Hannekes Boom

When the weather turns warm, Amsterdam’s hip young things head to Hannekes Boom, an historic beer garden that is tucked away on a pier near Central Station. Rows of wooden picnic tables sit under a trellis of Christmas lights and colorful umbrellas, though on a particularly hot day, expect to see a heavy dose of bikinis and Wayfarers lounging on the floating dock, dangling their toes in the water. The food menu is limited but good and organic (think salads and paninis), but the real draw is the hefty pints of excellent beer and the overall ambiance. On some evenings, there is live music as well as art exhibitions and pop-up markets for vintage wares. Arrive via bike, taxi or boat.