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What’s The Pijp district all about?

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The Pijp district is one of those areas in Amsterdam you don’t want to miss out on. Why? Well, with all of its top-notch hang-outs, great restaurants, lively bars and classy boutiques it’s one of the most vibrant spots of the city. On top of that, the city center is only a five-minute walk away, so you’ll be able to turn up at all the famous clubs like Paradiso, Melkweg, Sugar Factory, The Social Club, Jimmy Woo and Club Up in no-time.

No wonder this part of town is basically the most beloved borough by Amsterdam habitants. Especially Friday nights are very popular, since it seems all of Amsterdam goes to the Pijp area to celebrate the start of their weekend. A perfect way to blend in with the locals, so to speak. Are you curious yet about this awesome must-go-to of Amsterdam? One of our private guides might be able to get the best out of your experience!

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How to get around The Pijp area?

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The Pijp district might seem like one big party and food fest, but there’s more to it. While you’re there you’re of course going to visit the Albert Cuyp market, one of the biggest outdoor markets of Europe. You’ll find loads of food, but a decent clothing department is present there as well. It might sound a little touristy, but once you’re there you’ll see that this market is well visited by locals to run their daily errands. The Albert Cuyp is perfect if you want to get a glimpse of Dutch market culture. Visit on weekday mornings for a less crowded and more local experience. If you prefer to combine your visit to Albert Cuyp with one of our tours, you’d best go with the Market Food Tour: Cheese Tastings & Stroopwafel.

Also in the Pijp neighborhood, just a few blocks away from the Albert Cuyp is the Heineken brewery. Not exactly your typical local spot, but you don’t want to go home without having a sip of Amsterdam’s biggest export product. The Heineken brewery is surrounded by several great places for hanging out with the locals. Go to Marie Heinekenplein, the Frans Halsstraat or Gerard Douplein for a cold beer on a terrace with locals that are enjoying their lunch break or their night off. Another interesting area of the Pijp district is de Ruysdaelkade. Most people will visit the Red Light district for some x-rated action, but the Ruysdaelkade is one of the lesser known areas, so you can watch the ladies in all peace and quiet. Not sure if you’ll be able to find all these awesome landmarks? Our personal guides are!

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What should you visit in The Pijp area?

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You might already know the Pijp district is well-known for its big market and lively food and bar scene, but did you know the Pijp neighborhood also has an awesome park to get a breath of fresh air? Just go on the hunt to find Sarphatipark. The small green oasis is a real relief for locals that try to escape the bustle of everyday life in the city. On a sunny day you’ll find lots of locals walking their dog, sunbathing or reading. Later on the day people visit Sarphatipark to relax after a hard day of work. They open up a bottle of wine and light up a little, portable BBQ to enjoy a nice meal with friends.

If you’re lucky, you might be able to crash a good birthday party, since locals often decide to take those outside due to the lack of space they in their own small city apartments. This little secret isn’t enough for you? What about we tell you Game of Thrones’ star Carice van Houten has an apartment in the Pijp area? Get your Sherlock on and find yourself some Melisandre.

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Dutch Masterpieces Tour at Rijksmuseum

Rolf is a fantastic guide. He met the six of us right on time in the main Rijksmuseum shop and then led us through and explained some of the most interesting art in the gallery. We enjoyed his explanations as he often expressed his personal views as well as the “official” history of a painting or work of art.
We all felt that the highlight of his various art analyses was his experience as an art historian. He would often open his iPad and show us an x-ray of a painting with what was changed, old paintings underneath, people moved, when a wall was painted over a women in a religious painting and even who was silly enough not to pay Rembrandt when the Night Watch was painted!
Over 2 hours we viewed and enjoyed a sample of the great works of art from the renaissance to Van Gogh.
We cannot recommend Rolf highly enough.
RC&DC and six very happy visitors from Australia

Cook like a Japanese Chef! Make Your Own Sushi!

My boyfriend and I went to Lalaine for her Japanese cooking course. I surprised my boyfriend with this class for his birthday, and we had a really wonderful time. Lalaine’s apartment is really welcoming and relaxed. She told us about the basics of sushi then walked us through how to make a variety of different rolls. We had some edemame as an appetizer with a really nice white wine then we dove into the sushi making part. I enjoyed that we learned how to make different types of rolls with a variety of fish and ingredients. It was a very relaxed atmosphere and Lalaine was clearly very knowledgeable and trained. Great experience!! Would recommend!

The Best of Real Amsterdam Tour

Donnie is an incredibly friendly, knowledgable, and charismatic host; He made my experience very pleasant and entertaining, while also making me feel relaxed like I was a local!
Thanks so much homie!

Local food and nightlife scene

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It’s clear by now that foodies can literally go nuts in the Pijp district at the Albert Cuyp market. But that’s not all! On about every corner you’ll find a nice café, restaurant or a coffee bar. Push yourself a little to wander off the big streets and you’ll end up in the nicest spots. For a full night of wining and dining, you definitely want to go to Café Caron at the Frans Halsstraat. If you’re on a health streak, SNCKBR at the Van Woustraat is a great option.

We know, it sounds like a paradox, but at SNCKBR they’ve managed to give all your favorite comfort food a healthy twist. They’re open for lunch and dinner, so there’s something for everyone! Gs at the Ferdinand Bolstraat is perfect for a full-on Sunday brunch. They serve awesome Bloody Mary’s (with oysters and all, OMG), which is why Gs is also recommended for drinks at the start of a good night out. Would you rather have someone guide you to the best food and drinks of the Pijp area? The guides of our Amsterdam’s Favourite Food Tour will let you explore the Pijp district on a culinary level in a heartbeat.

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Get the most out of your Amsterdam trip: The Pijp area

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Making your way to and through the Pijp district can seem a bit confusing at first, but it’s really easy actually, especially since every corner hides a new surprise that’s worth exploring. To get from A to B quickly, it’s recommended to take one of the many trams, but if you’re up for getting the full experience, going by foot will do just fine. Would you like to go local all the way? Then rent a bike and cruise your way around the Pijp neighborhood.

The perks of getting around by bike is that you’ll have the best of both worlds. You’ll be at your destination just as quick as you will be by tram, but you’ll still be able to make pit stops to see every small detail of the beautiful Pijp district. Tip: rent your bike at a local bikestore, so you don’t have written ‘tourist’ all over yourself. Now all there’s left to do, is minimize the pendulating and you’ll blend in perfectly with all the locals!

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Special tips & hidden gems in The Pijp district

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Speaking about blending in perfectly: if you’re up for partying along the locals during the biggest event of the year, you must really visit the Pijp district on Kingsday at the 27th of April. The people of the Pijp area will all go outside to celebrate the birthday of the King of the Netherlands. It’s the perfect excuse for locals to check their contents and create a giant flea market on the streets. Later on the day there will be festivals all around the Pijp district, so it’s just a matter of keeping your eyes open.

More of a movie-lover? In August you can enjoy a bunch of really good international flicks on a big outdoor screen during the World Cinema Amsterdam Open Air at the Marie Heinekenplein. If you’d like to know more about annual events and festivals in the Pijp area, you can always ask one of our guides for more (inside) information!