Most lists of city recommendations are overwhelming, with days worth of recommendations. Instead, I thought I’d offer my three must-see places per city that I’ve spent enough time in to have worthwhile suggestions.
Updated 2026
The best wine bar, the best restaurant, just… the best. I’ve been more times than I could count
De Clercqstraat 105H, 1053 AH Amsterdam
I don’t even have the words for this one. It’s the best cocktails you can get.
Amstelveenseweg 53, 1075 VT Amsterdam
As advertised. Listen to some jazz and drink. Surprisingly, it sits among a lot of touristy places, but don’t let the convenient location fool you, this place is fantastic
Korte Leidsedwarsstraat 115, 1017 PX Amsterdam
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