Zuid, Amsterdam: Things to Do & Map

A mix of high-end shops and local eateries, with the famous Vondelpark and the Museumplein nearby. The Albert Cuypmarkt offers a lively street market experience, showcasing a variety of goods and local flavors.

Chocolaterie ArtiChocChocolate Shop
WilsFine Dining
Ron GastrobarFrench

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By TripSapien · Updated October 13, 2026

Top things to do in Zuid

Chocolaterie ArtiChoc
★ 4.8 · 147
Chocolate Shop
Charming store specializing in fine chocolates made in-house with local fruits, nuts & cream.
Mon–Fri
Closed
Sat
9:30 AM – 6 PM
Sun
Closed
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Electrische Museumtramlijn Amsterdam
★ 4.6 · 216
Museum
A museum tramline where restored trams from the 1930s regularly operate through the heart of Amsterdam.
Mon–Fri
Closed
Sat
Closed
Sun
11 AM – 5 PM
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Minerva Bookstore
Bookstore
Mon
12:30 PM – 6 PM
Tue–Fri
9 AM – 6 PM
Sat
9 AM – 5 PM
Sun
Closed
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Where to eat & drink in Zuid

Wils
Michelin ★
Fine Dining· $$$
This restaurant occupies the third floor of a building by architect Jan Wils, who also designed the Olympic Stadium across the street.
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Ron Gastrobar
Michelin ★
French· $$$
Ron Blaauw can safely be called a culinary mastermind. In 2013, the popular chef transformed his two-Michelin-star restaurant into this accessible gastrobar and immediately made it a success.
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Lokaal van de Stad
★ 4.6 · 1.6k
Diner· €20–30 per person
Trendy café & restaurant featuring breakfast, global dishes & beers, plus a terrace & canal views.
Mon–Thu
8:30 AM – 1 AM
Fri
8:30 AM – 2 AM
Sat
8:30 AM – 2 AM
Sun
8:30 AM – 1 AM
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Bistrot des Alpes
★ 4.7 · 1.0k
French· €30–50
Traditional restaurant offering cheese fondue, raclette and tartiflette in an chalet-style setting.
Mon
Closed
Tue–Thu
3:30 PM – 10 PM
Fri
3:30 PM – 11 PM
Sat
3:30 PM – 11 PM
Sun
Closed
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Akhi 'n Friends
★ 5.0 · 197
Coffee Shop· €1–10
A coffee shop known for its coffee and a welcoming, home-like atmosphere.
Every day
8 AM – 3 PM
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Caffènation Amsterdam
★ 4.6 · 924
Coffee Shop· €1–10
A neighborhood cafe in Amsterdam's Nieuw-West, known for its coffee, including cappuccinos, espressos, and filter coffee, along with baked goods like banana bread, croissants, and vegan bars.
Mon–Fri
8 AM – 5 PM
Sat
9 AM – 5 PM
Sun
9 AM – 5 PM
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Pipes & Beans
★ 4.7 · 535
Coffee Shop· €1–10
Relaxed cafe & local hangout offering coffee, pastries, comfy seating & video games.
Every day
8:30 AM – 5 PM
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