Location: Centrum
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Things to do in Amsterdam, North Holland Province: The Best Fun Activities & Games
This city, full of colorful homes, canals and bridges, is one of Europe's most picturesque capitals. Must-sees on any visitor's itinerary include the Anne Frank House, the Van Gogh Museum and the world's only floating flower market. Rent a bike and join thousands of locals navigating Amsterdam's labyrinthine streets, or just take in the sights on foot. For an unusual and memorable alternative to hotels, consider staying in a houseboat.
Restaurants in Amsterdam
1. Museumphoto
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 302 reviews
Step back in time over 300 years and get yourself pictured as a Dutch Golden Age masterpiece (The Milkmade, Girl with a Pearl Earring, Prince William of Orange, The Happy Drinker) or Rembrandt van Rijn in Circles. Send it home as a postcard, get it printed, or do it both. Extra: 18x23cm or 20x30cm enlargment. It takes less than 10 minutes. Since 1st November we moved to Eggertstraat 2. Only 10 meters from the Dam Square on the back side of The New Church. Take al look at our reviews! Dont miss it! Britt and Peter
Reviewed By JosieBee123
Highly recommend! They take very professional photos with lots of care and are fun and energetic, Popped in off the street and they were very accommodating. Photo came out awesome :)
2. Sherlocked
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1,454 reviews
Can you break into the world’s most heavily guarded vault?
Reviewed By magnolia04
Our family (with an 11 and 15 year old) has become obsessed with escape rooms. We love puzzles and being challenged and pride ourselves on having escaped all but one room (one of our first) and we’ve done almost 15 including Florida, Michigan, UK, and now Amsterdam. The two rooms here, The Architect and The Vault, are by far the best rooms we’ve ever done! After escaping The Architect (with barely over a minute to spare), we even changed our train departure to be able to do The Vault. It did not disappoint! Things we loved: Clear story even including some role playing by the hosts to really feel immersive. Huge rooms with a lot of atmosphere making it feel real and more exciting. The location is so cool and makes incredible use of the old building it’s in. Great puzzles with a wide range of types so you aren’t just unlocking 50 combination locks to escape. (We’ve done rooms like that and it gets very annoying and boring quickly). Puzzles that really force the team to work together even doing different things to ensure everyone is involved. Hosts that really make you feel a part of something special (the young gentleman who hosted us on July 19th at 10am for the Vault was absolutely FANTASTIC and we had a blast working with him. I wish I would have gotten his name so I could include it here.). Location is easy to get to in the center of Amsterdam. Cons: Only one: they only have two rooms. ???? I really can’t say enough good things about this place. If you like puzzles, like to be challenged, and want a great time then come here!
3. Escape Room Questomatica, Amsterdam
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1,058 reviews
Imagine that you are a hero of your own movie, but it is real. You do not need any special skills, just a team of 2-6 people and 90 minutes to become part of an exciting story full of unexpected twists, unique tasks and unusual riddles. This is an experience that Carefully designed setting, light and sound effects with thought-out details of decoration create a truly immersive atmosphere providing an experience that will be difficult to forget. Questomatica escape room offers 2 game experiences to choose: Wake Up! and Arcade Invasion. We recommend all our guests to book in advance via the website. This experience is available in 8 languages: Dutch, English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Russian, Catalan, Swedish.
Reviewed By GalyaTitova - Sofia, Bulgaria
Another good game in Amsterdam. This one is about games from the 90s. Excellent props, unique puzzles that require team play and a lot of fun. Team of two manage to did it for 53 minutes with a little hint.
4. Final Touch snooker & pool
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5.0 based on 39 reviews
For over 25 years, the best place to play pool and snooker in the heart of Amsterdam (only 4 minutes walk from Leidseplein). Situated in a unique canal house you play on top of the line snooker and pooltables. Staff and owners create a nice atmosphere were you'll will feel right at home. You can also play darts and one of the many boardgames!
5. Secret City Trails in Amsterdam
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 47 reviews
Secret City Trails creates meaningful moments of discovery on self-guided gamified walks. Explore the city by solving fun location-based riddles, getting to know curious stories and unlocking local recommendations. Experiences created for the curious by the curious. Think: unconventional sightseeing meets outdoor escape room experience. A great activity for couples, groups of friends and families, or team building. All our city discovery walks are created by locals, who know their city inside out - and happily share their favourite secrets and stories with you. Play at your own pace. Go off the beaten path.
Reviewed By Datsun123 - London, United Kingdom
We tried it for a company team building event in Lisbon and even though some of us were quite familiar with the surroundings, the app would surprise us with beautiful walks, while exposing some of Lisbon's many hidden gems. It was just about the right duration (2h) and difficulty level to keep the team excited and some silly interpretations going ;D After this experience, I think it's worth considering a replacement of the standard "best things to do" search here on TripAdvisor, with a "I want to be Indiana Jones" on Secret City Trails.
6. Madame Blue Delftware & Dutch Jewelry
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 47 reviews
We are the only Delft Pottery store with exclusive items handmade in store! We handpaint exclusive Delftware, design and produce original jewelry - much of it with traditional Dutch character. This is our satellite store from our atelier in Delft, so all the items we sell are either made in Delft or Amsterdam. Come and stop by to see our exclusive collection traditional Dutch gifts.. from antique tiles to silk scarves with tulip prints.. we got you covered for gifts for all generations. Hope to meet you! Holland / Dutch gift / Pottery / jewellery / Delftware / Handpainted / Handmade / Amsterdam / Delft / Ceramics / Silver / Made in Amsterdam / Giftstore / Museum items / Custom jewellery / Les Nereides dealer / Delft Blue
Reviewed By laurapL7889ES
I bought a bracelet for my sisters birthday here - a beautiful and original piece and my sister was very happy with it. The store owner is friendly and extremely helpful. Would recommend a visit here for sure!
7. MyEscape.Club
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5.0 based on 371 reviews
We invite you to play our escape rooms in Amsterdam. These are not rooms with locks and keys! We have carefully designed all elements of the interior to create an atmosphere of the scenario. And we have filled it in with exciting puzzles and special effects. Visit us and you will get your ultimate escape experience.
Reviewed By Bazooka1312
I played there both virtual reality games, Zombie warriors and Shmooter and had an amazing experience! Equipment is top notch and the people working there are very friendly and helpful. I really didn't expect that it will feel so realistic and exciting. After this experience playing normal games is just boring :) I highly recommend to give them a visit, you definitely wont regret it!
8. City Challenge app, city exploration game
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 166 reviews
Solve riddles, answer questions and discover the most beautiful locations of Amsterdam in a fun and exciting way. Unlock augmented- and virtual reality features to combine the real and digital world. City Challenge is a mobile app with city exploration games that you can start on demand. Choose between story-, trivia- or free mini games and battle the city in a unique way. Are you ready to play? Just download the app and start exploring.
9. VR GameHouse Arcade Amsterdam
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 204 reviews
Amsterdam’s first Virtual Reality Gamehouse right in the center near Dam Square! We are offering VR at the highest level in the heart of Amsterdam, making us the most affordable VR-experience center in the Netherlands. As we believe we should make it affordable and available for everyone to experience what we are offering. Discover our different experiences and games with your friends, family or co-workers. We offer single-player as well as multi-player games. Race each other in our full VR-racing machines with pedals, flippers and high-end steering wheel. Or play up to 4 friends at the same time, in the same world! Work as a team or fight against each other… We also offer private events such as: kids parties, bachelor / bachelorette parties, staff outing and so on. Flying, shooting, painting, bow and arrow, skiing and many more to explore… Mindblowing guaranteed! Come visit us at VR Gamehouse Amsterdam… Keywords: Best VR Amsterdam Best Virtual Reality Amsterdam
Reviewed By Markyb79 - London, United Kingdom
I booked a 30-minute session for 4. After a thrilling 5-minute training session which included walking a plank off the top of a skyscraper and flying around mountains, we played two games - archery as a team protecting a castle from attacking ogres, and 2v2 shooting. The archery game was a real hit for us. It felt very realistic and immersive. Would definitely try again next time we visit Amsterdam.
10. GoDutch - Dutch Costume Photo
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5.0 based on 12 reviews
You will dress up in typical Dutch Volendam costume with wooden shoes. The costumes are drawn over your own clothes, so no need to undress. Dressing up and wearing wooden clogs makes a hilarious moment and is an experience in itself. After dressing up our photographer takes multiple photos in our historic photo studio with original Delft Blue fire place. We print your photos direclty!
