Bijenkorf

The Bijenkorf has several locations across the Netherlands, but the department store on Dam Square is still the largest and most recognisable. Here, excellent service, the latest trends, special events and an extensive range of designer products are combined. Address: Dam 1 (Google Maps), www.debijenkorf.nl

Magna Plaza

Directly behind the Royal Palace on Dam Square you may find an elegant 19th century building, called Magna Plaza. Magna Plaza is a nice, small shopping mall. This is the place to shop for designer clothing and fashion accessories. Address: Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal 182 (Google Maps), www.magnaplaza.nl

Kalverpassage

The Kalverpassage is a shopping centre located on Kalverstraat. This popular, modern shopping centre contains a small Hema, and big fashion stores like H&M, American Today, Mango, Replay, Quiksilver, Levi’s, Timberland and DKNY. The shopping centre also offers plenty of opportunities to stop for a drink or a bite to eat. Address: Kalverstraat 212-220 (Google Maps), www.kalvertoren.nl

Hema

Hema is known for its everyday products with attractive designs at affordable prices, all within a uniquely organised shop layout. Often considered the Netherlands ‘best-kept secret’, Hema embodies how many Dutch people see themselves: easy-going, honest, practical, unpretentious and budget-conscious, based on rationality and clarity.

The shop offers several iconic items, including: tompoucen (rectangular pastry, with two layers of puff pastry), smoked sausages, stroopwafels (syrup waffles), gingerbread and Dutch cheese. Address: www.hema.nl/winkel-zoeken

Villa Arena

With over fifty home furnishing shops on 75,000 m², Villa Arena is the largest home furnishing shopping centre in the Netherlands. For a new interior, this is the place to be for inspiration and shopping. The mall is located right next to the Ajax stadium.

On the ground floor and 2nd floor, you will find various brasseries and restaurants. With a cup of coffee, this is the ideal starting point for your search for the perfect interior. Address: De Entree 1 (Google Maps), www.villaarena.nl, Train or metro (including line 54 towards Gein). Get off at Bijlmer ArenA station (Google Maps).

Gelderlandplein

Want versatile and indoor shopping in Amsterdam Zuid? Be surprised by more than 90 (specialty) shops and restaurants, surrounded by impressive works of art by well-known artists. Combine the pleasure of shopping with a visit to one of the cosy eateries.

In winter (from October to February), there is a skating rink for children next to Kiddieland. In addition, you can stay overnight at the Element Amsterdam Hotel for a complete stay. Address: Van Leijenberghlaan 43 (Google Maps), www.gelderlandplein.nl