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Amsterdam Walks by area - Lulu's Leafy Walks

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Quiet, green, circular walks on clear maps in Garden City Amsterdam, organized by area.

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By Audrey Sykes in Amsterdam-

Tipping abroad can be confusing, especially when you're on a whirl-winded European trip that takes you into and out of different countries with different customs. Often travelers tip too much, or to little, and rarely the right amount at the right time.

How much should you tip in Amsterdam? Learn from the locals and follow these general guidelines:
Hospitality has a healthy wage
The restaurant and hospitality industry in the Netherlands represents a well-paid group of workers. They're usually students, and if they're considerably older chances are they own the place.

Regardless, minimum wage at cafes, restaurants and bars is well above that in North America (usually more than double), so servers do not live off of tips. In fact, many don't expect anything beyond coins left on the table. Hence the lack of fast, positive and friendly customer service here: They're simply doing their job.
Ten percent rule for nice restaurants
Eating out, for the Dutch, isn't as common as it is in North America. It's not as cheap (due to low demand), and the idea of a restaurant is reserved for special occasions (friends in town, celebrations, etc.).

Knowing that, don't expect happy hours, "early bird" specials or daily deals. And if you find them, chances are it's a tourist restaurant (which is not a bad option if you're looking for a cheap dinner). Authentic, delicious dishes are reserved for cafes with three-course meals, charming canal-side ambiance and patient customers who take their time when dining.

For a tip at these fine dine establishments, hover around the 10 percent mark. It's easy math, and the fine dining experience justifies the little extra spent on a tip.
Not one buck at the bar
When ordering any drink at a bar or a café, don't tip. It might feel wrong at first and it takes some getting used to. But unless you're at a high-end cocktail bar, servers only expect a little extra tip if it benefits the team. (Most places pool tips and split after a day, a week, a month; or they save up yearly and splurge on a party.)

If you're a group of two or more sitting down for a drink, and you feel guilty for not throwing something on the side, the general rule is this: Take the total and round up to the nearest euro. It might be a mere 30 cents, but it will relieve the server from fishing around for change (and they'll be thankful).
"Going Dutch"
One joke I heard from an expat about her dating experience with the Dutch summed it up pretty well: "The Dutch are like birds... cheap, cheap, cheap!" Alright it's not that bad, but most Dutchies know they have a culture that leans on the thrifty side of life. The term "going Dutch" has a hint of truth, although many locals will say this view is long passe.

Regardless, I'd be fibbing if I said I've never split the bill with my local buddies. That's how it usually goes even on dates, even for one round of Heineken. I've even received emails and Facebook messages with bank account details so I could transfer them an easy €10! So, relax and don't be afraid to split the bill!
Final "tip"
Simply put, go easy on the tipping. If you really want to impress a server with generosity, cover the entire bill for your party, and have someone else worry about the tip!

Note: This goes for tipping in drinking and dining establishments only. Hotels, tour guides, taxi drivers and the like have their own tipping tradition, which will be covered in a later post.

For additional "tips" on what to see and do in Amsterdam, click here.

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Tipping in Amsterdam: How much to tip in restaurants, bars and cafes | EuroCheapo

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By Audrey Sykes in Amsterdam- Tipping abroad can be confusing, especially when you're on a whirl-winded European trip that takes you into and out of different countries with different customs. Often travelers tip too much, or to little, and rarely the right amount at the right time.

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Weekdays: 28% discount on regular parking rate. The current parking rate is €2.00 per 20 minutes.
Weekend: €15.00 for 24 hours, with a minimum parking duration of 4 hours. Rate ends on Sunday, midnight.
Discount tickets are available at the coffee houses at the Albert Cuyp market.

Day at the Albert Cuyp market and parking your car in the Apcoa Garage Heinekenplein? You should get your discount ticket at one of the coffee houses at the market and park at a discounted rate!
At APCOA PARKING Heinekenplein you can park your car on Saturday (full day) for just €15.00.
This rate is valid on any Saturday. It starts after you've parked for 4 hours and is valid up until a maximum of 24 hours after entering the parking garage.

APCOA PARKING Heinekenplein can be found in the centre of Amsterdam, at walking distance from the Albert Cuyp market.

Eerste van der Helststraat 6
1072 NV Amsterdam
T 020 - 470 08 88

Opened 24/7 Monday to Sunday
You can enter and exit this garage 24 hours a day.

Number of parking spots: 259
Clearance in meters: 2.00

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Weekdays: 28% discount on regular parking rate. The current parking rate is €2.00 per 20 minutes. Weekend: €15.00 for 24 hours, with a minimum parking duration of 4 hours. Rate ends on Sunday, midnight. Discount tickets are available at the coffee houses at the Albert Cuyp market.

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Volkshotel Amsterdam Centre | Hotel / Club / Restaurant - Affordable rooms with a creative & industrial design

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On our website you'll always find the best rate to book your hotel room. Volkshotel is a creative place where there's life 24/7.

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This city has many secrets, and some of them are places you can visit! These Amsterdam secrets are sitting in plain sight but even some locals haven't discovered them all yet. Here are a few of our hidden favorites.

Perhaps you have already been to some of these secret spots but hopefully there are at least one or two that are yet to be explored. Enjoy!

Definitely one of Amsterdam's best kept secrets, you may never have noticed de Hollandsche Manege unless you happened to smell horses when cruising Overtoom on a hot summer day. This horse stable and equestrian school is located right next to Vondelpark. But what if you aren't really interested in riding a horse? Well, de Hollandse Manege also has a beautiful bar on the second floor! You can sip a coffee or beer while watching the horses and riders. How cool is that?

Check out this video from Amsterdam Calling to experience this secret gem:

Taste Argentinian wine under Amsterdam's Nieuwe Kerk at The Wine Cellar. This cozy location is located below ground at the side of the historic church. To get inside you have to go through a cookie shop and down a spiral staircase. Make a reservation if you'd like to sip delicious wines with your friends in this unique location.

If you like the idea of drinking or dining in hidden parts of a church, check out Koffieschenkerij de Oude Kerk.

What's more secret and underground than an actual bunker? The Vondelbunker is hidden under a bridge in Vondelpark and hosts a variety of interesting counterculture activities and events including concerts, cinema nights, art exhibits and dinners. There is even a micro beer brewery located here called Bunkerbier. And yes this is an actual bomb shelter from the Cold War. There are many more scattered around Amsterdam, the ultimate secret places.

Amsterdam's newest park, Schellingwouderpark, is still undiscovered by many Amsterdammers. Maybe part of the reason for that is because it is only reachable by a little boat! It's located near the end of the charming Nieuwendammerdijk in Amsterdam Noord. Take a picnic and check out the views over Het IJ or go swimming in the summertime.

I actually discovered the area by accident one day when exploring Amsterdam Noord by bicycle. We ended up crossing the river over the Oranjesluizen. Which are also very interesting to check out if you are interested in ships and engineering.

Goats. A whole bunch of goats. There is a biodynamic goat farm in the middle of Amsterdamse Bos where you can interact with the animals and buy farm fresh products including milk, cheese, meat, honey and eggs. Geitenboerderij Riddammerhoeve is a great place to spend an hour or two and come home with the freshest food. While you are there be sure to try the goat milk ice cream, it's delish! Another favorite hidden farm is Buurtboerderij Ons Genoegen next to Westerpark, have you discovered it yet?

't Nieuwe Diep is well-known to some and a complete secret to many. This distillery and bar is housed in an old pump house hidden in the middle of Flevopark in Amsterdam Oost. They make their own jenever and sell beer, soda and snacks. The pretty little house sits on the edge of a pond with trees all around and is the perfect place for a relaxed drink outside in the spring and summer. If you are looking for something in West you can check out De Liefde. Or perhaps take a look at our list of favorite garden cafes in Amsterdam.

If we're going to talk about hidden places we have to mention Ons Lieve Heer op Solder, the 17th century house with a secret Catholic church in the attic. The building is now a wonderful museum where you can visit the original canal house and the old church. They even hold regular Sunday mass here.

A fascinating place where art, science, culture and technology meet, Mediamatic is located just a hop skip and jump from Amsterdam Centraal. They have a big greenhouse and all kinds of innovative projects, exhibitions and events happening all the time. Are you into urban gardening? Check out their big shop. It's a great place to experience weird and wonderful things and is a bit of a hidden secret that many people have not yet discovered. Want to learn how to make kimchi, brew beer or build an aquaponics farm? Check out their agenda and sign up. Sometimes we list their events on our calendar as well.

Perhaps you've had a drink in the sun at Cafe Van Zuylen or cycled over the Torensluisbrug many times and never knew there is an old prison cell beneath your feet. This space has gone by the name Brug9 in the past and has hosted concerts and art exhibits. A few years ago UvA students squatted the empty space and used it for dinners, debates, pirate radio broadcasts and film nights. Check their website for the latest information.

Make your way to Amsterdam Nieuw-West to discover a hidden place where you can get the freshest fruits around. How? Well you pick them yourself of course! Fruittuin van West grows all kinds of berries, cherries and apples and also has fresh chicken eggs that you can sometimes even gather yourself in the bushes.

The island in the Ijmeer known as Pampus was built as part of the Defense Line of Amsterdam in the late 19th century. Now you can visit the abandoned fort and sometimes even have dinner and drinks there during their special events. You can reach the island by ferry from Muiden or Amsterdam. In the months of November and December you can enjoy Winterlicht, an evening of locally brewed beer from the island, dinner based on seasonal products around a fire, and exploring the island and fort at night. So cool!

In the summertime, check out Zomerlicht!

A hotel room located in its own mini tower in a car-free neighborhood in West Amsterdam, that sounds pretty hidden to me! You might even pass this cute little building and not realize it is possible to sleep there, but you can! Hotel de Windketel was built in 1897 as part of Amsterdam's water works and is now a tiny hotel.

It's not exactly a secret but it is one of our favorite cocktail bars that every imbiber should discover. Located on the north eastern side of the city center, tucked in one of the loveliest neighborhoods in town, Hiding in Plain Sight is definitely one of the best cocktail joints around. Service is excellent and you'll feel you've come across a hidden gem.

If you're wandering around the Plantage area you might come across a little sculpture garden in a vacant lot. The sculptures are mostly made of metal, are a bit rusty and hide among the weeds and grasses. There's a kangaroo with a baby peeking out of her pouch, a dinosaur, a monkey and a lady among others. I first discovered this little garden many years ago when walking around the neighborhood near Artis. At that time the artworks were not painted (or repainted?) and charmingly blended in with the plants. There is a little sign that reads Zootje Petit Zoo but I have never been able to find out about the artist who created these fun creatures. Anyone know?

Another cool feature just a few steps away is the charmingly named colorful Nijlpaardenbrug (hippo bridge).

You cannot go inside their doors but make sure you you take the time to spot these mini houses. Should we tell you where to look or do you want to try to find them yourself? Hint: they are somewhere near the Noordermarkt.

These mini houses have a sweet story. If you look carefully you will notice that the addresses on the street jump from to 70 to 54. A local advertising agency, Natwerk, thought that was odd and needed a fix. So they installed these mini houses to account for the missing addresses.

Who do you think lives in these tiny buildings? Perhaps that is a secret for another time.

We hope you enjoyed learning about some of Amsterdam's secret places. Do you know an amazing secret place in Amsterdam? Get in touch with us on social media and tell us about it!
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Hidden Horses of Amsterdam- de Hollandsche Manege

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Exploring new corners of the city

The waterways, bridges and bicycles of Amsterdam's historic centre are iconic, but venture further in any direction outside of the canal ring and you'll find a whole world more to explore. From quirky shops and annual cultural festivals to top restaurants or modern architecture, each neighbourhood has a unique personality and plenty of attractions to keep you busy. Browse the pages below to find the local hotspots and neighbourhood gems hidden in all four corners of Amsterdam.

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The waterways, bridges and bicycles of Amsterdam's historic centre are iconic, but venture further in any direction outside of the canal ring and you'll find a whole world more to explore. From quirky shops and annual cultural festivals to top restaurants or modern architecture, each neighbourhood has a unique personality and plenty of attractions to keep you busy.

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The official website of the City of Amsterdam in English.

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Welcome to the official Heineken® website. Discover our story. Explore our products.

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Rijksmuseum Amsterdam, home of the Dutch masters

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The museum of the Netherlands, in Amsterdam. 800 years of Dutch history, with the great Dutch masters as Rembrandt, Vermeer and Van Gogh.

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Skip the line. Book online. Buy tickets in advance to avoid the queues. Visit the webstore for special gifts and high-quality prints

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10 Best Gluten Free Restaurants in Amsterdam - TripAdvisor

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Best Gluten Free Restaurants in Amsterdam: See TripAdvisor traveler reviews of Gluten Free Restaurants in Amsterdam.

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SKEK is the cafe for students by students! Five college students started this cafe as part of a required college assignment. It has turned into a wonderful cultural eatery in the heart of Amsterdam that gives students the ability to exhibit their art work each month. Take your college ID. You may get a discount.

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SkyLounge Amsterdam offers you a panoramic view of Europe's most energetic capital! Bitterballen recommended.

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Burgers, Ribs, hot dogs, wings, etc.
Cheese fondue recommended.

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Bar Huf, burgers amsterdam, spareribs, amsterdam restaurant

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Huf biedt kwaliteit zonder afleiding. Wat je ziet is wat je krijgt. Open 7 dagen in de week. Late night dinner en altijd open voor een gezellige avond. Burgers amsterdam, spareribs, amsterdam restaurant

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Waterkant is geïnspireerd door de traditionele functie van een stukje in Paramaribo: ontspannen, verbinden en genieten. Dat karakter en die sfeer wordt door Waterkant in Amsterdam geïntroduceerd.

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De Drie Gradfjes (Lunch, High Tea, & American Bakery)

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De Drie Gradfjes (Lunch, High Tea, & American Bakery)

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Red Velvet Cake is recommended.

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Welkom bij De Drie Graefjes

Kwaliteit, service en home made - Dit is waar wij bij De Drie Graefjes voor staan. Al ruim 17 jaar serveren wij riante ontbijt- en lunchgerechten en zijn onze producten uit eigen American Bakery niet meer weg te denken uit Amsterdam.

In het prachtige centrum van Amsterdam heeft De Drie Graefjes zich in 2001 voor het eerst gevestigd achter de Nieuwe Kerk bij de Dam. Na de komst van de tweede lunchroom aan het Rokin duurde het niet lang tot de nieuwe, grotere American Bakery/High Tea area zijn deuren opende in het aangrenzende pand, het Rokin 130. De Drie Graefjes staat voor heerlijke lunchgerechten, ambachtelijke producten uit onze American Bakery en service met een glimlach.

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Kwaliteit, service en home made - Dit is waar wij bij De Drie Graefjes voor staan. Al ruim 17 jaar serveren wij riante ontbijt- en lunchgerechten en zijn onze producten uit eigen American Bakery niet meer weg te denken uit Amsterdam.

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This restaurant serves Fillets of Hare, Game Stew, and Venison Stakes! Have fun! Stamppot is recommended.

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Restaurant Haesje Claes. Open 7 dagen per week!

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Hotel V Nesplein ****, Amsterdam - OFFICIAL SITE - The Lobby Restaurant

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The Lobby Restaurant of the V Nesplein is a charming place to relax and enjoy a nice dinner. With a terrace, a small stage and an open wood fireplace.

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Try the Poffertjes

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The recipe is simple

the result divine

Quality beans

lovely coffee

Enjoy the world famous and tasty traditional Dutch delicacy in our unique historical venue situated on the Prinsengracht (Prince's canal), at a stone's throw of the Anne Frank House and the Westerkerk.

In our 17th century warehouse which used to belong to the Dutch East India Company (VOC), you can have dinner as well as a fast and affordable meal. In our open kitchen you can watch us bake heavenly pancakes, varying from a traditional Dutch pancake topped with syrup or powdered sugar, to our world favourites such as the Caprese with tomato and pesto. You can also compose your own pancake!

We are opened daily from 9 am to 9.30 pm. On Christmas Day we are open from 9.00 t0 17.30. During the summer you can sit outside on our terrace which is situated on the Prinsengracht.

See you at The Pancake Bakery.

Address

The Pancake Bakery
Prinsengracht 191
1015 DS Amsterdam
Phone. +31 20 625 13 33
Email. office@pancake.nl

Opening hours

Open daily from
9.00 till 21.30 hour
On Christmas Day we are open from 9.00 t0 17.30

Menu

Please click on the icon for our menu

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The Pancake Bakery - The Pancake Bakery Amsterdam

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The recipe is simple the result divine Quality beans lovely coffee Enjoy the world famous and tasty traditional Dutch delicacy in our unique historical venue situated on the Prinsengracht (Prince's canal), at a stone's throw of the Anne Frank House and the Westerkerk.

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Burgerbar Burgerlijk Amsterdams | Burger bar Burgerlijk Amsterdams

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Al onze ingrediënten komen bovendien van lokale leveranciers. Het zijn de perfecte ingrediënten voor een gezondere burger. We werken altijd met vers vlees dat dagelijks wordt aangeleverd. Zonder E-nummers en met een hoge voedingswaarde. Natuurlijk kun je een burger vervolgens zo ongezond maken als je wilt, maar in principe is het een gezondere burger.

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15 Dutch foods to try in Amsterdam | I amsterdam

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From mini pancakes to croquettes from a vending machine, Amsterdam offers the hungry traveller plenty of unique culinary experiences. Don't go home without trying at least one of these traditional Dutch foods.