Amsterdam in 3 days | Culinary Activities

After a day of exploring Amsterdam, enjoy a 3-course à la carte dinner whilst cruising the world famous canals on a classic riverboat. When arriving at the boat (between 7.15 and 7.30 pm), you can choose your table. You and your company will always be seated at a private table next to a window. Make your choice from the menu and while the boat is cruising the canals you will be served your 3-course gourmet dinner. The cruise will end at 10.15 PM (duration: 2 ¾ hours).

The cruises depart from Singel 235, close to the dam square.

 

A stylish meal at Amstel River

Nestled in the heart of the city centre, directly at the Amstel River, InterContinental Amstel Amsterdam is a grand palace-style hotel. Inspired by the passing parade of sailboats, water taxis and rowboats, the Amstel Bar & Brasserie is a charming articulation of casual nautical elegance. This cosy restaurant evokes warmth with rich, wood-panelled walls and blue leather seating, while floor-to-ceiling windows offer stunning views of the river below. The seasonal menu features brasserie-style dishes, making the Amstel Brasserie a perfect spot for a laid-back lunch, dinner or evening drinks.

 

Address: Professor Tulpplein 1

 

Proef (Taste) is a wonderful eating place, located at Amsterdam’s Westergasfabriek, a former gasworks.
You won’t experience magic or pinned down dinners, more no-nonsense and fun eating from good ingredients. Proef makes the best cocktails and uses only fresh, mostly local, organic products of the season. On your plate a vibrant clash between genuine gastronomy and design.

Address: Gosschalklaan 12 (Westergasfabriek)
Website: Proef restaurant
Open: Tuesday till Sunday
Book: +31 20 682 2656 (after 2pm)

 

During a 4-course dinner menu, experience a romantic canal cruise of two hours with Rederij Lovers, which will take you to the most beautiful and enchantingly illuminated places in Amsterdam.
The Dinner Cruise departures at 7 pm from Prins Hendrikkade 25, opposite the bicycle park close to the Central Station.

Book: +31 20 530 5412

Enjoy a superb four-course dinner and marvel at the breathtaking, world-class entertainment.
The famous Dutch chef Robert Kranenborg will give shape to Palazzo’s culinary experience. Allow Robert to indulge your senses while you enjoy the romantic setting and an evening of spectacular performances. The event includes theatre, cuisine, acrobatics, comedy, magic and illusion.

Palazzo is situated next to the Heineken Music Hall, 30 metres from Bijlmer/Amsterdam ArenA train station. Metro lines 50 and 54 and various trains stop at this station.

 

Address:Arena Park, Haaksbergweg 3 – 75, Amsterdam
Website: Palazzo (NL)

 

High Tea in Grand Hotel Amrâth

Have high tea in the five star Grand Hotel Amrâth Amsterdam, located on the Prins Hendrikkade in the city centre, close to Central Station. Grand Hotel Amrâth is situated in the Scheepvaarthuis (Shipping House), one of Amsterdam's best-known monuments. The structure is one of the main examples of the Amsterdam School (the Dutch response to the Art Deco style).

Enjoy the fancy assortment of loose leaf tea from Pure Tea, served with delicious sweet and savoury delights and sparkling Prosecco, for € 32,50 per person.


Website: High Tea Hotel Amrâth
Book: +31 20 552 0552 (daily)