Noord

Former shipyard turned creative village. My friend who works in design basically lives here. Street art, food trucks, and the IJ Hallen flea market once a month.

The observation deck on top of A'DAM Tower, plus a swing that hangs you over the edge. My friend Jake from Texas screamed the entire time on the swing and then immediately wanted to go again. The panoramic view is worth it even without the swing.

My neighbor dragged me here expecting graffiti and left speechless. A massive warehouse in Noord filled with world-class street art. Take the free ferry and combine with NDSM exploring.

Best view of Amsterdam, plus Europe's highest swing on the roof. My coworker proposed up here at sunset. Take the free ferry from Centraal and thank me later.

Europe's biggest flea market, once a month at NDSM. My roommate has furnished half her apartment from here. Bring cash, come early, and prepare to find stuff you never knew you needed.

Okay yes it is a bit cheesy. A 5D flight over the Netherlands with wind and water effects. But my friend brought her parents and they absolutely loved it. Good rainy day backup.

My rainy day backup plan. No ropes, no experience needed, just climb walls for an hour and feel like a champion. Amsterdam's bouldering scene is huge and Monk is the best spot.

People will tell you The Butcher has the best burgers in Amsterdam. Those people have not been to Beef Chief at Oedipus Brewery in Noord. Smash burgers, craft beer, end of discussion.

Underground club in the basement of A'DAM Tower. My neighbor goes here at 2 AM and comes back at noon. The techno is relentless and the crowd is real.

My friend Daan works in Noord and this is his after-work spot. Craft beers brewed on-site, a big outdoor terrace, and food trucks on weekends. Take the ferry over and make an afternoon of it.

A beach bar made of shipping containers on the IJ waterfront. My friend Lotte brings a blanket and stays until sunset. The views of the Amsterdam skyline from here are the best free show in the city.

In the A'DAM Tower with the rooftop swing. My neighbor moved to Noord specifically because of how cool this area is. Free ferry ride from Centraal, totally worth it.