Best shopping spots in Amsterdam

Looking for the best shopping spots in Amsterdam? You're in the right place. We've reviewed dozens of options across the city — from must-see icons to local favourites tucked away in the side streets — so you can spend less time planning and more time exploring. Most of the shopping spots below are walkable from the city centre, and almost all are open year-round.

1. 1
   The Nine Streetsshopping Verified

   Nine charming canal-side streets packed with boutiques, vintage shops and cafés.

   4.7(11,200)

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2. 2
   Albert Cuyp Marketfood

   The largest daily street market in the Netherlands, in the lively De Pijp neighbourhood.

   4.5(16,400)

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3. 3
   Kalverstraatshopping

   Amsterdam's busiest pedestrian shopping street, running from Dam Square to Muntplein.

   4.4(18,200)

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4. 4
   Haarlemmerstraat & Haarlemmerdijkshopping

   Once voted the city's most fun shopping street — independent boutiques and delis.

   4.7(5,210)

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5. 5
   Noordermarktmarket

   Saturday farmers' market and Monday flea market in the Jordaan.

   4.7(6,210)

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6. 6
   IJ-Hallenmarket

   Europe's largest flea market, on the NDSM Wharf one weekend a month.

   4.6(9,210)

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7. 7
   P.C. Hooftstraatluxury

   Amsterdam's luxury shopping street — Chanel, Hermès, Louis Vuitton.

   4.5(4,210)

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8. 8
   Magna PlazaFree entry Verified

   Grand 19th-century shopping arcade in a former post office behind Dam Square.

   4.5(8,210)

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9. 9
   De Bijenkorf AmsterdamFree entry Verified

   The Netherlands' most iconic luxury department store, on Dam Square.

   4.5(12,100)

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10. 10
    Tony's Chocolonely Super Store€4

    Flagship store of the famous fair-trade chocolate brand.

    4.8(8,210)

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11. 11
    Moco Store€10

    Pop-art and street-art prints, books and gifts from the Moco Museum.

    4.5(1,820)

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Why Amsterdam for shopping spots

Amsterdam is one of the top Dutch cities for shopping spots, thanks to its canals and museums. Most of the best spots are within easy walking or cycling distance of the centre.

Insider tips

Visit on weekday mornings to avoid crowds. Many shopping spots in Amsterdam accept online reservations — booking ahead almost always saves time and money in peak season.

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