Things to Do in Centrum, Amsterdam Centrum contains the majority of Amsterdam's landmarks and is home to the UNESCO-listed canal belt. It's a lively area with plenty of shops, cafes, and attractions, including the Anne Frank House and Dam Square.
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De Duif ★ 4.5 · 811★
church and Rijksmonument on the Prinsengracht in Amsterdam
Vintage of Amsterdam ★ 5.0 · 537
Mon–Fri 10:30 AM – 7 PM
Sat 10:30 AM – 7 PM
Sun 11 AM – 7 PM
Tony's Chocolonely Superstore ★ 4.3 · 4.7k
Every day 10 AM – 7 PM
Hey!Hallyu Amsterdam ★ 4.9 · 402
Shop for photocards of your favorite kpop idols at Hey!Hallyu! From exclusive pre-order benefits to signed polaroids! Search for your favorite group, member or even complete sets!
Mon Closed
Tue–Thu 1 PM – 7 PM
Fri 11 AM – 7 PM
Sat 11 AM – 7 PM
Sun 1 PM – 7 PM
Markt Centraal ★ 4.6 · 156
Nieuwmarkt ★ 4.4 · 105
Where to eat & drink in Centrum
Paradiso ★ 4.6 · 12.1k★
Converted church housing live music & nightclub venue with eclectic program in 2 rooms.
Back to Black ★ 4.7 · 2.0k· $$
A cozy, pet-friendly cafe near the Rijksmuseum and Leidseplein, known for its specialty light roast coffees, apple pie, and other fresh cakes and scones.
Mon–Fri 8 AM – 6 PM
Sat 9 AM – 6 PM
Sun 9 AM – 6 PM
Café Slijterij Oosterling ★ 4.8 · 1.3k· €10–20
Comfortable haunt with a dark, vintage atmosphere serving beer, coffee & casual Dutch fare.
Mon 9 AM – 10 PM
Tue 9 AM – 11 PM
Wed–Fri 9 AM – 12 AM
Sat 9 AM – 12 AM
Sun 9 AM – 8 PM
Kaldi Amsterdam Utrechtsestraat ★ 4.9 · 532· €1–10
A cozy neighborhood coffee shop in Amsterdam known for its exceptional coffee, teas, pastries, and a selection of coffee equipment and beans.
Mon–Fri 8:30 AM – 5 PM
Sat 9 AM – 5 PM
Sun 9:30 AM – 3 PM
Café Brecht ★ 4.6 · 1.9k· €10–20
Vintage furnishings decorate this Berlin-style living-room cafe serving German beers & light bites.
Mon–Thu 4 PM – 1 AM
Fri 1 PM – 2 AM
Sat 1 PM – 2 AM
Sun 1 PM – 1 AM
Restaurant Watergang ★ 4.9 · 498· €€
Set in a quintessential Amsterdam terraced house, Watergang is a charming little establishment that radiates genuine warmth and bohemian spirit.
Mon–Tue Closed
Wed–Thu 6 PM – 12 AM
Fri 12:30 PM – 4:30 PM, 6 PM – 12 AM
Sat 12:30 PM – 4:30 PM, 6 PM – 12 AM
Sun 12:30 PM – 4:30 PM, 6 PM – 12 AM
The Pantry ★ 4.7 · 9.8k· €20–30
Hearty portions of housemade, traditional cuisine served in a homestyle space with a terrace.
Mon–Thu 12 PM – 10:30 PM
Fri 11 AM – 10:30 PM
Sat 11 AM – 10:30 PM
Sun 11 AM – 10:30 PM
Stoop & Stoop eetcafé ★ 4.8 · 3.6k· €20–30
A traditional Dutch restaurant in Amsterdam, known for its authentic cuisine including onion soup, beef stew, and meatballs.
Every day 12 PM – 10 PM
Cannibale Royale Lange Niezel ★ 4.5 · 4.9k· €20–40
Mon–Thu 12 PM – 12 AM
Fri 12 PM – 1 AM
Sat 12 PM – 1 AM
Sun 12 PM – 12 AM
The Waterhole ★ 4.5 · 4.2k
Live rock bands & billiards feature at this funky tavern with an old-school feel & snack menu.
Mon–Thu 12 PM – 3 AM
Fri 12:30 PM – 4 AM
Sat 12:30 PM – 4 AM
Sun 12 PM – 3 AM Planning time in Centrum?
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1 De Duif 2 Paradiso 3 Vintage of Amsterdam 4 Tony's Chocolonely Superstore 5 Hey!Hallyu Amsterdam 6 Back to Black 7 Café Slijterij Oosterling 8 Kaldi Amsterdam Utrechtsestraat 9 Café Brecht 10 Restaurant Watergang Ready to plan Centrum? Turn these Centrum picks into a day-by-day Amsterdam plan, with every place checked for closures and booking needs on your dates.
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