Visit 12+ iconic film locations from Ocean’s Twelve, The Fault in Our Stars, James Bond & more – all in one weekend!
Day 1: Western Canals & Jordaan (Iconic Drama & Heists)
*Start at Central Station (8 AM) – All locations walkable/bikeable.*
- Anne Frank House
📍 Prinsengracht 263 | 🎬 The Fault in Our Stars (2014)
Tip: Book 9 AM entry (they sell out fast!) - Pancake Bakery
📍 Prinsengracht 191 | 🎬 Ocean’s Twelve (diner scene) + TFIOS (Hazel/Gus ate here)
Eat: Dutch apple pancake while overlooking the canal - Leidsegracht Bench Spot
📍 Near Café de Prins | 🎬 The Fault in Our Stars (emotional “Okay? Okay.” scene)
Photo: Sit on any bench facing the canal bridge - Singel Canal & Torensluis Bridge
📍 Near Bloemenmarkt | 🎬 Ocean’s Twelve (boat chase) + Diamonds Are Forever (Bond’s canal chase)
Rent a boat 🚤 from Canal Motorboats - Huize Frankendael
📍 Middenweg 72 | 🎬 Ocean’s Twelve (“Hotel De L’Europe” facade)
Tram 19 from Central Station (15 mins) - Westerkerk Church
📍 Prinsengracht 281 | 🎬 The Fault in Our Stars (Hazel’s narration spot)
Climb tower for city views (€10)
Day 2: Red Light District & East (Thrillers & Classics)
Start at Nieuwmarkt (9 AM) – Use trams for longer jumps.
- Oudezijds Voorburgwal Alley
📍 No. 40, Red Light District | 🎬 Ocean’s Twelve (Linus trapped)
Go early to avoid crowds - Shell Tower / IJ River
📍 Amsterdam Noord | 🎬 A Clockwork Orange (dystopian scenes)
Free ferry from Central Station (10 mins) - De Oranjerie Restaurant
📍 Vijzelstraat 55 | 🎬 The Fault in Our Stars (“Oranjee” dinner scene)
Brunch tip: Try their high tea - Nescio Bridge
📍 East Amsterdam | 🎬 Ocean’s Twelve (aerial shots)
Bike here via Flevopark - Scheepvaartmuseum Dock
📍 Maritime Museum | 🎬 Black Book (WWII boat scenes)
See historic ships (€17.50 entry) - Café Hoppe
📍 Spui 18 | 🎬 Soldier of Orange (resistance meetups)
End with jenever (Dutch gin) where WWII spies drank!
Key Movie Map
| Location | Primary Film | Nearby |
|---|---|---|
| Anne Frank House | Fault in Our Stars | Pancake Bakery |
| Singel Canal | Ocean’s Twelve + Bond | Flower Market |
| Huize Frankendael | Ocean’s Twelve | Frankendael Park |
| Shell Tower | A Clockwork Orange | A’DAM Lookout |
| Red Light District | Ocean’s Twelve | Chinatown |
Pro Tips for Movie Marathoners
- Bike Rental: Get an OV-fiets (€4.45/day) – 80% faster than walking.
- Cine Pass: Buy an I Amsterdam Card (€120/72h) – covers trams, canal cruise & Rijksmuseum.
- Missable But Famous:
- Diamonds Are Forever canal chase filmed near Groenburgwal.
- Girl With a Pearl Earring scenes shot at Rijksmuseum (Vermeer gallery).
- Dinner Twist: Eat at De Silveren Spiegel (Zwartboek filming spot) – 17th-century building with WWII spy history.
“Amsterdam’s streets are a living film reel – from Hazel’s tears on Prinsengracht to Bond’s speedboat wake on the Singel. Two days? Enough for 12 iconic scenes.”
Why This Itinerary Works for Movie Buffs
- Geographic Grouping: Day 1 = West canals (TFIOS/Ocean’s 12), Day 2 = East + Red Light (Bond/Verhoeven classics).
- Mix of Eras: Covers 1971–2017 films without backtracking.
- Flexible: Swap Day 1/2 based on Anne Frank House ticket availability.
Ready for your close-up? Grab this map, charge your camera, and remember:
“In Amsterdam, every bridge is a scene transition.” 🎬🚲
🛏️ Where to Stay
🎬 James Bond Locations in Amsterdam
🏳️🌈 About Cramberts
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