Amsterdam
Organizing an event in Amsterdam? Congress, convention, incentive or VIP party, we are the DMC that makes it happen! As a destination management company we help you plan your event in Amsterdam from A to Z.
Top sights & activities in Amsterdam
- Rijksmuseum, Van Gogh museum and the Rembrandt House museum
- The Anne Frank huis
- The canals and canal houses, best enjoyed from the water with a canal tour
Why organize an event in Amsterdam?
Amsterdam is not only the capital of Holland; it’s also the most vibrant city of the Netherlands. The old merchant houses, the canals and the typical Dutch neighborhoods breathe old world charm. The cosmopolitan atmosphere and 24/7 nightlife on the other hand, make it a hip and happening place.
There are plenty of ingredients to create a unique event:
- Amsterdam has world class museums
- Vibrant nightlife and entertainment
- Great facilities when it comes to accommodation and transportation
Logistics and transportation in Amsterdam
Amsterdam is situated in the west of the Netherlands, close to the international airport of Schiphol and has great connections by train and road to other main cities in Holland such as The Hague, Rotterdam and Utrecht. It is also close to all major attractions in Holland such as the windmills of Kinderdijk, the fishing village of Volendam and the tulip gardens of the Keukenhof. This makes Amsterdam the perfect destination for your event.
You can get around in Amsterdam on foot (most sights are within walking distance) or by tram or subway.
Amsterdam is edgy and original, with a friendly cosmopolitan atmosphere. Dutch Matters knows all the ins and outs in Amsterdam and is more than happy to share them with you and create your perfect event!
"You have been amazing and thank you so much for helping us get everything together"
Thomas Berglin - Event Manager White & White Event
Must See
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Maritime Museum AmsterdamA prime location for business meetings, private parties and weddings. The monumental building from 1656 has been completely renovated and features a number of multipurpose rooms for various events. -
Amsterdam city walkHit the streets and get walking - the best way to see Amsterdam, The Hague, Rotterdam and Delft - with a guided tour focusing on areas and themes. From Dutch design to cheese tasting, there’s a tour sure to please every visitor. -
BrouwersgrachtThe canal, dug in 1594, owes its name to the many breweries were found in this neighborhood in the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries. Most warehouses built for the storage of goods, have been converted into houses. -
RaftingCoast rafting is a variation on the famous white water rafting. The Dutch surf will bring the wild water ... and how! Brace yourself and paddle hard ... -
Music BuildingA leading international, open and welcoming stage in Amsterdam, which excels in concerts of contemporary music and related genres of classical, jazz,electronic pop and world music. -
Canal CruiseAmsterdam is all the more spectacular seen from the water. A Canal Cruise in Amsterdam takes you to many of the city’s highlights within one hour. It’s the most relaxing way to get to know Amsterdam. -
Tulip fieldsThe Flower Bulb Region is where you should be if you want to see the world-renowned Dutch flowers with your own eyes. This is the area where tulip farmers grow their flowers, yielding beautiful vistas every spring and summer. When the tulips bloom, you can enjoy big colorful fields. Explore the region by bicycle or on foot. -
Anne Frank HouseSee the place where Anne Frank went into hiding and wrote her diary. -
Duck trailDucktrail organises incentives and company outings with 53 Citroen 2CV's and one stretched 2CV limousine. Rally's start at one of our own locations (Wormer, Linschoten or Geldermalsen) or on a location of your choice. -
Panoramic tourYou just found the most exciting guided tours in Amsterdam! We offer guided tours through some of the most fascinating parts and places of Amsterdam and Holland. -
Museum of CanalsThe Amsterdam canals make the city. For centuries here, money has been earned, art created, feasts celebrated and life enjoyed. This is the story that the Museum of the Canals brings to life. -
Escape room ExperienceEscape within the hour out of the mysterious Lab- or sizzling Girlsroom by solving puzzels and thinking out of the box. Escape Room is challenging, surreal, intense, logical and unpredictable all at the same time! You’ll about forget time and spac -
RijksmuseumThe Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam is one of the 16 national museums in the Netherlands. The collection offers an overview of Dutch art and history including works by 17th-century Dutch masters such as Rembrandt, Vermeer and Hals. -
Cheese TastingAt the cheese tasting Connaisseur you will taste 6 of our finest cheeses paired together with white wine, red wine and port (or non-alcoholic drinks). At the tasting you will learn how to taste the different cheeses. The cheese tasting will last approximately one hour. -
Blowkart Wijk aan ZeeYachting or blokarting with the power and the wind in the sails sail on the beach is for everyone a great experience. With a tricycle cart with sailing, you can drive on the beach as fast as possible. -
ADAM TowerA’DAM LOOKOUT is an observation deck with an unrivalled panoramic view of Amsterdam. You’ll see the city’s historical centre, its pulsating port, the unique Dutch polder landscape and you’ll spot the famous canals. -
Het Concertgebouw AmsterdamBuilt in 1888 and Royal since 2013 is still one of the most busiest occupied concert halls in the world. More than 700,000 visitors have found the building during the more than 900 activities each season. -
Old fishing village "Volendam"Not far from Amsterdam, on the edges of IJsselmeer lake, lies Volendam. This old fishing village is famous for its splendid harbour, fishing trade, authentic Dutch character and traditional clothing. A great place to visit, no matter the season! -
Amsterdam bike tourA-Bike's tour will take you through the beautiful City Center of Amsterdam, under the guidance of an experienced guide. We will cycle through several of Amsterdam's highlights, such as the Museum Square, Dam Square, The Flower Market and the world famous UNESCO Amsterdam Canals. -
Zaanse SchansIn the last 400 years over a 1000 windmills were in use in this region. Nowadays only a small number of them continue to stand in this very special site in Holland. -
Maritime MuseumThe Maritime Museum shows how the sea has determined the Dutch culture. Instimulating, interactive exhibits you discover 500 years of maritime history. -
Rent a sloopRent a sloop in Amsterdam and have a great trip on the splendid historical canals of Amsterdam. With a sloop you can fit in everywhere on the canals of Amsterdam. Check out the 'Gouden bocht', sail to the old harbour or watch architecture as you sail through the Eastern part of Amsterdam.
Really Nice Restaurants
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Kromhout Hall- al and creative environment
- 24-hour license
- additional areas
- Technological and Catering Free
- Speed Internet
- Overlooking the IJ
- free parking
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Double Tree by Hilton AmsterdamSet in the heart of the historic city, DoubleTree by Hilton Amsterdam Centraal Station places business and leisure guests within reach of Amsterdam’s famous shopping streets and cultural heritage sites. Explore the city by bike, take a train and arrive at Schiphol Airport in 20 minutes. -
Museum of Canals " Grachtenhuis"Looking for a special location for your event. A business dinner with an important client. A meeting or reception for your business. A fashion show or product launch. -
Cafe PanacheCreated by good friends who joined forces to convert an old market storage into a vibrant bar & restaurant. "Panache" is a flamboyant, original, confident but little reckless way of doing things. And that’s exactly what this eclectic café is all about. -
ADAM TowerA’DAM LOOKOUT is an observation deck with an unrivalled panoramic view of Amsterdam. You’ll see the city’s historical centre, its pulsating port, the unique Dutch polder landscape and you’ll spot the famous canals.
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StorkThis cafe restaurant is situated on the north part of the river Ij. Famous for daily fresh fish dishes and famous by all local people. You can have a small group or rent it out complete privately. -
PompstationPompstation is famous in Amsterdam for delicious juicy steaks, fabulous ambience, live music and a diverse wine list -
PlantageStunning atmosphere in this huge stylish modern spot with delicious food. If the weather lets you get a table in the outside terrace next to the zoo.
Venues
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Zuiveringshal westergasfabriekThe long Zuiveringshal (Refinery Building) is ideal for large-scale plenary sessions for up to 1000, but it can also easily be split up to suit different sections of your programme. -
StorkThis cafe restaurant is situated on the north part of the river Ij. Famous for daily fresh fish dishes and famous by all local people. You can have a small group or rent it out complete privately.
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RijksmuseumThe Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam is one of the 16 national museums in the Netherlands. The collection offers an overview of Dutch art and history including works by 17th-century Dutch masters such as Rembrandt, Vermeer and Hals.
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KoepelkerkThe beautiful 17th-century Dome Church is a unique hotel and conference accommodation at top level. The potential of the Dome Church and the hotel are unprecedented. -
Museum of Canals " Grachtenhuis"Looking for a special location for your event. A business dinner with an important client. A meeting or reception for your business. A fashion show or product launch.
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Gashouder westergasfabriekNew ideas often need old buildings.Westergasfabriek has the perfect venue for any event, whether it’s a major business congress, a seminar or a workshop. The venue for big cogresses is the iconic Gashouder (Gasholder), which can easily seat 1500 in theatre set-up. -
Het ConcertgebouwThe Royal Concert Hall has several monumental rooms where you can dine. Sit-down dinners can take place from 50 to 550 people. We can offer a lot of flexibility and diverse culinary variations. -
Het Concertgebouw AmsterdamBuilt in 1888 and Royal since 2013 is still one of the most busiest occupied concert halls in the world. More than 700,000 visitors have found the building during the more than 900 activities each season.
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Kromhout Hall
- al and creative environment
- 24-hour license
- additional areas
- Technological and Catering Free
- Speed Internet
- Overlooking the IJ
- free parking
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ADAM TowerA’DAM LOOKOUT is an observation deck with an unrivalled panoramic view of Amsterdam. You’ll see the city’s historical centre, its pulsating port, the unique Dutch polder landscape and you’ll spot the famous canals.
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Double Tree by Hilton AmsterdamSet in the heart of the historic city, DoubleTree by Hilton Amsterdam Centraal Station places business and leisure guests within reach of Amsterdam’s famous shopping streets and cultural heritage sites. Explore the city by bike, take a train and arrive at Schiphol Airport in 20 minutes.
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Maritime Museum AmsterdamA prime location for business meetings, private parties and weddings. The monumental building from 1656 has been completely renovated and features a number of multipurpose rooms for various events.
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PlantageStunning atmosphere in this huge stylish modern spot with delicious food. If the weather lets you get a table in the outside terrace next to the zoo.
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PompstationPompstation is famous in Amsterdam for delicious juicy steaks, fabulous ambience, live music and a diverse wine list
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Ocean DivaKnown for its impressive and contemporary charm. This remarkable event venue is 86 metres long can accommodate up to 1,500 guests. The four additional sub-rooms and the outside deck lend themselves ideally to the creation of new dimensions in events. -
Maritime MuseumThe Maritime Museum shows how the sea has determined the Dutch culture. Instimulating, interactive exhibits you discover 500 years of maritime history.
RECENT PROJECTS
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Sanofi VietnamDutch Matters organized a week incentive for a VIP group of the Taiwanese company Sanofi. -
World Summit AIWorld Summit AI is gathering the whole ecosystem, Enterprise, Startups, Investors and Deep Tech to discuss the future of Artificial Intelligence. -
KAO Goldwell & KMSDutch Matters produced this event, in cooperation with Jurlights, for 1200 guests at the Westergasfabriek in Amsterdam during MBAFW - Amsterdam Fashion Week. This edition the team succeeded to produce a complete new show. -
Kevin MurphyAmazing production of Kevin Murphy for 1000 hairdressers from all over the world, which took place at the Gashouder in Amsterdam. -
NikePresentation collection 2017 during summer for one week, for professionals and visitors. Presentation collection 2017 during summer for one week, for professionals and visitors. Activities outside and inside the Zuiveringshall. Inside you could fine the Olympic Innovation Experience, where highlighting innovation and technology was associated with the products. The Athlete Amphitheater : a showcase for the running Olympic Kits and Global Athlete line up. The Trail Experience where the newest products could be tried and the Athlete Member Wall with lockers for the athlets with the newest products. -
Hofmeester Dental"40th anniversary and grand opening of the new office "Hofmeester Dental" Over a 1000 clients were welcomed in Rotterdam for the Hofmeester festival. In typical Rotterdam style their new head office was spectacularly opened. -
Relaunch Experience KMSOverall production for KAO Benelux - KMS relaunch - 450 guests Over a 450 hairdressers from all over the country were welcomed in Amersfoort at the Prodent Fabriek for the relaunch of KMS. Simon Miller and Edwin Raaijmakers both lead the show at the catwalk and introduced many KMS professionals and models on stage. At the catwalk the new KMS was presented and the professionals showed the new products. During the after party several booths were manned by KMS professionals, delicious food was served from a specular food truck . A tattoe artist made tattoes for fans and a street artist painted the audience. A DJ made the show and created a nice atmosphere during the evening. A goodie bag with the new KMS products was offered to all guests. -
The NeXt Phase event - The Ocean CleanupDutch Matters produced this event for 2000 guests at the Werkspoorkathedraal in Utrecht, together with Bind Film and Jurlights. -
Launch of the Interceptor - The Ocean CleanupThe Interceptor is an autonomous system for collecting plastic pollution from rivers before it reaches the sea. Boyan Slat launched this brand new device of The Ocean Cleanup on October 26th at Broekman Distriport in Rotterdam for a public of 1000 guests. -
Frame Lab and Frame Awards 2018Frame Publishers organized a new event format, discovering the future of space through an immersive blend of inspiring talks, innovative exhibitions, and a top-class program of panel discussions and workshops. -
Lente Borrel WestergasfabriekDe Lenteborrel 2018 is a yearly event organized by De Westergasfabriek and here preferred partners: The Food Line-up and JUR. -
KAO Goldwell & KMS ShowKAO asked us to coordinate their event in the Westergasfabriek during the Fashion Week. They also asked Dutch Matters to organize their own event, attended by over 1200 international hairdressers. Plenty of reasons to celebrate!