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Address: Albert Cuypstraat, Amsterdam
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Bustling, vibrant, and a great source of local color, this century-old street market is a visual extravaganza. Not really frequented by visitors, it offers (both in stalls and on the sidewalk) a legion of goods, including ethnic foods, textiles, fresh produce, flowers, meats, and practically anything else imaginable....
Address: Singel Canal, Amsterdam
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If you've a green thumb or just admire those who do, you'll want to visit this extravagant 'floating' market, most of which actually occupies houseboats moored on the water. Cut flowers, bulbs, potted plants and the like are all available to beautify house and office, and even if you're traveling, you'll want to pick...
Address: Dam Square 20, Amsterdam
Thousands of folks marvel annually at this well-known attraction's realistic creations, modeled after modern-day celebrities and historical figures. The wax semblances are grouped across three floors in such vignettes as Holland's Golden Age, the Music Zone, TV Studio Backstage, and Sport Gallery. Videos and...
Address: Oosterdokskade 143, Amsterdam 1011 DL
Although a trip to the library might not be high on the list of things to do when visiting Amsterdam, do make time for this; it's the city's most visited cultural institution and just five minutes walk from Centraal Station. Although the exterior of the building (which opened mid-2007), isn't the most attractive, its...
Address: Herengracht 115, Amsterdam 1015 BE
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After a harried day working or touring the city, you'll want to indulge in a bit of cosseting at this sophisticated spa and wellness establishment. Its Art Deco interior was salvaged from a Parisian department store and surrounds patrons with stained glass windows, ornate bronze railings, and architectural details....
Address: Waterlooplein, by City Hall and the Muziektheater, Amsterdam 1011 NZ
On the site of a once-thriving Jewish market which ceased trading during World War Two, this sprawling flea market now occupies this enormous square. Coveted by locals but aimed at tourists, all manner of things are purveyed from trendy new club gear to second-hand clothing (including vintage gems and army surplus),...
