10 Best Shopping Malls in Amsterdam

Kalverpassage is a grand, 3-floor mall in Kalverstraat, one of the most upscale shopping streets of Amsterdam. The Sting, Costes, and The North Face each have a store here, and so does the famous Dutch department store Hema.

Food-wise, Calf & Bloom is a fine lunchroom based on the 2nd floor of Kalverpassage. Another popular spot is Blue Amsterdam, a glass-fronted restaurant at the top of the mall. Here, you can enjoy sandwiches, burgers and salads with panoramic views of central Amsterdam.

Gelderlandplein has only 1 floor, but you can still find an impressive collection of boutiques in this shopping mall. It contains more than 90 businesses, including clothing stores, grocery stores, toy stores, delis, pharmacies, and department stores. There’s a free bus service that travels between the mall and several locations in Buitenveldert and Zuidas.

Gelderlandplein also has 9 restaurants and bars, so you can easily spend the entire day indoors during rainy days. This mall is in Amsterdam-Zuid, in the southern part of Amsterdam. It’s surrounded by many natural spaces, including Het Amsterdamse Bos, Gijsbrecht Aemstelpark, and Amstelpark.

De Bijenkorf (The Beehive) is one of the longest-established and most iconic department stores in the Netherlands. Its flagship store in Amsterdam dates back to 1870, occupying a 21,000-square-metre complex on Dam Square.

Here, you can find plenty of luxury brands from all over the world. Louis Vuitton, Jimmy Choo, Hermès, Longchamp, Michael Kors, Gucci, Chanel, and Kenzo all have a branch in De Bijenkorf. After shopping, you can explore the nearby Oude Kerk, Nieuwe Kerk, and the National War Monument.

Magna Plaza is just a short walk from the De Bijenkorf department store on Dam Square. This shopping mall occupies a 19th-century building that was initially used as Amsterdam’s main mail office. This neo-Gothic structure, which has high ceilings and imposing arches, was transformed into a modern shopping mall in 1992.

You can find branches of Mango, Swarovski, America Today, and Lacoste, as well as stores selling Dutch specialties like cheese, tulip bulbs, and wooden clogs. A highlight for hungry shoppers is The Food Department, located on the 2nd floor of Magna Plaza. The 1,100-square-metre food hall offers a wide range of dishes, including sushi, dim sum, tacos, and chicken wings.

De Beurspassage is a shopping alley connecting the Damrak and Nieuwendijk in Amsterdam. It was named after the Beurs van Berlage, a former commodity market that's now a national monument. This shopping district is characterized by its painted ceilings and mosaic floors. This project, called Amsterdamse Oersoep, is the city’s largest mosaic artwork.

Apart from its aesthetics, De Beurspassage has several chain stores and hole-in-the-wall stalls serving coffee and snacks. You’ll find clothing stores like Primark and the Amsterdam Cheese Company at the end of this narrow shopping street. Van der Linden is a superb pitstop for a pastry or hot drink when exploring Amsterdam.

Winkelcentrum Plein ‘40-’45 is a contemporary shopping mall in Slotermeer-Noordoost, about 2.5 km northwest of Rembrandt Park. It has about 40 stores specializing in fashion, gifts, food, and daily necessities. Check out department stores like HEMA, Blokker, and Xenos for a wide range of home décor, electronics, and accessories.

The mall also has plenty of eateries – enjoy outdoor dining at Cafe Plein’ 40-’45 or grab a quick meal at Halal Fried Chicken. If you’re using public transportation, Amsterdam Sloterdijk is the closest train station to Winkelcentrum Plein’ 40-’45.

The Amsterdamse Poort has over 160 shops under its roofs, from food outlets to one-of-a-kind clothing. This shopping complex truly is a representation of Amsterdam’s multicultural character. Africa Beauty Couture specializes in vivid dresses, while La Belezza Tropical sells party and cocktail attire for men, women, and kids.

Amsterdamse Poort also has jewelers, pharmacies, cosmetic outlets, and appliance stores. Food-wise, you can find bakeries, cozy coffee bars, fast food restaurants, and a colorful candies shop. The mall is in the Bijlmer neighbourhood, about 5.5 km southeast of Amstelpark.

Winkelcentrum Brazilië borders the IJhaven in the Eastern Docklands, near Amsterdam’s city centre. This waterfront shopping mall has 23 shops, including the Jumbo and Albert Heijn grocery stores, Gall & Gall, and Bruna Bookstore.

Winkelcentrum Brazilië has many local restaurants if you want to experience the city’s dining scene. Enjoy a classic Dutch breakfast at Anne & Max, freshly bakery items at Bakkerij Kees Gutter, and coffee at the adjoining Barmhartig Koffie. Other than the fun stuff, Winkelcentrum Brazilië also hosts a fitness center and a pharmacy

The IJpassage is located within the Amsterdam Centraal railroad station, which is a prominent sight on its own. This underground shopping alley, which connects the city with the IJ bay, has contemporary fashion boutiques like the Daily Paper Centraal and Mango Amsterdam Centraal.

You can explore a variety of stores before your train journey. You can shop for a wide range of Dutch cheeses at Cheese & More by Henri Willig or souvenirs at the iAmsterdam Store. The IJpassage also has a bookstore and several eateries selling Dutch snacks and light meals. MacBike Bike Rental is part of the shopping street as well – great if you’re planning to cycle in Amsterdam.

Woonmall Villa ArenA has 55 stores under its roof, all of which focus on home design and décor. Some sections in the mall are dedicated to individual rooms, such as the bedroom, restroom and living room. You can browse furniture and home appliances from mostly European brands.

The mall also offers a free kids’ club, a kids’ movie theater, and a playground with trampolines and slides. You can find Woonmall Villa ArenA in the Amsterdam-Zuidoost district, near the Johan Cruijff ArenA stadium.