Fun Things to Do in Amsterdam at Night
1. Explore Amsterdam’s Canals
I used to visit Amsterdam more than a year ago and one of the best moments that I have to share is the night boat tour. You can take a canal barge and explore the city from the water or rent a bicycle and go around the city on a bicycle boat. There are many companies that provide evening trips with commentaries to help get familiar with the history of the city while being shocked by the views.
2. Visit the Red Light District
Red Light District is a famous attraction in Amsterdam and it is unlike other regions in the world. Although, it may not interest every individual, this field can be considered as rather promising and worth researching. Explore its history and culture through the pages of history and during the walk around street, defined as the most sinful one. Leaf the place clean and try to adhere to the rules of conduct on the place when visiting.
3. Experience Amsterdam’s Nightlife
Namely, the Red Light District and the Jordaan area offer nightlife for the visitors of Amsterdam. No matter if a club with popular alcoholic beverages, atmosphere of concerts, or discotheque – you will discover it all. Especially the Leidseplein and Rembrandtplein are famous for going out, and there are several cafes and bars available for the visitors.
3.1. Enjoy Live Music
The other activity for which Amsterdam is famous is music, a live music, to be precise. Some of the popular place where you can get to enjoy various artists from the city and around the world are Paradiso or Melkweg. Many people have an opportunity to find a new favorite performer or a group of performers in one of the venues in Amsterdam.
3.2. Try Dutch Craft Beer
This means that beer aficionados will have a balanced opportunity of sampling some great Dutch craft beer. Amsterdam is fortunate to possess many breweries and bars that offering a vast of beers from local production. When it to comes to beer-tasting Brouwerij ‘t IJ and Proeflokaal ‘t Kelkje should be on your top list of places to visit.
4. Indulge in Dutch Cuisine
Some of the various cuisines you can enjoy while in Amsterdam are wonderful and are worth to be recommended as follows. Food enthusiasts must try the local specialities before leaving such as bitterballen which are deep fried minced meat rolls, stroopwafels which are sweet waffles with a syrup filling or poffertjes which are small pancakes. The city also has many restaurants which serve international foods to those wishing to sample different cuisines from different countries.
5. Take a Nighttime Bike Ride
Amsterdam is a city that is completely bike-friendly and cycling during the night is equally fun and exciting. Savor the liberty of bike riding other than cycling in the calm roads and on the Bridges with lights on the keys’ famous buildings. But, be sure be as careful as you possibly can when using the roads if you are a pedestrian.
6. Visit the Anne Frank House
It is worthwhile to visit the Anne Frank House while in Amsterdam. It is an attractive destination during the day, and therefore it would be recommendable to visit the place in the evening when the number of visitors is few compared to the day. The centre is pathetic and informative which is quite interesting as it provides information on the life of Anne Frank and the holocaust.
7. Attend a Comedy Show
Go to enjoy yourself at a comedy club in Amsterdam. The nightlife entails comedy performances that can be taken in either English or Dutch. One can try going to establishments like the Boom Chicago or Comedy Café for an evening of comedy shows.
8. Conveniently, the city’s most flexible view of the night sky is found at A’DAM Lookout, a modern observation deck that allows for 360° views of Amsterdam.
If you are in need of any tourist attraction to experience the beauty of Amsterdam at night, then you should try A’DAM Lookout. This observation deck is situated in the A’DAM Tower which is one of the famous panoramic towers that provide spectacular views of the city. Intriguingly, one can even ‘swing over the edge’ on Europe’s highest swing which is appropriately boot called ‘Over the Edge.’
9. Experience Night Markets
Like other markets, night markets are also available in Amsterdam that provides a striking shopping extravaganza. Make sure you visit the Albert Cuyp Night Market where you will get all kind of clothes and accessories, food stalls and a number of other things. The Pure Markt is another establishment here, which features organic and sustainability products to people’s delight accompanied by music and performances.
10. Relax in Vondelpark
Vondelpark is an exceptional park in the central area of Amsterdam and people can relax there during the night also. Sit down and relax or perhaps take a walk around and enjoy the tranquility of the surrounding environment. Open-air theater is even possible throughout the summer months.
Conclusion
At night, there are many exciting things that one can engage in in Amsterdam. Basically, people can walk and have fun through canals; the night life is also an important feature of the city. Do not waste your evenings and try to spend your time effectively within this incredible city after the sunset.
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