NDSM

Cultural center · Buiksloterham ·

NDSM

Cultural center · Buiksloterham ·

Industrial shipyard transformed into a creative hub with street art

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NDSM-Plein 90C, 1033 WB Amsterdam, Netherlands Get directions

@nomadicmatt

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16 Off the Beaten Path Attractions in Amsterdam (Updated 2025)

"Once an industrial shipyard, NDSM Wharf has been transformed into a lively cultural and artist space with urban beaches, a crane-turned hotel, restaurants and cafes in converted greenhouses and shipping containers, the STRAAT street-art museum, an arcade bar, evening beach film screenings, monthly flea markets, electronic music parties, and a perpetually creative atmosphere — there’s always something interesting happening." - Matthew Kepnes

https://www.nomadicmatt.com/travel-blogs/off-the-beaten-track-in-amsterdam/

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Neighbourhood spotlight: Noord, Amsterdam - SilverKris

"A former industrial wharf transformed into a creative hub of silos and warehouses, now a cultural melting pot featuring artist-led regeneration, workshops, boutiques, skateboarding and a lively art scene." - Venetia Rainey

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NDSM

Carol W.

Google

It won't be everyone's cup of tea but I love this area. Lots of great places to eat but you'll need to wander about. It's colorful, messy but a great vibe. Not so sure it's the best place for someone in a wheelchair. Dogs are welcome most places and there are enough grassy places to do their business.

Omokaro N.

Google

I’ve always loved street art, so visiting this place was a must for me. During my tour, something special happened I met a group of artists painting a mural in memory of their friend who sadly passed away in a boat accident. They spoke with so much emotion and shared how much they miss him their graffiti was their way of keeping his memory alive.

Frankly

Google

Recommended if only for the free 14 minutes each way boat ferry from Central Station why not do it on a nice day even if you don’t walk around the art gallery stuff which we didn’t see maybe inside the old factory buildings but yes on a nice day a free and fun thing to do

Michael “Jojo” E.

Google

The art shop at the top was it for my friend and I. Here are some of my favourite exhibits we admired, when the lady that worked there kindly told us to leave because they were closed. Place has class.

Roberta F.

Google

I totally love this area! It’s got such a cool vibe — loads of street art and cute little cafés around. Inside, it’s this massive warehouse with creative workshops and rotating exhibitions. Super modern, artsy, and full of political energy.

Carlos L.

Google

HUGE warehouse full of galleries and artists studios, I have never seen such magnitude, definitely worth he walk if you into art.

Luana M.

Google

Totally worth a visit! The area has lots of street art from artists around the world and a vibe that’s really different from the center of Amsterdam. You can get there by a free ferry near Central Station. There are lots of cafés and restaurants around, Pllek is a great spot with a nice view and a relaxed vibe.

nora

Google

Came for the IJ-Hallen flea market. Arrived before 11am and it got even more crowded in the afternoon. If you are interested in vintage clothes, leather jackets, jeans, hoodies, cameras, bags, home decorations, souvenirs and so on, definitely come check it out while they are still here. There are food stalls and paid toilets, which were very busy.