Amsterdam by Night: the best places to go out
Amsterdam is a lively city with countless options for a great night out.
Think of the various nightlife spots where you can enjoy delicious food and drinks, as well as theaters, clubs, cafes, and more. With such a variety of experiences available, there’s truly something for everyone.
Below, you’ll find a blend of different nightlife options at well-known and lesser-known hotspots across Amsterdam. We wish you an unforgettable night out!
What are the best clubs in Amsterdam?
Escape
The Escape is one of Amsterdam’s largest and most famous clubs, a staple on Rembrandt Square since 1986. With a combination of stunning light effects, great sound, beautiful visuals, and unique decor, it offers the perfect package for an exciting night out. Expect house and urban music here.
Panama
‘Panama is a unique nightclub in a historic building in the Eastern Docklands. On relaxed club nights, you can enjoy rising talent and famous DJs from both the Netherlands and abroad. This is the place to be for techno and house fans!
Warehouse Elementenstraat
What started with organizing the first illegal gabber raves in Amsterdam has grown into one of the best spots for electronic music in the Netherlands. Located in an old nut factory, this nightclub feels a bit like an indoor festival. More about Warehouse Elementstraat
Shelter
Located in the basement of the A’DAM Tower in Amsterdam North, Shelter is an underground club focused on music, especially Amsterdam’s vibrant dance scene. Many techno legends try out their newest tracks here. Fun fact: during the day, you can play VR games here. Fun fact! during the day, you can play VR games here.
Radion
In this former dental building in Amsterdam Nieuw-West, you can party until sunrise on weekends. Besides parties, there’s space for theater and dance performances, debates, lectures, and film nights. At this industrial-chic café with a terrace, you can also enjoy a burger or pizza. At Radion you can find a unique mix of dining, music, and culture awaits.
Paradiso
Originally built as a church for the Vrije Gemeente in 1879, this venue has been a remarkable music hall since 1968. It’s a world-famous spot where legendary performances by bands like Arctic Monkeys, UB40, Guns N’ Roses, Nirvana, David Bowie, and the Red Hot Chili Peppers have taken place. Paradiso’s extensive program makes it well worth a visit.
Chin Chin Club
The Chin Chin Club is currently one of the most popular clubs. You can enjoy delicious Asian fusion dishes and cocktails before the restaurant transforms into a club where you can dance to hip-hop late into the night.
What are the best cafés in Amsterdam?
Café Nol
In the Jordaan, one of the truly old-fashioned neighborhoods of Amsterdam, you’ll find Café Nol. “Café Nol is always a good time,” say the owners. The interior is all red, with ornaments, lace, and lots of plush. Here, you can sing along to traditional Amsterdam songs every Thursday night. Highly recommended if you want to experience a real Mokum café.
Café Bubbels
Close to Leidseplein, Café Bubbels is always busy, with the lively bar staff playing a mix of music to suit everyone. With a young crowd and a lively atmosphere, Bubbels is a great place to visit. Tip: on weekdays, there are fewer tourists than on weekends, making it even more enjoyable.
What are the best theaters and cinemas in Amsterdam?
Tuschinski
Enjoy an evening out in Art Deco style at the Pathé Tuschinski cinema in the city center. This building, with a history dating back to the 1920s, was even named “the most beautiful cinema in the world” by the British cultural magazine Time Out in 2021. Tip: take the daily audio tour to learn more about its history.
Kleine Komedie
As Amsterdam’s oldest theater, built in 1786, the Kleine Komedie initially served the French elite. Today, however, it’s a mid-sized theater with 500 seats, showcasing upcoming and established talent. Keep an eye on the program for an entertaining evening.
Tapas Theater Scala
For a unique night out, the Tapas Theater offers an original experience. You create your own program with a choice of music, theater, or comedy in various small rooms. Watch two to three short, twenty-minute performances. And when you’re ready for a snack or drink, head to the food bar to enjoy an assortment of small dishes.
Nobel Mortgages
The staff at Nobel Hypotheken can also tell you all about Amsterdam’s nightlife. Drop by their office at Jacob van Lennepkade 296 and ask them about their favorite club or theater. They might even be able to help you with any questions about your current or new mortgage.
We’re happy to assist you by providing high-quality financial advice and thinking along with you on all fronts. We always go the extra mile for our (potential) clients, truly analyze all possibilities and, when necessary, always think outside the box. In this way, we ensure that we can achieve what others cannot.
In other words, we are fully dedicated to helping you obtain the best mortgage or loan that suits you perfectly and, of course, aligns completely with your situation and preferences.
Do you also want an advisor who looks outside the box and really analyzes all the possibilities for you? Then contact our experienced and enthusiastic team soon. We are available to you 24 hours a day with the utmost commitment and sincere attention. An email can easily be sent to info@nobelhypotheken.nl or call or text at 06-54770122.
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