If you’re a book lover visiting Amsterdam, Waterstones on Kalverstraat is a must-visit stop. With its four floors filled with a carefully curated selection of books, games, and even toys, this beautiful bookstore is a great way to spend some time while soaking in the ambiance of one of the city’s most vibrant shopping streets.
Spui is known as the book square of Amsterdam, because of the large (international) bookstores in the area. Waterstones is the most beautiful, with four floors filled with stunning English-language books, games, toys and souvenirs. Read the reviews posted by the staff to learn if books are any good, or not.
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Why should you visit Waterstones? As a family-friendly bookstore, it offers something for everyone—whether you’re looking for a novel, a travel guide, or a toy for the kids. It’s the perfect spot to browse, relax, and pick up a souvenir or two.
What makes Waterstones special is its beautiful layout and wide range of English-language books, which is a rarity in Amsterdam. You can easily spend 30 to 60 minutes here, browsing through books or enjoying the quiet corners of the store. If you’re looking to avoid crowds, it’s best to visit early in the day or on weekdays when the store is less busy.
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Waterstones is just a 5-minute walk from Mint Square. Head straight down Kalverstraat and you’ll find the bookstore at the end of the street.
Plan Your Visit
WATERSTONES
Kalverstraat 152
1012 XV Amsterdam, Netherlands
Daily 10:00-18:30
€€
About This Area
MINT SQUARE & SPUI SQUARE
Boats glide beneath you, trams pass by, along with taxis, buses, and cars. Cyclists and pedestrians weave through the hustle. Muntplein (Mint Square) is one of the busiest spots in the city. At this historic place, where the river Amstel splits into the Singel canal and Damrak, you’ll find the Flower Market, the end of the bustling Kalverstraat, Spui Square, beautiful Burgerweeshuis and Het Begijnhof.
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