Western Canal Ring
Once the jewellery in the window draws you in, you'll find yourself here for hours, selecting gorgeous beads, gems, charms and trinkets to design your own…
Must-see shopping in The Netherlands
Southern Canal Ring
Browsing for jenever (Dutch gin) and French and Italian wines at this genteel, galleried shop with a pedigree stretching back to 1880 is an absolute…
Western Canal Ring
Apart from some smaller items such as toasters and perfume bottles, most of the local and international designs here are larger pieces (sofas, chairs,…
Southern Canal Ring
Dutch artist Mark Raven's calligraphic paintings, drawings and sketches depict Amsterdam's cityscapes. They're sold here as affordable artworks and…
Southern Canal Ring
Skater-dude heaven, with everything required for the freewheeling lifestyle: cruisers, longboards, shoes, laces, caps, beanies, bags, backpacks, and…
Amsterdam
Bobbing mobiles and suspended toys have a motor and strings keeping them in fascinating constant motion in the window of this busy toyshop. There are…
Southern Canal Ring
Look Out has been peddling funky threads since 1972, and is run by the daughter of the original founder. Catering to men and women, it sells notably…
Amsterdam
A Miffy (Nijntje in Dutch) emporium, devoted entirely to the much-adored character of Dutch illustrator Dick Bruna. The mouthless one is celebrated in all…
Jordaan & the West
This geekalicious shop will sate even the most hardcore Star Wars fanatic, DC comics collector or Stanley Kubrick obsessive. Get lost in the memorabilia,…
Jordaan & the West
Limited-edition rock 'n' roll prints of Robert Plant, Debbie Harry, Sting and tons of others are all sold here for relatively small change, in a format of…
Overijssel
A bookstore and cafe magnificently ensconced in the church of a 15th-century Dominican convent, complete with stained-glass windows, frescoed ceiling and…
South Holland
More than 50 types of locally produced cheese are displayed in this cheese shop, with some free samples so you can be sure of what you're buying. It also…
Amsterdam
A trove of ribbons, feathers and fabric, and iron-on patches from Mexican skulls to Russian dolls. You'll start to imagine you'll sew (or iron on) one day…
Amsterdam
Founded in 1840, Coster is Europe's oldest working diamond factory. Watch the polishers at work on a free guided tour – more interesting than the nearby…
Amsterdam
This branch of one of the Netherlands' leading outdoors stores stocks a good range of women's clothing and accessories. It's just around the corner from…
Amsterdam
Kids and grown-ups will appreciate this specialised kite shop, which also sells lots of other random stuff, from solar-powered hula dancers to lantern…
Southern Canal Ring
Dutch and international design is stunningly showcased at this three-storey 'lifestyle studio', with sofas, workstations, bookshelves, lighting, cushions,…
Southern Canal Ring
A large commercial gallery selling paintings, prints, ceramics and sculptures by some of the most famous members of the CoBrA (Copenhagen, Brussels,…
Jordaan & the West
This little shop just sells one musical instrument: the ukulele. All of its stock is quality checked and adjusted, ready for play; ask about uke concerts…
Medieval Centre & Red Light District
The 'most vibrating shop in town' is actually pretty classy. Choose from a massive assortment of devices that can battery power your and/or your partner's…
Jordaan & the West
Bargain-priced clothing and fabrics are sold at 170 stalls at the Westermarkt (which isn't in fact on Westermarkt but on Westerstraat, just near the…
De Pijp
This colourful shop brims with enamel treasures, including metal tableware. The Dutch signs, such as the unmistakable 'coffeeshop' signs, make quirky…
Groningen
With counter constructed from upcycled beer crates, there is no mistaking what this hipster boutique sells: craft beer from the Netherlands and elsewhere.
Delft
Delftware outfit De Candelaer is located just off the Markt. It employs three artists, who don't seem to mind customers watching them while they work.
Overijssel
This tiny shop opposite the Bergkerk is stuffed to the gills with walking and cycling maps and guidebooks, primarily for the Netherlands and Europe.
Western Canal Ring
Run by artists, this bookshop sells one-of-a-kind artist-created books. Some tell elegantly illustrated stories; others are riffs on graphic motifs.
De Pijp
Noor's affordable modern fashion may make you want to skip the competition at the Albert Cuypmarkt altogether. Don't miss the jam-packed sale rack.
Rotterdam
Caroline Poiesz designs fetching 1950s-style women's clothing and sells it alongside retro pieces by other local designers at this cute boutique.
De Pijp
Feel the love in this wedding shop, where keepsakes and ephemera include whimsical cake toppers in boy-girl, boy-boy and girl-girl couplings.
Amsterdam
A charming little concept store selling chic accessories, jewellery and quirky yet classy homewares and gifts. It also has an on-site cafe.
Southern Canal Ring
This stylish and prominent gallery shows and sells contemporary art, prints, photography, and books from international artists.
Amsterdam
Stocks clothing for hip, young women along with accessories and quirky, cool homewares. There are a few branches around town.
Groningen
One of three shops selling vinyl records on Steentilstraat, Headline stands out for its selection of unique and rare albums.
Amsterdam
This packed-to-the-gills shop has a great range of good-quality secondhand threads, from '90s shirts to '70s maxi dresses.
Den Haag
Entered from Spuistraat, Hofweg or Gravenstraat, this elegant, 19th-century covered arcade is home to stores and cafes.
Delft
A selection of colourful clothes and homewares fills this shop, which also has a cafe section with courtyard seating.
Medieval Centre & Red Light District
This outlet of the local chain has a wide choice of 'magic truffles', pipes and bongs, along with novelty gifts.
Amsterdam
Sells women's clothing and menswear from labels such as American Vintage, Kings of Indigo and Notes du Nord.
Southern Canal Ring
This small, fine gallery specialises in magnificent contemporary Dutch realist paintings and sculptures.
Amsterdam
This store is skater and graffiti-artist heaven with clothing, graffiti supplies and edgy accessories.
