[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_3,1_3″ _builder_version=”4.0.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”|auto||auto|false|false”][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.0.4″ text_font_size=”19px”]

Amsterdam in the most populous city in the Netherlands. Commonly referred to as “Venice of the North”, due to the city’s complex canal system, Amsterdam has grown to be much more than that. Today it’s atmosphere is recognized all over the world for its architectural treasures, quirky vintage shops, traditional spots and hidden-gem-packed scenery. Who better to tell you more about this amazing city than a local herself, ready to share everything she knows with you. Let’s make your trip to Amsterdam one to remember!

[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.0.4″]Born in Bangkok 18 years ago, Jaja’s desire to get to know new places and cultures as well as her love for travel took her to Amsterdam to study. She is now our content creator in the city and is going to tell you all about the best tips, tricks and places to visit when in town, so that you can fall in love with the city like she did.[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https://stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/IMG_6215.jpg” align_tablet=”center” align_phone=”” align_last_edited=”on|desktop” admin_label=”Jaja” _builder_version=”4.0.4″ custom_margin=”|0px||0px|false|false” z_index_tablet=”500″ box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_blurb admin_label=”Question 1″ _builder_version=”4.0.4″ header_level=”h2″ header_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” header_text_align=”left” header_font_size=”16px” header_line_height=”1.7em” body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” body_text_align=”left” custom_margin=”|0px||0px|false|false” header_font_size_tablet=”” header_font_size_phone=”” header_font_size_last_edited=”on|desktop” z_index_tablet=”500″ body_link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_horizontal_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_image_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_image_tablet=”0px”]

Hello, Jaja! Or actually… how do you greet a friend where you live?
We say ‘sawadee peuan’ which, when translated means hello friend!

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,1_3,1_3″ _builder_version=”3.25″][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https://stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Ams-1.jpg” align_tablet=”center” align_phone=”” align_last_edited=”on|desktop” admin_label=”Ams” _builder_version=”4.0.4″ z_index_tablet=”500″ box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_blurb admin_label=”Question 1″ _builder_version=”4.0.4″ header_level=”h2″ header_font=”Ubuntu||||||||” header_text_align=”left” header_font_size=”19px” header_line_height=”1.7em” body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” body_text_align=”left” header_font_size_tablet=”” header_font_size_phone=”” header_font_size_last_edited=”on|desktop” z_index_tablet=”500″ body_link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_horizontal_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_image_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_image_tablet=”0px”]

You’re capturing great content from Amsterdam. How do you usually discover new places in the city – beyond playing our discovery games?
Often times I’m on a mission to finding a good cafe to study at or a new restaurant to try with some friends. Other times, I get too lazy to look down at my google maps and end up getting lost which isn’t so bad because I usually find cool places I note to come back and visit.

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https://stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/IMG_6805.jpg” align_tablet=”center” align_phone=”” align_last_edited=”on|desktop” admin_label=”Pop-up store” _builder_version=”4.0.4″ z_index_tablet=”500″ box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_blurb admin_label=”Question 1″ _builder_version=”4.0.4″ header_level=”h2″ header_font=”Ubuntu||||||||” header_text_align=”left” header_font_size=”19px” header_line_height=”1.7em” body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” body_text_align=”left” header_font_size_tablet=”” header_font_size_phone=”” header_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” z_index_tablet=”500″ body_link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_horizontal_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_image_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_image_tablet=”0px”]

What’s your most recent discovery in Amsterdam?
During the months leading up to the New Year’s Eve, you will start seeing bright and white pop-up stores around the city called Gebakkram (also known as olliebollenkraam). Here, you can find oliebollen (literally translated as oil balls), which are delicious traditional Dutch donuts with a wide variety of flavours for you to choose from. My personal favourite is the appelbollen (apple balls). So if you’re around town, grab a Dutch donut before it’s too late (November to January).

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https://stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/nadine-primeau-WYnj4atCRFY-unsplash.jpg” align_tablet=”center” align_phone=”” align_last_edited=”on|desktop” admin_label=”Burrito” _builder_version=”4.0.4″ z_index_tablet=”500″ box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_blurb admin_label=”Question 1″ _builder_version=”4.0.4″ header_level=”h2″ header_font=”Ubuntu||||||||” header_text_align=”left” header_font_size=”19px” header_line_height=”1.7em” body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” body_text_align=”left” header_font_size_tablet=”” header_font_size_phone=”” header_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” z_index_tablet=”500″ body_link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_horizontal_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_image_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_image_tablet=”0px”]

What’s your favourite place for an indulgent feast in the city and your favourite local snack/dish?
The Original California Burrito Company is my personal favourite. It’s a small restaurant around the Spui area that sells the most hearty burritos you’ll find in Amsterdam! It’s fast, filling, with most meat or veggie options and most importantly delicious! Besides that, we all know the classic Dutch stroopwafel (literally translated as syrup waffle) which is my favourite local snack. You can find them at basically any store in Amsterdam, but I highly recommend getting your delicious dessert at markets such as Alerby Cuyp for the full experience.

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,1_3,1_3″ _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https://stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/DSC00088.jpg” align_tablet=”center” align_phone=”” align_last_edited=”on|desktop” admin_label=”Ams East” _builder_version=”4.0.4″ z_index_tablet=”500″ box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_blurb admin_label=”Question 1″ _builder_version=”4.0.4″ header_level=”h2″ header_font=”Ubuntu||||||||” header_text_align=”left” header_font_size=”19px” header_line_height=”1.7em” body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” body_text_align=”left” header_font_size_tablet=”” header_font_size_phone=”” header_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” z_index_tablet=”500″ body_link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_horizontal_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_image_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_image_tablet=”0px”]

A group of friends are visiting in Amsterdam; where should we take them to fall in love with the city?
For a perfect afternoon that will for sure make my friends fall in love with the city is bringing them to Amsterdam East. It’s a beautiful neighbourhood with amazing restaurants and local shops that will keep them busy for the afternoon. After they had enough of retail therapy and their stomachs are full, I would bring them to Oosterpark. I think the park shows a different, quieter, side of Amsterdam that most visitors won’t expect coming from such a vibrant and busy city.

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_code admin_label=”Vienna Game” module_class=”single-product-width-fix” _builder_version=”4.0.4″]

[/et_pb_code][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https://stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/daniel-norris-DvaoJEksloQ-unsplash-1.jpg” align_tablet=”center” align_phone=”” align_last_edited=”on|desktop” admin_label=”Coffee Co” _builder_version=”4.0.4″ z_index_tablet=”500″ box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_blurb admin_label=”Question 1″ _builder_version=”4.0.4″ header_level=”h2″ header_font=”Ubuntu||||||||” header_text_align=”left” header_font_size=”19px” header_line_height=”1.7em” body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” body_text_align=”left” header_font_size_tablet=”” header_font_size_phone=”” header_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” z_index_tablet=”500″ body_link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_horizontal_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_image_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_image_tablet=”0px”]

And once the friends’ visit is over and we need some quiet and focused time to catch up with studying/working/reading, where do we go?
My go to is always Coffee Company as, as I learnt from my experience in the city, there’s a branch somewhere near you wherever you are in Amsterdam. And being a coffee addict like myself, you’re always certain there will be good and reliable coffee waiting for you to enjoy along with your reading.

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,1_3,1_3″ _builder_version=”3.25″][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https://stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/IMG_6348.jpg” align_tablet=”center” align_phone=”” align_last_edited=”on|desktop” admin_label=”Sunset” _builder_version=”4.0.4″ z_index_tablet=”500″ box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_blurb admin_label=”Question 1″ _builder_version=”4.0.4″ header_level=”h2″ header_font=”Ubuntu||||||||” header_text_align=”left” header_font_size=”19px” header_line_height=”1.7em” body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” body_text_align=”left” header_font_size_tablet=”” header_font_size_phone=”” header_font_size_last_edited=”on|desktop” z_index_tablet=”500″ body_link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_horizontal_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_image_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_image_tablet=”0px”]

What’s the most recent picture of Amsterdam you took with your phone and what’s the story behind it?
I just spent my whole Saturday trying to catch up on University work with some friends at a cafe and we were making our way home. On our way to the metro station, we were mesmerised by the cotton candy sky. The winter weather had us freezing but I could not resist taking a few photos of the sunset. It was so beautiful that for a few minutes, I completely forgot about the miserable wind and cold that is typical of Dutch weather. I love how a few seconds before, I would have done anything in my will-power to get indoors but once we saw the sunset, we spent so long admiring the views and taking photos, photos, and more photos! We were out there probably longer than we should have. Funny what the view can do to you…

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https://stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Ams-13.jpg” align_tablet=”center” align_phone=”” align_last_edited=”on|desktop” admin_label=”Canals” _builder_version=”4.0.4″ z_index_tablet=”500″ box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_blurb admin_label=”Question 1″ _builder_version=”4.0.4″ header_level=”h2″ header_font=”Ubuntu||||||||” header_text_align=”left” header_font_size=”19px” header_line_height=”1.7em” body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” body_text_align=”left” header_font_size_tablet=”” header_font_size_phone=”” header_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” z_index_tablet=”500″ body_link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_horizontal_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_image_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_image_tablet=”0px”]

Yikes! We have just one photo left on a film in the camera… Where from do we snap a stunning view of Amsterdam?
With Netherlands being such a flat country, it’s hard to encapsulate a view of Amsterdam in one photo. So what’s something that represents Amsterdam more than the view of Amsterdam itself? The canals! Often times, the canals are overcrowded by tourists trying to get their iconic canal photos as well. So I definitely recommend going to the Prinseneiland area. Not only do you get the canals, you are able to see the traditional Dutch architecture and possibly spot the red windows. Or if you have some time to spare, take a walk outside of Amsterdam central because trust me, there is bound to be a canal on every road you pass by.

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https://stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Jordaan-20-Taavi-Toomasson-2.jpg” align_tablet=”center” align_phone=”” align_last_edited=”on|desktop” admin_label=”Riddle” _builder_version=”4.0.4″ z_index_tablet=”500″ box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_blurb admin_label=”Question 1″ _builder_version=”4.0.4″ header_level=”h2″ header_font=”Ubuntu||||||||” header_text_align=”left” header_font_size=”19px” header_line_height=”1.7em” body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” body_text_align=”left” header_font_size_tablet=”” header_font_size_phone=”” header_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” z_index_tablet=”500″ body_link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_horizontal_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_image_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_image_tablet=”0px”]

One last question, but no spoilers, please! What’s your favourite riddle from the city discovery games you played in Amsterdam so far?
The houses between houses in Jordaan!

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_cta title=”Ready to enjoy Amsterdam like a local?” button_url=”//stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/product/riga-an-alternative-route-through-parks-and-time/” button_text=”Buy your city discovery game” _builder_version=”4.0.4″ header_font=”Palanquin Dark|500|||||||” header_text_align=”center” header_font_size=”30px” body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” body_text_align=”center” custom_button=”on” button_text_color=”#ffffff” button_border_color=”#ffffff” button_letter_spacing=”2px” button_font=”Ubuntu|700|||||||” button_icon=”%%28%%” button_icon_color=”#ffffff” button_alignment=”center” header_font_size_tablet=”” header_font_size_phone=”26″ header_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” z_index_tablet=”500″ body_link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_horizontal_button_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_button_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_button_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_button_tablet=”0px” saved_tabs=”all”]

It’s gonna be fun.

[/et_pb_cta][et_pb_button button_url=”/blog” button_text=”Back to Blog” button_alignment=”right” admin_label=”Back to Blog Button” _builder_version=”3.21″ custom_button=”on” button_text_color=”#5757ff” button_border_color=”#5757ff” button_font=”Ubuntu||||||||” button_icon=”%%246%%”][/et_pb_button][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]

[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Intro” _builder_version=”3.29.1″ collapsed=”off”][et_pb_row admin_label=”Intro” _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” collapsed=”off”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_blurb content_max_width=”1100px” admin_label=”Intro” _builder_version=”4.4.8″ header_level=”h5″ header_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” header_text_align=”left” header_line_height=”1.7em” body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” body_text_align=”left” body_font_size=”19px” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”||10px||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”off|phone” header_font_size_tablet=”” header_font_size_phone=”” header_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” body_font_size_tablet=”” body_font_size_phone=”16px” body_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” z_index_tablet=”500″ body_link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_horizontal_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_image_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_image_tablet=”0px”]

Our first Secret City Trails travelling content creator, Filipa, kicked off her playful journey in Amsterdam. She shares her favourite hidden gems she discovered by playing our city discovery games off the beaten path.

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.0.4″][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.0.4″][et_pb_image src=”https://stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Ams-14-1.jpg” align_tablet=”center” align_phone=”” align_last_edited=”on|desktop” admin_label=”Bicycle” _builder_version=”4.0.4″ z_index_tablet=”500″ box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px”][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.0.4″][et_pb_blurb admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.4.8″ header_font=”Ubuntu||||||||” header_text_align=”left” header_font_size=”16px” header_line_height=”1.7em” body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” body_text_align=”left” header_font_size_tablet=”” header_font_size_phone=”” header_font_size_last_edited=”on|desktop” z_index_tablet=”500″ body_link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_horizontal_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_image_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_image_tablet=”0px”]

 

You may remember I was particularly looking forward to exploring Amsterdam, which has always been on my must-visit wishlist. For the first two days of my big international journey I could barely sleep, I was so excited! I stayed in Flying Pig’s Uptown, next to Vondelpark, which has a real party vibe. From the outside it looks like a typical old Amsterdam mansion, but when you open the reception door (which is also a bar) you feel the vibrant atmosphere and hear a lot of languages right away.

The hustle and bustle of Amsterdam is apparent as soon as you arrive to the centre – not even the rain slowed down the city for a bit! Believe me, pretty soon you’ll want to escape the crowds and explore off the beaten path! This is exactly what I did, but before I get into my adventures, I want to share one of my first impressions. Of course, it has to do with the city’s bikes. I was astonished with the Bakfiets (a transport bike), that are a popular way of transport in the district. All around the Jordaan area I saw moms and dads with their kids speeding through the alleys at breakneck speed! So remember to keep your eyes wide open!

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.0.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” collapsed=”off”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https://stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Compartilhada-do-Lightroom-mobile4.jpg” align_tablet=”center” align_phone=”” align_last_edited=”on|desktop” admin_label=”Statue” _builder_version=”4.0.4″ z_index_tablet=”500″ box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_blurb admin_label=”Text1″ _builder_version=”4.0.4″ header_font=”Ubuntu||||||||” header_text_align=”left” header_font_size=”16px” header_line_height=”1.7em” body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” body_text_align=”left” header_font_size_tablet=”” header_font_size_phone=”” header_font_size_last_edited=”on|desktop” z_index_tablet=”500″ body_link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_horizontal_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_image_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_image_tablet=”0px”]

On my first day in Amsterdam, I played a Secret City Trails discovery game in Jordaan. As a solo traveller, it was super comforting to already have a plan! Jordaan has always been known as a creative neighbourhood with an intriguing history, so I noticed small unusual things since the beginning of my route, like a weird statue in the middle of a canal or an unusual boat house structure. The trail guided me along the city’s beautiful canals, challenging me to really explore it – despite the rain – by solving riddles. The weather wasn’t great, but the game gives you a lot of tips of local cafes and restaurants, so I already knew where to stop when I wanted to rest in a cosy place to warm myself up – or to eat a slice of pie!

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https://stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Compartilhada-do-Lightroom-mobile5-1.jpg” align_tablet=”center” align_phone=”” align_last_edited=”on|desktop” admin_label=”Westkerk – church tower” _builder_version=”4.0.4″ z_index_tablet=”500″ box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_blurb admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.4.8″ header_font=”Ubuntu||||||||” header_text_align=”left” header_font_size=”16px” header_line_height=”1.7em” body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” body_text_align=”left” header_font_size_tablet=”” header_font_size_phone=”” header_font_size_last_edited=”on|desktop” z_index_tablet=”500″ body_link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_horizontal_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_image_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_image_tablet=”0px”]

During the game you’ll pass some of the most charming streets in the heart of Amsterdam, and cross some of its main canals. The latter was one of my favourites: you can find there Anne Frank’s house. It’s a really touristy place, but during my game I unlocked a recommendation to visit online “The Secret Annex”. The house is located near the beautiful Westerkerk, which has the highest church tower in the city – a head-spinning 87 meters tall. I was really curious about it since the chimes of its clock tower are mentioned in Anne Frank’s Diary. Also worth seeing is a lovely small Anne Frank’s memorial statue at the foot of Westerkerk. Prinsengracht is also perfect for an evening walk. At night, the old canal houses are beautifully lit and the atmosphere is magical! Now, I’d love to share with you some of my Amsterdam favourites!

PS If you’re planning to stay in Amsterdam for a longer while (or you’re looking for a new place), check out HousingAnywhere for amazing flats and rooms.

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”7 untourist things to do in Ams” _builder_version=”4.0.4″ collapsed=”off”][et_pb_row admin_label=”Part 2 -1″ _builder_version=”4.0.4″ collapsed=”off”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.0.4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Headline – Subheadline” _builder_version=”4.0.4″ text_font=”Ubuntu||||||||” text_text_color=”#5757ff” text_font_size=”20px” text_line_height=”1.5em” header_font=”Palanquin Dark|500|||||||” header_text_align=”center” header_2_font=”Palanquin Dark|500|||||||” header_2_text_align=”center” header_2_font_size=”30px” header_3_font=”Palanquin Dark|500|||||||” header_3_text_align=”center” text_orientation=”center” text_font_size_tablet=”” text_font_size_phone=”” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” text_line_height_tablet=”” text_line_height_phone=”1em” text_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” header_2_font_size_tablet=”” header_2_font_size_phone=”28px” header_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” z_index_tablet=”500″ text_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” text_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” text_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” header_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” header_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” header_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” header_2_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” header_2_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” header_2_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” header_3_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” header_3_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” header_3_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” header_4_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” header_4_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” header_4_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” header_5_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” header_5_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” header_5_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” header_6_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” header_6_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” header_6_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px”]

Our favourite non-touristy highlights of Amsterdam

[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,1_3,1_3″ admin_label=”Part 2- 2″ _builder_version=”3.25″ collapsed=”off”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https://stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/LRM_EXPORT_86181891358040_20191018_203737046.jpg” align_tablet=”center” align_phone=”” align_last_edited=”on|desktop” admin_label=”Small world at every corner” _builder_version=”4.0.4″ z_index_tablet=”500″ box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_blurb title=”A “small world” at every corner” admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.0.4″ header_font=”Ubuntu||||||||” header_text_align=”left” header_font_size=”18px” header_line_height=”1.4em” body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” body_text_align=”left” header_font_size_tablet=”” header_font_size_phone=”” header_font_size_last_edited=”on|desktop” z_index_tablet=”500″ body_link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_horizontal_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_image_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_image_tablet=”0px”]

Try to spot little hidden details, like an old typical Dutch chocolate house or a random painting hanging on a tree. My favourite discovery in Jordaan was, no doubt, the hidden tiny replicas of typical Dutch houses! I prefer not to tell you where they are located since you would love to find them yourself when you play the game. Also, you may notice the addresses on the street jump from 70 to 54, which is unusual, right? You’ll be amused with how both of those things are linked when you unlock this story!

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https://stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Compartilhada-do-Lightroom-mobile8.jpg” align_tablet=”center” align_phone=”” align_last_edited=”on|desktop” admin_label=”Unusual statues” _builder_version=”4.0.4″ z_index_tablet=”500″ box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_blurb title=”Statues that tourists don’t know about” admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.0.4″ header_font=”Ubuntu||||||||” header_text_align=”left” header_font_size=”18px” header_line_height=”1.4em” body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” body_text_align=”left” header_font_size_tablet=”” header_font_size_phone=”” header_font_size_last_edited=”on|desktop” z_index_tablet=”500″ body_link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_horizontal_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_image_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_image_tablet=”0px”]

On Johnny Jordaan Plein (at the intersection of the Prinsengracht and Elandsgracht) you’ll find a small collection of statues of famous 20th century Dutch musicians. I was told by the woman that works in Arnold Cornelis that these five bronze statues are representing the famous musicians Manke Neilis, Tante Leen, Johnny Jordaan, Johny Meyer, Mien and Jan Froger. There are no plaques or information about the statues near them, so it’s always nice to ask locals about local stories.

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https://stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/LRM_EXPORT_2060006326602_20191017_004442908.jpg” align_tablet=”center” align_phone=”” align_last_edited=”on|desktop” admin_label=”Free Gardens” _builder_version=”4.0.4″ z_index_tablet=”500″ box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_blurb title=”The free gardens of Rijksmuseum” admin_label=”Text1″ _builder_version=”4.0.4″ header_font=”Ubuntu||||||||” header_text_align=”left” header_font_size=”18px” header_line_height=”1.4em” body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” body_text_align=”left” header_font_size_tablet=”” header_font_size_phone=”” header_font_size_last_edited=”on|desktop” z_index_tablet=”500″ body_link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_horizontal_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_image_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_image_tablet=”0px”]

Not many people know that the outdoor area of one of the most expensive museums in Amsterdam has free admission. I found Rijksmuseum garden surprisingly peaceful and loved its playful fountain, a giant chess game, and colourful flowers. At the time of my visit, there was a free temporary outdoor exhibition of Louise Burgeois’ famous monumental spiders.

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,1_3,1_3″ admin_label=”Part 2 -3″ _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” collapsed=”off”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https://stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/WhatsApp-Image-2019-11-12-at-17.19.59.png” align_tablet=”center” align_phone=”” align_last_edited=”on|desktop” admin_label=”Music passages” _builder_version=”4.0.4″ z_index_tablet=”500″ box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_blurb title=”The “musical passage” in the bustling museum square” admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.0.4″ header_font=”Ubuntu||||||||” header_text_align=”left” header_font_size=”18px” header_line_height=”1.4em” body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” body_text_align=”left” header_font_size_tablet=”” header_font_size_phone=”” header_font_size_last_edited=”on|desktop” z_index_tablet=”500″ body_link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_horizontal_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_image_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_image_tablet=”0px”]

The Museum Quarter (‘Museumkwartier’) is definitely a place to visit in Amsterdam, even if you don’t want to enter any museum. I loved its buzzy atmosphere and if you are lucky enough, you’ll see some street musicians playing along the museumplein (museum square). I found some incredible performers bringing music to the streets of Amsterdam all over the town, but the concert I saw in museumplein was something special.

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_shop type=”product_category” posts_number=”1″ include_categories=”8″ _builder_version=”4.0.4″][/et_pb_shop][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https://stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/NEMO_edited.jpg” align_tablet=”center” align_phone=”” align_last_edited=”on|desktop” admin_label=”NEMO” _builder_version=”4.0.4″ z_index_tablet=”500″ box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_blurb title=”The golden Amsterdam view from NEMO” admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.0.4″ header_font=”Ubuntu||||||||” header_text_align=”left” header_font_size=”18px” header_line_height=”1.4em” body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” body_text_align=”left” header_font_size_tablet=”” header_font_size_phone=”17px” header_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” z_index_tablet=”500″ body_link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_horizontal_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_image_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_image_tablet=”0px”]I can’t stop telling everyone about the NEMO Science Museum’s sunny terrace! You can reach the museum’s last floor easily (you would recognise it by its particular windows) and you will find the perfect spot to enjoy the breathtaking landscape view of Amsterdam from above. I was there for the sunset and it was totally worth it.

 

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,1_3,1_3″ admin_label=”Part 2 – 4″ _builder_version=”4.0.4″ collapsed=”off”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.0.4″][et_pb_image src=”https://stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Compartilhada-do-Lightroom-mobile-1.jpg” admin_label=”Cats” _builder_version=”4.0.4″ z_index_tablet=”500″ box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_blurb title=”De Poezenboot (Cat’s Boat)” _builder_version=”4.0.4″ header_font=”Ubuntu||||||||” header_font_size=”18px” header_line_height=”1.4em” body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” z_index_tablet=”500″ header_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” header_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” header_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_horizontal_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_image_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_image_tablet=”0px” text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px”]If you’re a cat owner (or an animal lover in general) you would love to see how Amsterdamers treat cats. There are many kitty-centric attractions in the city, from a touristy cat café to a lesser-known museum dedicated to cat-related artworks. De Poezenboot is the world’s first and only floating cat shelter. You can book your visit for free and cuddle cats during your visit (if they’re in the mood). I really enjoy taking photos of the cat-residents!

 

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.0.4″][et_pb_shop type=”product_category” posts_number=”1″ include_categories=”8″ orderby=”rating” _builder_version=”4.0.4″][/et_pb_shop][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.0.4″][et_pb_image src=”https://stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Jordaan-DSC_0494-1.jpg” admin_label=”Treasure Hunts in Markets” _builder_version=”4.0.4″ z_index_tablet=”500″ box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_blurb title=”Treasure hunt on the street markets” _builder_version=”4.0.4″ header_font=”Ubuntu||||||||” header_font_size=”18px” header_line_height=”1.4em” body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” z_index_tablet=”500″ header_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” header_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” header_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_horizontal_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_image_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_image_tablet=”0px” text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px”]I challenge you to do it! I passed at least two colourful street markets during my short stay in Amsterdam: Lindengrachtmarkt and Noordermarkt, which sell a lot of different things, from food to second-hand CDs, books and accessories. I found really funny to start counting how many unusual things I could find there. Some old books with the appointments of their first owners, for example, are small gems. And… of course there was time to check-out cool statues as well!

 

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Extra Recommendations” _builder_version=”4.0.4″ collapsed=”off”][et_pb_row admin_label=”Intro 3″ _builder_version=”4.0.4″ collapsed=”off”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.0.4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Headline – Subheadline” _builder_version=”4.0.4″ text_font=”Ubuntu||||||||” text_text_color=”#5757ff” text_font_size=”20px” text_line_height=”1.5em” header_font=”Palanquin Dark|500|||||||” header_text_align=”center” header_2_font=”Palanquin Dark|500|||||||” header_2_text_align=”center” header_2_font_size=”30px” header_3_font=”Palanquin Dark|500|||||||” header_3_text_align=”center” text_orientation=”center” text_font_size_tablet=”” text_font_size_phone=”” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” text_line_height_tablet=”” text_line_height_phone=”1em” text_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” header_2_font_size_tablet=”” header_2_font_size_phone=”28px” header_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” z_index_tablet=”500″ text_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” text_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” text_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” header_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” header_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” header_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” header_2_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” header_2_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” header_2_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” header_3_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” header_3_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” header_3_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” header_4_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” header_4_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” header_4_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” header_5_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” header_5_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” header_5_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” header_6_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” header_6_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” header_6_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px”]

An extra serving of local recommendations!

[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,1_3,1_3″ admin_label=”Recommendations” _builder_version=”4.0.4″ collapsed=”off”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.0.4″][et_pb_image src=”https://stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Compartilhada-do-Lightroom-mobile6.jpg” admin_label=”Cafe Thijssen ” _builder_version=”4.0.4″ z_index_tablet=”500″ box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_blurb title=”Cafe Thijssen” _builder_version=”4.0.4″ header_font=”Ubuntu||||||||” header_font_size=”18px” header_line_height=”1.4em” body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” z_index_tablet=”500″ header_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” header_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” header_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_horizontal_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_image_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_image_tablet=”0px” text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px”]Perfect for a playful coffee break with friends, since it has a lot of board games for you to play. There I tried my first bitterballen (a Dutch meat-based typical snack) and it was delicious. [/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.0.4″][et_pb_image src=”https://stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/2410-2019-045449259927173454550.jpg” admin_label=”Lazagne Amsterdam” _builder_version=”4.0.4″ z_index_tablet=”500″ box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_blurb title=”Lazagne Amsterdam” _builder_version=”4.0.4″ header_font=”Ubuntu||||||||” header_font_size=”18px” header_line_height=”1.4em” body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” z_index_tablet=”500″ header_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” header_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” header_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_horizontal_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_image_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_image_tablet=”0px” text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px”]I loved both the food and the restaurant’s charismatic owners. Their original recipe of lasagne is peculiar (and super tasty!) – the “Lasagne Matilde” recipe has green tagliatelle! It is already my favourite place in town for having Italian food.

 

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.0.4″][et_pb_image src=”https://stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/2410-2019-042219159894872163458.jpg” admin_label=”Bar Oldenhof” _builder_version=”4.0.4″ z_index_tablet=”500″ box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_blurb title=”Bar Oldenhof” _builder_version=”4.0.4″ header_font=”Ubuntu||||||||” header_font_size=”18px” header_line_height=”1.4em” body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” z_index_tablet=”500″ header_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” header_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” header_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_horizontal_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_image_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_image_tablet=”0px” text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px”]You would love its mysterious atmosphere. You even have to ring to enter this hidden cocktail bar! The ambience and the people there make for a great time out for a drink, either in a joyful night or in a thoughtful evening.

 

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Final” _builder_version=”4.0.4″ collapsed=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ collapsed=”on”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_cta title=”Ready for an adventure in Amsterdam?” button_url=”//stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/product-category/discover-amsterdam/” button_text=”Buy your city discovery game” _builder_version=”4.0.4″ header_font=”Palanquin Dark|500|||||||” header_text_align=”center” header_font_size=”30px” body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” body_text_align=”center” custom_button=”on” button_text_color=”#ffffff” button_border_color=”#ffffff” button_letter_spacing=”2px” button_font=”Ubuntu|700|||||||” button_icon=”%%28%%” button_icon_color=”#ffffff” button_alignment=”center” header_font_size_tablet=”” header_font_size_phone=”26″ header_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” z_index_tablet=”500″ body_link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_horizontal_button_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_button_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_button_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_button_tablet=”0px” saved_tabs=”all”]

Time to get playful!

[/et_pb_cta][et_pb_button button_url=”/blog” button_text=”Back to Blog” button_alignment=”right” admin_label=”Back to Blog Button” _builder_version=”4.0.4″ custom_button=”on” button_text_color=”#5757ff” button_border_color=”#5757ff” button_font=”Ubuntu||||||||” button_icon=”%%246%%”][/et_pb_button][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]

[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ z_index_tablet=”500″ global_colors_info=”{}”]

Meeting up with someone new and fancy doing something more original than a bar date? Or want to spoil your partner with a day made up of many mini dates? Whatever the occasion, Amsterdam is a great place for an alternative date adventure. We’ve listed our favourite activities for a romantic excursion, pick one, or two, or hit up all these spots and activities.

And of course, if you already know you want to go on a playful date, check out our city discovery games in Amsterdam straight away!

[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_blurb title=”Breakfast date?” image=”//stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/breakf.png” admin_label=”breakfast” _builder_version=”4.16″ body_font=”|300|||||||” z_index_tablet=”500″ global_colors_info=”{}”]

Mix things up and start your day with a date. There’s plenty of great breakfast places in Amsterdam, some that we love are, Cafe Katoen (it’s also super central), Bakers & Roasters (of course), CT Coffee & Coconuts and the Yoghurt Barn. If you’re hitting it off over breakfast and want to continue your date, why not play a game? It’s a great way to get to know each other even better!

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_blurb title=”Play games together!” image=”//stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/couple-game.png” admin_label=”play games ” _builder_version=”4.16″ body_font=”|300|||||||” z_index_tablet=”500″ global_colors_info=”{}”]

Who doesn’t like a bit of competition? Plus, Plato (yep, the Greek philosopher) said that “you can learn more about a person in an hour of play than an entire year of conversation”. Take your date to play the old arcade games at the Ton Ton Club! Or play a real life riddle game. We happen to have a few in Amsterdam – check our Amsterdam urban adventures. Of course, there’s always the thrill of a good escape room!

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_blurb title=”Lovely lunch ” image=”//stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/67.png” admin_label=”lunch” _builder_version=”4.16″ body_font=”|300|||||||” z_index_tablet=”500″ global_colors_info=”{}”]

Looking for lunch date ideas? We’ve got your back. Here’s our favourite lunch places for a date. You might find yourself back in de Pijp at CT Coffee and Coconuts, or surprise your partner and take them to Dignita Hoftuin. A spot nearby is the roof of Zoku (read: great views) + their food is fabulous too. Benji’s (Amsterdam East) is another romantic lunch spot. So take your pick!

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_blurb title=”Go for a romantic stroll – or bike ride – through the park” image=”//stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/66.png” admin_label=”park” _builder_version=”4.24.2″ body_font=”|300|||||||” hover_enabled=”0″ z_index_tablet=”500″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]

A stroll. A bike ride (on a tamdem!). A run. A dance. The park is the perfect place for it. Wandering through the lush green spaces of Amsterdam together make for a great date. Want to stay central? Vondelpark is lovely. Westerpark has plenty to explore too (you could start with breakfast at the Bakkerswinkel there). Or, surprise your date/lover and take them to the Amsterdam Forest.

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_blurb title=”Couples who laugh together, stay together” image=”//stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/blog-photo-1.png” admin_label=”laugh” _builder_version=”4.16″ body_font=”|300|||||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]

Amazing when you’re the reason putting a smile on your lover’s face. Whether it’s because you’re super funny, or because you took them to see some comedy – a smile is a smile! Share belly-laughter moments at Kleine Komedie, one of Amsterdam’s best comedy clubs (mostly in Dutch). Or try the Comedy Café and Boom Chicago for shows in English.

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_blurb title=”Dinner date ideas” image=”//stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/69.png” admin_label=”dinner” _builder_version=”4.16″ body_font=”|300|||||||” z_index_tablet=”500″ global_colors_info=”{}”]

Decided you’re going on a dinner date? Here’s our favourite restaurants for a date night. We love Panache in Oud West. Pllek in the North (you’ll have to take a romantic ferry ride!). Back in Oud West, de Kanarie Club, where you can have a pre-dinner drink by the ‘pool’. Speaking of drinks, mix cocktails and Asian food at Geisha. Or go straight for the cocktails at Tales & Spirits. Enjoy!

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ z_index_tablet=”500″ global_colors_info=”{}”]

Written by travellers Tatiana Bernardes and Inês Lopes.

[/et_pb_text][et_pb_cta title=”Ready to unlock more hidden gems? ” button_url=”//stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/product-category/discover-amsterdam/” button_text=”Discover authentic Amsterdam!” _builder_version=”4.16″ header_font=”Palanquin Dark|500|||||||” header_text_align=”center” header_font_size=”30″ body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” body_text_align=”center” custom_button=”on” button_text_color=”#ffffff” button_border_color=”#ffffff” button_letter_spacing=”2″ button_font=”Ubuntu|700|||||||” button_icon=”=||divi||400″ button_icon_color=”#ffffff” button_alignment=”center” header_font_size_tablet=”” header_font_size_phone=”26″ header_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” saved_tabs=”all” global_colors_info=”{}”]

It’s gonna be fun.

[/et_pb_cta][et_pb_button button_url=”//stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/blog/” button_text=”Back to Blog” button_alignment=”right” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_button=”on” button_text_color=”#5757ff” button_border_color=”#5757ff” button_font=”Ubuntu||||||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_button][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]

[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ text_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” z_index_tablet=”500″ global_colors_info=”{}”]

Of course, there’s the Rijksmuseum, Van Gogh and Stedelijk Museum surround Museumsquare and there’s hundreds of galleries, small and big, around the city. But art, doesn’t stay indoors in Amsterdam. Here’s 6 pieces of street art that we recommend for everyone to find on their next day out in/trip to Amsterdam. For more, play any of our Amsterdam discovery games.

[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_blurb title=”1. GREGOS, FACE” image=”//stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/Gregos.png” _builder_version=”4.25.2″ body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” hover_enabled=”0″ z_index_tablet=”500″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]

Curious tiny 3D faces… most of them decorate buildings in Paris, but some can be found in cities across the globe, one in Amsterdam! Gregos was born in 1972 and grew up in the northern suburbs of Paris. He’s a self-taught artist and started his career in the late 80s / early 90s. He invented his own 3D technique, and started to replicate his own face with different expressions; which turned into a collection of over 1000 faces! Play our big Amsterdam city centre adventure or a shorter riddle adventure.
Neighbourhood: Centre

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_blurb title=”2. AIKO” image=”//stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/AIKO.png” _builder_version=”4.24.2″ body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” z_index_tablet=”500″ global_colors_info=”{}”]

We love this piece by Lady AIKO. Lady AIKO was born and grew up in Tokyo, and in the mid-90s she moved to New York City where her career really started… Her work is appreciated in the contemporary art scene and well respected in the graffiti and street art world too. She’s also been commissioned by well-known brands such as Louis Vuitton and Apple. Her impressive work can be found around the globe – and we’re lucky to have some pieces in Amsterdam!
Neighbourhood: Oud West

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_blurb title=”3. ANNE FRANK BY EDUARDO KOBRA” image=”//stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/mural-anne-frank-kobra-amsterdam-ndsm-e1538935591137.jpg” _builder_version=”4.16″ header_font=”Ubuntu||||||||” body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” z_index_tablet=”500″ global_colors_info=”{}”]

Originally from the favelas in Sao Paulo, Eduardo Kobra is one of the most recognised muralists in the whole world! At NDSM Wharf, you will find a huge mural of Anne Frank, a Jewish girl who hid from the Nazis (in Amsterdam) during WWII.
Neighbourhood: Noord

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_blurb title=”4. INVASION STRATEGY BY INVADER” image=”//stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/SpaceInvader_Amsterdam_Weesperplein.jpg” _builder_version=”4.16″ body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” z_index_tablet=”500″ global_colors_info=”{}”]

Have you ever spotted these small mosaic creatures while discovering the city? They are works by street artist, Invader, who is influenced by the Space Invaders, an arcade video game. The outcome of his “Invasion Strategy” is found in multiple cities and usually, you can find 20-50 pieces per city! Go out and find them!
Neighbourhood: most probably all 😉

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_blurb title=”5. THE LONDON POLICE (TLP)” image=”//stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/THE-LONDON-POLICE.png” _builder_version=”4.16″ body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” z_index_tablet=”500″ global_colors_info=”{}”]

The original motive of TLP was to combine making art and travelling… They started making art in Amsterdam in 1998, focusing on making visually disappointing streets more vibrant. It’s not something to take for granted that this mural still exists on the wall of Prinsengracht 70. First, everything seemed to be alright, the kind owner of the building gave permission for TLP to create black and white image of a totem pole lad being constructed by a Bob Gibson robot. But then the Amsterdam city council’s officials came by and told that TLP would have needed an extra permission to paint the building. Luckily, officials allowed them to finish the characters, but the city council needed to decide whether to keep mural or have a bland wall. In the end, also this story got its happy ending, with the power and support of the local residents and Dutch press, the mural earned an artistic merit and a cultural significance. Explore more with our Jordaan Discovery game.
Neighbourhood: Jordaan

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_blurb title=”6. WALKING ALONE BY ICY&SOT” image=”//stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/dsc00280-2.jpg” _builder_version=”4.16″ body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” z_index_tablet=”500″ global_colors_info=”{}”]ICY and SOT are brothers from Tabriz, Iran, currently based in Brooklyn, New York. ICY and SOT started doing stencils in 2006, and they have contributed to Iranian and international urban art culture through their artwork. Their art is provoking and aims to communicate about human rights, social and political issues, capitalism and ecological justice.
[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_cta title=”Ready to unlock more colourful street art?” button_url=”//stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/product-category/discover-amsterdam/” button_text=”Choose your game!” _builder_version=”4.16″ header_font=”Palanquin Dark|500|||||||” header_text_align=”center” header_font_size=”30″ body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” body_text_align=”center” custom_button=”on” button_text_color=”#ffffff” button_border_color=”#ffffff” button_letter_spacing=”2″ button_font=”Ubuntu|700|||||||” button_icon=”=||divi||400″ button_icon_color=”#ffffff” button_alignment=”center” header_font_size_tablet=”” header_font_size_phone=”26″ header_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” saved_tabs=”all” global_colors_info=”{}”]

It’s gonna be fun.

[/et_pb_cta][et_pb_button button_url=”/blog” button_text=”Back to Blog” button_alignment=”right” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_button=”on” button_text_color=”#5757ff” button_border_color=”#5757ff” z_index_tablet=”500″ global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_button][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]

[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.2″ text_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” link_text_color=”#0d4edb” z_index_tablet=”500″ box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px” global_colors_info=”{}”]

Amsterdam is a wicked and wonderful city filled with many hidden gems! Below you can find 10 of our favourite ones from cool independent shops with local creations, curious galleries, literally hidden statues and theatres. Of course, to discover more, play any of our Amsterdam games.

[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_blurb title=”1. The Maker Store” image=”//stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/makerstore-e1539463635786.jpg” _builder_version=”4.24.2″ header_level=”h2″ header_font=”|||on|||||” header_font_size=”20px” header_line_height=”1.4em” body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” z_index_tablet=”500″ body_link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_horizontal_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_image_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_image_tablet=”0px” global_colors_info=”{}”]

This place makes us so happy. We believe in buying locally and love that The Maker Store makes this possible. All the products are made by independent creators from Amsterdam and you’ll find only original brands here. You can even get some products customised or made on the spot! Creative thinkers, young professionals, arty free-thinkers and culture enthusiasts come together here – all we can say is go see, buy and taste! To experience more of Amsterdam’s vibrant independent scene, play one of our Amsterdam games. 

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_blurb title=”2. Cloud Gallery Amsterdam” image=”//stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/cloudgallery-e1539463694741.jpg” _builder_version=”4.16″ header_level=”h2″ header_font=”|||on|||||” header_font_size=”20px” header_line_height=”1.4em” body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” z_index_tablet=”500″ body_link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_horizontal_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_image_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_image_tablet=”0px” global_colors_info=”{}”]

Cloud Gallery Amsterdam is a combination of modern art and great coffee and tea, yay! They serve fair trade coffee and their tea leaves are hand-picked. The frequently changing exhibitions are an amazing opportunity for young artists and photographers to have their moment of fame and a great reason for you to check it out regularly! Play our Jordaan trail to find Cloud Gallery and other cool art spots!
Neighbourhood: Centre/Jordaan 

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_4,1_4,1_4,1_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_blurb title=”3. Tobacco Theater” image=”//stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/tobacco-theater-e1539463906268.jpg” _builder_version=”4.24.2″ header_level=”h2″ header_font=”|||on|||||” header_font_size=”20px” header_line_height=”1.4em” body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” z_index_tablet=”500″ body_link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_horizontal_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_image_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_image_tablet=”0px” global_colors_info=”{}”]

Tobacco Theater is a remarkable venue. Many theatre dinners, international productions and other colourful events have taken place here. Walking in you’ll see an industrial style and extremely high room of 200m² that is constructed of white plaster and steel.  First, your attention gets caught by the bar and the steel balcony, after you’ll notice the special lighting system that enriches the historical experience of an old tobacco auction house! 
Neighbourhood: Centre 

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_blurb title=”4. Bar Jones” image=”//stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/image-2018-10-11-10.png” _builder_version=”4.16″ header_level=”h2″ header_font=”|||on|||||” header_font_size=”20px” header_line_height=”1.4em” body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” z_index_tablet=”500″ body_link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_horizontal_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_image_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_image_tablet=”0px” global_colors_info=”{}”]

This place! Right in the centre, but a true hidden gem and local favourite: Bar Jones. A stone’s throw away from the busy Dam Square, tucked in a charming and quiet street. It’s a tiny bar with an impressively long drinks list. Mostly famous for its beers though! If you are feeling playful, there’s a pool table at the back of the bar.
Neighbourhood: Centre  

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_blurb title=”5. Mediamatic” image=”//stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/mediamatic-e1539463672412.jpg” _builder_version=”4.16″ header_level=”h2″ header_font=”|||on|||||” header_font_size=”20px” header_line_height=”1.4em” body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” z_index_tablet=”500″ header_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” header_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” header_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_horizontal_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_image_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_image_tablet=”0px” text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” global_colors_info=”{}”]

Mediamatic is a cultural institution where science, art, technology and culture meet. This spot, along the water nearby Central Station, is gorgeous, in both summer (for outdoor dining) and winter. The restaurant is an old greenhouse. And they are green through and through here: they offer fascinating events and workshops, for example, how to grow your own fungi or how to produce food in a city with aquaponics. Check out the wooden boxes surrounding the plant and answer the philosophical questions written on them!
Neighbourhood: Centre  

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_blurb title=”6. Spinhuis” image=”//stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/image-2018-10-11-12.png” _builder_version=”4.16″ header_level=”h2″ header_font=”|||on|||||” header_font_size=”20px” header_line_height=”1.4em” body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” z_index_tablet=”500″ body_link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_horizontal_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_image_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_image_tablet=”0px” global_colors_info=”{}”]

Another curious place: Het Spinhuis. This is a squatted social space under the Multatuli Bridge right along the beautiful Canal Belt. The non-profit collective hosts a variety of activities such as lectures, debate- and discussion-evenings, workshops, theatre, music and art events. They also have weekly film screenings, dinners on a donation and yoga among other happenings. Check it out!
Neighbourhood: Centre/Canal Belt

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_shop type=”product_category” posts_number=”3″ include_categories=”8″ columns_number=”3″ orderby=”popularity” _builder_version=”4.16″ z_index_tablet=”500″ global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_shop][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_4,1_4,1_4,1_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_blurb title=”7. Zootje Sculpture Garden” image=”//stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/image-2018-10-11-13.png” _builder_version=”4.16″ header_level=”h2″ header_font=”|||on|||||” header_font_size=”20px” header_line_height=”1.4em” body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” z_index_tablet=”500″ body_link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_horizontal_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_image_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_image_tablet=”0px” global_colors_info=”{}”]

You’ll find this hidden little sculpture garden near De Plantage, just follow the signs for Zootje Petit Zoo. Believe us when we say that this is no ordinary zoo! The rustic, metal sculptures wait patiently between the grass and plants. This is a wonderful and quirky half-day experience for all the family, just remember to keep your eyes peeled for the dinosaur and the zombie!

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_blurb title=”8. Tiny Hidden Houses” image=”//stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/image-2018-10-11-14.png” _builder_version=”4.16″ header_level=”h2″ header_font=”|||on|||||” header_font_size=”20px” header_line_height=”1.4em” body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” z_index_tablet=”500″ body_link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_horizontal_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_image_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_image_tablet=”0px” global_colors_info=”{}”]

When you walk along Westerstraat, you might notice that numbers of the houses jump from 54 to 70… A local advertising agency, Natwerk restored seven missing houses in the crack between the houses… with mini houses! Play our Jordaan trail to find them!
Neighbourhood: Jordaan  

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_blurb title=”9. Noordermarkt” image=”//stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/image-2018-10-11-16.png” _builder_version=”4.16″ header_level=”h2″ header_font=”|||on|||||” header_font_size=”20px” header_line_height=”1.4em” body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” z_index_tablet=”500″ body_link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_horizontal_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_image_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_image_tablet=”0px” global_colors_info=”{}”]

Our favourite market in Amsterdam, Noordermarkt! Besides the fact that the location is gorgeous, it’s along the Prinsengracht and on the edge of the Jordaan, its a lovely spot to spend a Monday or Saturday morning. It’s known for its flea market and Farmers market and happens on Mondays and Saturdays only. On Mondays, there’s a textile market on Westerstraat, right next to this one. Play our Jordaan Discovery game. 
Neighbourhood: Jordaan

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_blurb title=”10. The Tea Rat” image=”//stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/image-2018-10-11-18.png” _builder_version=”4.16″ header_level=”h2″ header_font=”|||on|||||” header_font_size=”20px” header_line_height=”1.4em” body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” z_index_tablet=”500″ body_link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_horizontal_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_image_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_image_tablet=”0px” global_colors_info=”{}”]

In a tiny alley just off Spuistraat is a teapot museum! It’s one of the smallest museums in the city, but manages to showcase over 100 different teapots in a single room. You can even dress up while you are enjoying the collection… a curious place no doubt!
Neighbourhood: Centre

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row admin_label=”Maps for blogs” _builder_version=”4.16″ collapsed=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Maps – headline” _builder_version=”4.16″ text_font=”Ubuntu||||||||” text_text_color=”#5757ff” text_font_size=”20px” text_line_height=”1.5em” header_font=”Palanquin Dark|500|||||||” header_text_align=”center” header_2_font=”Palanquin Dark|500|||||||” header_2_text_align=”center” header_2_font_size=”30px” header_3_font=”Palanquin Dark|500|||||||” header_3_text_align=”center” text_orientation=”center” text_font_size_tablet=”” text_font_size_phone=”” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” text_line_height_tablet=”” text_line_height_phone=”1em” text_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” header_2_font_size_tablet=”” header_2_font_size_phone=”28px” header_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” z_index_tablet=”500″ text_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” text_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” text_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” header_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” header_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” header_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” header_2_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” header_2_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” header_2_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” header_3_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” header_3_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” header_3_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” header_4_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” header_4_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” header_4_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” header_5_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” header_5_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” header_5_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” header_6_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” header_6_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” header_6_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px” global_colors_info=”{}”]

See our discovery games in Amsterdam

Unlock more hidden gems and local stories[/et_pb_text][et_pb_code disabled_on=”on|on|off” admin_label=”Map – desktop” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_code][et_pb_code disabled_on=”off|off|on” admin_label=”Map – mobile” _builder_version=”4.16″ locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_code][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_cta title=”Unlock hidden blog content and a secret discount!” button_url=”https://mailchi.mp/541988ca1338/secretcitytrails-newsletter” url_new_window=”on” button_text=”Sign up to our newsletter” admin_label=”Call To Action – Newsletter” _builder_version=”4.16″ header_font=”Palanquin Dark|500|||||||” header_text_align=”center” header_font_size=”30px” body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” body_text_align=”center” custom_button=”on” button_text_color=”#ffffff” button_border_color=”#ffffff” button_letter_spacing=”2px” button_font=”Ubuntu|700|||||||” button_icon=”=||divi||400″ button_icon_color=”#ffffff” button_alignment=”center” header_font_size_tablet=”” header_font_size_phone=”26″ header_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” z_index_tablet=”500″ body_link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_horizontal_button_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_button_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_button_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_button_tablet=”0px” saved_tabs=”all” global_colors_info=”{}”]

It’s going to be fun!

[/et_pb_cta][et_pb_button button_url=”//stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/blog/” button_text=”Back to Blog” button_alignment=”right” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_button=”on” button_text_color=”#5757ff” button_border_color=”#5757ff” z_index_tablet=”500″ global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_button][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]

[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_blurb content_max_width=”1100px” admin_label=”Intro” _builder_version=”4.16″ header_level=”h5″ header_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” header_text_align=”left” header_line_height=”1.7em” body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” body_text_align=”left” body_font_size=”19px” header_font_size_tablet=”” header_font_size_phone=”” header_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” body_font_size_tablet=”” body_font_size_phone=”16px” body_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” z_index_tablet=”500″ body_link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_horizontal_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_image_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_image_tablet=”0px” global_colors_info=”{}”]

Looking for a fresh itinerary for your next trip to Amsterdam? Here’s 8 adventures for you to have in the city of canals, stroopwafels and craft beer.

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”//stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/De-Pijp.jpg” align_tablet=”center” align_phone=”” align_last_edited=”on|desktop” admin_label=”Art and Culture Trail” _builder_version=”4.16″ z_index_tablet=”500″ box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_blurb title=”For An Outdoor Art and Culture Trail…” admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.24.2″ header_font=”Ubuntu||||||||” header_text_align=”left” header_font_size=”16px” header_line_height=”1.7em” body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” body_text_align=”left” header_font_size_tablet=”” header_font_size_phone=”” header_font_size_last_edited=”on|desktop” z_index_tablet=”500″ body_link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_horizontal_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_image_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_image_tablet=”0px” global_colors_info=”{}”]

Head to the lively De Pijp district and discover local secrets in the city’s lovingly titled ‘Latin Quarter’. Sample craft ales in a former monastery at Brouwerij Troost, take in the nature in urban oasis Sarphatipark and feast on fresh stroopwafels at Albert Cuypmarket. To experience more of De Pijp’s culture, try our discovery trail that scratches the surface of Amsterdam’s arty offerings. It ends at the beautiful Museum Square where you can continue your adventure indoors and unlock secrets about the famous Rijksmuseum that you never knew.

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”//stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/AMS-beer.jpg” align_tablet=”center” align_phone=”” align_last_edited=”on|desktop” admin_label=”Dutch Beer” _builder_version=”4.16″ z_index_tablet=”500″ box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_blurb title=”For a Taste of Dutch Beer…” admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.24.2″ header_font=”Ubuntu||||||||” header_text_align=”left” header_font_size=”16px” header_line_height=”1.7em” body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” body_text_align=”left” hover_enabled=”0″ header_font_size_tablet=”” header_font_size_phone=”” header_font_size_last_edited=”on|desktop” z_index_tablet=”500″ body_link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_horizontal_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_image_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_image_tablet=”0px” global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]

We’ve all heard the tales of how good Dutch beer is..but where do you start? We’ve got you covered. On our Amsterdam East trail you will end your adventure at one of the most beloved, longest-standing craft breweries in Amsterdam. As a celebration you could try one of their seven standard beers, such as the IPA; Zatte, a Belgian blonde, and the IJwit. If beer isn’t for you, then you could also take the opportunity to try Jenever, a juniper-dominated spirit only really consumed by the Dutch.

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,1_3,1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”//stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/eastern-docklands-architecture.jpg” align_tablet=”center” align_phone=”” align_last_edited=”on|desktop” admin_label=”Eastern Docklands” _builder_version=”4.16″ z_index_tablet=”500″ box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_blurb title=”For An Off The Beaten Path Adventure…” admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.24.2″ header_font=”Ubuntu||||||||” header_text_align=”left” header_font_size=”16px” header_line_height=”1.7em” body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” body_text_align=”left” header_font_size_tablet=”” header_font_size_phone=”” header_font_size_last_edited=”on|desktop” z_index_tablet=”500″ body_link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_horizontal_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_image_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_image_tablet=”0px” global_colors_info=”{}”]

Amsterdam’s ‘rough around the edges’ docklands has been revitalised in recent years. Still sporting its industrial charm, abandoned warehouses have been transformed into co-working offices, tasteful waterfront restaurants and vibrant event spaces. In wonderful contrast to the canal district’s traditional tall houses, the Eastern Docklands has provided the city’s architects with a blank canvas to demonstrate contemporary Dutch design.

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”//stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/amsterdam-food.jpg” align_tablet=”center” align_phone=”” align_last_edited=”on|desktop” admin_label=”Foodie” _builder_version=”4.16″ z_index_tablet=”500″ box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_blurb title=”For Foodie Spots and Hipster Bars…” admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.24.2″ header_font=”Ubuntu||||||||” header_text_align=”left” header_font_size=”16px” header_line_height=”1.7em” body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” body_text_align=”left” header_font_size_tablet=”” header_font_size_phone=”” header_font_size_last_edited=”on|desktop” z_index_tablet=”500″ body_link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_horizontal_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_image_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_image_tablet=”0px” global_colors_info=”{}”]

Amsterdam’s Oud West has all the charm of a residential neighbourhood combined with the flair of the diverse and dynamic area it has become. Admire the concept stores on The Overtoom shopping street or catch an indie film at arthouse cinema LAB111. Its wonderful mishmash of coffee shops, street markets and speciality festivals is a treat for the senses, but the real adventure begins with taste! Tuck into some meat-free delights at Vegan Junk Food bar, sample indo-dutch cuisine by the canal at Waterkant and wash it down with ice-cold Asian cocktails at Happyhappyjoyjoy. 

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”//stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/DSC_0291-1.jpg” align_tablet=”center” align_phone=”” align_last_edited=”on|desktop” admin_label=”Forest” _builder_version=”4.16″ z_index_tablet=”500″ box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_blurb title=”For The Great Outdoors…” admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.24.2″ header_font=”Ubuntu||||||||” header_text_align=”left” header_font_size=”16px” header_line_height=”1.7em” body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” body_text_align=”left” header_font_size_tablet=”” header_font_size_phone=”17px” header_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” z_index_tablet=”500″ body_link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_horizontal_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_image_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_image_tablet=”0px” global_colors_info=”{}”]

Bike rides, boat trips and…baby goats? Yep, you read it right! A hike in The Amsterdamse Bos is no regular walk in the park. If you love exploring the wide open spaces of the countryside but you’re also not quite ready to wave goodbye to city life, then this is the forest for you. As you walk through the woodlands, you’ll discover an open air theatre, public swimming pools, a canoe lake and a biodynamic goat farm, where you can even take part in early morning yoga sessions with the animals!

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,1_3,1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”//stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/jordaan.jpg” align_tablet=”center” align_phone=”” align_last_edited=”on|desktop” admin_label=”Jordaan” _builder_version=”4.16″ z_index_tablet=”500″ box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_blurb title=”For The Charming Streets of Jordaan…” admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.24.2″ header_font=”Ubuntu||||||||” header_text_align=”left” header_font_size=”16px” header_line_height=”1.7em” body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” body_text_align=”left” header_font_size_tablet=”” header_font_size_phone=”” header_font_size_last_edited=”on|desktop” z_index_tablet=”500″ body_link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_horizontal_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_image_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_image_tablet=”0px” global_colors_info=”{}”]

Explore Jordaan’s charming streets on our self-guided culture trail. The area is well-known amongst locals for its independent boutiques, thrift shops and cute cafe spots, so it’s definitely worth spending some time in. A visit to Jordaan would be incomplete without tasting the amazing apple pie at Winkel 43, and you can wash these down at Vesper Bar with creative cocktails like the “Godzilla” or the “Blood.Fire.Beer”. To see a little more of this neighbourhood and learn some secrets along the way, try our Jordaan culture trail.

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”//stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/ams-alternative-centre.jpg” align_tablet=”center” align_phone=”” align_last_edited=”on|desktop” admin_label=”Alternative centre” _builder_version=”4.16″ z_index_tablet=”500″ box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_blurb title=”For An Alternative Route Through The Centre…” admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.24.2″ header_font=”Ubuntu||||||||” header_text_align=”left” header_font_size=”16px” header_line_height=”1.7em” body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” body_text_align=”left” header_font_size_tablet=”” header_font_size_phone=”” header_font_size_last_edited=”on|desktop” z_index_tablet=”500″ body_link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_horizontal_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_image_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_image_tablet=”0px” global_colors_info=”{}”]

Amsterdam’s centre welcomes millions of tourists per year, so it can be difficult to discover a new side to the canal district that no one has seen before. So once you’ve ticked Dam Square and the Van Gogh Museum off your itinerary, consider heading to Utrechtsestraat for food and drinks. Once nicely rested and fuelled, take to the streets of Amsterdam’s centre and discover one of the oldest houses in the city, the Hermitage museum and the ‘skinny bridge’! You can also discover a secret garden cafe on our alternative discovery route.

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”//stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/eastern-docklands-1.jpg” admin_label=”Multicultural” _builder_version=”4.16″ z_index_tablet=”500″ box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_blurb title=”For The Multicultural Side To Amsterdam…” _builder_version=”4.24.2″ header_font=”Ubuntu||||||||” header_font_size=”16px” body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” z_index_tablet=”500″ header_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” header_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” header_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_horizontal_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_image_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_image_tablet=”0px” text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” global_colors_info=”{}”]

Take a walk around the multicultural East side of Amsterdam. Spend a couple hours in Indische Buurt, where over 100 languages are spoken by the local residents. Here you’ll find a diverse mix of cafes, bars and hangouts that cater for the many young couples and students that stay in the area. Hop over to the Artis zoo, one of the oldest and largest zoos in Europe, and then stroll along the waterfront of the Eastern Docklands, where there is a growing and thriving creative hub with galleries, restaurants and the self-proclaimed smallest museum in the world!

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_shop type=”product_category” posts_number=”4″ include_categories=”8″ columns_number=”4″ orderby=”date” _builder_version=”4.16″ sale_price_line_height_tablet=”51″ z_index_tablet=”500″ title_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” title_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” title_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” price_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” price_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” price_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” sale_badge_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” sale_badge_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” sale_badge_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” sale_price_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” sale_price_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” sale_price_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_horizontal_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_image_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_image_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_image_tablet=”0px” text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_shop][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_cta title=”Ready for an adventure in Amsterdam?” button_url=”//stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/product-category/discover-amsterdam/” button_text=”Buy your city discovery game” _builder_version=”4.16″ header_font=”Palanquin Dark|500|||||||” header_text_align=”center” header_font_size=”30px” body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” body_text_align=”center” custom_button=”on” button_text_color=”#ffffff” button_border_color=”#ffffff” button_letter_spacing=”2px” button_font=”Ubuntu|700|||||||” button_icon=”=||divi||400″ button_icon_color=”#ffffff” button_alignment=”center” header_font_size_tablet=”” header_font_size_phone=”26″ header_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” z_index_tablet=”500″ body_link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” body_quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=”0px” body_quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=”1px” box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_horizontal_button_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_button_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_button_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_button_tablet=”0px” saved_tabs=”all” global_colors_info=”{}”]

Time to get playful!

[/et_pb_cta][et_pb_button button_url=”/blog” button_text=”Back to Blog” button_alignment=”right” admin_label=”Back to Blog Button” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_button=”on” button_text_color=”#5757ff” button_border_color=”#5757ff” button_font=”Ubuntu||||||||” button_icon=”||divi||400″ global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_button][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]

[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”intro text” _builder_version=”4.16″ text_font_size=”19px” text_line_height=”1.75em” header_4_line_height=”1.4em” text_font_size_tablet=”” text_font_size_phone=”14px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|desktop” z_index_tablet=”500″ global_colors_info=”{}”]

Whether you’re looking for a delicious cup of coffee, a nice place to work from, a spot to read your favourite book on a rainy day (those happen in Amsterdam!), or a comforting hot chocolate with a slice of cake – we’ve listed our favourite cosy places in Amsterdam.

[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_blurb title=”Flowers & Powers” image=”//stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/4-3.png” admin_label=”Flowers & Powers” _builder_version=”4.16″ header_level=”h2″ header_font=”Ubuntu||||||||” header_text_align=”left” header_font_size=”19″ header_line_height=”1.7em” body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” body_text_align=”left” header_font_size_tablet=”” header_font_size_phone=”” header_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” z_index_tablet=”500″ global_colors_info=”{}”]

We love flowers, and we love coffee. Needless to say, we’re fans of Flowers and Powers. In the middle of the lively Da Costabuurt area is where you find this colourful cafe. Sip your macchiato while choosing a beautiful bouquet for someone you love – doesn’t it sound idyllic?

Neighbourhood: Oud West

 

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_blurb title=”Back to Black” image=”//stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/1-3.png” admin_label=”Back to Black” _builder_version=”4.16″ header_level=”h2″ header_text_align=”left” header_font_size=”19″ header_line_height=”1.7em” body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” body_text_align=”left” header_font_size_tablet=”” header_font_size_phone=”” header_font_size_last_edited=”on|desktop” z_index_tablet=”500″ global_colors_info=”{}”]

This trendy coffee cafe, with a retro home-décor, hardwood floors and cute green walls is located near Spiegelgracht. A great place for a coffee break before/after visiting the Rijksmuseum or some vintage and antique shopping on Nieuwe Spiegelstraat. If you have a (business) date or just want a different spot for working remotely, it’s a great choice too. It’s also conveniently close to the end of our Pijp Discovery Game.

Neighbourhood: Centre/De Pijp

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,1_3,1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_blurb title=”Coffee and Coconuts” image=”//stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/2-3.png” admin_label=”Coffee and Coconuts” _builder_version=”4.16″ header_level=”h2″ header_text_align=”left” header_font_size=”19″ header_line_height=”1.7em” body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” body_text_align=”left” z_index_tablet=”500″ global_colors_info=”{}”]

You’ll be going (coco)nuts if you don’t have the coffee and pancakes at this cosy Amsterdam cafe! Located in de Pijp, it’s a great spot for casual meetings or just catching up with yourself.

Neighbourhood: De Pijp

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_blurb title=”The Coffee Virus – A Lab” image=”//stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/3-3.png” admin_label=”The Coffee Virus- A Lab” _builder_version=”4.24.2″ header_level=”h2″ header_font=”Ubuntu||||||||” header_text_align=”left” header_font_size=”19″ header_line_height=”1.7em” body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” z_index_tablet=”500″ global_colors_info=”{}”]

This cafe is a go-to option for art lovers, digital nomads and entrepreneurs seeking a spot to have coffee meeting. At the same time, it’s equally great for those who are particular about their coffee beans brew! It’s in Overhoeksplein in Amsterdam North (a free ferry takes you there), right next to the EYE Film Museum, so why not combine your coffee with a movie?

Neighbourhood: North

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_blurb title=”Rum BaBa” image=”//stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/5-3.png” admin_label=”Rum BaBa” _builder_version=”4.16″ header_level=”h2″ header_text_align=”left” header_font_size=”19″ header_line_height=”1.7em” body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” body_text_align=”left” z_index_tablet=”500″ global_colors_info=”{}”]

If you’re around Amsterdam East, head to the Pretoriusstraat for a cup of coffee and a tasty muffin at Rum BaBa. We love their decoration and the staff there is always smiling! If you want to find more cool places in Amsterdam East, like a brewery in a windmill and the city’s smallest museum, play our Amsterdam East treasure hunt.

Neighbourhood: Amsterdam East

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ z_index_tablet=”500″ global_colors_info=”{}”]

Written by travellers Tatiana Bernardes and Inês Lopes.

[/et_pb_text][et_pb_cta title=”Ready to unlock more hidden gems?” button_url=”http://stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/product-category/discover-amsterdam/” button_text=”Discover authentic Amsterdam!” _builder_version=”4.16″ header_font=”Palanquin Dark|500|||||||” header_text_align=”center” header_font_size=”30″ body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” body_text_align=”center” custom_button=”on” button_text_color=”#ffffff” button_border_color=”#ffffff” button_letter_spacing=”2″ button_font=”Ubuntu|700|||||||” button_icon=”=||divi||400″ button_icon_color=”#ffffff” button_alignment=”center” header_font_size_tablet=”” header_font_size_phone=”26″ header_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” z_index_tablet=”500″ saved_tabs=”all” global_colors_info=”{}”]

It’s gonna be fun.

[/et_pb_cta][et_pb_button button_url=”/blog” button_text=”Back to Blog” button_alignment=”right” admin_label=”Back to Blog Button” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_button=”on” button_text_color=”#5757ff” button_border_color=”#5757ff” button_font=”Ubuntu||||||||” button_icon=”||divi||400″ global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_button][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]

[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”intro text” _builder_version=”4.16″ text_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” header_4_line_height=”1.4em” z_index_tablet=”500″ global_colors_info=”{}”]

Though the Dutch cuisine itself might not be world famous, in Amsterdam you can enjoy food from all across the globe – and it’s super tasty too! From hipster breakfast spots, to street food markets and Dutch food as ‘mom’ would cook it – we’ve listed seven of our favourite foodie spots in Amsterdam.

[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_blurb title=”The Best Breakfast in Amsterdam: Bakers + Roasters” image=”//stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/1.png” admin_label=”breakfast” _builder_version=”4.16″ header_text_align=”left” body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” body_text_align=”left” z_index_tablet=”500″ global_colors_info=”{}”]

If you’re a brunch or breakfast lover, Bakers + Roasters is a must. This cozy Kiwi cafe offers a delicious healthy menu, including eggs, avocado toast (of course!), pancakes, and even a full vegetarian breakfast. You can complement it with a variety of coffees and freshly squeezed juices. As you wait for one of the lovely employees to text you when your table is available, you can enjoy the amazing view of the canals… What’s not to love?

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_blurb title=”Amsterdam’s very own indoor street food market: the De Foodhallen” image=”//stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/2.png” admin_label=”food market” _builder_version=”4.16″ header_text_align=”left” body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” body_text_align=”left” z_index_tablet=”500″ global_colors_info=”{}”]

One of you wants Asian goodness? The other healthy veggie snacks? Head to De Foodhallen, Amsterdam’s most famous indoor street food market. You can try food from pretty much anywhere in the world, with many options for vegetarians and vegans! Yay! You can also boogie while the live music plays, there’s bands performing every week. Oh and the cocktails (especially the G&Ts) are pretty great too! And since you’re in the neighbourhood, solve our riddles all around Oud West (this area) and find more local foodie and drinks spots!

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,1_3,1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_blurb title=”Meat lover? Cannibale Royale it is!” image=”//stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/3.png” admin_label=”meat ” _builder_version=”4.16″ header_font=”Ubuntu||||||||” header_text_align=”left” body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” z_index_tablet=”500″ global_colors_info=”{}”]

With four different locations across Amsterdam, Cannibale Royale serves super tasty ribs and burgers until late at night. This is a trendy, yet rustic-looking steakhouse you don’t want to miss!

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_blurb title=”Meat-less? That’s easy in vegan friendly Amsterdam” image=”//stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/4.png” admin_label=”vegan” _builder_version=”4.16″ header_text_align=”left” body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” body_text_align=”left” z_index_tablet=”500″ global_colors_info=”{}”]

Amsterdam has a wide range of wonderful options for vegans and vegetarians. The Meatless District is a must. For those seeking a 100% plant-based lunch or dinner, this restaurant serves sandwiches and their famous MD burger! Want to explore other (foodie) spots in this neighbourhood and learn about its culture? Play our Jordaan game!

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_blurb title=”Best Italian food in Amsterdam? Sotto Pizza or YamYam! ” image=”//stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/5.png” admin_label=”italian” _builder_version=”4.16″ header_text_align=”left” body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” body_text_align=”left” z_index_tablet=”500″ global_colors_info=”{}”]

Craving pizza? We LOVE YamYam in Oud West, especially the pizza topped with truffle oil. Though, Sotto Pizza is THE place in Amsterdam that serves pizza according to authentic Neapolitan recipes. Size and quality are superb here!

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_blurb title=”Breakfast, lunch, cakes, cookies? Visit Vegabond!” image=”//stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/6.png” admin_label=”cakes” _builder_version=”4.16″ header_text_align=”left” body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” body_text_align=”left” z_index_tablet=”500″ global_colors_info=”{}”]

Vegabond is both a lunchroom and a mini-market. They serve breakfast, lunch and, for those craving sweets, a wide variety of rolls, cookies, and cakes. It’s also a great spot to do your vegan ingredient shopping! Our Jordaan game passes by this spot. Play it to find more foodie secrets in Amsterdam!

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_blurb title=”Dutch cuisine in Amsterdam? Book a table at Moeders” image=”//stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/7.png” admin_label=”dutch” _builder_version=”4.16″ header_text_align=”left” body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” body_text_align=”left” z_index_tablet=”500″ global_colors_info=”{}”]

We love this place! Moeders is a restaurant with traditional Dutch cuisine. This small restaurant is beautifully decorated with photo frames on their walls – each with pictures of Moms in it. So, if you are looking for a cosy and informal foodie spot, head to Moeders, book a table online and have a Stamppot (mashed potato with sausage, or meatballs – veggie options available!)

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ z_index_tablet=”500″ global_colors_info=”{}”]

Written by travellers Tatiana Bernardes and Inês Lopes.

[/et_pb_text][et_pb_cta title=”Ready to unlock more hidden gems?” button_url=”http://stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/product-category/discover-amsterdam/” button_text=”Discover authentic Amsterdam!” _builder_version=”4.16″ header_font=”Palanquin Dark|500|||||||” header_text_align=”center” header_font_size=”30″ body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” body_text_align=”center” custom_button=”on” button_text_color=”#ffffff” button_border_color=”#ffffff” button_letter_spacing=”2″ button_font=”Ubuntu|700|||||||” button_icon=”=||divi||400″ button_icon_color=”#ffffff” button_alignment=”center” header_font_size_tablet=”” header_font_size_phone=”26″ header_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” z_index_tablet=”500″ saved_tabs=”all” global_colors_info=”{}”]

It’s gonna be fun.

[/et_pb_cta][et_pb_button button_url=”/blog” button_text=”Back to Blog” button_alignment=”right” admin_label=”Back to Blog Button” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_button=”on” button_text_color=”#5757ff” button_border_color=”#5757ff” button_font=”Ubuntu||||||||” button_icon=”||divi||400″ global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_button][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]

[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”intro text” _builder_version=”3.27.4″ text_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” header_4_line_height=”1.4em” z_index_tablet=”500″]

Are you looking for ideas for a family day out in Amsterdam? Get inspired by these seven activities for kids and their parents to have fun together in the capital of the Netherlands.

[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ column_structure=”1_2,1_2″][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_blurb title=”1. Get hands-on in museum for children” image=”//stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/blog-photo-correct-size.png” admin_label=”museum ” _builder_version=”3.22.7″ header_text_align=”left” body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” body_text_align=”left” z_index_tablet=”500″]To enjoy a fun cultural experience for “kinderen” and grown ups alike, visit the Netherland’s first children’s museum, Tropenmuseum Junior.  As the museum’s collection is guided by a principle of learning by experiencing, get ready for your senses to be stimulated. As you whet your appetite for discovery, have a go at our Amsterdam East: multicultural secrets game – you’ll explore the secrets of the neighbourhood by solving cryptic puzzles.
[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_blurb title=”2. Play hide and seek in the Amstelpark” image=”//stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/77-1.png” admin_label=”Amstelpark” _builder_version=”3.22.7″ header_text_align=”left” body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” body_text_align=”left” z_index_tablet=”500″]For some relaxed outdoor time, make your way to a picturesque park alongside the river Amstel. Once your kids run out of perfect hideaways in the hedge maze, they can visit a farm to pet and feed farm animals, play mini-golf, or take a cute miniature train across the enormous park. Grown ups can enjoy all of that too and you’ll be happy to hear there are several botanic gardens, a café, a restaurant, and two galleries on the ground as well.
[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ column_structure=”1_3,1_3,1_3″][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_blurb title=”3. Hop on the Pancake Boat” image=”//stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/73.png” admin_label=”Pancake Boat” _builder_version=”3.22.7″ header_font=”Ubuntu||||||||” header_text_align=”left” body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” z_index_tablet=”500″]

Need to break for some food, but there’s still so much to see? No need to choose – board the Pannenkoekenboot and enjoy tasty pancakes as you enjoy the views from the city’s famous waterways. For a set price, you can have as many pancakes as you wish, and we all know it’s not just the little ones who enjoy this delicious Dutch snack! 😉

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_blurb title=”4. Go on a playful scavenger hunt” image=”//stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/78.png” admin_label=”scavenger hunt” _builder_version=”3.22.7″ header_text_align=”left” body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” body_text_align=”left” z_index_tablet=”500″]

Who doesn’t love a good mystery? Turn your family into a team of adventurers following a path of riddles to unlock Amsterdam’s secrets at your own pace. Our top picks for families include a local culture riddle trail in Amsterdam’s Jordaan (can you spot miniature canal houses?) and a walking tour of the best local spots in Amsterdam’s City Centre (with a recommended break in the city’s most curious cafes). If you’d like to get a taste of the experience, try out a teaser game in the City Centre. You’ll be pleased to hear that rather than paying for each player, you only pay a set price for the team. Another great news is that if you don’t manage to complete the trail of riddles in one day, the link for the game is valid for two weeks from the moment you start playing.

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_blurb title=”5. Get exhausted with outdoor fun” image=”//stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/75.png” admin_label=”outdoor fun” _builder_version=”3.22.7″ header_text_align=”left” body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” body_text_align=”left” z_index_tablet=”500″]

From football fields to large sand pits, climbing slides and a range of swings, UJ Klaren playground has it all. Your kids will be filled with joy and out of energy by the end of playtime – perfect for a good night of sleep and a timeout for the parents 😉

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ column_structure=”1_2,1_2″][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_blurb title=”6. Unleash your inner geek” image=”//stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/76.png” admin_label=”Science ” _builder_version=”3.22.7″ header_text_align=”left” body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” body_text_align=”left” z_index_tablet=”500″]

If your children fancy scientific trivia, they’ll love visiting NEMO Science Museum. What’s on the agenda? Experiencing the Sensational Science, having a go at a Laboratory with lab coat and glasses on, or demystifying teenage hormone mysteries. Make sure to go to the rooftop of the museum (for free!) to enjoy the breathtaking view of Amsterdam.

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_blurb title=”7. Find hidden gems in a forest” image=”//stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/74.png” admin_label=”forest” _builder_version=”3.22.7″ header_text_align=”left” body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” body_text_align=”left” z_index_tablet=”500″]

Nature time! If you have a day to spare, take a trip to the Amsterdam Forest – also known as Amsterdamse Bos – located on the outskirts of the city. This large park is a perfect spot for a stroll and a picnic, but there are plenty of other activities to choose from: watersports, cheese farms, or even horse riding. And yes, you can play a discovery game there too! Turn this family day into a real adventure by taking the Amsterdam Forest: trees, pancakes and goats trail where you’ll find unique spots and intriguing mysteries (extra fun if you decide to cycle!).

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.27.4″ z_index_tablet=”500″]

Written by travellers Tatiana Bernardes and Inês Lopes.

[/et_pb_text][et_pb_cta title=”Ready to unlock more hidden gems?” button_url=”http://stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/product-category/discover-amsterdam/” button_text=”Discover authentic Amsterdam!” _builder_version=”3.22.7″ header_font=”Palanquin Dark|500|||||||” header_text_align=”center” header_font_size=”30″ body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” body_text_align=”center” custom_button=”on” button_text_color=”#ffffff” button_border_color=”#ffffff” button_letter_spacing=”2″ button_font=”Ubuntu|700|||||||” button_icon=”%%28%%” button_icon_color=”#ffffff” button_alignment=”center” z_index_tablet=”500″ header_font_size_tablet=”” header_font_size_phone=”26″ header_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” saved_tabs=”all”]

It’s gonna be fun.

[/et_pb_cta][et_pb_button button_url=”/blog” button_text=”Back to Blog” button_alignment=”right” admin_label=”Back to Blog Button” _builder_version=”3.21″ custom_button=”on” button_text_color=”#5757ff” button_border_color=”#5757ff” button_font=”Ubuntu||||||||” button_icon=”%%246%%”][/et_pb_button][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]

[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.27.4″ text_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” z_index_tablet=”500″]

Best known for the Dutch culinary classics – pancakes, herring and bitterballen – Amsterdam is definitely considered one of Europe’s top foodie spots. Although these are all extremely delicious, we shouldn’t forget the other tasty food that the city has to offer its visitors. Here are 9 of hidden foodie favourites in the city.

To enjoy more of the city’s undiscovered areas, check out our Amsterdam City Discovery games.

[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” column_structure=”1_2,1_2″][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_blurb title=”1. MONK’S COFFEE ROASTERS” image=”//stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/image-2018-10-04-22.png” _builder_version=”3.22.7″ body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” z_index_tablet=”500″]

We love good coffee. So we love Monk’s. Since 2016 this cosy café has been hidden next to Pantry Magic Medan. The secret of their popularity is a good quality service and fair portions. Locals don’t only come for the great coffee and cake, they also spend hours working from this lovely spot. Oud West is an up-and-coming district with a young, bohemian crowd and diverse cultural offerings, if this sounds right up your street then have a go at our Oud West game.
Neighbourhood: Oud West

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_blurb title=”WINKEL43″ image=”//stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/image-2018-10-04-23.png” _builder_version=”3.22.7″ body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” z_index_tablet=”500″]

The BEST apple pie in town is eaten at Winkel43. Located in a traditional Amsterdam-style house in the heart of Jordaan, it’s the perfect spot to enjoy a cup of coffee and apple pie with whipped cream on the lovely terrace. Explore more about this neighborhood with our Jordaan game.
Neighbourhood: Jordaan

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” column_structure=”1_3,1_3,1_3″][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_blurb title=”3. MATA HARI” image=”//stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/image-2018-10-04-24.png” _builder_version=”3.22.7″ body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” z_index_tablet=”500″]

Mata Hari is said to be the best excuse to visit the Red Light District and we couldn’t agree more! The building in which you find this cosy restaurant used to be a casino. Our favourite seat in the house is the couch near the window – it’s a wonderful spot for a cup of hot chocolate or glass of red wine on a cold day. When the sun is out, come here for lunch or a beer by the canal! The reasonably-priced menu is Mediterranean with a Dutch twist and they use seasonal products here.
Neighbourhood: Centre / Red Light District

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_blurb title=”4. CLONE 42″ image=”//stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/DSC_0234.jpg” _builder_version=”3.22.7″ body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” z_index_tablet=”500″]

One of the most wonderful wine bars in Amsterdam! Clone 42 is located in the centre of the city, and it’s actually inside a gorgeous canal house! The owners say: ‘We believe that wines should be approachable to people from all ages and all walks of life.’, so at Clone42, they have an extensive wine list! The team also know a lot about their wines, so ask them anything. If wine isn’t your thing, they serve craft beers too – and have a small menu for plates to compliment your drinks.
Neighbourhood: Centre / Canal Belt

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_blurb title=”5. BROUWERIJ HET IJ” image=”//stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/Brouwerij-t-ij-e1538923951378.jpg” _builder_version=”3.22.7″ body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” z_index_tablet=”500″]

A brewery and bar inside a windmill! This is one of our favourite spots for locally brewed beers. A little out of the centre, in the Eastern part of the city, but worth the bike ride! Even if just for its wonderfully sunny terrace too. Check out our Amsterdam City Centre big adventure or our Amsterdam City Centre Discovery teaser games.
Neighbourhood: East

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.27.4″ z_index_tablet=”500″]

[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” column_structure=”1_3,1_3,1_3″][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_blurb title=”6. STADSPALEIS” image=”//stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/image-2018-10-04-28.png” _builder_version=”3.22.7″ body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” z_index_tablet=”500″]

The cutest spot in town! Stadspaleis is a short distance away from Dam Square and it’s a tiny café that looks like it has come straight from a fairytale. The café itself only has two tables inside but the outdoor sitting area is larger, making it a great spot for a Spring or Summer day. They serve delicious sandwiches, salads and soups here! Find out more about our City Centre Discovery game.
Neighbourhood: Centre

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_blurb title=”7. SINGEL 404″ image=”//stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/image-2018-10-04-27.png” _builder_version=”3.22.7″ body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” z_index_tablet=”500″]

Filling sandwiches at a very affordable price, right in the centre, along the canals! This is one of our favourite spots for lunch. You might have to wait for a table for a short while, but it’s worth the visit.
Neighbourhood: Centre / Canal Belt

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_blurb title=”8. NOORDERPARKBAR ” image=”//stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/image-2018-10-04-29.png” _builder_version=”3.22.7″ body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” z_index_tablet=”500″]

Noorderparkbar is on only open during Spring and Summer, however, it’s a great place to escape the hustle and bustle of the city. As the name of this small bar tells, it’s located in Noorderpark and the building is made of material found from Martkplaats (our local Ebay/website for selling second hand items) or donated.
Neighbourhood: Noord (it requires a free ferry ride!)

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” column_structure=”1_3,1_3,1_3″][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_blurb title=”9. PANCAKES.AMSTERDAM” image=”//stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/image-2018-10-04-30.png” _builder_version=”3.22.7″ body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” z_index_tablet=”500″]

Everyone who visits Amsterdam needs to try pancakes or poffertjes – mini pancakes you find at nearly every street market or right here at Pancakes.Amsterdam. It is a perfect place for breakfast, lunch and dinner and their menu has a large variety of pancakes, from a pancake pie to an American version. Their ‘pannenkoeken’ is slightly different than in other restaurants, they are cooked thinner and has a generous amount of savory or sweet toppings.
Neighbourhood: Centre. Jordaan. Noord.

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_blurb title=”10. RESTAURANT DE KAS” image=”//stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/image-2018-10-04-31.png” _builder_version=”3.22.7″ body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” z_index_tablet=”500″]

De Kas is one of the finest restaurants in the city! It offers truly unforgettable culinary experiences. Their menu is created daily based on what has been picked from the garden on that day, so your food literally comes straight from the garden to your plate. The building is a giant greenhouse from the 1920s, where during those days it was used as the city’s municipal greenhouse. Even though it’s a stylish restaurant nowadays, the spirit in the times gone by is still there.
Neighbourhood: Oost

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_blurb title=”11. CT COFFEE & COCONUTS” image=”//stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/image-2018-10-04-32.png” _builder_version=”3.22.7″ body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” z_index_tablet=”500″]

One of our favourite spots to work from when we’re out and about in the city. CT Coffee & Coconuts is a stylish three-storey coffee bar in old Ceintuur Theatre that attracts locals. Their retro furniture and brick walls create a relaxing vibe. Coffee and Coconuts is a perfect place to eat throughout the day, their menu has, for example, breakfast burritos and fancy cakes. If you are a coffee lover it’s a place to be too as they have a large variety of special coffees. Play our Pijp Discovery game.
Neighbourhood: Oude Pijp 

[/et_pb_blurb][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_cta title=”Ready to unlock more foodie secrets?” button_url=”//stg-secretcitytrails-staging.kinsta.cloud/product-category/discover-amsterdam/” button_text=”Choose your game!” _builder_version=”3.22.7″ header_font=”Palanquin Dark|500|||||||” header_text_align=”center” header_font_size=”30″ body_font=”Ubuntu|300|||||||” body_text_align=”center” custom_button=”on” button_text_color=”#ffffff” button_border_color=”#ffffff” button_letter_spacing=”2″ button_font=”Ubuntu|700|||||||” button_icon=”%%28%%” button_icon_color=”#ffffff” button_alignment=”center” z_index_tablet=”500″ header_font_size_tablet=”” header_font_size_phone=”26″ header_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” saved_tabs=”all”]

It’s gonna be fun.

[/et_pb_cta][et_pb_button button_url=”/blog” button_text=”Back to Blog” button_alignment=”right” _builder_version=”3.22.7″ custom_button=”on” button_text_color=”#5e5eff” button_border_color=”#5e5eff” z_index_tablet=”500″][/et_pb_button][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]