Timeline
15:41
Grab a snack at Foodhallen. This international food court in a former tram depot is open late, so you can find something to eat well before the evening chill sets in.
16:11
Walk south to Vondelpark. It is the closest large green space to the center. In summer, it is lively with locals enjoying drinks on the grass, but even in winter it offers a pleasant open break before your final destination.
16:36
Arrive at LAB 111. This former laboratory of anatomical pathology of the Wilhelmina Hospital serves as your viewing spot. The architecture frames the western sky perfectly as the day ends.
17:11
End the evening at 't Smalle. Sit by the canal on its beautiful terrace or retreat to the restored interior for a drink as the city lights begin to twinkle.
Local tip
The sun sets toward the SW on this date, aligning with the view from LAB 111. Arrive early enough to secure a good position inside the laboratory space.
Check before you go
- Foodhallen is open Mo-Th and Su 12:00-23:00; Fr-Sa 12:00-24:00.
- 't Smalle is open Mo-Th and Su 10:00-01:00; Fr-Sa 10:00-02:00.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Amsterdam (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).