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Amsterdam city guide

The Guardian's definitive city guide to Amsterdam helps you plan the perfect trip with information on hotels, travel, restaurants and activities across the city
  • Busy intersection in Amsterdam

    What happens if you turn off the traffic lights?

    When Amsterdam removed signals from a busy junction, it made journeys faster and interactions more pleasant. Now the approach is being copied across the city
  • Flying Pig Uptown Hostel, Amsterdam

    10 of the best budget hotels and hostels in Amsterdam

  • Amsterdam: 'This modern, stylish place is as real as the old canal houses' - video

  • the yawner gable stone, Amsterdam

    10 of the best hidden art and culture gems in Amsterdam

  • Dutch band  De Jeugd of Tegenwoordig

    De Jeugd van Tegenwoordig's Amsterdam playlist

  • 10 of the best pubs and bars in Amsterdam

  • 10 of the best boutique hotels in Amsterdam

  • 10 of the best books set in Amsterdam

  • 10 of the best outdoor activities in Amsterdam

  • 10 of the best cafes and budget restaurants in Amsterdam

  • 10 of the best high-end restaurants in Amsterdam

  • 10 of the best places to shop for bargains in Amsterdam

  • 10 of the best gig venues in Amsterdam

  • 10 of the best high-end shops in Amsterdam

  • 10 of the best independent galleries in Amsterdam

  • Clubup

    10 of the best clubs in Amsterdam

    Amsterdam Magazine journalist Arun Sood selects the 10 best clubs in Amsterdam