Airport Hacks & Reviews Guide to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) - Non Official

Shops and restaurants at Amsterdam Airport

Amsterdam Schiphol Airport offers one of Europe’s most extensive airport shopping experiences, with over 50 shops ranging from luxury boutiques to convenience stores, both before and after security. The shopping areas are divided into two main zones: Schiphol Plaza (public area, before security) and the airside lounges (after security, for ticketed passengers only).

Schiphol Plaza (Before Security):

  • Accessible to everyone, including non-travelers.
  • Key shops: Albert Heijn supermarket, Etos (pharmacy and beauty), H&M, Bottega Veneta, Burberry, Airport Telecom Shop, Bloem! (flowers), Dutch Food Gifts, House of Tulips, AKO Books & Travel, Jamin (sweets), and Kiko (cosmetics)4.
  • Ideal for groceries, last-minute essentials, gifts, and Dutch souvenirs.

After Security (Airside Lounges):

  • Only accessible to ticketed passengers.
  • Luxury boutiques: Gucci, Hermès, Bottega Veneta, Hugo Boss, G-Star Raw, Victoria’s Secret, Bvlgari, Montblanc, Rolex, Swarovski, Swatch, IWC Schaffhausen, GASSAN (jewelry and watches).
  • Duty-free and specialty shops: Chocolates & Fine Food, Gall & Gall (liquor), Leonidas (chocolates), Nespresso, Aviflora (flowers), I Amsterdam, Dutch Discoveries (souvenirs), Electronics.
  • Convenience: WHSmith (books, magazines), Fresh Food Market, and multiple drugstores and pharmacies open until late.

Recommendations:

  • For luxury shopping, visit the high-end boutiques in Lounge 2 after security.
  • For Dutch gifts and flowers, Aviflora and House of Tulips are top picks.
  • Albert Heijn and Etos in Schiphol Plaza are perfect for snacks, toiletries, and travel essentials.

Shops are generally open from early morning until late at night (typically 7:00 AM–10:00 PM), with some open 24/7. Whether you’re looking for designer fashion, electronics, Dutch specialties, or last-minute travel needs, Schiphol’s shopping options are among the best in Europe.