Shopping – All our local tips

Our favorite Amsterdam special local shops, stores and malls. This is where our Amsterdam locals do their shopping… Amsterdam insider tips: always up-to-date!

BLOND Amsterdam (by Sophie Reitsma)

De Pijp is lucky to have the BLOND Flagship Store in it’s shopping area. This popular Dutch design can be found in almost every cozy, kitschy house in Holland. The huge cups and mugs for tea with happy, and mostly funny, paintings always turn a smile on your face.

Do you want something even more original? No problem. BLOND also does private orders! A personalized (hand painted) design for your cups, pots, bowls, or plates. Hand in a photo, and BLOND will characterize the image in a cartoon with bright colors, cookies & teabags, tree’s and flowers etc. Whatever you’d like!

Great for gifts, souvenirs, hilarious paintings, school supplies, and/or inspiration! Check their website to see it all (also available in English)!

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BLOND | Shopping
Gerard Doustraat 69 | De Pijp | +31204284929
Tue – Fri 10:00 – 18:00, Sat 10:00 – 17:00

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Concerto Amsterdam (by Gisela Clarke)

Like lots of people I have to admit I’ve gotten so used to downloading music that I hardly ever buy a CD. But step one foot inside this shop and you will instantly feel the urge to listen to and buy lots of CD’s. It’s really kind of dangerous!

The shop actually consists of five shops stuck together. There are different areas specializes in pop music, classical music, jazz, world music, rock music, dance music. And they also have a DVD section. Once you get inside you can easily spend hours rummaging around the special offers, special editions, and CD’s of artists you forgot existed.

In the DVD section they’ve got complete selections of all the great TV series you can imagine. When I walk around there I always start getting greedy and I really don’t know where to start!

The shop has lots of different little corners where you can withdraw yourself from everything else and just listen to music. The people in the shop all know a lot about all the different sorts of music so they can always help you further when you don’t know how to make a choice between everything they’ve got to offer.

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Concerto | Music, Shopping
Utrechtsestraat 52 – 60 | Canals | +31206235228
Mon – Sat 10:00 – 18:00, Thu 10:00 – 21:00, Sun 12:00 – 18:00

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Dappermarkt Amsterdam (by Gisela Clarke)

In the Dapperstraat in the Eastern part of Amsterdam you will find the Dapper market. The Dapper market is one of my favourite markets. It is one of the busiest and biggest markets of Amsterdam.

During the week and especially on a Saturday it is always crowded with people from all over the city, and also with people that come from outside of Amsterdam, to do their shopping or to just look around and meet up with friends.

I have been living in Amsterdam Oost since last summer and I am really happy to live so close to the market. Unfortunately I can only go if I have lots of time because shopping at the market does take me longer than shopping at the supermarket. This is because I always see so many different things I want to get that I easily wander around the market for an hour at least…

The market sells a great diversity of food like fruit and vegetables. Besides food you will also find flowers, clothes, shoes and anything else you might need. I usually go there for flowers and fruit and vegetables and am always amazed at how cheap it is!

I also love the fact that at the market all different cultures come together to do their shopping. It is a really multicultural place and it represents Amsterdam really well. It is also worth it to check out the different shops just off the market where you will find little supermarkets hat sell different foreign products. Also the market offers a diversity of different ready to eat snacks from lots of different cuisines. Another favourite of mine are the freshly squeezed fruit juices.

If you are planning to check out Amsterdam Oost, which I can really recommend you to do as it is a very lively area where lots of different cultures and kinds of people come together, you really can’t miss the Dapper Market.

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Dappermarkt | Shopping, Snacks
Dapperstraat | Plantage/Oost
Mon – Sat 08:00 – 17:00

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De Bakkerswinkel Amsterdam (by Gisela Clarke)

I never knew you were able to get good scones in Holland until I went to the Bakkerswinkel. Me and my friends met for lunch and started of having different kinds of savoury sandwiches which were all delicious. There is plenty of choice here and the ingredients used are tasty and fresh. The bread is nice and heavy so you are sure to be satisfied for the rest of the day after you get lunch here.

I have to admit that we were definitely satisfied, but we still couldn’t resist the temptation of ordering a scone as dessert. This was absolutely delicious. They have different kinds of scones, for instant with raisins, chocolate or cherries. They also have a wide range of different sorts of freshly made jam to go with it. Its really very good. And of course the clotted cream just makes it perfect!

De Bakkerwinkel also does high teas for which I think you have to make a reservation in advance. If you’re not that hungry you can of course also drop in for just a cup of coffee although I doubt if you can resist the temptation of all the cakes pies and scones around you!

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De Bakkerswinkel | Coffee & tea, Shopping, Snacks | Scone (jam&cream) € 3.50
Warmoesstraat 69 | Old center | +310204898000
Tue – Fri 08:00 – 18:00, Sat 08:00 – 17:00, Sun 10:00 – 17:00

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De Emaillekeizer Amsterdam (by Gisela Clarke)

In a street that crosses the Albert Cuyp Market you will find The Emaillekeizer.

Emaille is the Dutch word for Enamel. So as you can imagine this shop is full of it. Mostly cups, plates, teapots, bowls and many other kitchen utensils. All the stuff is very colourful and often painted with floral prints. Whenever I walk into the shop for a look around I always get a happy feeling. Besides the enamel plates and other kitchen stuff the shop also specializes in signs made of enamel. For instance house numbers, street names, and many other (funny) signs.

Despite of the name of the shop, enamel is not the only thing you will find.
There are lots of other things like colourful braided baskets in different shapes and sizes. You will also find funnily shaped chairs that look ideal for in the garden, in the park, or on the beach. And it’s not all. Except for al the things to fill your living room and kitchen, there are also things to decorate yourself with. Lots of handmade jewellery from Africa, made mostly out of beads and shells.

As I said I always feel happy when I visit the shop and I also get a summer vibe. This is mostly because of the music which is usually reggae-like. It won’t surprise you to hear the shop also sells lots of this kind of music.

All in all the combin

ation of colours, floral prints, a variety of different stuff and summery happy music makes this shop a nice one to visit. It is great for presents, and for all price categories. The combination of the somewhat old fashioned enamel and the original African stuff seems strange but it works wonderfully well.

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De Emaillekeizer | Music, Shopping
1e Sweelinckstraat 15 | De Pijp | +310206641847
Tue – Sat 12:00 – 18:00

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De Kaaskamer Amsterdam (by Gisela Clarke)

I can’t repeat enough how much I like cheese. This is why visiting De Kaaskamer is a treat for me. Looking at (and smelling) all the different sorts of cheese makes my mouth water…

I usually go here to get a delicious baguette for lunch. You can pick any sort of cheese or meat and other toppings and the baguette will definitely fill your stomach for the rest of the day.

The shop is hard to miss, you can smell it meters away. When you go inside you won’t know where to start! Luckily the personel is really friendly and they let you taste different cheeses too.

My tip would be to get yourself a baguette, and to eat it somewhere beside one of the beautiful canals. Then on your last day in Amsterdam head to the shop again and fill your whole suitcase with CHEESE!!! Enjoy!

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De Kaaskamer | Shopping, Snacks | Baguette € 5.00
Runstraat 7 | Canals | +310206233483
Mon 12:00 – 18:00, Tue – Fri 09:00 – 18:00, Sat 09:00 – 17:00, Sun 12:00 – 17:00

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Exota Amsterdam (by Sophie Reitsma)

The words ‘typically Amsterdam’, ‘funny fashion’ and ‘Exota’ can easily be mentioned in the same sentence.

Their own vintage label ‘King Louie‘ is sold internationally and a great success. You’ll find people wearing this label all over the Netherlands as it’s really recognizable. With the first store opened in 1985 the concept of ‘first class second hand’ was presented.

Brands as for example Carhartt, Kookai, French Connection are part of the collection. Accessories like key gadgets, necklaces, body cremes, belts and bags decorate the place with their happy colors and designs.

Service is extremely friendly, fashionable and happy to help with any request or advice.

A visit to this shop puts a smile on your face!

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Exota | Shopping | T-shirts from € 20.00
Hartenstraat 10 | Canals | +31206209102
Mon 11:00-18:00, Tue – Wed & Fri – Sat 10:00 – 18:00, Thu 10:00 – 21:00, Sun 13:00 – 17:00

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Feduzzi Amsterdam (by Gisela Clarke)

I had never heard of Feduzzi Mercado Italiano until a friend took me there to get some lunch. She had been there before and assured me that their ciabatta’s were delicious. And she is right! Their ciabatta’s are mouth watering.

I’ve made it my personal project to try out all of the different kinds. Until now all the ciabatta’s I have tasted were great but one of my favourites must be the ‘Cortina’. This one is with mozzarella and salami. They give you a choice between ordinary salami and spicy salami. I’ve tried them both and like the spicy salami the best. But be aware because it really is very spicy. That combined with the creamy buffalo mozzarella is an absolute treat!

Another of my favourites is the ‘Feduzzi’. This ciabatta is filled with creamy mozzarella, grilled aubergine, and delicious pesto. Writing about it makes me hungry!

Besides ciabatta’s they also sell loads of different ready to eat food like cheeses, meats, pasta salads, and other things. Also the shop has a wall with shelves full of different sorts of olive oil, balsamic vinegar, dried and fresh pasta, coffee and all different kinds of wine. The area the shop is in is quiet. There isn’t much happening there. People mostly just live there and there are a couple of shops and a few more bars and restaurants.

Still I would recommend you to go there because Feduzzi’s is really worth a try. I’m sure you will not be disappointed!

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Feduzzi | Coffee & tea, Shopping, Snacks | Ciabatta sandwich € 4.00
Scheldestraat 63 | Oud-Zuid | +310206646365
Mon 12:00 – 19:00, Tue – Fri 10:30 – 19:00, Sat 10:00 – 17:00

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Hartogs Bakery Amsterdam (by Gisela Clarke)

Hartogs Bakery is an institution in Amsterdam. Lots of people swear by this bakery and don’t get their bread anywhere else.

The bakery exists since 1896 and what makes it special is that exclusively wholemeal flour and no preservatives are used. Their fresh bread tastes so great that you don’t even have to put anything on it! They bake new bread a couple of times a day so you will never leave empty handed.

I’ve recently moved near to the bakery, and while I was cycling to work really early I noticed the bakery was already open, I found out it opens at seven in the morning! I know bakers always start really early but I couldn’t believe this.

So many people love the shop and that makes it always very busy. People usually queue up all day long and the queue usually goes till outside. But it is worth it.

Since less than a year the bakery has opened another shop just a couple of meters around the corner. In this shop (Hartogs sandwiches) they sell sandwiches made of their own delicious bread. The sandwiches are no nonsense, ham cheese, peanut butter etc. sandwiches. It is great for lunch or breakfast.

They also sell cold drinks and coffee but every thing is very simple and basic. Traditional sandwiches which taste so good because the bread is fresh, the sandwich filling is simple but good, and as I said it is all no nonsense. This makes it all very affordable as well.

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Hartogs Bakery | Coffee & tea, Shopping, Snacks | Loaf of bread € 2.00
Ruyschstraat 56 | Plantage/Oost | +310206651295
Mon – Fri 07:00 – 18:00, Sat 06:30 – 16:30

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IJhallen Amsterdam (by Gisela Clarke)

I must admit I’m not the best in bargain hunting. Every once in a while I try to do my best at flea markets or vintage stores but most of the time I have to face the facts: I’m incapable of finding the nice clothes in the midst of all the junk. Still I keep on trying because I do know people that do succeed and I can’t stand the idea that I might miss out on a great bargain just because I didn’t give it a try…

So I gave it a try at the IJhallen in the North of Amsterdam. Every month there is a huge flea market here where people sell mostly clothes but also other things. Everyone is free to rent a stall and display the stuff they don’t longer want to wear or use themselves. And for an entrance fee of 3,50 everyone is free to spend as long as they want to rummage around the piles and piles of stuff that are on offer.

The last time I was there the market was inside. But in the summer season it is an open air market, which is really nice. The stuff people sell is really very cheap so if you do have an eye for a bargain you rally can’t miss this.

You should visit this market even because if the fact that you have to take the boat over to the other side of the water where the north of Amsterdam is. Behind Central Station you can take different ferries which take you to different parts of the north. To get to the flea market you should take the ferry to the ‘NDSM-werf’ this is an industrial area that is quite interesting to have a look at. The trip over is nice to, and its free!

(Check the website for the coming markets)

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IJhallen | Shopping, Festivals & events | Entrance adults € 3.50
T.T. Neveritaweg 15 | Waterfront/North
Usually 09:00 – 16:30, check website to be sure

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Kaassie Kaassie Amsterdam (by Gisela Clarke)

There’s not much to say about this spot except that it is the ideal place to get something to get a ‘broodje’ (dutch for sandwich or bread roll) with anything you can imagine!

You can choose the sandwich filling of your choice which can be a difficult choice to make. They have about all sorts of cheese and meats you can imagine and since they’re really not expensive its the ideal quick lunch.

My absolute favorite is the ‘vitello tonato’: veal, tuna salad, capers and tomatoes all on one roll. Delicious!

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Kaassie Kaassie | Shopping, Snacks | Roll € 3.00
Eerste Sweelinckstraat 14 | De Pijp
Mon – Sat 08:30 – 17:00

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Latei Amsterdam (by Sophie Reitsma)

The unusual, unpretentious coffeehouse Latei is one of Amsterdam’s special gems. What makes Latei so special is that everything in it is for sale (the chairs, tables, cups, walldecoration etc.)!!

The second-hand 60/70s style furniture and other kitsch stuff give Latei its uniqueness. Old-fashioned but of good quality, messy but cosy.
On the background there’s always good music, mostly oldies / classics.

Visit Latei for a tasty nutritious (inexpensive) sandwich (the one with hummus and grilled eggplant is suberb!), a great cup of coffee (with organic milk), a healthy fresh juice or one of the delicious homemade cakes (the apple pie is to die for)!

In addition, you can also have a bowl of soup and on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays Latei serves Indian food. Three tasty versions (also a vegetarian option) for a very affordable price! They use fresh ingredients with great spices.

Haven’t seen enough vintage? Latei has a small shop just around the corner packed with old dolls, clothing, furniture etc. (Geldersekade 60-62).

Another plus is the free wireless Internet access.

Want to know about a fairly well kept secret of Amsterdam? This is it.

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Latei | Coffee & tea, Shopping, Restaurants (Intern.) | Indian dish € 8.00
Zeedijk 143 | Old center | +31206257485
Mon – Wed 08:00 – 18:00, Thu – Fri 08:00 – 22:00, Sat 09:00 – 22:00, Sun 11:00 – 18:00

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Marqt Amsterdam (by Bart van Poll)

Great supermarket with health and eco food, and much more! They have a lot of take away goodies! Nice spot!

The “Overtoom”, the name of the street, is getting more attractive. It used to be a traffic – jammed road. Now you can go there for fun, food and shopping.

A real good new Marqt for Amsterdam.

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Marqt | Shopping, Snacks
Overtoom 21 – 25 | Oud-West | +31204226311
Mon – Sat 08:00 – 21:00

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Nieuwe Hooghstraat, Jodenbreestraat Amsterdam (by Bart Verbunt)

If you decide to go shopping in Amsterdam there are some places I would advise you to go to, and some you should definitely avoid. The Kalverstraat, running from the Dam to the Munt, is one that fits into the latter category. It is always overcrowded and it is unlikely that you will find any shops there that you cannot find in another place in another country.

If you are on the Dam, don’t go there; take the Damstraat in eastern direction instead. After about half a kilometer it changes into the Nieuwe Hooghstraat, which is lined mostly with smaller clothing shops.

You won’t find any retailers from the big chains there, or in the Jodenbreestraat that crosses it at the end, but independent shops offering their wares to different niches in the market. You can find shops that just sell hats, designer shoes, equipment for jugglers, and so on. I buy most of my clothes in the second hand shops in this area.

If you know your way around you can go to a specific shop to find a specific item. It is perhaps more fun not to look for anything in particular. You just might come across that perfect piece of clothing, and if you do it is likely to be something that you wouldn’t easily find anywhere else.

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Nieuwe Hooghstraat, Jodenbreestraat | Shopping | Free
Nieuwe Hooghstraat, Jodenbreestraat | Old center
Depends

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Organic Food for You Amsterdam (by Martin Bradbery)

‘Organic Food for You’ is a nice small supermarket. You find it half way the Cornelis Schuytstraat in the Old South area. It offers a wide range of eco and biologic products and articles. I found a nice selection of biologic dynamic vegetables and fruits. The shop is offering a broad selection of Dutch and foreign cheeses. All kind of groceries, f.e. gluten free flour and much more.

There is also a selection of pre-packed ecological meats and meat-cuts. Fish and fish products. I personally love the selection of breads, rolls and loafs they offer. These are not house-made but are supplied by the in Holland famous ‘Vlaamsche Broodhuys‘ a bakery that is specialized in organic and natural baking of bread. And yes, they have wonderful and very tasty fruit juices, fresh daily. I love the place for those special, healthy products.

The third Organic has opened outside Amsterdam in the village of Laren (30 km.), so Organic Food is really growing!

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Organic Food for You | Shopping
Cornelis Schuytstraat 26-28 | Oud-Zuid | +31203795195
Mon – Sat 09:00 – 18:30

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Outras Coisas Amsterdam (by Maarten - Jan Meyer zu Schlochtern)

This is a nice little shop, with beautiful, original and refreshing bijouterie and innovative gadgets, small stuff and other things.

They also have beautiful linen bedsheets, wool pleads and special lamps. A feast to wander around, however they have very little stock.

They currently have a great new collection of lamps and spotlights.

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Outras Coisas | Shopping
Herenstraat 31 | Canals | +31206257281
Mon 12:00 – 8:30, Tue – Fri 10:00 – 18:30, Sat 10:00 – 17:30

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RAAK Amsterdam (by Sophie Reitsma)

Raak is probably one of the most popular shops in de Pijp. Not only people from Amsterdam, but also fashionsta’s from other cities in Holland come to Raak to provide themselves with fashionable clothing, items, jewelry, design interior, baby stuff and feminine shoes.

This small shop sells expensive wear, in addition to the exclusive jewelry.
Words to describe Raak are blond, high heeled, good quality, original, fashion, design, St.Tropez/Cannes, Chihuahua dogs and celebrities.

Within the Dutch fashion industry, Raak is also a well-established logo, promoted by several celebrities. Want to look your best? Raak is where you should go for the perfect cocktaildress! Ladies wear only…sorry guys.

Note: A bigger store of RAAK can be found at the Leidsestraat 79, a mini warehouse with even more shopping fun!

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RAAK | Shopping | Bags from € 80.00
Eerste van der Helststraat 49 | De Pijp | +31206704206
Mon 12:00 – 18:00, Tue – Sat 10:00 – 18:00, Thu 10:00 – 21:00

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Sir Max Amsterdam (by Maarten-Jan Meyer zu Schlochtern)

Sir Max has expanded – twice as big and three times more choice. I love it!

A jewel in shoes-land! It’s located in the 9 streets (check the 9 streets article).

This is the the ultimate for shoe fetisjhists. Brands of hand made shoes like Crockett & Jones, Santoni, Alden, Saint Crispin’s and Edward Green are here to be bought by willing customers.

Not cheap off course, so really for the freaks, dandies and lovers of good shoes!

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Sir Max | Shopping
Hartenstraat 2 | Canals | +31207076588
Mon 13:00 – 18:30, Tue – Wed & Fri – Sat 10:00 – 18:30, Thu 10:00 – 20:00, Sun 12:00 – 17:00

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Sissy-Boy Homeland Amsterdam (by Maarten-Jan Meyer zu Schlochtern)

“Here you buy a dishcloth, trousers or a nice roll”, says Maaike, one of the saleswoman of Sissy-Boy Homeland.

The furniture is partly new and partly ‘brocante’. The department ‘Daily’ has fresh biological bread and cheeses. There is Brandmeesters coffee (famous old Dutch brand) and various olive oils of Amsterdam known olive oil supplier Meeuwig (His slogan: Check your oil levels!). Last but not least you find clothing of Sissy Boy. I love the shop and her attitude to today’s lifestyle.

It is a visit worthwhile, also to see the this rapidly developing area of Amsterdam with modern architecture on the water-shores of Amsterdam.

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Sissy-Boy Homeland | Coffee & tea, Shopping, Snacks | Espressso € 1.70
KNSM-laan 19 | Waterfront/North | +31204181559
Mon – Sat 08:00 – 19:00, Sun 11:00 – 18:00

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Slagerij Fred de Leeuw Amsterdam (by Maarten-Jan Meyer zu Schlochtern)

Not the place for everybody, but a place for every Burgundian! What a selection of meat (Waguy), cold cuts, pâtés (home made), salads and sausages of all kind… They have professional and very friendly staff helps to make your choice(s). All the goodies and nice food is beautiful displayed, and brings the water in your mouth.

My choice is the Iberian pork and truffle sausages and the French Limoges Côte du Boeuf. This shop is a beauty for the eye and tongue.

They have the French and Italian fresh truffles, some as big as a tennis ball. Worth the detour.

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Slagerij Fred de Leeuw | Shopping | From € 10.00
Utrechtsestraat 92 | Canals | +31206230235
Tue – Fri 08:00 – 18:00, Sat 08:00 – 17:00

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South Miami Plaza Amsterdam (by Sophie Reitsma)

One of the Albert Cuyps hidden gems: South Miami Plaza offers everything what you haven’t thought of yet. Do you think you’ve seen/heard it all…explore your world here!

Music styles varying from Dutch and World to Blues and Rock, a never ending offer.

Wherever you look, special offers are a daily matter. 5 Dvds for 10 euros is not uncommon. Ok, don’t expect to find the newest released films and cds here…but you may find your lost samples of famous oldies or for example the Beatles in concert.  To complete your collection they also sell posters and cards of pop, tv, and filmstars.

The place does look like an old dump store, full of cheap, dusty cds, dvds, vinyl, video’s etc. But that shouldn’t hold you back. Be patient and you’ll bump into one favorite after another, and all this for the lowest prices ever!

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South Miami Plaza | Music, Shopping | DVD € 5.00
Albert Cuypstraat 116 B/C | De Pijp | +31206622817
Mon – Sat 10:00 – 18:00

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Spoiled Amsterdam (by Gisela Clarke)

If you want to go shopping you should pay a visit to Spoiled. You will definitely be spoilt for choice. I love shopping in the 9 streets and this shop is one of my favourites. I can’t say I always buy something (since it can be quite expensive) but I do definitely always see things I really want to buy. Sometimes I spoil myself and other times I just wait until the sale when lots of the clothes are very reasonably priced.

They have a really good collection of clothes for men, women and even children (very trendy little children). Lots of different known and less known designer brands will make it difficult for you to choose.

But the people who work in the shop know a lot about what they are selling so they will be a good help. especially if you are looking for a pair of jeans you’re in the right place here. They really specialize in jeans and have lots of different types. In the back of the shop you will find the ‘Denim Bar’ where you can sit down and choose your perfect pair of jeans (instead of for instance a cocktail!) I know it can be quite frustrating to find the perfect pair of jeans but I can almost guarantee you that you will succeed here.

Besides clothes you will also find Shoes bags and accessories. And you can even get a nice haircut since there is also a hairdresser available in the shop.

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Spoiled | Shopping
Wolvenstraat 19 | Canals | +310206263818
Tue – Wed & Fri – Sat 10:00 – 18:00 , Sun & Mon 12:00 – 18:00, Thu 10:00 – 19:00

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The 9 streets Amsterdam (by Page)

Between the canals bordering the Jordaan, you find an area with shops, restaurants, lunch bars and pubs called “Negen Straatjes”, which translates into Nine Streets. These nine streets are: Reestraat, Berenstraat, Runstraat, Hartenstraat, Wolvenstraat, Huidenstraat, Gasthuismolensteeg, Oude Spiegelstraat and Wijde Heisteeg. They are all located in between the Singel and the Prinsengracht, running in a ninety degrees angle to the canals.

This little neighborhood is wellknown, nevertheless it is never really crowded. You have to be on guard for delivery trucks in the narrow streets, but you can walk from store to store in peace.

The little shops are very specialized and they sell the weirdest stuff. If you take your time, you just might find something beautiful.

When I am walking around here, looking at the little businesses, I get the feeling that they are run by people that have quit a boring job to focus on their passion. There might be a big turnover in shops that are so particular, but these streets are so widely known that a lot of them seem to be able to survive.

If you are tired of all the shops you will be sure to find a nice café or lunch bar where you can a coffee or a proper meal.

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The 9 streets | Art & culture, Shopping | Free
9 straatjes | Canals
Daily

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Utrechtsestraat Amsterdam (by Gisela Clarke)

The Utrechtstestraat starts at the Rembrandtplein and ends at the Frederiksplein. The street crosses all the canals and this is what makes it a very charming shopping street. You mustn’t forget to look up every once in a while or else you will miss the sight of the lovely houses above the shops.

Almost anything you can imagine you will find in this street. I especially love it for clothes shopping. The variety of clothes shops is overwhelming, you will find affordable as well as expensive shops and everything in between. There is a great variety of clothes, bags, shoes, music, books, and different delicatessen shops (check out the other Utrechtsestraat spots on this website.

Also if you are looking to get someone a present, this is the place to be.
Besides shopping the street is also full of bars and restaurants, again you will find a variety of cuisines suitable for any budget.

You should really have a look here if you like to go shopping but don’t like busy shopping streets full of shops you see everywhere, the choice of shops here is really different and I think you could easily spend a whole day here if you count in stops for coffee, lunch, a afternoon drink and dinner to finish it of!

The only thing that might me inconvenient is the fact that the street is very busy. On both sides are shops and in the middle is a very busy road. If you want to see all the shops you will be crossing over a lot so watch out for lots of cars and trams.

And as always in Amsterdam beware of irritated aggressive Amsterdam people on bikes! Keep this in mind and you will love this street.

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Utrechtsestraat | Shopping
Utrechtsestraat | Canals
Mon – Wed & Fri – Sun 10:00 – 18:00, Thu 10:00 – 21:00

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Zipper Amsterdam (by Sophie Reitsma)

Zipper sells secondhand and vintage clothing. Imagine American jeans, Westernshirts, glittery cocktail dresses, leather jackets and sweat pants gathered together in two great shops. Some are very rare so steal the show with your one of a kind item!

Besides this huge collection they also sell customized shirts, fun and funky sunglasses, and shoes from old sneakers and boots to vintage pumps. Think of 50, 60, 70, 80 years style.

Between all racks the store is packed with accessories like for example belts, scarf’s, buttons and hats.  Check the website to see what’s new in the store..or what will be coming soon. Be the first to get it!

The shop also sells tickets for cool parties, just ask them what’s on!

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Zipper | Shopping | Shoes from € 30.00
Huidenstraat 7 | Canals | +31206237302
Mon 13:00 – 18:00, Tue – Sat 11:00 – 18:00, Sun 13:00 – 17:00

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