Amsterdam Nightlife: TOP 10 Do's and DON'TS!

Planning a trip to Amsterdam? Here is Amsterdams Nightlife: Top 10 Dos And Don'ts!

1. Don't Be Scammed.
There is no such thing as a free canal cruise. If you want to go on one be sure to pick a well-known canal cruise tour.
Don't buy tulip bulbs in spring, tulip bulbs have to be planted in Autumn and so healthy bulbs can only be bought in this season.
Only rent bikes from proper bike shops, the guy outside your hotel trying to get you to rent a bike, probably stole it.
Don't buy herb from street vendors, only Coffeeshops are licensed to sell it.

2. Don't Pay Multiple Entrance Fees.
The best way to experience all the nightclubs Amsterdam has to offer is to get a Nightlife ticket, this ticket will give you free admission to over 30 nightclubs as well as many other benefits. https://amsterdamnightlifeticket.com/

3. Stick To Beer And Wine.
Cocktails are rather expensive in Amsterdam and it is also a lot easier to over-indulge when drinking spirits, so if you want to party all night without ending it with an empty wallet, and an empty stomach then we suggest you stick to beer and wine, it's cheaper and easier to control.

4. Start Early.
Even though bars will stay open till around 3 am and clubs until around 5 am, if you're looking to save some money it's best to start your night early. Taxis are expensive so it's best to travel via tram or bus, however, the bus and tram service stops after midnight so unless you want to pay for a taxi at the end of the night, you're better off starting early and catching the last bus home.

5. Stay At A Hostel And Start Your Night There.
Amsterdam's hostels are actually stylish and unique and in general, a lot nicer than your average hostel, in addition to being cheaper than your average hotel. Most hostels also have a fun atmosphere and serve reasonably priced alcohol making them not only a great place to stay but also a great place to start your night out.

6. Watch What You Wear.
Most clubs don't enforce a strict dress code, as long as you look fairly respectable, ripped jeans, scruffy shirts, and dirty shoes will probably get you turned away at the door but a nice top and pair of jeans and clean comfy shoes should get you into almost every club except possibly the high-end clubs like Jimmy Woo. You should also practice looking sober too because if the doorman thinks you're drunk he'll probably turn you away.

7. Summer Concerts.
If you're traveling to Amsterdam in the summer make sure you keep some nights free for non-clubbing events. Any given weekend there can be up to 200 events happening, including the Kwaku Summer Festival and ARTIS Summer Nights, urban beaches like Sloterplas and Amsterdam Bos open up, and rooftop terraces suddenly turn into party venues.

8. Don't Get Caught Without Food.
Most restaurants, cafes, and supermarkets close around 10 pm, unless you go to the snack bars in the center of town, there isn't really anywhere else to get a late-night bite to eat, so, during the day, make sure you visit a supermarket and get some snacks to keep back at your accommodation.

9. Carry The Essentials.
Foreigners in Amsterdam must carry their passports with them at all times and you will probably have to show your ID at the door of most nightclubs. In addition to this, you'll need to carry some loose cash for the local markets and for buying street food, and an umbrella or a waterproof jacket. In Amsterdam the weather is unpredictable and on average it rains 200 days a year.

10. Be Aware Of The Canal!
Whether you're having drinks on a canal cruise or walking back after a long night out, be aware that there is a canal and it is surprisingly easy to fall in, especially if you've had a few. Falling in could mean you lose your belongings, or that you damage your phone, injure yourself, or at the very least get cold and wet, so it's something worth avoiding.

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