Guidebook for Zaandam
Food Scene
Irodion
25 OostkadeGreek Restaurant
Humphrey's Restaurant Zaandam
2 Dam Delicious food
Porto Fino
39 RozengrachtItalian restaurant. Nice atmosphere and a delicious 'calzone'
Restaurant Proeverij de Koekfabriek
188 WestzijdeNice atmosphere and food!
De Piramides
3C Jan van GalenstraatVery tradicional Shoarma & Grill restaurant. Very good prices!
Parks & Nature
A considerably big park where you can appreciate a picnic, a nice sun bath on the artificial beaches and also enjoy swimming in the lakes.
104 locals recommend
Twiske
1 De NoorderlaaikA considerably big park where you can appreciate a picnic, a nice sun bath on the artificial beaches and also enjoy swimming in the lakes.
Essentials
Shopping area where you have access to supermarket, pharmacy, bakery, butcher shop, post office, etc.
Shopping Westerwatering
LangeweideShopping area where you have access to supermarket, pharmacy, bakery, butcher shop, post office, etc.
shopping Westerkoog
De GlazenmakerShopping area where you have access to supermarket, bakery, fish shop, etc.
DEEN Supermarkets
29 EbbehoutSupermarket near by Zaandam Train Station
Arts & Culture
15 min by bike / 50 min on foot to the 'Zaanse Schans' where you can visit the traditional well-preserved dutch windmills, houses, museums, wooden clog factory and a cheese factory. Take a boat trip, dine in one of the restaurants or explore the shops and boutiques.
A really beautiful area where its history and style are unmissable. We recommend a visit!
Admission to the Zaanse Schans is FREE of charge, for some of the attractions you have to pay.
651 locals recommend
Zaanse Schans
Kraaienest15 min by bike / 50 min on foot to the 'Zaanse Schans' where you can visit the traditional well-preserved dutch windmills, houses, museums, wooden clog factory and a cheese factory. Take a boat trip, dine in one of the restaurants or explore the shops and boutiques.
A really beautiful area where its history and style are unmissable. We recommend a visit!
Admission to the Zaanse Schans is FREE of charge, for some of the attractions you have to pay.
If you speak Dutch and are looking for some cultural entertainment you should not miss one of the plays at the 'Zaantheater' named the best dutch theater of the year (advanced booking is recommended).
22 locals recommend
Zaantheater
3 NicolaasstraatIf you speak Dutch and are looking for some cultural entertainment you should not miss one of the plays at the 'Zaantheater' named the best dutch theater of the year (advanced booking is recommended).
Shopping
Primark
11 MetropolestraatRozengracht
Rozengracht'Rozengracht Street Market' which runs on Thursdays and Saturdays!
The city center Canal Street where you can find banks, shops, restaurants, supermarket, cinema and many other things to spend your time well.
17 locals recommend
Gedempte Gracht
The city center Canal Street where you can find banks, shops, restaurants, supermarket, cinema and many other things to spend your time well.
Loods 5 Zaandam
14B Pieter GhijsenlaanFurniture, Accessories, Lighting, Garden, Design&Art
Entertainment & Activities
Pathé Zaandam
140 HermitageIf you want to spend a day at a swimming pool, that's the place! CHECK IT OUT: Everyone is welcome during the recreational swimming. You can use the pools to swim or for recreational.
The recreation pool is designed for relaxation. Take advantage of the hot whirlpool, steam bath or go explore the 84-meter waterslide.
There is a small restaurant where you can enjoy a cup of coffee, drink or snack.
In fine weather, guests can use the outdoor terrace.
In addition to fun security is a high priority. They provide good hygiene and waters with a nice temperature (about 28 ° C in the large pool and 32º C in the instruction pool). Children without qualifications, only if accompanied by an adult in the water and must wear a swim ring; the deep pool is reserved for children and adults who are in possession of a swimming certificate.
9 locals recommend
Zwembad Zaangolf
1B WezelstraatIf you want to spend a day at a swimming pool, that's the place! CHECK IT OUT: Everyone is welcome during the recreational swimming. You can use the pools to swim or for recreational.
The recreation pool is designed for relaxation. Take advantage of the hot whirlpool, steam bath or go explore the 84-meter waterslide.
There is a small restaurant where you can enjoy a cup of coffee, drink or snack.
In fine weather, guests can use the outdoor terrace.
In addition to fun security is a high priority. They provide good hygiene and waters with a nice temperature (about 28 ° C in the large pool and 32º C in the instruction pool). Children without qualifications, only if accompanied by an adult in the water and must wear a swim ring; the deep pool is reserved for children and adults who are in possession of a swimming certificate.
A world of tantalizing aromas and fragrances from around the globe. A visual feast of global cuisine, eclectic arts and crafts, fashion, jewelry and fresh produce. All supplied by dedicated craftsmen, small boutique producers and manufacturers.
14 locals recommend
Yada Yada Market
42 Grote HulzenA world of tantalizing aromas and fragrances from around the globe. A visual feast of global cuisine, eclectic arts and crafts, fashion, jewelry and fresh produce. All supplied by dedicated craftsmen, small boutique producers and manufacturers.
Drinks & Nightlife
Dam
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