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Top 10 Things to do and Attractions in Amsterdam!

There are so many things to do and attractions in Amsterdam! If you’re looking for a Amsterdam Travel Blog that tells you all the top must do things in Amsterdam, you’re at the right place! Let’s find out what are some of the things that you can do right here in Amsterdam!

Things to do and Attractions in Amsterdam

1. Amsterdam Canal Cruises

Ditch the bike (or your shoes) and hop on the Amsterdam Canal Cruises! By taking this cruise, you will be able to cover all the major attractions in Amsterdam, all in the comfort of your seat onboard the cruise!

2. Visit to the Flower Markets (Bloemenmarkt) in Amsterdam

Along Singel, you will be able to find the Bloemenmarkt (aka Flower Market) in Amsterdam! Here you will be able to find many different varieties of the famous flower export of the Netherlands – Tulips!

3. Anne Frank House in Amsterdam

Anne Frank's Statue @ Church near Anne Frank House — Anne Frank’s Statue @ Church near Anne Frank House

Interested in history? Anne Frank House will allow you to step back in time via Anne Frank’s diary that depicts the occupation of Nazi Germany during WW2!

4. Zaanse Schans to see Traditional Windmills near Amsterdam

A short ride away from Amsterdam Central Station is Zaanse Schans (stop at Koog Zaandijk Station). At Zaanse Schans, you can have the opportunity to see these traditional windmills that still works today!

5. Oldest Albert Heijn in the Netherlands

Oldest Albert Heijn in the Netherlands Zaanse Schans

While you’re in Zaanse Schans, why not visit the oldest Albert Heijn in the Netherlands that was established since 1887? It is today a museum but still serves good coffee (go to the back!) – the bedrock of this household supermarket chain in the Netherlands!

6. Of Clogs and Wooden Shoes

Visit the clog making demonstrations at Zaanse Schans and you’ll be amazed at how these simple soft woods can become colourful and intricately designed clogs worn in the Netherlands!

7. Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam

Nicely Warmed Swimming pool at Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam

Pamper youself at the Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam! Here you can choose to stay at the new Urban wing or the traditional Victoria Wing. Whatever your choice, you’ll enjoy the heated indoor pool with a glass roof even as it snows in the deep winter night!

8. Your pick of La Place Amsterdam OR Japanese “All You Can Eat” Buffet in Amsterdam!

La Place is Amsterdam’s version of Marche in Singapore! Here you can find a large variety of food that includes meats, pasta, pastries and desserts!

Salmon Avocado & Tuna Sushi at Amsterdam Buffet

Fancy a buffet while you’re in the Netherlands? Why not try the Japanese “All You Can Eat” buffet in Amsterdam? You’ll be surprised by the rules that they have and also pleasantly enticed by the quality of food that they serve up!

9. Albert Cuypmarkt Amsterdam Street Markets!

Arriving at Albert Cuyp Market Amsterdam!

If street market is your thing, remember to visit the Albert Cuyp Market in Amsterdam! Here you can try out the street food such as stroopwafels or fried fries and even source out for the best deals at the many different street stalls here!

10. Museums & Shopping in Amsterdam

Rijksmuseum Amsterdam - Did you notice the ice skating rink? — Rijksmuseum Amsterdam – Did you notice the ice skating rink?

Museums such as Rijksmuseum, Van Gogh Museum at the Amsterdam Museum Square are the evergreens in Amsterdam. Here you can personally view the famous “Sunflowers” as drawn by Van Gogh himself! If art is not your cup of tea, maybe shopping is? You will be spoilt for choice at the shopping streets in Amsterdam from Nieuwendijk to Kalverstraat!

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We hope you have enjoyed this post! There are so many things to do in Amsterdam, be sure to check them out the next time you’re in Amsterdam!

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Sumptuous Japanese Buffet in Amsterdam! | Things to do in Amsterdam

Japanese Buffet in Amsterdam ?! You must be kidding me! Why did we come all the way from Asia to Europe just to try an Asian buffet? Well, since the price was ok (about 22.50 euros per person) plus the fact that it said “Japanese Buffet” outside the restaurant, we thought that we should “splurge” a little on the special occasion of Chinese New Year – CNY!

Interior of Japanese All You Can Eat Buffet Amsterdam

Bar Counter of Japanese Buffet Restaurant in Amsterdam

Turns out that our idea of All You Can Eat Buffet is different from that of the Japanese Buffet Restaurants in Amsterdam!

Rules of Japanese Buffet in Amsterdam

We’re not entirely sure if this set of rules apply for all Japanese buffet restaurants in the Netherlands but they are not “free flow” as we know it in Asia! The rules are

Rule Number 1 : You can only order 5 rounds of food
(Whaaaaaaaaaaaat?! You call this a buffet?)

Rule Number 2 : You can only order 5 items per round
(Whaaaaaaaaaaat?! Have we been cheated? Is this really a buffet?!)

Rule Number 3 : You can only order the next round if you have finished the previous round.
(Whaaaaaaaaaaat?! So calculative?!)

Well, on the flip side, since Kate and I are dining together, we get to choose 50 items altogether. That’s not too bad, so we decided to go ahead after reading the rules. We soon realise that this “buffet” can be really full as well…take a look at what we had…

Round 1

Stir Fried Udon with Beef Japanese Buffet Amsterdam

Tempura Prawn and Teriyaki Salmon Amsterdam Japanese Buffet

Udon Soup with Prawn and Chicken Japanese Buffet Amsterdam

To capitalise on the number of rounds we have, we ordered the maximum number of dish in round 1 (good strategy right?) The sushi turned out to be one of the best sushi we’ve tasted in Europe (of course the best we’ve tasted was in Japan)! The fish was fresh and the rice was fragrant. The Udon(s) was nothing to shout about but the teriyaki beef was “WOW!” – tender, savoury and cannotstopeatingable! Definitely one of the best teriyaki beef we’ve tasted. The tempura was also good. After the first round, we really wonder why the continent of Europe, eons away from Asia can have such excellent Japanese chefs…(have you also noticed the traditional japanese plates used in this restaurant?)

Round 2

Teriyaki Chicken & fish fillet Amsterdam All You Can Eat Japanese Buffet

Large portion of succulent stir fried prawn Amsterdam Japanese Buffet

Rib of lamb with Takopachi Octopus Balls Amsterdam Japanese Buffet

The highlight of round 2 was definitely the succulent prawns. Huge ones at that. Subsequently, we realised that the portion was quite huge because it was brought to us by mistake! Ours should have been a 2 person portion not a 4 person. But still, we heartily devoured them. Teriyaki chicken and fish was good and surprisingly, the macha green tea ice cream was excellent as well (since drinks were not included, we ordered some ice cream to “clear our palettes” a little)

Round 3

Unagi and Tuna Sushi + Handrolls Amsterdam Japanese Buffet

Much anticipated Fried Pork Tenderloin Amsterdam Buffet

Yummy sushi at Japanese All You Can Eat Buffet Amsterdam

The highlight of round 3 was the much anticipated pork tenderloin! It didnt disappoint! It was lightly crisp on the outside and tender on the inside! Could imagine that the meat was tenderised before coating and frying. Excellent! The octopus was also quite fresh. Sushi were just as good as in the first round. By now, we were VERY FULL! Hence, we decided to make round 4 our last round. This idea of buffet really works! We couldnt even make it to round 5!

Round 4

Green Tea Macha Ice Cream Amsterdam Buffet

The 4th round was Tom’s downfall. He ordered the fried oyster which was not fresh. Although he knew that it was not fresh (texture was quite hard while chewing), he finished all of it so that he could order something in round 5. This was a bad move. Tom had the runs throughout the night that evening! Hahaha! Beef curry and beef pepper steak was great. Turns out that anything with beef at this restaurant was excellent!

Round 5

After all that (can you believe the 2 of us finished all that above?!) we decided to end our round 5 with something “healthy”…a platter of fruits! Yup, to quench the thirst as well. 🙂

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If you have not tried the Japanese “All-You-Can-Eat” Buffets in Amsterdam, why not give it a try?

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Sumptuous Japanese Buffet In Amsterdam! | Things To Do In Amsterdam

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Clogs & Wooden Shoes Making Demonstration @ Zaanse Schans!

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Oldest Albert Heijn (Supermarket Chain) In The Netherlands : Since 1887!

Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam : Luxury With A Choice Of Tradition Or Modern Living

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