Fotomomuseum housed in two monumental 17th century canal houses. 

The best place to read a book outside or inside one of the greenhouses and be surrounded by all of these different species of nature.

Coffee and food in a Scandinavian setting. Just like home.

Known for their ceramics and carefully thought-out details. Get ready to spend a small fortune.

The city's biggest flea market is hosted the first weekend of each month in and around a gigantic warehouse in the industrial area of NDSM in Amsterdam Noord. I love to snuff around the hundreds of stalls to find unusual props. Taking the boat to cross the IJ and leaving the old centre behind is very refreshing. Make sure to also have a drink in Noorderlicht while the sun sets.