Flying Pig Uptown

As the original Flying Pig hostel, we can't wait to welcome you again! We are located perfectly central in between the museum and fashion district, the park and Leidseplein where the best concert-halls, clubs, bars and coffee shops are and most locals go out. You'll get that real Amsterdam feel and are still close enough to the red light district, which is only a 15-minute walk.

This spring and summer you can enjoy Amsterdam's famous green grass in the beautiful Vondelpark, right outside the Flying Pig Uptown, for drinks, smokes and picnics. Check out the free musical and cultural performances on the park stage or play games with your (new) friends on your bare feet.

The Pig has been world famous for its laidback atmosphere, a hostel bar that everyone keeps talking about and friendly helpful staff. We have a guest kitchen and bar with indoor smoking area, where you will meet lots of people. Free breakfast, linen and internet; one price covers all!

If you are in for some culture, the van Gogh museum and the Rijksmuseum (with the 'Nachtwacht') are just around the corner, same as the beautiful Concert Building and the 'I Amsterdam' letters. Do you want to explore the Red Light District, some historic sites or Chinatown? Just take a stroll, everything is within walking distance. Public transport is close by too.

But there's always more: go shopping at one of the local markets (such as the Albert Cuijp in the Pijp area) or the '9 little streets', drink a beer at the Amsterdam Heineken Museum or have a wild night out in the so-called pop temple the Paradiso, within crawling-home distance . You can borrow some free hostel skates and share a 'smoke', drink and a blanket with your (new made) friends on the green grass of the famous Vondelpark. Laugh your head off at one of the comedy clubs on the Leidseplein or visit other local areas of the city.

The Flying Pig Uptown provides:
• Free buffet-style breakfast
• Free linen
• Free use of a guest kitchen
• Dorms (every bed has a reading light)
• Private rooms (with little fridge & tv)
• Single & queen size bunkbeds
• Shower & toilet in most of the rooms
• Open 24 hours (with night security)
• No curfews/ no lockout (keycard access)
• Free individual lockers in the rooms (bring your own padlock or buy one at reception for €3 )
• Free use of reception safe for small valuables
• Free luggage storage
• Internet, Skype and WiFi
• Credit cards accepted
• Lively hostel bar with theme nights & the cheapest beer in town!
• Munchy food for sale
• Smoking area in bar
• Daily drink specials in the Pig hostel bar
• Book exchange
• Free movies to watch
• Shuttle bus between Amsterdam & the Beach hostel
• Sale of several tickets at reception
• Sale of Pig merchandise at reception
• Free use of skates
• Free walking tours
• A daily updated Amsterdam agenda
• A free detailed map of Amsterdam
• Discounts on several 'things to do' in Amsterdam
• 50% off entrance Winston Kingdom club with your Flying Pig key card



Important Note:
-Groups over 10 persons will be refused unless booked through our head office.
-The Flying Pig has an age restriction; we welcome guests from above 18 to the eternal young at heart!

Directions

Walking from the Central Station, it takes about 10 to 15 minutes to get to the Gandalf. Leaving the Station at the front, you cross the large bridge and turn left. You walk along the Prins Hendrikkade towards the IJ-Tunnel. Just before the tunnel you will find the Oosterdok on your left.
A well recognisable 'neighbour' is Nemo, a large green building that looks like a ship. It is built right on top of the IJ-Tunnel.

Facilities

Breakfast Included