Don’t expect extensive shopping opportunities in Noord. There’s a bunch of uninspiring shopping centres where exclusivity does not usually reign supreme. Vintage lovers however, can indulge themselves. But for a real all-round shopping spree, you better take a train to Antwerpen, located in Belgium, less than two hours away. Are you a beauty freak? Then North is the place to be. Nail salons are the local beauty specialty. Don’t be shocked by the common bright pink interior, and adorn your hands at a reasonable price.
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Home Made v/d Pekmarkt
This is where locals, artists and musicians meet. Enjoy homemade products, knitted slippers, honey and other delicacies. Or browse for free stuff in De Kast van Noord (‘The Closet of Noord’): a...
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IJ-Hallen
The IJ-hallen (IJ halls) at the NDSM shipyard host a gigantic monthly flea market with over 300 stalls. The place to be for vintage lovers.
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Neef Louis & van Dijk en Ko
The best address for second hand design and industrials. Neef Louis (‘Cousin Louis’) specializes in beautiful furnishings. His neighbor Van Dijk en Ko is the largest brocante-dealer of Amsterdam.
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Elythé
Elythé is a cosy living room shop you can explore for hours. At a modest fee, residents can sell things here they no longer use. Besides offering you a cup of coffee, founder Theo is a good listener.
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Winkelcentrum Boven 't Y
Thanks to this huge shopping centre, Noord is fully equipped. Don’t expect a shop mecca, but the traditional Dutch store Hema is present, where you’ll find everything you need. Boven ‘t Y is a nice...
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Dar el Caftan
From takshitas to caftans and traditional jewelry: Dal el Caftan specializes in Moroccan evening and wedding gowns. Here, you can find a complete party outfit.
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Bizim Ufuk Market
In the Turkish supermarket Bizim Ufuk, all ingredients for a fine halal meal are available. There's friendly staff and friendly prizes. The former vice-prime minister Wouter Bos, who lives in Noord
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Universal Nails
A visit to a nail salon is a must during your holiday in Noord. Don’t be put off by the smell of burnt plastic or the bright pink interior, but take a seat on that leather couch and read the latest...
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Vrouwenzaak
Beauty treatments, live music, fashion shows, exotic appetizers and more
The Vrouwenzaak (‘the women’s business’) is a corporation in which women from different cultural backgrounds team up. It features a beauty salon, nail salon and more. In collaboration with...