A secret hideaway in Amsterdam! A day of art and creativity at NDSM Fuse 🎨

Amsterdam's secret hideaway! A day of art and creativity at NDSM Fuse 🎨

Approximately 15 minutes by free ferry from Central Station. Approaching from the water, an industrial, graffiti-filled space immediately catches your eye. This is the NDSM area in Amsterdam North.

In the heart of it all is NDSM Fuse, a gallery and art platform where artists and creators gather.

Repurposed from a vast warehouse that was once a shipyard, the interior is filled with high ceilings, spaciousness, and art. In addition to the permanent exhibition, we enjoyed seasonal exhibitions, installations, and video works. Local artists are always present, and if you speak to them, you can hear the behind-the-scenes stories!

📌 [Highlights of the Experience]
• Sustainable art made from recycled and reclaimed materials
• Live productions by international artists
• A gallery experience that's not just about seeing, but also about feeling and interacting
• The surrounding area is also full of container cafes and second-hand clothing shops, making it a fun place to stroll around!

Our stay coincided with a local event, featuring live music and street food outdoors in a warehouse. We lost track of time in this "creative liberation zone," distinct from the city center.

🎨 NDSM Fuse is not just Amsterdam as a tourist destination, but a place to experience the "living culture of the city." Highly recommended for art, architecture, and subculture lovers.

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🧭 Recommended Cafes & Shops near NDSM (Experience-Based)

☕ 1. Pllek

Overview: NDSM's most famous beach cafe. Housed in a renovated giant shipping container, it serves healthy and organic cuisine made with locally sourced ingredients. In the summer, crowds gather on the artificial beach, enjoying the sea breeze and relaxing.
• 📍 NDSM-Plein 59
• 🕒 9:00 AM - 1:00 AM (until 2:00 PM on Fridays and Saturdays)
• ✅ Recommended: Vegan bowls, herbal tea, and evening DJ time
• 💡 Outdoor seating available / Child-friendly / Suitable for travellers

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🧁 2. Noorderlicht Café

Overview: A greenhouse-like glass-walled cafe. Surrounded by graffiti and a relaxed atmosphere, it's a hideaway for creatives, attracting local artists and musicians.
• 📍 NDSM-Plein 102
• 🕒 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM (Saturdays and Sundays: 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM)
• ✅ Recommended: Homemade cakes, craft beer
• 🎶 Live music and improvisation on weekends

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🛍️ 3. IJhallen

Overview: One of Europe's largest indoor flea markets. Held once or twice a month, it's packed with secondhand clothing, antiques, records, and DIY goods. Perfect for those looking to travel sustainably!
• 📍 T.T. Neveritaweg 15
• 🕒 Held once or twice a month, mainly on Sundays (check the website for details)
• 💡 Admission fee applies (around €5) / Best to visit first thing in the morning

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🛒 4. Kunststad

Overview: An urban art space bringing together galleries and studios. Connected to NDSM Fuse, it's dotted with artist studios and shops. You might even have a chance to buy original works directly!
• 📍 Inside NDSM Loods
• 🕒 Irregular holidays, different for each store (we recommend taking a stroll while visiting Fuse)
• 💡 Merchandise, photo spots, and chance encounters are also great attractions.

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📸 5. Coffee Stand in Front of STRAAT Museum

Overview: A small coffee stand in front of the entrance to the street art museum STRAAT. Perfect for a break during your stroll. The baristas were very friendly.
• 📍 NDSM-Plein 1
• ✅ Enjoy a photo with coffee in hand and warehouse art in the background ◎

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🧳 The best cafe and market I came across in NDSM's container district ☕

While on an art walk through the containers and warehouses in the NDSM area, I took a break on the terrace at Pllek. After relaxing at a beach cafe, I was soothed by local cakes and live acoustic music at Noorderlicht Café.
If I was lucky, I might even go treasure hunting in IJhallen! A day filled with creativity and freedom in Amsterdam.

📍Basic Information & Access
• Name: NDSM Fuse
• Address: NDSM-Plein 29, 1033 WB Amsterdam
• Access: Approximately 15-minute ferry ride from Amsterdam Central Station (towards NDSM) → 3-minute walk
• Opening Hours: Wednesday–Sunday 12:00–18:00 (Closed Mondays and Tuesdays)
• Admission: Free (Special exhibitions may require an admission fee)
• Official Website

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