Places of interest
The surrounding area's exceptional infrastructure makes discovering Amsterdam simple. Take a casual stroll through Overhoeks Park or check out the shopping in the city's historical centre. The neighbourhood’s many cultural attractions make the Maritim Hotel Amsterdam a particularly good starting point for unforgettable excursions.
- Madame Tussauds Amsterdam
- Tulip Island: Vondelpark is the most famous park in the Netherlands, where you can pick your own tulip bouquet
- Undertake a boat trip by the canals of Amsterdam and marvel at the places of interest from the water
- Artis Zoo: Discover the oldest Zoo of Holland – It's a special experience. You will find animals from all over the world, a unique canal aquarium, a planetarium and so many other highlights
- Amsterdam Dungeon: Discover the 500 year-old creature's world of Amsterdam
- Science Center NEMO: Experience the world of physics, biology, chemistry and technology in exciting experiments
Shopping

From luxury shoppers to bargain hunters – Amsterdam is a real shopping paradise. Join the crowd and enjoy the ambiance by going on a lengthy shopping spree through Amsterdam's best-known shops, department stores and markets.
Shopping streets, department stores and markets
- PC Hooftstraat: You'll find the exclusive Hugo Boss, D&G, Ralph Lauren and Gucci outlets here
- Van Baerlestraat: famous Dutch designers, such as The People of the Labyrinths or Fred de la Bretonière have opened their shops for you here
- Damplatz: exclusive shopping in the de Bijenkorf department store – fashion, luxury items, as well as household articles are on display on 2 floors
- 9 Straatjes Quarter: Vintage dreams will come true – innumerable vintage shops stand side-by-side, and offer exclusive fashion from past decades – a "must" for all vintage fans
- Albert Cuypmarkt, Dappermarkt, Ten Katemarkt: these are the best-known markets in Amsterdam – here you have an enormous choice of low-cost food, clothing, books and much more
General shop opening hours in Amsterdam
Monday: 1 to 6 p.m.
Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday & Saturday: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Thursday: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Sunday: 12 midday to 5 p.m.