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.

De DuifTheater
ParadisoLive Music
The WaterholeLive Music

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Top things to do in Centrum

De Duif
★ 4.5 · 808
Theater★
church and Rijksmonument on the Prinsengracht in Amsterdam
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Tony's Chocolonely Superstore
★ 4.3 · 4.5k
Chocolate Shop
Every day
10 AM – 7 PM
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Hey!Hallyu Amsterdam
★ 4.9 · 317
Record Store
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!
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Markt Centraal
★ 4.6 · 153
Market
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Where to eat & drink in Centrum

Paradiso
★ 4.6 · 12.0k
Live Music★
Converted church housing live music & nightclub venue with eclectic program in 2 rooms.
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The Waterhole
★ 4.5 · 4.2k
Live Music
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
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Back to Black
★ 4.7 · 2.0k
Coffee Roastery· $$
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
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Café Slijterij Oosterling
★ 4.8 · 1.3k
Breakfast· €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
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Kaldi Amsterdam Utrechtsestraat
★ 4.9 · 522
Coffee Shop· €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
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Café Brecht
★ 4.6 · 1.9k
Coffee Shop· €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
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Restaurant Watergang
★ 4.9 · 481
Fine Dining· €€
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
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The Pantry
★ 4.7 · 9.5k
Dutch· €20–30
Hearty portions of housemade, traditional cuisine served in a homestyle space with a terrace.
Mon–Fri
10:30 AM – 10:30 PM
Sat
10:30 AM – 10:30 PM
Sun
12 PM – 10:30 PM
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Stoop & Stoop eetcafé
★ 4.8 · 3.3k
Dutch· €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
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Cannibale Royale Lange Niezel
★ 4.5 · 4.8k
Restaurant· €20–40
Mon–Thu
12 PM – 12 AM
Fri
12 PM – 1 AM
Sat
12 PM – 1 AM
Sun
12 PM – 12 AM
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Café Mankind
★ 4.7 · 1.2k
Breakfast· €10–20
A canal-side cafe in Amsterdam known for its warm atmosphere, coffee, food menu, and mini Dutch pancakes.
Every day
12 PM – 10 PM
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Eggs Benaddicted Prinsengracht
★ 4.6 · 1.9k
Breakfast· €10–20
A canal-side cafe in Amsterdam, this breakfast and brunch spot is known for its eggs benedict, French toast, and vegetarian options.
Every day
9 AM – 3:30 PM
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