Shopping and markets
Flea markets, book markets and gift ideas.
Amsterdam Gift Guide
Whether you're shopping for someone who's planning a trip to Amsterdam or who just can't stop talking about how much they love this iconic city, there's sure to be something in this collection of…
Book markets and English language bookstores in Amsterdam
If you’ve traveled around much in countries where English isn’t the primary language, you know that finding a good English-language bookstore can be difficult if not impossible.
Amsterdam Flower Market and what to expect
This whole country is really famous for its flowers, and specifically for its tulips, so it should come as no surprise that one of the most popular free things in Amsterdam is a stroll down the…
Albert Cuyp Market - where Amsterdam locals shop
There are two large outdoor markets in Amsterdam that run six days a week. The famous flea market at Waterlooplein is the easier to spot of the two since it’s readily visible from a good chunk of the…
Waterlooplein Flea Market - the best junk in Amsterdam
Outdoor markets seem to be gaining popularity in nearly every place that doesn’t already rely on them for its citizen’s day-to-day needs.