Women-Friendly Travel in Amsterdam
The Amsterdam women-friendly travel guide places explicit women-friendly and family confidence signals first, while keeping uncertain details visible for review.
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Tulip Inn Amsterdam City West
This 166 room hotel offers myriad facilities such as free hi-speed Internet connection, Wi-fi, fitness room and free parking. The hotel's recently renovated bar and lounge offers a comfortable ambience to relax in, while the restaurant serves lunch, breakfast and dinner.
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Galleria d'Arte Rinascimento
Unassuming and modest, the exterior of this emporium belies the content loaded within. High quality Makkumware porcelain from Koninklijke Tichelaars is available at this shop which stocks all kinds of everything related to Delftware. Genuine articles as well as imitations are available in elegant designs. Funky shapes are available as well like ceramic clogs, Christmas decorations, misshapen vases, etc.
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Maison de Bonneterie
If branded items and exclusive designer labels is what you are looking for, then look no further. From Gucci bags, Fieldcrest towels and a host of other designer tags to compliment your wardrobe, this elegant store has it all. Household goods with labels to boast and a galaxy of personal items are also available here.
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Mathieu Hart
Not one to flaunt its name, this unobtrusive store is a name to reckon with when it comes to a collection of antiques. In the business since 1878, Mathieu Hart is a veritable treasure trove. Color etchings of Dutch cities give you an artistic view of Amsterdam or the Dutch countryside. Rare old prints are also available here. A collection of famous 18th century Delftware along with grandfather clocks are also part of the unique items the shop has to offer.
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Museum Quarter
The Museum Quarter which is located in Amsterdam Zuid is considered to be the Rodeo Drive of Amsterdam. It has the most popular designer’s shops clothes and shoes shops along with massage, well being, health, florist and specialist shops.
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P.C. Hooftstraat
At the P.C. Hooftstraat you will find all the haute couture boutiques: Cartier, Gucci, Tommy Hilfiger and the very impressive Oger shop.
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Galerie Ra
The perfect place to find gold and silver turned into stunning jewelry, each piece of which is an expression of art. Owner Paul Derrez's creativity does not stop here. Visit the store to see the playful pieces he turns other materials like rubber, foam and feathers into.
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H. J. van de Kerkhof
A fabric shop like no other, it is sure to please every woman's heart and every man's too who wants to please his woman. Spools of ribbon and cord, colors galore, adorn the store's walls. Set to indulge every woman who loves to stitch and embroider, the shop has books with samples of patches and appliques.
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Metz & Co
If you have money to spend and don't want to compromise on quality, then this store is definitely worth a visit. With a fabulous choice of modern furniture, fabrics, kitchenware and other home-based items, you need not go elsewhere. This stunning store built in 1891, also has a rooftop cafe, Metz. Designed by architect Gerrit Rietveld in 1933, there is a section in the cupola of the restaurant for special events. From here one also gets a spectacular panoramic view of Amsterdam's rooftops.
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De Negen Straatjes
The Nine Streets or De Negen Straatjes are nine narrow streets between the main canals that have boutiques, specialist shops, galleries and restaurants for people who cannot afford to shop at the Museum Quarter.
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Nieuws Innovations
Little souvenirs in unique shapes make for unusual gifts. Fish-shaped pens, lipstick, syringes (this is Amsterdam after all! ), hand-glove puppet-shaped washcloths, spherical dice and all sorts of colorful knick-knacks are available here.
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Free Record Shop
Don't get taken in by the name; it's a record shop all right but certainly not for free. The prices are competitive though and the store, which is spread across the ground floor and basement, has an incredible number of cassettes, CDs and videos.
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E Kramer Candle Shop
If it's anything to do with illumination, you're at the right place. Whether it's soft seductive candlelight you require for that romantic dinner or illumination for a wake and everything else in between, you're sure to find it here. Candles in artistic designs and shapes will lure you into buying more than you'd intended to while the outrageously kitschy ones are sure to bring a smile to your face. Scented oils and incense are also sold here. Repair of dolls is also undertaken.
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Evenaar
As a tourist you might be interested in travel information and this is a useful shop for you. Available at this one-stop shop is a wide range of travel literature, travel guides and large-format photo books about travel and anthropology. The antique travel books are a collector's delight. Second hand books are also available.
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't Curiosa Winkeltje
A shop that is sure to delight people of all ages with its collection of cute little knick-knacks like colored bottles and glasses, big plastic butterflies, lamps shaped like bananas and other items of use. Updated versions of tin cars and children's toys of the yesteryears are also sold here.
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Waterlooplein
Waterlooplein is an infamous flea market where everything under the sun is available at cheap prices. This 300-stall outdoor bazaar is full of curiosa, general bric-a-brac, second-hand clothing, CDs, DVDs, appliances and goods both brand new and used. Haggling in this market is commonplace.
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Souvenir Shopping
Around the area of Damrak and Leidsplein you will find a number of souvenir shops selling everything from traditional Dutch wooden clogs to miniature windmills. If you are looking for something more exclusive set off to Negen Sraaties (Nine Steets) or Jordaan for some original boutiques and specialty stores.
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Miscellaneous Shopping
De Beeldenwinkel Sculpture Gallery is a gallery that has random things for sale like statues, sculptures, pottery, and marble figures for people with all kinds of tastes.
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*Amsterdam Marriott Hotel
In our view, exploring Amsterdam is convenient when you stay at our hotel in this beautiful city. Amsterdam Marriott Hotel welcomes its guests with exceptional service. The hotel is in the city centre and is ideal for dining, entertainment and shopping. It is a five-minute walk from the Rijksmuseum and the Van Gogh Museum. Whether you are visiting Amsterdam for leisure or business, this is the right place. The guest rooms and suites are spacious, luxuriously furnished, air-conditioned and equipped with free high-speed Internet access.
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Anne Frank House
Anne Frank, a girl who wrote about her experiences during the Second World War has her house in the Jordaan area of Amsterdam. This is the house where the Anne Frank along with her family spent 25 months during the war. A must see for those who love history and were touched by her story.
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Rijksmuseum -
A true treat for art lovers, the Rijkmuseum features a splendid collection of Dutch paintings from the Golden Age.
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Van Gogh Museum
One of the most famous artists in history, Van Gogh's work is displayed at the Van Gogh Museum. Located between the Rijksmuseum and the Stedelijk Museum, the museum entrance is at the Paulus, Potterstraat 7. Tram No 2 and 5 from the Central Station will take you to the museum. The museum is disabled friendly.
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The Royal Palace
Located in central Amsterdam on the Dam Square, this 17th century palace was originally built as a city hall for Amsterdam's magistrates. The museum is now used primarily for state functions and for presentation of various official and royal prizes. The Palace is not open to visitors as it has been temporarily closed down for major renovation.
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Albert Cyup Market
This street market is one of the most popular in the whole of Holland. Started in 1903, this market now has over 300 stalls on both sides of the street. These stalls sell everything from clothes, cosmetics and chocolates to fruit, fish and vegetables. The market is a good place to test your bargaining skills. The market is open from 9.30 am to 5 pm, Monday to Saturday. Due to bad weather during winters, the market may close earlier.