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Amsterdam – Europe’s Stag Do Capital of Drunken Debauchery

The Dutch capital of debauchery is tailor-made for stag dos. Amsterdam is quick and easy to get to, has epic activities and a proper rowdy nightlife scene - all to a backdrop of loose rules, beautiful women and relaxed coffee shops.

AUTHOR:Hannah SowerbyContent Writer
  • Article Updated: 06/02/2025
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Best Amsterdam Nightlife Areas for a Stag Do

Amsterdam is the original city of two halves – you’ve got the relaxed ‘coffee shop’ culture by day, and an illustrious party scene by night. Bringing a whole new meaning to the phrase ‘Dutch courage’, this adult playground is where stag do dreams come true. Although officials have tried to tone down some of the city's excesses in April 2023 by creating new Red Light District rules, Amsterdam is still a place like no other - and the perfect setting for a naughty stag do!

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    Leidseplein

    This central square, on the southwest end of Leidsestraat, is one of the very busiest 24/7 entertainment hotspots in the whole of Amsterdam. Apart from being home to cinemas, discos, theatres, a casino and Holland’s most famous ‘coffee shop’, The Bulldog, it’s also a lively nightlife hub. Whether you catch the rays with a drink in the summer sun, or hit this area’s nightclubs when darkness falls, you and your mates will be swept up in its laid-back vibe within seconds. Whenever Ajax FC wins the Dutch league, the players stand on the balcony of Stadsschouwburg Theatre, cheered on by thousands in the square.

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    Rembrandtplein

    The mellow, chilled-out and coffee shop-heavy Rembrandtplein area is so well suited to stags, you’d be forgiven for thinking we’d made it up. But nope, it’s real, and it’s waiting for you to explore on your stag weekend. The former market square is now a real goldmine of late night bars, massive clubs and laid-back coffee shop goers, attracting Erasmus students and chilled-out locals in their masses. The main square is lined with back-to-back bars and restaurants, many which have clubs attached. The majority of these stag friendly bars have live sports screened throughout the day and offer huge drinks selections at reasonable prices. If you wanted to hit it hard from breakfast until 5am (drink responsibly, guys), Rembrandtplein is your best bet.

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    • Risqué,
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    De Wallen

    AKA The Red Light District, De Wallen is in a league of its own. Centred around an old church named Oude Kerk (Dutch for ‘old church’, would you believe?), De Wallen encapsulates everything that springs to mind when you think of Amsterdam – erotic shops, live sex theatres, X-rated bars and those infamous red light-lit windows. Close to Centraal Station, you’ll be able to crash land into De Wallen and tick a few stag do boxes before you’ve even dropped your bags at your hotel. No matter whether you’ve just tagged along to see what the fuss is about, or you’re hoping to delve a little deeper into experiencing The Red Light District for yourself, De Wallen is the district of debauchery that you need to tick off your bucket list.

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Top 10 Stag Friendly Amsterdam Pubs & Clubs 2025

Amsterdam’s drinking scene has two juxtaposed sides. There’s the ridiculously laid back bars and ‘coffee shops’ versus the multi-level mega clubs. With that in mind, here are our top 10 recommended stag do bars in Amsterdam. If you want to read more check out our Stag's Guide to Amsterdam Nightlife

  • Coco's Outback

    14, Thorbeckeplein 8, 1017 CS, Netherlands

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    G’day mate. Fancy a swift one with your crazy Australian cousins? Good onya, mate. Coco’s ranch is the closest you’ll get to the Outback this side of the equator. Celebrating everything Aussie, Coco’s Outback is a thriving spot for stag dos, backpackers, Erasmus students and locals – it’s a proper lad pad. There are around 30 large screens dotted around the bar, so you’ll never miss a live sports game, and there’s even pool tables and darts to keep you occupied during half time. The bar never runs dry (challenge accepted?) with a huge range of beers from Down Under and ice cold Heineken in frozen mugs (served by the fittest waitresses known to man, fact), as well as an open fire pit to drink them by. If you’re hungry, you can trust the Aussies to rustle up some sweet meats on the barbie, and Coco is no exception, with beef, pork, ribs, kangaroo, alligator and even emu on the menu. Watch out mate – as you’d expect, this place gets chockers. Get here early though and you’ll be sweet as.

    • Opening Times: Mon – Weds: 11:00 – 01:00
      Thurs: 11:00 – 03:00
      Fri – Sat: 11:00 – 04:00
      Sun: 11:00 – 01:00

    • No. of Bars: One

    • Sports:Yes

    • Beer Garden:Yes

    • Live Music:No

    • Fancy Dress:Yes

  • Escape

    Rembrandtplein 11, 1017 CT

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    Located slap bang in the middle of Rembrandtplein, beneath a huge, glossy billboard (Amsterdam’s answer to Times Square), you’ll stumble across the deceptively huge nightclub, Escape. This one really is a clubber’s dream, with multiple floors of massive tunes, wild strobe lighting and smoke machines, creating an Ibiza-megaclub vibe, right in the heart of the Dutch city. Escape has seen the likes of DJs like Tiesto, David Guetta, Paul van Dyk, Kevin Saunderson and Todd Terry hit the decks and sweep crowds up into a frenzy, so if it’s big name DJs you’re after, look no further. Attracting attractive young things from across the city and further afield, there’s a front beer garden, the DeLux bar, the Cafe, the Studio and the Lounge, a smaller, more sophisticated venue.

    • Opening Times: Mon – Thurs: 23:00 – 04:00
      Fri – Sat: 23:00 – 05:00
      Sun: 23:00 – 04:00

    • No. of Bars: Four

    • Sports:No

    • Beer Garden:Yes, terrace

    • Live Music:International DJs

    • Fancy Dress:Yes, tasteful

  • Belushi’s

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    Putting its heart and soul into good food, drink, music and sports, Belushi’s couldn’t be more of a stag do classic if it tried. Located on the outskirts of the Red Light District, Belushi’s has a 350-capacity and fills up pretty quickly every single night of the week. With a huge reputation preceding it, this is a haven for tourists, Erasmus students, backpackers (there’s a hostel upstairs) and stag groups – so make sure this is a party you definitely don’t miss out on. There are huge screens showing live sports (no more refreshing Sky Sports and draining your data), pool tables, live DJs, a smoking room and a nightclub attached, taking you seamlessly from day to night celebrations. Pocket friendly, the food and drink will leave you with plenty of cash left to splash in your red-lit surroundings.

    • Opening Times: Mon – Thurs: 10:00 – 03:00
      Fri – Sat: 10:00 – 04:00
      Sun: 10:00 – 03:00

    • No. of Bars: One

    • Sports:Yes

    • Beer Garden:Yes

    • Live Music:Yes

    • Fancy Dress:Yes

  • Three Sisters

    Rembrandtplein 19, 1017 CT

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    Have you ever spent the night with two sisters? How about three? Now you’re talking. This place is the ultimate lad pad, with 128 seats around the bar area, including 16 plush Chesterfield armchairs. There’s a suntrap of a drinking terrace around the front of this bar, where all walks of life come to catch the rays, have a bite to eat, people watch and start their nights early. The Three Sisters’ kitchen is open from 10am until midnight, when those munchies kick in, they’ve got your back.

    • Opening Times: Mon – Thurs: 10:00 – 01:00
      Fri – Sat: 10:00 – 03:00
      Sun: 10:00 – 01:00

    • No. of Bars: One

    • Sports:Yes

    • Beer Garden:Yes

    • Live Music:No

    • Fancy Dress:Yes

  • Paradiso

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    Welcome to Paradise… the number one place for your music fix. Housed in a huge old building, Paradiso is one of Amsterdam’s largest music joints, with a checkered history to its name. In its 50+ years, Paradiso has been a church, a spot for squatting hippies in the 60s and now, it’s home to the best music around. The Rolling Stones, Adele, The Killers, Nirvana, Arctic Monkeys, Daft Punk and Guns ‘n’ Roses have all performed on its iconic stage – and if it’s good enough for them, it’s sure good enough for us. However, this whopping venue only holds 250 people (including the balconies), making gigs just about as intimate as they come – getting up close and personal, you’ll feel like you’re pretty much on stage with the acts. Just a word of warning: this place sells out really quickly, so make sure to book up early if you want to guarantee your ticket.

    • Opening Times: Mon – Sun: Open 24 hours

    • No. of Bars: Two

    • Sports:No

    • Beer Garden:Yes, terraces

    • Live Music:Yes

    • Fancy Dress:Yes, tasteful

  • Banana Bar

    Oudezijds Achterburgwal 37

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    Make sure to get one of your five a day on your Amsterdam stag do (your mother would be proud, sort of) in the world-renowned Banana Bar. In case you hadn’t already noticed, De Wallen is a pretty X-rated area and certainly not for the faint-hearted, so if you’re easily offended, look away now. Simply follow the glowing neon banana and head up the stairs, into a parallel universe you will never forget. Like any regular erotic bar in the area, you’ll be served your drinks by scantily clad, attractive and friendly girls who will ensure that your glass is never empty. Singlehandedly keeping Tesco’s fruit and veg department in business, this bar’s unique selling point is the *ahem* tricks that the girls perform with their bananas. We’ll leave you with that thought. Whether you decide to treat the stag to a lap dance or just want to sit back and enjoy the scenery is up to you, but one thing’s for sure – you’ll never eat a banana in the same way again.

    • Opening Times: Mon – Thurs: 20:00 – 02:00
      Fri – Sat: 19:30 – 02:00
      Sun: 20:00 – 02:00

    • No. of Bars: One

    • Sports:No

    • Beer Garden:No

    • Live Music:No

    • Fancy Dress:Yes

  • Casa Rosso

    Casa Rosso, Oudezijds Achterburgwal, 1012 DS

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    You know you’re no Casanova. You scrub up well and your chat is epic – if you do say so yourself – but for some reason those girls never seem to stick around the morning after. You, Sir, need a visit to Casa Rosso. Located in the heart of De Wallen, Casa Rosso is the oldest live sex theatre in the whole city, marked by the huge neon elephant above its doors. Here, you can have a drink with your mates and watch live (and seriously impressive) sex shows unfold before your very eyes – including strip tease acts, light S&M, various tricks involving bananas and pens, and, of course, the well-choreographed, live sex shows. Some acts even have audience participation, which have the stag’s name written all over them…

    • Opening Times: Mon – Sun: 19:00 – 02:00

    • No. of Bars: One

    • Sports:No

    • Beer Garden:No

    • Live Music:No

    • Fancy Dress:Yes

  • AIR Amsterdam

    Amstelstraat 16, 1017 DA

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    Just off Rembrandtplein, but well worth the couple of minutes’ walk to get there, Club Air plays cutting-edge electronic tunes to thousands and thousands (no exaggeration) of house and dance music fans every single week. There’s a unique, multi-tiere dance floor, state-of-the-art VOID acoustic sound system, LED wall displays and a whopping five bars, all under one roof. Commercial and underground DJs perform their sets on different nights of the week, with the biggest name acts closing the shows on Fridays and Saturdays. Plus, attracting some of the city’s best looking girls, Club Air has an excellent male to female ratio - just saying…

    • Opening Times: Mon – Weds: Closed
      Thurs: 23:30 – 04:00
      Fri – Sat: 23:00 – 05:00
      Sun: 23:30 – 04:00

    • No. of Bars: Five

    • Sports:No

    • Beer Garden:No

    • Live Music:DJs

    • Fancy Dress:Yes, tasteful

  • Door 74

    Reguliersdwarsstraat 74I, 1017 BN

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    If you think of yourself as a bit of a Great Gatsby on the side, Door 74 is your new stag do stomping ground. This clandestine bar exudes cool from every orifice and is the ideal backdrop to a sophisticated stag weekend. Amsterdam may not be short of speakeasy-style bars, but you’ve seen nothing ‘til you’ve unearthed Door 74. This throwback to the Prohibition era is rated among the World’s Best Bars, with smartly dressed, vintage looking staff, antique barware, dark wood, dimly-lit interior, unbelievable drinks and an exclusive guestlist as long as your arm. Offering outstanding ales, premium spirits and top quality cocktails - including the intimidating White Zombie Doctor – you’ll be all too pleased you found Door 74.

    • Opening Times: Mon – Thurs: 18:00 – 03:00
      Fri – Sat: 18:00 – 04:00
      Sun: 18:00 – 03:00

    • No. of Bars: One

    • Sports:No

    • Beer Garden:No

    • Live Music:No

    • Fancy Dress:Yes, tasteful

  • CANVAS

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    On the seventh floor of Volkshotel, you’ll find this stunning rooftop bar, with charming wooden picnic tables and atmospheric mood lighting, that will see you looking out over Amsterdam at beautiful 360° views of the city including the lovely Amstel River. You can get brilliant cocktails here and a wide range of food. In addition to the outdoor terrace there’s an inside restaurant and bar with chic vibes. On Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, Canvas’ resident DJ plays banging tunes into the early hours. In the same hotel you can find Doka, an underground party bar with live music performances.

    • Opening Times: Mon - Thurs: 07:00 - 01:00
      Fri: 07:00 - 03:00
      Sat: 08:00 - 03:00
      Sun: 08:00 - 01:00

    • No. of Bars: One

    • Sports:No

    • Beer Garden:Yes

    • Live Music:Yes

    • Fancy Dress:No

Stag Friendly Bar Crawls in Amsterdam

Amsterdam nightlife's reputation precedes it; it's bold, brash and illuminated by a hazy red neon light. From quirky coffee shops, to big-name music venues and X-rated explicit venues, here's a few places to hit for an unforgettable Amsterdam stag do

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Top 10 Amsterdam Stag Do Activities

Boasting almost a hundred stag do activities, you’re going to be pretty busy on your weekend in the child out city. Amsterdam activities are in a world of their own, with some even centred on the infamous Red Light District and in the legendary Banana Bar and Casa Rosso. Amsterdam activities take debauchery to another level, and that’s just the beginning…

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      Indoor Karting - Super Grand Prix

    • The F1 has got nothing on you lot during this unrivalled karting session. This Take to the tracks to separate the boys from the men as you traverse the hairpin bends and stomach churning corners. This tournament will get your hearts racing as you go for gold in the 5 races. Win a trophy and champagne for 1st, 2nd and 3rd.

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      Beer Bike

    • Get to grips with sights and sounds of the Dutch capital whilst getting tanked up at the same time, on a limo beer bike. You’ll have to work hard to get this limo bike moving (it’s Leg Day times a hundred) but once you’re up and running, you’ll be rewarded with 20 litres of booze.

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      Oil Wrestling

    • Does your stag have what it takes to wrestle in a slippery environment? Or will these two gorgeous girls get the better of him and win the fight? In this activity the stag will take part during the second round wrestling two topless ladies. The rest of the group will look on with complimentary beer in hand.

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      Outdoor Paintball

    • Uh oh, your stag trip to Amsterdam is about to get even messier (is that even possible?). You’ll get to play paintball in 12.5 hectares forest on the outskirts of Amsterdam. You will take part in 4 to 5 exciting missions. The session will last for 3 hours and will include 150 paintballs each.

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      Stag Arrest

    • Stag Arrest is one of our most popular stag stitch ups. You’ll be just happily enjoying a few beers and a bit banter when boom – our actress, dressed up as a policewoman, will burst in and arrest the stag. He’ll be taken into an adjacent room where a stunning stripper will make up for the shock he’s just had. He’ll thank you later.

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      Heineken Brewery Tour

    • Stroll around the birth place of the famous lager on your stag weekend In Amsterdam. Helping you fight the urge to stick your head in the keg and down gallons of the stuff, you’ll get two beers thrown in during your tour. Located close to Leidsplein, once you spill out, your search for more booze to keep yourselves topped up will only take a few minutes.

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      Canal Strip Boat

    • Be the captain of your stag do in Amsterdam by taking to the famous canals where you’ll be treated to a hot striptease show by a Dutch hottie. You and your mates can kick back with a beer or two as you’re entertained while you glide down the canal like the bad-asses you are.

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      Stag Strip Airport Transfer - One Way

    • The airport transfer is usually the worst part of the weekend. You've landed and desperate to get out yet you still have this dead time between arriving and partying - so why not fill it with one of the best experiences of the entire weekend? Travel to the city in style by including a sexy stripper on the bus to give the stag a real thrill!

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      Nightclub Entry

    • Beat the queues and guarantee your group entry to one of Amsterdam's legendary nightclubs. Expect banging trance and plenty of kudos from the group for helping them dodge those infamously long queues in the cold.

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Top 10 Stag Do Hotels in Amsterdam

Our accommodation for your Amsterdam stag weekend is first class. We’ve got something to suit every group, from high-end, 4-star hotels, to the quirkiest of hostels and everything in-between, with many set slap-bang in the centre of the city.

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      Meininger Amsterdam Amstel

      Budget Hotel

    • Contemporary hostel with a bar

      This cool, clean hostel is a great place for stags to stay in Amsterdam and is perfect for big groups. The hostel is located a half hour walk from the city centre in the Watergraafsmeer neighbourhood of the city. The tram is the easiest way to get around the city and is great after those boozy nights out.

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      Hans Brinker Hotel

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    • Great value option

      If you’re looking for cheap and simple, then look no further than the Hans Brinker Hotel. What this hotel lacks in style it makes up for with its central location as it is literally minutes away from some of the city’s biggest attractions such as the Heineken Museum.

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      Meininger City West

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    • Laid back lodging in the city

      Situated to the North West of the city centre you’ll find the Meininger Hotel which comes equipped with large multiple occupancy rooms and hosts a pretty decent breakfast in the morning. This place even has a bar so you and the lads can pre-drink before heading out on the town.

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      France Hotel

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    • Stylish hotel right in the city centre

      This 3-star hotel is slap bang in the centre of Amsterdam, perfect for the stag do that wants everything at their doorstep. This stylish hotel Is right by the train station and is only a 5-minute walk from the infamous red light district. There’s also a lush pub right next door, perfect for some scran and pints.

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      Hotel City Garden

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    • Central location by Vondelpark

      Hotel City Garden offers a cosy and contemporary stay in the upmarket Leidesplein area of Amsterdam. This hotel is centrally located for all your stag do activities in Amsterdam and even has the famous Vondelpark practically in its back garden.

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      a&o Hostel

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    • 3 minute walk from metro

      This clean and modern hostel is located to the east of the city centre, right by a metro. The lads will have the option of multiple occupancy rooms where you can all kip in together as well as private rooms. This place comes with a games area with a pool and football table – perfect for pre-drinking games.

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    • Fancy hostel just a 4 minutes' walk to the Red Light District

      This fab hostel, which is a 4 minutes’ walk to the Red Light District, has dorm rooms sleeping up to 10, making it a brilliant choice if you’ve got a larger group who want a budget friendly option. All dorm rooms are air conditioned and have an ensuite. Make sure to check out The Bulldog Hotel Lounge Bar that’s lively, loud and has DJs on Friday and Saturdays.

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      Motel One

      3 STAR  Hotel

    • Cheap but definitely not nasty

      Motel One has a reputation for good quality without the price tag and Amsterdam’s offering does not disappoint. The hotel benefits from a quieter location just south of the city centre which is perfect for sleeping off those hangovers after a wild night out in the Dam.

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      Corendon Vitality Hotel

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    • Indoor pool and wellness centre

      This clean and stylish hotel sits on the edge of the city’s centre and provides a clean and comfortable stay for your stag do in Amsterdam. This place is perfect for any health buff stags wanting to stay in tip-top condition for the big day, with a wellness centre and indoor pool to choose from.

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      Generator Amsterdam

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    • Stunning and spacious

      This grand four-storey building has over a century of history contained within it. Spacious and stunning in equal measure, it has over 160 en-suite rooms while the old boiler room has been converted into a speakeasy - but when you do eventually make your way out, the centre of Amsterdam is a mere five minute stroll away.

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Tick the Cultural Box on Your Amsterdam Stag Do

Culture in Amsterdam is anything but boring. You've got sex museums, shops dedicated to condoms and the birthplace of Heineken. Even between boozing, you're in for a treat on your Amsterdam stag weekend.

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    A’DAM Tower

    Overhoeksplein 1, 1031 KS Amsterdam
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    A stag do in Amsterdam is all about getting high… so how does 20-storeys above ground level sound? Just over the water, behind Amsterdam Centraal Station, A’DAM Lookout Tower offers glorious 360° views over the historic city centre, the thriving port, impressive Centraal Station, IJsselmeer Lake and many of the hundreds of canals running around the city centre. You can travel up the Heavenly Elevator and make the 22 second journey to the top of the tower. Once you’re there, there’s even a swing where the bravest of you can put your inhibitions behind you and fly ‘over the edge’ of the Sky Deck, swinging out over the city.

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    Condomerie

    Warmoesstraat 141, 1012 district, Amsterdam Centrum, 1012 JB Amsterdam
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    Stroll down the quaint, cobbled Warmoesstraat and you’ll stumble across the Condomerie. If you’re into practicing safe sex, this place is Mecca. With all manner of lubricants, edible gifts, sex toys, and, of course, a huge range of condoms, your Netflix and chill sessions will never be quite the same. When it comes to wrapping the willy, this place has it all – glow in the dark, extra-large, extra-small, hand painted, animal shaped (with ears, tusks, trunks etc) and even personalised Johnnies.

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    Sexmuseum Venustempel

    Damrak 18, 1012 LH Amsterdam
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    The world’s first and oldest sex museum takes you on a journey through the ages, looking at all aspects of sex through the ages. We’re talking erotic pictures, recordings, photographs and interactive demonstrations (we’re not saying anything more). Aptly located slap bang in the centre of The Red Light District, you’ll be able to head straight out and discuss/black out what you’ve just seen with a few pints. Who knows, you might even learn a thing or two and impress the missus when you get home…

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    I Amsterdam Letters

    Hobbemastraat 19, 1071 XZ Amsterdam

    Behind the Rijksmuseum, the ‘I Amsterdam’ sculpture is a tourist friendly hub of people absorbing the culture and people walking, but mainly taking selfies. It’s the classic ‘I have been to Amsterdam’ photo opportunity which you can’t miss out on. At more than two metres tall and 23.5 metres wide, the huge slogan has become a local landmark and a universal meeting spot should you get separated from your group.

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    Heineken Experience

    Stadhouderskade 78, 1072 AE Amsterdam
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    Nothing ticks those stag do boxes better than a brewery experience; they’re cultural, you’ll learn a bit and you’ll get to neck some beers. You can’t possibly lose in this situation. The birthplace of Heineken takes you through the popular beer’s history in the former brewery, and is located close to Leidesplein, meaning that you can spill out in search of more beers to keep yourselves topped up.

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    The Jordaan

    Probably the most famous neighbourhood in the entire Netherlands, The Jordaan begins near to Centraal Station, arches around Canal Ring and ends at Leidsegracht. As far as shopping, dining out and cultural attractions go, The Jordaan is up there with the very best. It’s also home to Amsterdam Cheese Museum (need we say more?) and Anne Frank’s House, for a more sombre experience.

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    Canals

    Probably the easiest one to tick off your Amsterdam checklist is checking out the canals. With more than 100 kilometres of canals, 90 islands and 1,500 bridges – when visiting Amsterdam, you can’t miss them. If all this culture has made you thirsty, why not kill two birds with one stone and take in some of the most famous sights on a canal boat cruise?

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    Amsterdam Museum

    Kalverstraat 92, 1012 PH Amsterdam
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    Founded in 1926, this city museum celebrates all things Amsterdam. Celebrating past, present and even future Amsterdam, this impressive museum holds a whopping 100,000 objects that are a part of their art and culture collections. The museum is open all year round, so if you fancy knowing a bit more about Amsterdam, then this is the place to check out.

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    Dam Square

    Just a five minute walk from Cantraal Station, you’ll find Dam Square. Bustling with tourists, locals, bikes, live street performers, and walking tours, no matter the weather, this laid-back square is a hive of activity in the centre of the city. Dating back to the 13th century, you can say you’ve seen a bit of Amsterdam history – including the Royal Palace - as you people watch from one of the many bars and cafes surrounding the square’s perimeter. Many free walking tours commence here (leaving more money for beer spends) and there’s even a huge, colourful Ferris wheel here in the spring.

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    Rembrandt House Museum

    Jodenbreestraat 4, 1011 NK Amsterdam
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    Fair enough, nothing screams ‘culture vulture’ like going to an art gallery, but we reckon that’s pretty boring, especially on your stag do. With this place, you’ll get to take a look into the home of Rembrandt (between 1639 and 1655), which has been meticulously refurbished with furniture, art and objects from his time, and get to see some of his most famous work showcased at the same time. The world famous Blue Bird Coffeeshop is just around the corner too, if you fancy a *ahem* caffeine hit.

Staying Safe in Amsterdam

Staying safe might not be the most exciting thing, but it's important to ensure your Amsterdam stag runs smoothly. As well as following the new Amsterdam rules, here are our top six safety tips for staying safe in the Dam:

1

Stick with your pals so no one is left on their own wandering around Amsterdam

2

Set up a group chat and put your address accommodation in it (including any pass codes you may need) so everyone has got it

3

Try not to engage with any other groups who may want to start a conflict

4

Keep to the main areas of Amsterdam rather than straying into unfamiliar neighbourhoods that may be unsafe

5

Make sure you are vigilant of pickpockets and don't put your valuables anywhere thieves can easily access them

6

Amsterdam has lots of beautiful canals so take care whilst intoxicated near water

By following these simple safety tips we're sure you'll have a fantastic Amsterdam stag do.

Getting to Amsterdam

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Located about five miles south-west of Amsterdam, Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is the main international airport in the Netherlands. It’s the third busiest airport in Europe and sees KLM, Ryanair, Flybe, EasyJet and Vueling among the airlines using its runways. Seriously easy (and cheap) to get to from the UK via plane, this airport sees thousands of tourists through its revolving doors every day. Taxis from Schiphol Airport into Centraal Station will cost around €40 and a single train ride for the same route (generally leaving from platform 1, 2 or 3) will cost you €4.90 each for a single, both taking about 15-20 minutes.

AirportDurationAirline
Aberdeen Airport ABZ1hr 30mKLM
Belfast International Airport BFS1h 35mEasyJet
Birmingham Airport BHX1hr 15mEasyJet
Cardiff Airport CWL1hr 20mKLM
Dublin Airport DUB1h 40mRyanair Aer Lingus Flybe
Edinbrugh Airport EDI1h 35mEasyJet KLM
Healthrow Airport LHR1h 20mKLM British Airways
Newcastle International Airport NCL1h 20mKLM
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If the thought of baggage carousels, airport security and attempting to sleep on a tiny seat with no leg room fills you with dread, the ferry is your best option. With ferries leaving regularly from Newcastle and arriving straight into Holland in 13hrs, if you’ve got the time, why not take your party to the open waters? The DFDS ferry has cosy on-board cabins and plenty of fully stocked bars, meaning the celebrations will start before you’ve even reached Amsterdam.

Travel FromFerryDuration
Newcastle (North Shields)DFDS13h

Getting Around Amsterdam

Luckily for you, Amsterdam is pretty much all flat. So, if you’re wanting to sight see, bar hop or are just concerned about getting from A to B, rest assured, getting around Amsterdam is a doddle.

Average Prices in Amsterdam

Despite being not as dirt cheap as the likes of Budapest and Prague, Amsterdam is middle of the road when it comes to the essentials. Here's what you should be expecting to fork out on your Amsterdam stag do.

  1. €23 (£20)

    Average Price of a Lap Dance - Rank #1

  2. €3.50 (£3.10)

    Average Price of a Pint - Rank #2

  3. €4.50 (£4)

    Average Price of a Kebab - Rank #3

  4. €12 (£10.50)

    Average Price of a Nightclub Entry - Rank #4

Amsterdam Weather

Amsterdam’s weather, similar to the UK, is slightly hit and miss. Mid-April to mid-October is the peak of the good weather, with laid back locals peeling off their hipster layers to reveal their bronzed bods. Still considerably warmer than most spots in good old Blighty, average Dutch summers see daily highs of 21°C with very little rainfall – but you didn’t really come for the weather, did you?

September 2025

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Although it’s still pretty balmy, September is typically a wet month for Amsterdam, seeing 75mm of rainfall on average. Any excuse to take the party into those cosy, warm and dry bars and coffee shops, ay?

JAN

Weather icon for January5°C

FEB

Weather icon for February8°C

MAR

Weather icon for March9°C

APR

Weather icon for April12°C

MAY

Weather icon for May17°C

JUN

Weather icon for June19°C

JUL

Weather icon for July21°C

AUG

Weather icon for August21°C

SEP

Weather icon for September18°C

OCT

Weather icon for October15°C

NOV

Weather icon for November9°C

DEC

Weather icon for December6°C

Random Amsterdam Facts

  1. Bikes - Rank #1

    Bikes

    There are around 1,000,000 bikes in Amsterdam, compared to just over 800,000 inhabitants. Each year, around 15,000 bikes are fished up from the city’s canals.

  2. Buildings - Rank #2

    Buildings

    The whole of Amsterdam is built on water and swampy soil – hence why some of the buildings are a bit lop-sided.

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    Tall People

    Amsterdam locals are the tallest people in the world. Towering above us, the average Dutchman is 6.1 feet and the average Dutchwoman is 5.7 feet tall.

Stag Do Activities in Amsterdam

We've got a massive list of Amsterdam stag do activities - ideal for when you need to keep the boys out of the cafes (and other establishments).

View All Activities in Amsterdam

*We take pride in our work and all of the information in the guide was correct at the time of publication - 06/02/2025. Probably.

About the Author

A graduate in ‘Drama and Scriptwriting’, Hannah is a comedy nerd that loves to write, travel, party and try new things. She’s been to twenty of LNOF’s locations and is looking forward to visiting many more. Hannah has taken part in lots of activity testing with LNOF from beer bikes to axe throwing to escape rooms to go karting. She’s also stayed in many of LNOF’s accommodation options, so she knows what’s good. As well as copywriting, Hannah has had many plays produced professionally and has written/performed comedy sketches for BBC Newcastle. She also won the Hunter Davies Young Writers Award for her piece of travel writing.

Article Updated: 06/02/2025

Hannah Sowerby

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