The farmers' market, often called the Markt, is a modern, huge indoor market, the purpose of which is to support the Dutch producer in the agricultural market. It is located in the city center, near the Vondelpark on Overthum Street.

This is probably the only place where all products are exclusively of Dutch origin. Here you can buy everything - flour products, vegetables and cereals, fish and meat and many other products.

In addition, you will be pleased with the price-quality ratio of products, which are sold here much cheaper than in supermarkets and therefore do not have time to spoil. However, before visiting this market, it is worth knowing that payment for goods here is made exclusively using bank cards.

Coordinates: 52.36336100,4.87782700

Floating Flower Market

The world's only floating flower market on the Singel canal is one of the most vibrant and fragrant attractions in Amsterdam throughout the year.

The uniqueness of this market lies in the fact that the goods are presented on floating barges. This is a tribute to tradition, since previously flowers and plants were brought here for sale from gardens and greenhouses on barges. Fresh flowers are delivered to the market daily, but are now transported in mini-trucks rather than by boat.

Floating shop barges now allow you to buy both cut flowers and potted flowers, as well as bulbs. Here you will find not only traditional tulips, but also exotic plants. If you wish, you can choose flowers in colorful vases or in the form of a windmill, a shoe, or a gnome's hat.

In December the market is dominated by green as they sell Christmas trees of all shapes and sizes.

The flower market is such a bright and amazing place that even without making a purchase, you will be pleased to stroll along the embankment, admiring the floral abundance.

Coordinates: 52.36720200,4.89069700

Albert Cuyp Market

Albert Cuyp Market is a colorful and huge open-air market where you can immerse yourself in the true atmosphere of Amsterdam and have an incredible variety of things to do. It is considered one of the main attractions of Amsterdam and is located in the De Pijp quarter in the Oud Zuid district, near Sarphati Park.

The market, opened in 1904 and named after Albert Cuyp, a famous 17th century artist, today has about three hundred stalls selling fruits and vegetables, all kinds of cheeses, a variety of spices, wardrobe items, cosmetics and jewelry, flowers and much more. . It’s also nice that the prices on the market are very affordable for the city.

Here you can try the famous round Dutch waffles with caramel syrup, which are baked in special pans in a matter of minutes.

Coordinates: 52.35548700,4.89323700

Market Westermarkt

The Westermarkt is one of the most visited markets and is the main place where clothes and shoes are sold in Amsterdam. It is located in the Jordaan area on Westerstraat.

The market has 230 stalls located on Westerstraat and Prinsengracht. Here you have the opportunity to purchase goods from famous world brands, cosmetics, books and other household goods at reasonable prices.

Particular attention in the market is given to goods from third world countries. At the same time, not only new products are presented here, but also extraordinary, bright second-hand clothing. This is a place where guests of the city should definitely visit.

Coordinates: 52.37838800,4.88278400

Dappermarkt Market

The Dappermarkt is an exotic market, voted the best in all of the Netherlands in 2007. Its distinctive feature is internationalism. Traders here come from all continents of the world. It is located in the eastern part of Amsterdam and is located on Dapperstraat.

This place, where many cultures intersect, is famous for its distinctive atmosphere and fairly low prices for many goods. At the market, which includes 250 stalls, you can find clothes and shoes, electronics and national souvenirs, as well as food and much more.

Another interesting feature This place is that colorful carnivals and all kinds of holidays are held here, for example, March 8 is celebrated here every year. That is why Dappermarkt is considered a vibrant landmark of the city.

Coordinates: 52.36156700,4.92836400

Market Postzegelmarkt

The Postzegelmarkt is one of the favorite and most visited places in Amsterdam by collectors. A wide variety of rare postage stamps and coins are sold here. It is located in the very center of Amsterdam, close to Dam Square.

Despite its location, there is always a tranquility at the market, which allows you to fully immerse yourself in the special atmosphere of this place.

No collector will leave here without a purchase. With an incredible number of stamps and coins from all over the world, everyone can find something interesting here at reasonable prices.

Alternatively, you can check out the nearby Rosmareinsteg street, where there are several shops offering similar products.

Coordinates: 52.37152000,4.89036400

Lindengracht Market

The Lindengracht Market, which dates back to 1895, is one of the best markets in Amsterdam. It is located in the Jordaan quarter on Lindengracht street, after which it is named, which translates as “linden canal” because the entire street is decorated with tall linden trees.

The market, which is 900 meters long, has 232 stalls and is only open on Saturdays from 9 am, so it is better to come here by midday, when all the stalls open. Here you can buy a lot of different things: from food to wardrobe items, various media equipment, sporting goods and much more.

In its center you can see a sculptural composition depicting Theo Theissen, a famous writer, teacher and public figure. There are also many attractive cafés to choose from, or a lovely flower shop on Prinsegracht 8.

Coordinates: 52.38016400,4.88417300

Antique market De Looier

The De Looier Antique Market is an indoor market where you don't have to worry about good weather and clear skies above your head, but you can relax and go in search of various antiques. It is located in the center of Amsterdam and occupies almost the entire block between Loirsgracht and Elandsgracht.

Collectors from all over the world gather here to purchase another antique item for their collection. Fortunately, you can find almost everything here: antique furniture, paintings, watches, jewelry, toys and other antiques at very affordable prices.

On Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays, anyone can be a seller by renting a counter for the weekend.

You can walk around this market for quite a long time, and there is always the opportunity to relax in one of the two interesting cafes located on its territory.

Coordinates: 52.36887500,4.87882200

Amsterdam flower market

One of the most beautiful, vibrant and fragrant attractions in the city of Amsterdam is the Bloemenmarkt floating flower market, one of a kind. This cannot be found in any country in the world.

Selling flowers from boats began in the 17th century. In those days, boatmen, sailing along the coastal city streets of Amsterdam, offered to buy bouquets for passers-by.

Until the mid-19th century, the market was located on the Sint-Lucienval canal, where the city moat was located. After the authorities decided to fill in the ditch, the market moved to a new location, where it continues to be located to this day, namely, on the Amsterdam Singel Canal. It is practically in the city center between two squares: Koningsplein and Muntplein,

Flower shops are located on floating barges. Previously, only fresh flowers in pots were sold here. Today, the flower market is a place of constant visitation by tourists and, by and large, exists only thanks to them. At the market you can buy a wide variety of flowers, both local and exotic. There are especially many tulips, the bulbs of which are sold by weight. In addition to flowers, you can also find a huge number of souvenirs here.

Coordinates: 52.36691000,4.89060800

Book market

The Book Market is a small and cozy market that opens on Fridays and attracts many book lovers and tourists. It is located in the heart of Amsterdam on the Spey square in front of the entrance to the Begijnhof.

Here they sell all kinds of old books, magazines, photographs, engravings brought by traders from all over Holland. Sometimes in this place you can find unique rare publications that will delight any collector.

After talking with the traders, you can find any book you are interested in at this market. They will tell you where to find it or bring it to you within a week. In addition, prices here are quite low, so the market is always crowded with tourists.

Coordinates: 52.36880200,4.88903900

Art Market Art Plain Spey

This art market is located on the Spui square in Amsterdam, lined with many book displays. On Sundays, professional artists gather here. At the market they organize a gallery of their works. Anyone who liked the works of the masters will be able to purchase them at a very reasonable price. favorable prices. In total, about 60 painters who are members of the United Union of Artists of Amsterdam trade at the art market.

A joyful atmosphere constantly reigns at the market, as the trading process is accompanied by live lyrical music. You can also purchase various sculptures and crafts at the market.

Coordinates: 52.36882900,4.88945700

Sights of Amsterdam

Shopping in Amsterdam will turn into a real pleasure if you get to know some of the subtleties in advance. Department stores and shopping centers are conveniently located, so you don’t have to waste time searching.

There are discount seasons in shopping centers in Amsterdam. During this time prices are reduced. They take place twice a year: in January and July. Signs are posted announcing this. Go to the store if you see the inscription: “UITVERKOOP”, “OPRUIMING” or “SALE”.

Largest shopping areas

Some areas of Amsterdam are visited only for shopping. Let's get to know them better so we know where to go.

District "9 streets" (De Negen Straatjes)

The best boutiques are located on “9 streets”. This area, located a short walk from Dam Square, will appeal to glamorous fashionistas. There are many clothing stores here. Ladies are attracted to lingerie outlets.

Kalverstraat

Kalverstraat is a pedestrian area, there is no transport here. Always lively and noisy. From the streets of Kalverstraat, travelers find themselves in the city's largest malls. You can buy anything you want. Here is a world-famous store owned by the Waterstones book chain.

Levi’s is also located here - a fashionable place - they sell clothes and hold art exhibitions.

There are more than 200 stores. Tourists claim that the assortment here is different, there are rarities and unusual things. In this area of ​​the city it is difficult to decide what to spend your money on - there is so much choice. The Nukuhiwa store sells branded products, and a little further away there is an interesting farmers' market.

Retail outlets are located near hotels in Amsterdam. Therefore, there will be no problems finding souvenirs. From here they bring:

1. Klomps – national shoes. Bright wooden shoes. Price – from 30 euros.
2. It’s difficult to transport tulips, but it’s easy to transport rare varieties of bulbs.
3. Cannabis souvenirs: candies, cookies, chocolate.
4. Sex products. The counters are full of a wide variety of options. You can buy it for both women and men. Some examples (condoms in the shape of a cow or a crocodile) are made in a humorous manner, so the souvenir can be considered very original.
5. Cheese, chocolate and juniper vodka. An excellent gift for work colleagues.

Porcelain figurines are popular.

Prices in Amsterdam

Prices are reasonable, but can be high in prestigious places. Therefore, focus on the store’s traffic and the prestige of the area.

1. Fruits – 1.5-3 euros.
2. Sausage – up to 2.5 euros.
3. Cheeses – on average 2.5 euros.
4. Beer – 1 euro per bottle.
5. Tulip bulbs – from 3 euros.
6. Magnets, keychains, porcelain figurines – 1.5-3 euros.

Prices are lower than in Paris or Stockholm, but higher than in Prague or Barcelona. For souvenirs, head to the Albert Cuyp Market.

Remember: it is prohibited to remove soil from the territory of the state, even in flower pots. Remove the flowers and wrap them in a damp cloth.

Exporting narcotic substances is not prohibited. But importing it into the territory of other states is problematic. Use caution when purchasing cannabis or marijuana souvenirs.

The Tax Free system is in effect, the corresponding sticker on the windows will indicate this. Shops are closed on Sundays and Mondays.

It is recommended to stay in hotels located in areas famous for boutiques and other attractions. Van Hotel in Amsterdam and Dam Hotel are suitable for these purposes. It will be possible to combine sightseeing walks and shopping trips.

Amsterdam is the capital of freedom, and shopping here is special. Of course, there are shopping centers here too, but business card This city has numerous antique, jewelry and bookstores. The most interesting thing is flea and other markets where you can buy vintage clothes, home decoration and other antique items, which are sold here at very reasonable prices.

Store opening hours

Most shops in Amsterdam are open from Tuesday to Friday from 9:00-10:00 to 18:00, on Thursdays many close later - around 21:00. Some are also open on Monday, but usually start working no earlier than noon; Shops open on Saturdays usually close no later than 17:00. On Sundays, everything is generally closed except for some shops on popular shopping streets such as Kalverstraat or Leidsestraat.

It is better not to plan large-scale shopping on the weekend.

Sales

As throughout Europe, sales in Amsterdam take place twice a year, in summer and winter. The first discounts appear immediately after Christmas (about 25-30%), approximately by mid-January they reach 50%, and in some stores (usually expensive boutiques) - up to 70%. Sales last until approximately the end of February, but usually from the end of January there is nothing left to catch - only the slowest models and sizes remain, sometimes with defects.

Summer sales are not as generous, but it also makes sense to participate in them. They begin in July and continue until the end of August, prices are reduced to a maximum of 40-50%, but it is better to count on 30%.

Amsterdam is also characterized by off-season sales in October and March-April. Usually they concern only individual stores, but successful purchases are also likely at this time.

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What to buy in Amsterdam?

Clothes and shoes

Amsterdam is a fairly expensive city. All popular premium and mass market brands are represented here, but prices are higher than the European average. Here you should pay attention to clothes made from natural hemp thread, practical and durable. Local stores sell knitted items (hats, scarves and sweaters), as well as dresses, skirts, shorts and even shoes.

Everywhere in Amsterdam you can buy national shoes - “klomps”. These are wooden shoes that are still worn by Dutch farmers. Wearing such shoes may be unusual, but it is a very stylish souvenir, and you can also buy slippers made of soft fabric, stylized as clogs. A pair of wooden shoes will cost from 30 EUR, and a pair of fabric ones - from 10 EUR. Prices on the page are as of March 2019.

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Cosmetics and perfumes

In the Netherlands and Amsterdam in particular, it makes sense to buy professional cosmetics for the face and hair. There are many different lines for all skin types, as well as a series of very high quality shampoos and conditioners for curly, dull and damaged hair. There are small beauty shops in the popular supermarkets Vroom & Dreesmann, Hema and Nieu-wendijk, and cosmetics can also be bought in pharmacies and beauty salons.

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Diamonds and Diamonds

Amsterdam is famous for its diamonds and cut diamonds; the cutting craft has been practiced here for more than four centuries, and it is still thriving to this day. There are many jewelry stores in the city, but the best place to buy diamond jewelry is directly from the Coster Diamonds factory, the oldest in Amsterdam. It is located in the very center of the city opposite the Van Gogh Museum, where they conduct excursions and have a shop. Prices at the factory are much lower than in jewelry boutiques, and the possibility of buying a fake is excluded.

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Cheese, beer and other gastronomy

The main gastronomic souvenir from Amsterdam is cheese, not only the world-famous Edam and Gouda, but also many others, including homemade ones, many of which do not leave the country. It is worth paying attention to goat cheese with cumin and not only (the Dutch love to add spices to cheese, and it turns out very well), as well as multi-colored cheeses - pink, green, red and orange. As a souvenir, you can buy a whole set, which includes a cutting board, a cheese knife, cheese and a sausage stick.

It's worth buying local beer in Amsterdam, and it's best to do it at a brewery rather than in a supermarket. The most interesting are Bink with honey flavor and strong beer Maelstorm. However, the Amstel, Grolsch and Heineken varieties we know also differ in taste from those sold in Russia.

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Souvenirs

It is impossible to come to Amsterdam and not bring some erotic souvenir, which are sold throughout the city in specialized stores, and most of them in the Red Light District.

Amsterdam is also famous for its tulips: the flowers themselves are prohibited from being exported from the country, and they won’t survive the flight, but the bulbs can. They are sold at flower markets from 3-5 EUR per pack. It is best to take bulbs packed in tins - this way they are stored better.

Shopping areas in Amsterdam

Nine Streets

Nine Streets is the most popular shopping district in Amsterdam. It is located a 5-minute walk from Dam Square and has many boutiques from popular and lesser-known local brands, as well as vintage clothing, second-hand stores, erotic, jewelry and cosmetics stores.

The most interesting of them:

• Donna Fiera - original women's clothing from local designers;
• Razzmatazz - clothes from Vivienne Westwood and Dexter Wong;
• Goods - budget women's and men's clothing from the brands French Collection UK, Fornarina, Laundry Industry, etc.
• Zipper - vintage and second-hand;
• Van Ravenstein - clothes from popular Belgian designers Dries van Noten, Martin Margiela, Dirk Bikkembergs and Ann Demeulemeester;
• Antonia - exclusive shoes;
• De Witte Tandenwinkel - all kinds of dental care products;
• Skins Cosmetic Lounge - natural cosmetics;
• Stout - erotic lingerie and sex toys.

Don't disdain second-hand shops - in Amsterdam you can find a real treasure there for pennies.

Kalverstraat

The busiest shopping street in the city. There are two large shopping centers here - Magna Plaza and Kalvertoren - and many stores of popular European brands: Esprit, H&M, Levi’s, Vero Moda, Zara, Pepe Jeans, Jack&Jones, River Island, etc. There is also a large bookstore of the Waterstones chain.

Haarlemmerstraat

This street will appeal to those who love everything unusual and vintage. There are small shops here that sell original jewelry and costume jewelry, accessories, strange clothes from young designers, books, souvenirs and toys. The audience is mostly young hipsters who come not so much to shop as to hang out in local cafes and bars. One of the most popular stores here is Nukuhiva, which sells original clothing made in third world countries (the store supports fair trade principles).

Utrechtsestraat

This street has been trying to compete with Kalverstraat and the Nine Streets area for the title of largest shopping area for many years, but so far it holds a confident bronze. One of the interesting things here is the Kom kitchen salon, where you can buy beautiful designer products for the home.

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Shopping centers in Amsterdam

Most shopping malls in Amsterdam are located in the city center, near Dam Square, so you can visit several of them in one shopping trip.

• De Bijenkorf is the largest shopping center in the city. It is already more than 140 years old. Formerly a small button and sewing supply store, today the shopping complex occupies six floors on Dam Square. There are clothing, cosmetics, and jewelry stores here, and festivals, concerts, fashion shows, and other social events regularly take place.

• Bonneterie is a luxurious and old-fashioned shopping center. The assortment of stores is partially the same as De Beijenkorf, but the atmosphere here is different. In 1889, it was a small knitting store of a Jewish couple, but a lot has changed since then: the retail space has expanded, a new modern building was built, but the service has remained family-style and almost home-like.

• Kalvertoren is one of two shopping centers on Kalverstraat. Its 4 floors house H&M, HEMA, Levi's, Dockers, Quiksilver, Timberland, as well as Swatch, Douglas and Hilfiger Denim. The top floor, built in the form of a glass tower, offers a very beautiful view of the city.

• Magna Plaza is the second shopping center on Kalverstraat, located in a 19th century building. There you can find fashionable designer clothes, as well as inexpensive brands Mango, Miss Sixty, America Today, etc. On the ground floor there is a piano, where a pianist plays on weekends and holidays, and there is also a Henri Willig cheese store.

• Metz&Co is a luxury shopping center and the oldest department store in Amsterdam. The main assortment is luxury brands.

• Vroom & Dressman is a chain shopping center in the mid-price segment. There is a standard selection of budget brands of clothing, shoes and accessories, but the most interesting thing is the grocery department and restaurant La Place, which sells and serves the freshest products, and also has its own bakery.

Outlets in Amsterdam

There are not many outlets in Amsterdam. The most interesting (and in fact the only) is located 150 km from Amsterdam in Roermond. It is called Designer Outlet Roermond, it presents more than 150 brands of clothing and shoes: Nike, Mustang, Diesel, Benetton, Marc O'Polo, Miss Sixty, etc. Discounts reach 50-70%, you can get here by train from the main city railway station .

Amsterdam markets

Be sure to visit the markets in Amsterdam - they are colorful and often themed: flea markets, book markets, flower markets.

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Albert Cuyp Market

This market has been operating since 1904 and since then has been famous primarily for its products and spices of excellent quality. There are about 300 stalls where you can find fresh vegetables and fruits, a wide variety of farm cheeses, exotic herbs (allowed for export from the country) and seasonings, fresh fish and much more. There are a lot of tourists here, but prices remain relatively low, so on Saturdays there are a lot of people here.

Antique market De Looier

This is an indoor market where they sell antiques: furniture, jewelry, jewelry, toys and other antique items. There is very little junk here, unlike other similar markets; most things either really have historical value or are simply very beautiful; cheating is not accepted here. On Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays, anyone can rent a stall and come trade antiques from their collection, so these days are the most interesting at the market.

Art Market "Art Play Spui"

A very interesting market and hangout spot for Amsterdam bohemians, located on the square of the same name, surrounded by bookstores. Every Sunday, artists - 25 people, no more - come here and sell their works, and all this is accompanied by live music.

Book market

Another colorful market on Spey Square, located next to the antique market. Here you can find rare editions of books and comics, vintage photographs and retro posters, as well as engravings and reproductions.

Flower market

The peculiarity of this market is that it is floating - the counters are located literally right on the water. Fresh flowers, seeds and bulbs are sold here all year round. Even if you don’t have any plans to buy and you’re a bit of a nerd, it’s worth coming here if only to look at all this beauty.

Farmers market on Nordenmarkt

This market is quite young (opened in 1987), but an entire book has already been written and published about it. It has become so popular thanks to truly high-quality environmentally friendly products, which are not easy to find in big cities. Both local fans of healthy eating and tourists come here in search of fresh cheeses and other national delicacies.

Flea market Waterloplein

A flea market could not help but arise in Amsterdam - a city where everything strange and vintage is so loved. It has existed since 1893 (originally it was a Jewish bazaar), and in the 60-70s. it was occupied by hippies, and this atmosphere is partially preserved here to this day. Today you can buy original and vintage clothing here - from fashionable T-shirts with unusual prints to military uniforms, as well as various attributes of youth culture: posters, comics, backpacks, audio and DVDs, etc. On the shelves, as at any flea market , there is a lot of junk, but among it you can find really rare things for very little money.

Tax free

In Amsterdam, you can return up to 21% of the money spent on purchases (this is the standard VAT rate, for products it is less - 6%). To do this, you need to spend at least 50 EUR in the store (note that the store must have a special Tax Free Shopping sticker), fill out a special form at the checkout and present it along with your passport and purchase at the airport before departure. The money will be returned immediately in cash or within a few days to the card with which the purchase was paid.

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Flea markets are very popular in Europe. Visitors and sellers often come here just to chat, meet with friends and acquaintances. Such a European weekend. Of course, there are professional market traders who earn their living this way, but they are a minority. The key contingent of buyers are collectors, all kinds of hipsters and tourists.

Amsterdam flea market- the personification of the entire European culture of “flea markets”. Scattered throughout the city are a great variety of open and paid markets, a whole infrastructure of markets, divided by type (book, clothing, etc.). Sometimes it seems like everyone is trading here! Even the government in the Netherlands supports the development of street trading by annually making a gift to all its participants. On April 30, all taxes on street tents are canceled for a day; on this day the whole country looks like one giant market. By the way, it's the Queen's birthday.

The Amsterdam flea market is a place of relaxation and part of European culture

One of the largest in Europe and, perhaps, the most famous in -. If you expect to see a crowded market square with a crowd, noisy barkers and the like, you are seriously mistaken. The Amsterdam flea market is more like a nice shopping center where they sell all kinds of “junk”. The streets are clean, the people are friendly, there are several open cafes nearby for relaxation, with delicious lunches and aromatic Dutch coffee. Visitors are not in a hurry, they calmly walk between the aisles, take a closer look, and communicate with the sellers. Once here, you feel a certain peace, a feeling of a day off, which is extremely unusual for our bazaars and this makes it even more interesting. And all because the Amsterdam flea market is more of a place to relax, as already mentioned, part of European culture, in which there is no place for vanity.

What's so special about the Waterlooplein flea market?

A visit to the Waterlooplein is included in many Amsterdam tours. The market will be most interesting to collectors of all stripes and simply lovers of vintage items. Where else, for example, can you find a Pink Floyd vinyl collection in perfect condition for 10 euros? Coins, porcelain figurines, magazines, posters, cameras and many other collectibles pile up on the shelves at Waterlooplein. Books are worth highlighting as a separate item; this is the most abundant product here. It’s not a fact that there will be a valuable copy, there is certainly more junk, but it’s worth a look. Also, many tourists find interesting items on the market for decorating their home or country interior: wood crafts, paintings, designer items, etc. There are also clothes and shoes, both new and second hand.

Waterlooplein Market – how to find it and opening hours

Waterlooplein is located in the very center of the capital. Finding the Amsterdam flea market on the map is very simple: look at it, behind it is Rembrandtpleind (Rembrandt's house) and right next to it we see the market. Official opening hours: 09:00 – 17:30 on weekdays and 08:30 – 17:30 on Saturdays, closed on Sundays. However, both during the week and on weekends, most traders unpack around lunchtime and leave late in the evening.

Amsterdam flea market how to get there?

The actual address, for those who take a taxi, is Waterlooplein, 1011. If you move from Central Station, it is best to take the metro to the market stop, or walk for about 15-20 minutes. Also, tram number 14 comes here, from central square and numbers 1, 2, 5, 13 from the Magna Plaza shopping center. If you have a personal car, you need to approach from the Wibautstraat metro station, there is underground parking there, otherwise there will simply be nowhere to leave your car.

Waterlooplein Market, like any “flea market” in Amsterdam, is a very exciting place, you don’t have to buy anything, you just need to drop in here, have a look, become a participant in local traditions, and enjoy the flavor.

Waterlooplein: what can you find at the Amsterdam flea market?

European flea markets are my secret weakness. My legs simply carry me to where I can find some kind of well-worn colorful thing with its own, often unknown to anyone, but definitely fascinating history. Tourists in Amsterdam are advised to go to the Waterlooplein market for such items. Of course, I didn’t pass by either.

Waterlooplein market on the map of Amsterdam:

To begin with, it is worth noting that in Europe - at least in Germany and Holland for sure - there are a lot of shops where old things are sold. From teaspoons and kitchen utensils to vintage handbags, original interior items and other mi-mi-mi (however, brutal things too).

Last fall, when I learned about the existence of a flea market in Amsterdam, I simply lost sleep :) And, as soon as the opportunity arose, I went to it.

First impression

Amsterdam's most famous, legendary flea market – that sounds promising! In fact, at first glance it seemed to me somehow too clean and neat, without that wild spontaneity inherent, for example, in the flea markets of Goa.

Although part of the assortment - Nepalese things - is from there!

But perhaps these are just my high expectations - after all, my imagination painted wow, what endless spaces and desired chaos! OK, after all, we are not on the coast of India, but in civilized Europe :)

What can you find at a flea market?

Should we hope to dig up real treasures in the rubble of Waterlooplein? Hardly (although, of course, value is a flexible concept). Personally, I have not noticed a single person here who brought his personal belongings to the market, not “filtered” by the watchful eye of professionals. But time after time I observed extremes in the market assortment - either everything was clean, shiny, polished...

...Sometimes even new (though often quite unsightly) - clothes, spare parts for bicycles, various oriental gadgets.

...Or completely trash - clothes, shoes, bags, small metal things (like badges, hooks, door handles, bolts, nuts) that lie on the ground in mountains and piles.

But I liked these bags. However, I didn’t find a price tag for them. But I can assume that it is 10 times lower than what is displayed in local “vintage stores”.

You can also find interesting things for the interior of an apartment or cottage.

These colored bicycles, by the way, are made from the remains of their cousins ​​found in canals.

People asked me how much the Volkswagen in the photo costs. On the roof of one of them (on a yellow car) the price is 30 euros. I saw similar models in Antiek stores for 40 - 50 euros.

A significant part of the market is occupied by bookstores.

And Waterlooplein also offers an abundance of… astrakhan fur coats! And they say “Greenpeace-Greenpeace!” :) I was too shy to ask the price, I’ll correct myself in the winter :)

Do you want a wedding dress? Yes please!

A book by Steve Jobs or a magazine with naked women? Whatever!

You can buy here too. But, in fact, the choice is not that great, and it is better to walk to them, which is a 7-minute walk from Waterlooplein.

Is it worth going to Waterlooplein?

I've heard different impressions. From “Aaaaaaah, God, what a beauty! How can I fit everything I bought into my suitcase?!” to “Ugh, that’s trash, let’s run away from here!” My personal opinion is definitely yes, it’s worth it. At Waterlooplein you will be able to feel the atmosphere of the city, enjoy the brightness of the colors, be surprised by something - in general, you will definitely get a fresh dose of emotions. And given that the market is located in the center of Amsterdam, visiting this attraction will not take you much time.

Waterlooplein market opening hours. According to the official version, the flea market operates according to the following schedule: “Monday – Saturday 9:00 – 18:00.” But, according to my observations, at 10 o’clock many sellers are just starting to unpack their luggage :)

Where else can flea market lovers go in Holland?

Antiek Stores

I have already mentioned Antiek stores, which represent a golden mean - they are not “licked” especially for tourists, but at the same time they do not dump all the goods in a mountain, but are carefully placed on shelves. It’s no longer a second-hand item, but it’s not yet an antique :) There I found, for example, this “alcoholic set” for 5 euros. It looks quite innocent, but in fact it’s just like wine! Corkscrew, wine bottle stopper and beer opener. I’ll modestly keep silent about a lot of other “treasures” that have nowhere to put them :)