Even traveling alone in Amsterdam can hold huge surprises and a lot of fun.
Traveling alone, especially at night in Amsterdam, is an exciting experience , here, in fact, there is no shortage of things to do. Contrary to popular belief, the Dutch capital is not just about red-light districts and transgression. Amsterdam is a colorful, multi-ethnic, cultural and captivating city all to discover.
Amsterdam is a city of many resources, able to please the tastes of all people, even those of solo travelers who choose to spend just one night in this multifaceted city.
Once the sun goes down, the Dutch capital offers dozens and dozens of alternatives to enjoy exploring its nooks and crannies, learning about its beauty and having a good time. Many people know it exclusively as a transgressive city, but Amsterdam is not only that, for it is also romantic and rich in culture.
What is possible then to do one night in Amsterdam alone? We will find out together in the following article.
A canal cruise at night
Amsterdam is an enchanting and captivating city that should be seen in every nuance and from every angle, even when the night is illuminated by a thousand lights from street lamps and the windows of lit clubs. This is why we recommend seeing it directly from a boat: there is no shortage of companies that organize night cruises complete with dinner or refreshments on board and offer the chance to see Amsterdam perfectly lit up.
These cruises are very relaxing and romantic, lasting about an hour and taking place by circumnavigating the city so as to catch its nuances from multiple angles, as well as its beauty and magic.
Walking the city streets at night
Amsterdam is a city to be experienced all-around, which is why in addition to recommending that you see it by taking a cruise on a boat, we recommend that you stroll through its cobblestone streets, illuminated by streetlights with an extremely romantic air. In winter there is a plus, namely the chance to see for yourself the incredible installations of theAmsterdam Light Festival, which spectacularly illuminate its canals and streets.
Walking through the streets of the city, one is enraptured by the lights of the dozens of establishments that dot them and their variety: when one wants to take a break and drink a good beer, one is spoiled for choice.
Stop at Amsterdam’s red light district
Another must-see destination even on a solo trip to Amsterdam is undoubtedly to the red-light district, at least to ascertain what it really consists of. Definitely not an ideal stop for families with young children, however, the Red Light District is an undisputed tourist attraction for the curious who, at the very least, want to check it out. During quesot tour you can take a stroll and look at the windows of really eccentric stores and museums. Regardless of everything and personal ideas, one soon realizes that the bars and clubs in the area are always crowded with tourists wishing to relax while enjoying a drink.
Going to a concert at the Concertgebouw
Everyone is familiar with the Concertgebouw concert hall in Amsterdam, which is internationally known because it offers exceptional acoustics, to say the least. The Concertgebouw concert hall was designed by A.L van Gendt, opened in 1881 and renovated over the years.While today it is a perfect nighttime destination for music lovers, it is also one of the city’s great prides.
We recommend visiting it regardless of being he experienced connoisseur of music, because here in the evenings it is possible to attend performances of unique quality, in a setting that is nothing short of extraordinary. That would be an alternative way to travel alone in Amsterdam.
Visiting Amsterdam’s museums by night
Does traveling alone in Amsterdam represent a cultural experience? Of course, yes, even at night. The fact that it is after dinner means you have to give up culture; in fact, in ecclectic Amsterdam on weekends you can visit museums and galleries that stay open late.
On Fridays, the Van Gogh Museum and the Stedelijk Museum stay open until 10 p.m., while TheEye Film Museum on Fridays and Saturdays opens until 11 p.m. On the first Saturday of the month you can take advantage of the“Night of the Museums” event, a captivating event in which about 50 museums take part that stay open from 7 p.m. to 2 a.m. and in which shows, special events, concerts and tours are organized that you will not easily forget and over all, we recommend not to miss for anything in the world.
The Big Night: Clubs and nightclubs
What has made Amsterdam the ideal destination for the young and old from all over the world who are looking for fun are definitely the clubs and nightclubs. Amsterdam is an ideal city for traveling alone.
There is certainly no shortage of clubs in Amsterdam in which to go dancing until dawn, but if in addition you are also a music fan and admire world-class DJs, stop by Club Paradiso and Melkweg.
In many places you can sit down to drink a local beer and listen to excellent bands performing playing live music. To list all of Amsterdam’s famous nightclubs here is impossible because one article would not be enough.
A movie at the cinema or theater
If dancing in a disco is not what you want to do one night in Amsterdam and you prefer a more relaxing cultural pastime, then you can take the opportunity to go to the cinema or theater.
The Dutch FilmHallen features both Hollywood and European award-winning films, as well as numerous premieres. The FoodHallen, on the other hand, is a food hall near the cinema and in which there are numerous stands and food trucks serving street food from around the world. There is also a chance to see a movie at the Tuschinski Theater, a historic theater from the 1920s that still retains the same appearance
original.
Before dawn
Traveling alone night in Amsterdam alone can truly be a worthwhile experience; there is no shortage of attractions, as well as entertainment and numerous activities, including cultural ones. We recommend making a list and organizing your night tour well so that you don’t forget anything and decide what attracts you the most: some people might be fans of discos and DJs, others will be intrigued by eclectic places like the red light district, while still others won’t want to miss the beautiful Dutch museums for anything in the world.
The only problem will be having to decide what to do and what not to do, because events and entertainment are on every corner and one night may not be enough!
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