Looking for fun things to do this February? We’ve got you covered with our special to do this list! Spoiler alert: we’ve got something interesting for those who love good Italian food & fine wines. Well, who doesn’t?
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A dose of cultural fun
As you all know, the city has reopened all doors to city attractions & restaurants & bars. What better way to make your stay at one of our Park Plaza hotels even better than by visiting one of the best museums? Museums like Rijksmuseum, MOCO, Van Gogh Museum, Scheepvaartsmuseum, Anne Frank and NEMO, and attractions such as the A’dam Lookout and the EYE film institute are all close by. Get your tickets with our concierge & start exploring the city as we would.
An Italian Valentine’s Day
Celebrate the most romantic weekend with some Italian charm. Walk along the most beautiful canals with shining city lights or visit the leafy Vondelpark and finish at TOZI for our special San Valentine cicchetti dinner for two. Start your evening by snuggling up to the cozy fireplace in the bar with a special Valentine’s cocktail while the vintage Italian black & white movies provide you a romantic backdrop. Reserve your table.
Family treasures at Van Gogh Museum
Spend the afternoon in the Van Gogh Museum to take part in the latest exhibition. What’s more? For kids they have developed a special treasure hunt to occupy the kids allowing them to explore the entire exhibit while answering many fun questions. Tip: don’t forget to hand in your answer sheet, you’ll receive a little treat!
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Explore the city on foot!
Amsterdam is the ultimate city to flutter your wings & start exploring all local hotspots by foot during your staycation. With plenty of parks, green spaces and woods that are perfect for a spot for running, walking or cycling. Locals favorites; Vondelpark, Amsterdamse Bos, Amstelpark, River Amsterdam, Westerpark, Beatrixpark & many others.
Next to all the city highlights you also have Amsterdam’s uptown neighborhood Oud-Zuid, just steps from the beautiful Vondelpark, the perfect place for a stroll at any time of year. After a long day of sightseeing in the museums you can unwind in one of the restaurants & bars nearby after a perfect walk along the canals & parks.
Spend the day at Noordermarkt!
Situated on the edge of Noordermarkt where you can mix amongst true locals at this charming market as they pick fresh flowers, vintage wear and seasonal market produce for their weekend cooking. You can find Winkel 43 with the best apple pie in Amsterdam! Or visit other local markets such as ZuiderMRKT (Saturdays from 9.30am – 5pm) or Albert Cuyp Market (Daily from 9am – 5pm, Sundays closed).
To enjoy your Amsterdam trip to the fullest, book your stay at Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam or Park Plaza Vondelpark Amsterdam.
