finger food, beautifully presented snacks and a more extensive choice from the à la carte selection.

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Bastion Amstel

Verlengde van Marwijk Kooystraat 30 NL - 1096 BX Amsterdam

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