The Waterhole is a fun little club a friend and I walked into while we were in Amsterdam…read more They had live music that was entertaining, good food (we weren't too hungry, but got some Biterballen as a late night snack), and a super fun vibe overall. If you're looking for some live music in Amsterdam, any night of the week, definitely check out The Waterhole!

Love this bar! The live music was amazing, drink menu is good, there's pool tables and that vibrant…read morevibe was the best thing about this bar!

Paradiso had a very cool atmosphere as it was built inside the church. Get tickets before for a…read morelower fee. We paid €20 on a Friday night and it wasn't crazy fun of a crowd. It was latin night where the salsa was fun but there weren't that many people.

This place is right along the river behind the Hard Rock Cafe. It's hard to miss this enormous…read morechurch looking building. My one gripe, which I expected because I've been to Amsterdam before, is the 4 euro membership charge for concerts. I'm sure it's well known among locals but beware that your ticket price will not be the only charge. The inside of this venue is beautiful. We were there to see Kevin Devine. He was playing in the smaller room upstairs. They had a full bar and a very intimate feel. Sound and lighting was great. Always an awesome time when I get to see KD.

cash only grungy style music venue…read more i miss these kinds of places where the music is honest, you can chat with the band after the show and the no frills means the beers are cheap. Love and will be back (with more cash)

There are concert halls, and then there is the Concertgebouw. If you have the chance to see a…read moreperformance here, take it--it's an bucket-list experience for a reason. Majestic, historic, and surprisingly inclusive. While the building looks incredibly formal, the atmosphere inside is welcoming. I've seen everything from full suits to smart-casual attire, so don't feel intimidated. I've uploaded some photos of the Grote Zaal (Main Hall), but pictures can't capture the acoustics. The sound is so crisp and 'near' that you feel every note. It's easily one of the best-sounding rooms in the world. It's right on Museumplein. Trams 2, 5, and 12 drop you almost at the door. I used the Q-Park Museumplein right across the street. It's very convenient, though I'd recommend pre-booking a spot on show nights. The Cloakroom is free and very efficient--use it so you don't have to juggle your coat in the steep seating rows! They often offer a complimentary drink during the interval (check your ticket!), which is a classy touch.

Great seats and acoustics and beautiful sauce with names of famous musicians inside. Free drinks…read moreincluded before and during intermission / I tried red wine, white wine, OJ and service was friendly. Also plenty of small restrooms scattered throughout, lots of lounges, also areas to put your clothes free by the stairs. I left during one intermission to catch an early flight and doors are locked, except for one set that is way down the hall and to the left. Tram right in front of that concert house. I would recommend first row balcony for best views and feet discs or the stadium seating behind the orchestra. Highly recommended!

The Vondelpark open air theatre is really great. It is a fun way to spend a Sunday afternoon…read morelistening to live music out in sunshine. On Saturday evenings there is often (dutch) comedy. I went there yesterday to see a friends band play and it was very nice. You can get your drinks and food at the bar 'Vondeling' which is located in front of the theatre.

From june until september there are free shows (music, cinema, theatre, dance) on friday, saturday…read moreand sunday. I have been visiting concert and realy enjoy the vibe. The audience is mixed and the performances are in general good. Sometimes wheather can be challenge, but performers can be creative by inviting the audience on stage. Tip. Picknick baskets are perfectly fine, so do consider to take along drinks amd snacks.

Went to this for a show last week. Lovely venue with lovely vibe. Good sound & general…read moreorganisation. One bar staff member a bit grumpy but other than that it was a really good night out.

Funky place to stay. Was in Amsterdam for a week of meetings. Very reasonably priced especially for…read moreAmsterdam. Was worried about noise from all the musicians but very quiet in the rooms. Room had no dresser or closet but comfortable bed. Very close to some good restaurants and very near tram and bus lines

Visited here with a party of six. Enjoyed the selection of spirits including that they had Non…read morealcohol options. We started with the oysters which were fresh and tasty. I enjoyed every part of my three course meal from the beef carpaccio, ravioli to lamb. I was especially impressed with the chef's awareness of night shade allergies and thoughtfulness about what he could add to my plate that wouldn't be harmful. In fact, when he learned that I had shared that I had allergies to tomatoes and potatoes he sent our server back to confirm that I had a night shade allergy and that he shouldn't put eggplant on my plate. The inside of the restaurant is also picturesque so even though it was pouring raining outside it was pleasant inside.

Our Hampton Inn recommended this place. We got there and were very unsure as we looked at the menu…read moreand thought about leaving. We ended up staying and each ordered the 3-course meal. Everything both of us had was fantastic. Probably the best meal we had in Amsterdam, Bruges, or Paris so far.

For the past 16 months, I have been subjected to relentless & unhinged domestic abuse by a staff…read moremember working at this organisation (Lucia De Goede). I am a highly vulnerable person who suffers from severe health problems, something staff member knows only too well. Abuse has involved deprivation of access to food, regular threats, harassment, destruction of property & threats to do so, threats of violence, calculated & deliberate torture of my severe health problems, attempting to spread lies about me as a cover for the abuse, extreme anti-social behaviour & psychological abuse & plenty more. Naturally, the impact of all this on my health has been enormous - & I have been driven to the point of suicide & forced to take early retirement due to ill health & trauma. I have tried absolutely everything to try to manage, cope with & work around this all, whilst suffering in silence, but have been left a shell of my former self. Indeed, staff member invested so much energy into all this sick abuse, that inevitably they exhausted themselves from all their angry & hateful, fixated & obsessive behaviour - & then bunked off work for many months! This says a lot I believe about the kind of 'professional' they are & the kind of business this is. To be continued.

The former Majellakerk, now home to the Nederlands Philharmonisch Orkest (NedPho). The orchestra…read morerenovated this church beautifully to serve as their rehearsal space as well as administrative offices. One of the things that I like the most is that they put soundproof glass walls in between the rehearsal space and the offices so that the administrative staff can watch the orchestra rehearse from their offices, and feel more a part of what the orchestra is doing! It's a really nice touch, though I must say sometimes I get a little distracted during rehearsal by people watching - but that's just my own ADD talking. It also serves as a small concert hall, primarily for community outreach (school concerts) but there are regular kids concerts and concerts given my small ensembles made up of orchestra members. If you live in the neighbourhood you should definitely check the schedule.

Gorgeous classical music venue with a traditional rectangular shape. Truly excellent acoustics,…read moreit's a great place to see a concert while in Amsterdam even if it isn't their world renowned symphony (Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra). Tickets were very easy to purchase online from overseas. Be sure to arrive early and walk around the building and check out the neighborhood as well. It's a tranquil experience that provides a nice break from the crowds and chaos in some of the other neighborhoods.

There is one day out of the week that you can go and watch the musicians practice for free. This is…read morea beautiful concert hall close to many attractions. You have to get there early and stand in line for the free tickets, but it is worth the wait.