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Centrum in Amsterdam

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.

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 DuifDe DuifTheater
  • ParadisoParadisoLive Music
  • Vintage of AmsterdamVintage of AmsterdamFlea Market
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Top things to do in Centrum

  • De Duif in Centrum, Amsterdam

    De Duif

    4.5 · 811
    Theater

    church and Rijksmonument on the Prinsengracht in Amsterdam

  • Vintage of Amsterdam in Centrum, Amsterdam

    Vintage of Amsterdam

    5.0 · 537
    Flea Market
    Mon–Fri
    10:30 AM – 7 PM
    Sat
    10:30 AM – 7 PM
    Sun
    11 AM – 7 PM
  • Tony's Chocolonely Superstore in Centrum, Amsterdam

    Tony's Chocolonely Superstore

    4.3 · 4.6k
    Chocolate Shop
    Every day
    10 AM – 7 PM
  • Hey!Hallyu Amsterdam in Centrum, Amsterdam

    Hey!Hallyu Amsterdam

    4.9 · 369
    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!

    Mon–Thu
    1 PM – 7 PM
    Fri
    11 AM – 7 PM
    Sat
    11 AM – 7 PM
    Sun
    1 PM – 7 PM
  • Markt Centraal in Centrum, Amsterdam

    Markt Centraal

    4.6 · 154
    Market
  • Nieuwmarkt in Centrum, Amsterdam

    Nieuwmarkt

    4.3 · 100
    Transit Station
    Map

Where to eat & drink in Centrum

  • Paradiso in Centrum, Amsterdam

    Paradiso

    4.6 · 12.0k
    Live Music

    Converted church housing live music & nightclub venue with eclectic program in 2 rooms.

  • Back to Black in Centrum, Amsterdam

    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
  • Café Slijterij Oosterling in Centrum, Amsterdam

    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
  • Kaldi Amsterdam Utrechtsestraat in Centrum, Amsterdam

    Kaldi Amsterdam Utrechtsestraat

    4.9 · 526
    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.

  • Café Brecht in Centrum, Amsterdam

    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
  • Restaurant Watergang in Centrum, Amsterdam

    Restaurant Watergang

    4.9 · 493
    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
  • The Pantry in Centrum, Amsterdam

    The Pantry

    4.7 · 9.7k
    Dutch· €20–30

    Hearty portions of housemade, traditional cuisine served in a homestyle space with a terrace.

    Every day
    10:30 AM – 10:30 PM
  • Stoop & Stoop eetcafé in Centrum, Amsterdam

    Stoop & Stoop eetcafé

    4.8 · 3.4k
    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
  • Cannibale Royale Lange Niezel in Centrum, Amsterdam

    Cannibale Royale Lange Niezel

    4.5 · 4.9k
    Restaurant· €20–40
    Mon–Thu
    12 PM – 12 AM
    Fri
    12 PM – 1 AM
    Sat
    12 PM – 1 AM
    Sun
    12 PM – 12 AM
  • Club Noir Amsterdam in Centrum, Amsterdam

    Club Noir Amsterdam

    4.3 · 500
    Nightclub

    An Afrobeats club with multiple rooms and different music, known for its African vibes and Amapiano music.

    Mon–Thu
    11 PM – 4 AM
    Fri
    10 PM – 5 AM
    Sat
    10 PM – 5 AM
    Sun
    10 PM – 4 AM

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Map of Centrum with pinned top attractions (1 through 10)
  1. 1De Duif
  2. 2Paradiso
  3. 3Vintage of Amsterdam
  4. 4Tony's Chocolonely Superstore
  5. 5Hey!Hallyu Amsterdam
  6. 6Back to Black
  7. 7Café Slijterij Oosterling
  8. 8Kaldi Amsterdam Utrechtsestraat
  9. 9Café Brecht
  10. 10Restaurant Watergang

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