The Waterhole: Amsterdam's Vibrant Live Music Hub
Experience the electrifying atmosphere of The Waterhole, Amsterdam's premier live music venue and nightlife hotspot, blending concerts with fun activities.
Located in the heart of Amsterdam, The Waterhole is a dynamic live music venue that combines energetic performances with a lively atmosphere. Perfect for tourists seeking a taste of local nightlife, this venue offers everything from concerts to dart games, making it a must-visit spot in the city.
A brief summary to The Waterhole
- Korte Leidsedwarsstraat 49, Amsterdam, Amsterdam-Centrum, 1017 PW, NL
- +31206208904
- Visit website
- Monday 12 pm-3 am
- Tuesday 12 pm-3 am
- Wednesday 12 pm-3 am
- Thursday 12 pm-3 am
- Friday 12:30 pm-4 am
- Saturday 12:30 pm-4 am
- Sunday 12 pm-3 am
Local tips
- Arrive early to secure a good spot as seating can fill up quickly during popular performances.
- Check the venue's website for upcoming events and special nights to maximize your experience.
- Consider trying their signature cocktails while enjoying the live music for a complete experience.
- Dress comfortably since the venue can get quite lively and crowded.
- If you're a fan of darts, take advantage of the dart bar area for some friendly competition.
Getting There
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Walking
If you are near the Amersfoort train station, exit the station and head southwest on Stationsplein towards Barchman Wuytierslaan. Continue straight onto Barchman Wuytierslaan, and then turn right onto De Nieuwe Poort. Follow the road as it merges into Langestraat. Continue walking straight until you reach the city center. From the city center, head towards the east on the Krommestraat and then make a left onto De Hof. Keep going until you come to the intersection with Langestraat and turn right onto Langestraat. Follow this street until you see the signs for the bus station, and you will find the bus that takes you towards Amsterdam.
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Public Transport - Bus
From Amersfoort, take bus line 1 from the main bus station (Busstation Amersfoort) towards Amsterdam. Ensure to check the bus schedules as they might vary. The journey will take approximately 50 minutes. Once you arrive in Amsterdam, you will get off at the stop 'Zuid'. From there, walk towards the nearest tram station and take tram line 12 towards 'Zuid'. Get off at 'Leidsestraat' and walk to Korte Leidsedwarsstraat which is a short distance away.
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Public Transport - Train
Head to Amersfoort train station and take a train towards Amsterdam Central Station. The journey takes around 30 minutes. Once you arrive at Amsterdam Central, exit the station and walk to the tram stop located outside the station. Take tram line 1 or line 5 towards 'Leidseplein'. Get off at the 'Leidseplein' stop and walk east along the Korte Leidsedwarsstraat until you reach Korte Leidsedwarsstraat 49.
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