Tolhuistuin

Amsterdam Noord

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In what was the Shell workers' canteen for 70 years from 1941, the nifty Tolhuistuin arts centre hosts African dance troupes, spoken word, visual art and much more on its garden stage under twinkling lights. It also houses club nights and big-name gigs in the Paradiso venue.

On sunny days, the brightly coloured trestle tables at the venue's cafe are perfectly placed for a pre- or post-ferry drink. The 1st-floor THT restaurant offers share-plate-style dining, though the price-to-portion-size ratio is not always as satisfying as the arts and views in the rest of the venue.

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