Why visit Amsterdam?
The best things to see and do
Staying at Princess Hostel Amsterdam, you will have the best possible base from where to discover the beautiful city of Amsterdam. We've compiled a short list of things to see and do whilst you're staying with us.
In and around the hostel
Life’s little extras don’t come for free but they shouldn’t cost an arm or a leg either. Here are our budget additions to make your stay even smoother.
- Amsterdam is known internationally as a hub for bicycle culture. It also happens to be the best way to experience the city. Go for a spin on one of our hostel bikes and enjoy the freedom of the city without hurting your pocket
- We sell discount tickets to all your favourite tourist attractions and museums, even tickets that let you jump the queue
- In a rush or want to go in style? We can arrange a dedicated business taxi service to take you anywhere you want
- There are several bigger super markets within a few minutes walking distance. There are also plenty of cafes, bars, restaurants and take-aways in the neighborhood, so you'll never be hungry or thirsty.
- Looking for free tours? Or party and meet new people during the a pub crawl?
Roof top bars
We suggest having a drink at the roof top bar of the Hilton Hotel in the SkyLounge. There, you can enjoy one of the best sunsets in the city! You simply need to take tram 1 accross the street of the hostel until Central Station. View more roof top bar locations.
Budget restaurants
Amsterdam is a city full of amazing restaurants from all parts of the world! If you are looking for a cheaper restaurant nearby, we recommend trying Taqueria Tacobar, just a 4-minute walk from Princess Hostel! Please go to the IAmsterdam website for other cheap eat ideas.
Top clubs
Princess Hostel is at a perfect location for party lovers. Only a 5-minute walk from Leidseplein, there are some of the most cool and popular clubs of the city including Melkweg and Paradiso. For more nightlife suggestions, we suggest to view the Clubbing Guide.
Museums
You cannot be in Amsterdam without visiting some of the prestige museums the city has to offer! Princess Hostel is located just a 10-minute walk from Museumplein, where is located the famous Van Gogh Museum, the Rijksmuseum and the Stedelijk museum (for modern art lovers). The Anne Frank House is another must-see, but make sure to try to reserve online in advance, because it can get quite busy! For more museum ideas, please visit the Top 12 Museums in Amsterdam.
Rainy day activities
Amsterdam can be sometimes rainy, however don't let the weather ruin your stay! Many indoor locations are quite nice to visit on a rainy day. In the street behind Princess Hostel, you can go have a drink and play some pool at the Poolcafe de Keu. If you are interested in exploring culinary options, we recommend to go visit the indoor market of De Hallen. Museums are also a great option for a rainy day or why not learn how beer is made at the Heineken Experience? For more rainy day activities, there's plenty of inspiration to be found on IAmsterdam.
Beach spots
If you want the ultimate Dutch beach experience, head out to Zandvoort, a city only a 30-minute train ride from Amsterdam Central station! There, you can swim, kite surf and also try the tasty fresh fish. For more beach spots, have a look at the Top 5 Amsterdam Beach Spots.
