53 activities in Amsterdam, Netherlands

2020 celebrates the 75th anniversary of the brand and we are extremely proud of this. To honor this special milestone, we are introducing a special historical tour at our historical diamond factory.

Highlights
An extensive tour in the diamond factory where you learn everything about the history of the family business.
Learn all about the diamonds: Carat, color, clarity and cut, including the unique GASSAN 121.
Experience the ultimate shopping experience in the Boutique with brands such as Tudor, Jaquer-LeCoultre, IWC, Chopard, Tag Heuer, Longines and exclusive in-house Rolex Boutique.

A family business founded in 1945 by Samuel Gassan in the Amsterdam diamond district. Today, it is located in one of the most iconic and monumental buildings of the diamond city in Amsterdam; a beautiful restored originally steam-driven diamond factory. With 75 years of knowledge and craftsmanship, We will tell you everything about the history of the diamond industry in Amsterdam.

This tour also offers a trip down memory lane with an explanation of the history of our family business, including all the highlights of the past 75 years. One of our guides will tell you in detail about all these highlights. From the way in which the construction of the beautiful building was realized and the foundations implemented by the creator himself, up to the success of the company.

After this tour, experience the ultimate shopping experience in our Boutique with brands such as Tudor, Jaquer-LeCoultre, IWC, Chopard, Tag Heuer, Longines and also Choices by DL and GASSAN Fine Jewelry and by GIGI.

Here you will also find the the75 anniversary jewelry collection and the 'Legacy Edition GASSAN Watch' which was made in collaboration with the Swiss watch brand Louis Erard for this special milestone.

Before you’re hitting the tiles for some big nights out, make sure you get 2-for-1 cocktail specials at the Hard Rock Café and buy-1-get-1 beers at Craft & Draft in Amsterdam.

Take a break from the clubs and bars and try your luck at the Holland Casino, shoot for par at a glow-in-the-dark mini golf course, or compete against friends at the biggest laser tag arena in Amsterdam.

What the Amsterdam Nightlife Ticket includes:

● Entrance to 12 selected nightclubs throughout the city

● Get a free welcome shot at participating nightclubs: Panama, Paradiso (Thursday), Escape (Wednesday, Thursday & Sunday nights), Club Amsterdamned, Club Candela, Club Prime, Winston Kingdom, Bubbels , Feest van Joop, Players (Dam Square) and Club No.129

● Double-up your beer at Craft & Draft (purchase any beer and get a Temple beer free) (Location: Craft & Draft - Overtoom 417)

● Free entrance and a welcome drink at Holland Casino

● Every other cocktail free at Hard Rock Café Amsterdam

● 2 for 1 Laser Tagging, Bowling and Glow Golf at Lovers Powerzone (second person for free)

● 2 for 1 Afterdrink at Reset (the hangover cure)

● First ride with UBER free

● Discount on your first order with UBER EATS

● Free makeup touch-up/make over for the ladies at Douglas (Get ready for the night)

● Get 15% discount on your NightlifeGlasses (available at club Candela & Amsterdamned).

NIGHTCLUB LOCATIONS

● Paradiso Location Weteringschans 6-8

● Escape Location Rembrandtplein 11

● Club Prime Location Rembrandtplein 22

● Panama Locatie Oostelijke Handelskade 4

● Club Amsterdamned Location Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal 169

● Club Candela Location Korte Leidsedwarsstraat 85

● Stone’s Nightclub Location Warmoesstraat 96

● Bubbels Location Lange Leidsedwarsstraat 90 92

● Feest van Joop Location Lange Leidsedwarsstraat 39

● Club No129 Location Korte Leidsedwarsstraat 129

● Winston Kingdom Location Warmoesstraat 129

Amsterdam is best viewed from the water. On this 75-minute canal cruise you’ll experience the best of our historical city. It offers you the best views of the 17th-century buildings lining the city canals, and will also show you the 21st-century city that Amsterdam has become. You’ll come across new architecture and bridges, showing a city that is rooted in history but continues to develop and change.

You’ll see the city the way it really is – from the Golden Bend to Overhoeks, the city’s newest quarter, and from the Music Building in the harbor to the impressive (replica of a ) VOC ship outside of the Maritime museum.

All departures offer a Personal Audio System. This offers audio commentary in a choice of 19 languages (free earphones are supplied). There is also a special audio story for the kids! This is the ideal way to enjoy the Dutch capital for first-time visitors.

Audioguide languages
Dutch, English, Russian, Spanish, Chinese, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Arabic, Japanese, Turkish, Thai, Polish, Czech, Croatian, Indonesian, Cantonese, Swedish, Korean & Hindi

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Location
Start point:
Stadhouderskade 501 - At the dock opposite the Hard Rock Cafe
In front of Hard Rock Cafe
Stadhouderskade 551

End point: Same as the starting point

Schedule
Duration: 75 Minutes

Guide options
Guide type: Not included

Unique in Amsterdam! Our brand new type of cruise boat offers you the comfort of a large canal cruise boat. When the weather is fine, the partially open roof will allow you to enjoy an open boat experience. In the event that the weather is not so favorable however, the boat can be comfortably closed, still ensuring a spectacular view. The boats run on solar energy and are completely silent. Enjoy a marvellous canal cruise in Amsterdam on board of a semi-open electric boat with zero emissions, and benefit from an audioguide in 19 different languages.


Languages
Audio guide in: English, Spanish, French, Italian, German, Portuguese, Russian, Polish, Dutch, Swedish and others.

Visit the museum and become a diamond expert! See world-famous pieces like the Katana and the Rembrandt Diamond. Learn the diamond history of Amsterdam and see the impressive Ape Skull set with 17.000 diamonds!

Discover 400 years of diamond history in Europe’s only Diamond Museum and find out why Amsterdam is called the “City of Diamonds”. The museum takes you on a journey that starts 3 billion years ago, 200 km below your feet and ends up in the ring on your finger. The hero of this journey is the diamond. The world’s hardest material, the gemstone with a never-ending sparkle. Be prepared to be amazed.

Located in the heart of Amsterdam, between the Rijksmuseum and the Van Gogh Museum, the Diamond Museum features a very extensive permanent collection. The exhibition travels back in time and explains how diamonds were geologically formed into their final shape. It gives you an idea of how human’s passion for diamonds developed and shows how diamonds have increasingly been associated with wealth and power.
The collection displays historical crowns and famous diamonds are replicated to show how those with power used diamonds to carry out their status. Explore the crowns of Royals around the world and when you are done, try one on yourself with the Crown Yourself app.

The Diamond Museum does not only present a historical view. It also has a stunning permanent collection with famous pieces, such as the glass-diamond Katana, the smallest diamond ever polished, and the diamond Ape Skull. This skull contains 17,000 brilliant diamonds.

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Location
Start point:
Diamond Museum

End point: Same as the starting point

Schedule
Opening dates
09:00 - 17:00

Duration: 1 Hours

Guide options
Guide type: Not included

Requirements
Not accessible for wheelchairs.

Hey, you there! Do you have nerves of steel and a great sense of humour?
Then you've come to the right place! In The Amsterdam Dungeon you’ll come face to face with over 500 years of Amsterdam’s darkest history.
10 scarily good actors bring shockingly scary true stories back to life (as well as the odd corpse).

On 360 degree sets you’ll experience 12 shows, along with your fellow heretics. You see, hear and smell history brought to life (yes, you can really smell it…. and you can't blame the dog for this one). Down in The Dungeons you can trust no-one and you become part of the story. So, get ready to scream as you're burnt at the stake, to chuckle at the melancholic (but clearly crazy) judge, and to tremble with fear as you stand face-to-face with the executioner. This unique, interactive theatrical experience will stay with you for the rest of your life (which might not be as long as you think if you come down with the plague!).

Oh… don't forget…. NEW at The Amsterdam Dungeon: The Gallows Fields…
You won't want to hang around here for too long! Before you know it, you'll be the prisoner and the common people will decide your fate. But then they'll have to rope in some help (rope, gallows, do you get it!?)

A visit to this unholy place isn't for the weak-hearted! Because of this, The Amsterdam Dungeon is not recommended for children under the age of 10, and guests younger than 13 must be accompanied by an adult.


Know before you go
• A new tour starts every 10 minutes. It depends on the first in the row whether the next show will be in English or in Dutch. The tours last approximately 80 minutes no matter what time you enter.
• The Amsterdam Dungeon is open 365 days a year, we open at 11am and close at 6pm (last tour). On Fridays and Saturdays the last show starts at 7pm. Because of holidays the opening hours can vary, please check the website for the special opening hours.
• The attraction can be visited in a wheelchair, but because of limited spots please make sure that you contact The Amsterdam Dungeon before your visit.

Come on in and join us for a good time. The Amsterdam Icebar is a fascinating creation. Inside an unassuming brownstone, make your way in to a decadent lounge; a fine place to relax, sip a cocktail or grab a bite to eat, and enjoy good conversation with a group of friends. Enjoy great music and company before heading to the back of the lounge where you'll find the impressive entrance to the Icebar.

Don your parkas and snow hats and prepare for an experience that is guaranteed to be cool. Created from a staggering 35 tons of natural ice, this bar is a true work of art. At first glance, it seems that everything is made of ice, and it pretty much is. The bar, the seats, even the glasses that you drink from are all sculpted ice. The shimmering blue and green lights, cast a glow across the ice and make for a visually enticing atmosphere. Check out a 4D movie clip as you take in your frigid surroundings. Grab a chilly seat and enjoy either a Smirnoff cocktail or an Extra Cold Heineken beer in a glass made of ice.

A masterpiece of the coldest kind, admire the craftsmanship before raising your glass and toasting to a perfect time out. The Amsterdam Icebar is an unforgettable way to spend an hour and tip back a few cold ones.

Depart from Amsterdam centre on a bus destined for the beautiful countryside. The tour includes eight stops which all promise a unique insight into Dutch history and tradition. There are buses every 45 minutes from each stop which provides the perfect amount of freedom to enjoy your favorite area at your own leisure! Also included is an audio walking tour for each stop.

Highlights:
* Enjoy the flexibility of a bus coming every 45 minutes to each stop
* Explore the Dutch countryside
* Experience traditional Dutch culture
* View the scenic windmills of Zaanse Schans
* Enjoy the fishing village of Volendam
* Discover the historical centre of Edam
* Taste and experience the making of traditional Dutch cheese
* Adventure in villages where famous artists have gained inspiration
* Visit a traditional clog warehouse

As each stop is unique and provides its own slice of culture, this tour is perfect for discovering and exploring the Dutch countryside. Spending as much or as little time at each stop gives you the perfect flexibility that cannot be found elsewhere. When planning your trip to Holland, be sure not to miss this gem of a tour which is suitable for all!

Amsterdam

A'DAM LOOKOUT, opposite Central Station. You can take the free ferry from Central Station to the opposite side, direction: 'Buikslotermeer'. This is only a 3-minute boat trip. From here it is just a 2-minute walk to the check-in desk located on the ground floor of the A'DAM LOOKOUT.

Start time
from Amsterdam: 9:15am.
End time
from Amsterdam: 2:30pm.
Last bus back in Amsterdam at 7.15pm.

Please note that if you have booked a Half Day Ticket, the check-in time is from 12pm to 2:30pm

The Hop on Hop off app allows visitors to see the live location of the bus, so you can always check if the bus is nearby the bus stop.
Equipment: Leaflet, Map, Hop on Hop off countryside guide book with tips and suggestions at each stop Free guided tour at Henri Willig Cheese Farm; Visit at Zaanse Schans; Self-guided walking tours available at all stops

Plus ticket option / 1 Day Ticket + 2 Free Admissions: Upgrade your Hop On, Hop Off Cheese, Windmills & Dutch Villages ticket. Upgrading your tour ticket offers you free admission to two memorable adventures of your choice. This includes options such as viewing Amsterdam from the panoramic view at the LOOKOUT, museum admission in Edam, a tour or a photo in traditional Dutch clothing in Volendam, or even a scenic canal ride in Zaanse Schans. Don’t miss this amazing opportunity! The Hop on Hop off PLUS ticket includes a choice of 2 free admissions: A’DAM LOOKOUT (10am – 10pm, last entry at 9pm). Visit the sky-deck of this unique tower, with breath-taking views of Amsterdam. Volendam Experience (10am – 6pm). Enjoy a guided and Virtual reality tour and discover the past of Volendam. Digital photo in traditional Dutch costume (10am – 6pm). Dress up in the traditional costume of Volendam. Great holiday photo guaranteed! Free entry Edam Museum (10 am – 4.30 pm)*. Absorb the significant history in the oldest brick house of Edam, dating back to 1540. Canal tour along the river Zaan at the Zaanse Schans (10 am – 5 pm). 25-minute boat tour with amazing view of the windmills and the Zaan skyline. Departures: every 30 minutes. Last departure: 4pm. *The Edam Museum is not wheelchair accessible.

Audio guide languages
English, Spanish, French, Italian, German, Dutch
Please note that the audioguide is not included for the PLUS ticket option

City sightseeing has never been easier! Enjoy the freedom to discover the beautiful canal city at your own leisure, with unlimited hop-on and hop-offs, Amsterdam is yours for the taking! With eleven stops all over the city allowing you to get on and off whenever you feel like it, you will have more time to see the sights.

Learn about the city as you drive past historical buildings as you listen to the audio tour, providing a running commentary on the main sights and attractions in 18 different languages. What´s more, with free WiFi access on board you can enjoy the modern comforts aboard the iconic red double-decker bus.

Simply hop on at any of the stops, but if you wish to make the complete tour, board at Central Station where you can visit the Red Light District and Sint Nicolaaskerk, continuing to Nieuwezijds Voorburgwaal, Westerkerk, Leidseplein, Museumplein, Stathouderskade, Waterlooplein, Muntplein, Damrak before returning to the point of departure at the Central Station.

Attractions on the route include the Royal Palace, the Nieuwe Kerk, the Van Gogh Museum, The Rijksmuseum, Rembrandt's House, the Floating Flower Market, the National Monument, as well as the location of one of the world's very first Stock Exchanges and the Skinny Bridge across the River Amstel.

Make the most of your ticket with fantastic discounts to some of Amsterdam´s most popular attractions such as the Heineken Experience, Madame Tussauds, and the Ice Bar, and museums like the Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum.

All in all don´t miss the opportunity to take advantage of this great introduction to one of Europe's most vibrant and cosmopolitan cities.

Languages (Audioguides)
English, Dutch, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Catalan, Turkish, Polish, Thai, Indonesian, Russian, Korean, Japanese, Chinese, Arabic and Hebrew.

Stroll through the centuries and watch all walks of life with this entertaining walking tour of Amsterdam. You’ll discover the unique and vibrant life of this world city, from its humble beginnings on the river Amstel to its glorious golden age as an international naval superstar. Our experienced guides will lead you through 800 years of history and bring the story of Amsterdam to life.

Amsterdammers have always been fiercely independent, and this tour will give you all the gossip about some of this city’s most colourful events. We’ll visit the stately Royal Palace and busy Dam Square at the centre of the city. Explore the beautiful Jordaan, once a working class neighbourhood that now commands some of the highest property prices in Holland. Spot the tower of the Westerkerk church, where Rembrant, master of Dutch painting, is buried. Then, stop a moment at the anonymous-looking building that sheltered Ann Frank, Holland’s most beloved daughter, before she and her family were tragically discovered by the Nazis. Wander the quaint streets and discover the countless tiny churches and beautiful bridges in the city of canals.

Then explore the more controversial side of Amsterdam with a wander through the infamous Red Light District, right at the heart of the old city. We’ll also pass the city’s famous coffee shops, where locals and tourists alike gather to enjoy more than just coffee. Uncover a complete cross-section of Amsterdam with this informative walking tour. Sometimes eccentric but always beautiful, the Dutch capital never fails to captivate.

Sail the canals of Amsterdam! Amsterdam is often called the Venice of the north. Well, is there a better way to know it than by sailing its canals? A perfect way to rest your legs before continuing to discover the city on foot.

Amsterdam’s canals have been the city’s economic and cultural engine since its construction in the 17th century. In 2010 UNESCO recognized its value, declaring the Amsterdam Canal Belt a World Heritage Site, a unique urban planning project that constitutes a piece of art in itself. Furthermore, the canals symbolize the city’s economic, political, and cultural development during the Dutch Golden Age, when Amsterdam was the center of world trade. Sailing through the Canal District is such a wonderful thing that it becomes an unforgettable experience. We didn’t make it up, we swear it! So much so that the District is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Beyond the canal belt, the Dutch capital reinvents itself around the IJ bay and Amstel River area, with the IJ river, what we would call the hipster area of ​​Amsterdam.

A boat trip through the canals of Amsterdam allows you to see the city from a totally different perspective. With this boat trip, you can appreciate the most emblematic places of the city, while you listen to an audioguide in your language.

Smooth sailing! You know what? This tour is so special that sometimes it is impossible to repeat it. Why? Because the canals are unique and sometimes the course must change. Come on a full-fledged adventure!

Languages
Audioguide available in English, German, Spanish, French, Chinese, Japanese, Italian, Portuguese and Dutch

"About the tour:
• Personal guided tour
• Explanation about the 4 C’s
• Take a photo behind a real polishing table
• See the patented Royal 201 diamond
• See diamond artefacts like the Koh-I-Noor
• Receive a free goodie bag
• Visitors from outside the EU receive VAT refund
on any purchase. We also offer a fast VAT refund
• Children <12 years old get free admissionA ROYAL EXPERIENCE
Experience diamonds like the Royals do
Royal Coster Diamonds is the oldest diamond polishing factory in the world. Since 1840, Royals
from all over the world traveled to Amsterdam to see our legendary craftsmanship. And today
you can learn why during a private guided tour at the museum square in the heart of Amsterdam.
Visit our four monumental 19th-century villas and see how we created beauty that lasts for centuries.
For example, did you know we re-polished the famous Koh-I-Nor diamond for Queen Victoria of
England and that we have it on display? During a private tour, your guide vividly tells you about
the history of diamonds and how Amsterdam became the “City of Diamonds”. You dive into our
rich legacy filled with Royal visitors, such as Empress Sisi, the Viceroy of China, King Rama V, Prince
Napoleon and many, many more.
During the Royal Experience, you will hear how diamonds are formed, cut and polished. You will
see our diamond polishers and goldsmiths working their craft up close and personal. You can take
a picture of yourself behind a real diamond polishing table and share it with friends and family
while you learn why some diamonds sparkle more than others. Your guide takes you to one of
our luxurious new showrooms where you can see diamonds in all shapes and sizes including our
patented Royal 201; a unique diamond with more sparkle or *fire* than any other diamond in the
world. At the end of the tour, you receive a sparkling goodie bag to take back home that includes a
real diamond loupe and also contains a sparkling surprise!"

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Location
Start point:
Paulus Potterstraat,2 -6 - 1071 CZ - Amsterdam - NL

End point: Same as the starting point

Schedule
Opening dates
09:00 - 19:30
Last admission time: 16:30

Duration: 30 Minutes

Play a city game in Amsterdam city and go on a walking tour around its canals and narrow streets. Follow clues and solve puzzles to discover the amazing stories of the Red-Light District, the Weeping Tower, Oude Kerk, or the Dutch East India Company Headquarters.

Are you up for a 3,5km adventure in Amsterdam?

Highlights
Discover popular and lesser-known places in Amsterdam.
Visit the places where Rembrandt used to hang out.
Find out fascinating stories and legends about Dutch sailors.
Discover a secret treasure in the Red-Light District.

Storyline
You lost your father more than ten years ago, and ever since, you’ve been living in America. But recently, you discovered an old letter hidden within the pages of his favorite book. The letter was written right before he left on his final sea cruise, the one in which he and his entire crew disappeared.

In this letter, he speaks of dangerous people searching for three diamonds with special properties.
They are very important, and Lady H. knows the whole story,” he wrote. “The white lamb will lead you to her. Remember our walks when you were small.

Know before you go:
Quest available in German, English, Spanish, French, Dutch. This quest has 9 challenges. Best during day. Instagrammable. You can play while riding a bicycle. After booking, follow the instructions you receive by e-mail for playing this city game & walking tour. Make sure you download the Questo mobile app from GooglePlay or the Apple App Store. Create a new account inside the Questo app with your email address to begin the game. Please note, in order to play the game, you will need an internet connection. This is a self-guided game type tour. You must be at the starting point (that you'll see in the app) in order to begin, or else the game won’t start.

Despite what each one can say on a personal level about the existence of this area and the services that we can find in it; The guided tour of the Red Quarter is a classic. There is not a single tourist who does not know of his existence and asks for him.

But where is it, what can we see, and above all ... is it safe?
The Red Light District is located in the center of the city being one of the oldest. The area was already known as a prostitution center in the past, which is why it never changed its location. But enjoying our guided tour of Red Light District is much more than seeing the typical shop windows with prostitutes. It means enjoying its winding cobbled streets, its old church (Oude Kerk), its architecture.

Do you really want to know how the famous Red Light District works? Through a walking tour we will discover the oldest area of ​​the city, where the Red Light District is currently located. In it, an expert guide will show the most hidden corners of this famous neighborhood and will talk about the history, functioning and current legislation of prostitution in Amsterdam.

In the same way, the presence of numerous Coffee Shops can be observed, which will give rise to talk about the regulation of drugs such as marijuana and mushrooms, as well as the current situation around these issues.

At nightfall its streets are frequented by curious, tourists and locals, we will enter this world being trapped by the red lights that show off the showcases.

Others
From the 1st April, this tour will no longer take you through certain streets with prostitution.

Pancake Cruise Amsterdam
Join the Pancake Cruise Amsterdam and discover the best way to try traditional Dutch Pancakes. This 75-minute cruise will take you on the IJ-river on the north side of Amsterdam. During the cruise, you’ll have access to an all-you-can-eat buffet of pancakes. In the buffet, you also find mouthwatering toppings like Dutch cheese, bacon, fruit, chocolate, marmalade and much, much more. So you might want to make sure you’re hungry when you get on board.
This pancake boat tour in Amsterdam will take you out on the IJ-river. Here you can see the modern side of Amsterdam with the A’DAM Tower, the EYE Museum and the THIS IS HOLLAND attraction. In summer you’ll most likely also pass the huge cruise ships that dock in the harbor. It’s always a sight to behold. Kids won’t have a chance to get bored either on the cruise, in the back of the boat you’ll find an enormous ball pit where they can play for as long as they like.

Best pancakes in Amsterdam!
Eating traditional Dutch pancakes is something you can't miss out on when visiting the Netherlands. The pancakes are usually larger and much thinner than their American counterparts, but a little thicker than crepes. The best way to eat them is to load them up with toppings and that’s exactly what you get a chance of doing during this pancake cruise. Are you ready to try some of the best pancakes in Amsterdam? Join the Pancake Cruise and dine on the water.

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Location
Start point:
Ms. Van Reimsdijkweg
Please ensure you arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes prior to the tour start time.


End point: Same as the starting point

Schedule
Opening dates
Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday/Friday/Saturday/Sunday
Daily departures with time slote given when booking.

Duration: 90 Minutes

Requirements
Failure to show up at the established check-in time may entail losing the tour.

This fascinating new exhibition by Gunther von Hagens, featuring more than 200 anatomical specimens of real human bodies, shows us the complexity, resilience and vulnerability of the human body. Worldwide, the Body Worlds exhibitions of the human form have drawn more than 40 million visitors.

The Happiness Project is one in the world-famous series of exhibitions by Body Worlds, showing real, plastinated human bodies. Plastination, invented in 1977 by German anatomist Dr Gunther von Hagens, is a method in which the fluid contained in bodily tissues is replaced by reactive polymers (such as silicone rubber) using a special vacuum process. Plastination completely stops the decay and dehydration of human tissue. This patented method makes it possible to view the inside of the human body in a revolutionary new way.

Anyone with an interest in science, medicine, anatomy or psychology will find The Happiness Project an intriguing and enlightening way to spend the day. With in-depth and detailed examinations of the human form, the project attempts to shed light on that most elusive of human emotions, happiness, and is guaranteed to captivate visitors.