A kilometer full of nothing but shops on both sides and people on the roads. If you want to get a feel of what the Amsterdam vibe is all about, this is the place to be in. This pedestrian area is close to the Central Station. Shopping in this area gifts you the added advantage of some sightseeing as well mainly because this road leads to the Dam square around which you can find the Royal Palace, Madame Tussauds and Nieuwe Kerk.

Kalverstraat stretches out to the other side of the square. Look out for any brand name and you can find it here. Spui, is one area you can look forward to as a respite from shopping in this area. You can also think of enjoying a quiet drink in the very many cafes, restaurants and bars in Spui.