Amsterdam

Last Updated: Nov. 05, 2009

Tags: cities, europe, amsterdam, netherlands

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1. DO NOT go to The Grasshopper, it is a tourist type of coffeeshop with expensive greens and expensive drinks(tea, coffee, etc.). It used to be an alright place with cheap drinks and good pastrys but they remodeled and changed the menu and jacked up the prices so it is crap now. Contiki will recommend it but only because it is easy to find. If you are into smoking good stuff or exploring more of Amsterdam’s “sinful” side, go explore the city a little and you will find numerous shops with better prices and better product(The Grey Area, The Bulldog, Greenhouse, de Rokerij, Barney’s, just to name a few). The most important thing to remember in Amsterdam is that YOU ARE IN AMSTERDAM so live it up while you are there and enjoy one of the world’s most unique cities!

   travelguy posted on Aug. 02, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate

2. where do you stay for Easter in Amsterdam?? I’m going and curious on the accomodations and what to pack (suite case vs. backpack)

   Canmore77 posted on Jan. 21, 2009 Flag as Inappropriate

3. Amsterdam was absolutely wild! The booze cruise was awesome & the sex show in the red light district was pretty ridiculous. Try Baba for hash brownies and The Grasshopper. If you are open minded, you will have a wonderful time

   * Alexandria posted on Aug. 22, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

4. If you just want a bar to drink in (as opposed to a coffee shop) then go just out of the red light district. Beers in the red light district = 6 euro, out of it 2.50 euro. Plus you must try chips smothered in mayo and melted cheese!! So bad for you but oh so good!

   MrsTonkin posted on Jul. 30, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

5. Make sure that when they ask who is interested in going to the sexshow that you all raise your hands!!! funniest experience EVER!! everyone on my bus went and it was a riot!! ps: Grasshopper is the best bar!!!

   CanuckChick posted on Mar. 13, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

6. I am planning on going to France in Sept with my husband and best friend. We want to take a day trip to Amsterdam while we are in the North. Is a day enough to see it or should we do an overnighter? I want to see the red light district, cafes, Van Gogh museum and Anne Frank’s house. Any input is appreciated.

   Susan posted on Mar. 02, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

7. Amsterdam is an unreal experience!! you have to get a taste of the ‘Dutch Culture’ even if its not your thing! you have to experience it all, even the ‘live sex shows.’ it dont leave much to the imagination, but it is also entertaining and amusing….never look at bananas the same again though!

   rachel posted on Feb. 28, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

8. if you think the red light distirct is creepy at night you should see it in the morning.
   the hk experience is a must and get high b4 you do it, well worth it.

   space_monkey posted on Jan. 27, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

9. hahah oh the banana… if you go to the sex show, sit next to someone you don’t know… it gives you something to joke about later…

   sash posted on Jan. 22, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

10. what are space cakes? i’m going in the summer i’m intrigued
    and the banana?!
    do tell!

    tark posted on Jan. 22, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

11. Some other good coffee shops to check out:

    the “Original” Bulldog(the first ever coffee shop)

    the Grey Area(some of the best stuff)

    Magic(chill, a little hidden, internet access)

    Paradise(small, chill, right near Dam Square)

    travelguy posted on Jan. 19, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

12. Eww.. the banana!
    I had managed to temporarily erase that from my mind!

    marla posted on Jan. 18, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

13. Apart from watching the banana experience thats right I’m a girl, going to the heineken factory and eating space cakes you can go to Anne Frank’s house its like a museum but you go through her house its cool!

    Danielle posted on Jan. 11, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

14. Ive been told by a family friend who went to Amsterdam last year that Excalibur (a bar) is really great. Its got great music and atmosphere. Its in the red light district, got a great motor cycle display on the walls. thats one place i want to check out for myself. Its going to be a different world in Amsterdam!

    Aussie_Jacqui posted on Dec. 10, 2007 Flag as Inappropriate

15. If you check out the website http://www.heinekenexperience.com/ you will see that the Heineken Experience is closed until Summer 2008.

    Mike Contiki posted on Dec. 09, 2007 Flag as Inappropriate

16. how do u know the heineken facorory is closed?

    Explorer1081642 posted on Dec. 04, 2007 Flag as Inappropriate

17. yes,i agree,you dont want to be the last guy to eat the banana,haha.

    r.i.traveler posted on Nov. 29, 2007 Flag as Inappropriate

18. All I have to say is don’t be the last one to eat the banana.

    Travel_Guy83 posted on Nov. 29, 2007 Flag as Inappropriate

19. Just a heads up – the Heineken Factory in Amsterdam is going to be closed until July 2008, when it will reopen after a refurbishment.

    Mike Contiki posted on Nov. 24, 2007 Flag as Inappropriate

20. Amsterdam was awesome! Definitely check out the Heiniken Experience when ur there, its soooo worth it. The Grasshopper is a great coffee shop too, and it very centraly located. Also try FEBO, its fantastic!

    Joanne posted on Nov. 21, 2007 Flag as Inappropriate

21. A tip for people looking for a decent coffee shop.. if you don’t already know about it, you will because most Contiki travellers find out about it – its The Grasshopper. Ask a local and they should be able to tell you where to find it.

    efti posted on Nov. 16, 2007 Flag as Inappropriate

22. hahaha chopsumbong….. hahah what is it thats funny

    Ross 82 posted on Nov. 15, 2007 Flag as Inappropriate

23. CHOPSUMBONG?? sorry what is that

    steve posted on Nov. 14, 2007 Flag as Inappropriate

24. Most come to Amsterdam to CHOPSUMBONG, however its something to reconsider if you are alone? Or are you….? Thats just paranoia kicking in!

    PaulWormsbacher posted on Nov. 02, 2007 Flag as Inappropriate

25. Yeah I think I would rather spend my time at the Heineken Brewery where the beer flows like gold. Oh yeah, and dont be an idiot like me and try to steal a commemorative Heineken glass, cuz they give you one when you leave!

    BigVicSlick posted on Oct. 16, 2007 Flag as Inappropriate

26. Remember that cyclists have the right-of-way over pedestrians. Respect the culture and don’t linger on the bike path! Move out of the way if a cyclist is approaching -they come up pretty quick!

    scuba_Nikki posted on Oct. 16, 2007 Flag as Inappropriate

27. The dutch are not big fans of eating out in restaurants so the restaurants tend to be a little pricey. Buy some fresh fruit and cheese and have a picnic by a canal or in the park instead!

    paigeslovesyou! posted on Oct. 12, 2007 Flag as Inappropriate

28. When I lived in Amsterdam I rode my bike everywhere I went. Renting bikes is really simple and really affordable.

    paigeslovesyou! posted on Oct. 12, 2007 Flag as Inappropriate

29. OMG….Amsterdam and space cakes. Loved Amsterdam, but the space cakes? Whoa remind me to NEVER do that one again.
    How could something so tasty be so catastrophic to my brain?
    I think I hid in a corner of a closet for like 6 hours.

    paigeslovesyou! posted on Oct. 10, 2007 Flag as Inappropriate

30. It’s probably even creepier after a few space cakes!

    mattyvcontiki posted on Oct. 06, 2007 Flag as Inappropriate

31. If you go to the red light district, go with a group of friends … otherwise it’s a bit creepy.

    DanO. posted on Sep. 26, 2007 Flag as Inappropriate