🛍️ Shopping at Schiphol Airport

Amsterdam Schiphol Airport offers a shopping experience that combines international brands, local products, unique souvenirs, and convenience stores. Whether you're looking for a last-minute gift, luxury fashion, or something practical for your trip, you'll find options in every corner of the terminal, both before and after security control.

The shopping area is divided between Schiphol Plaza (public area) and the post-security area (duty-free). Many shops open from 5:00 am, and some even stay open until 1:30 am, adapting to the demand of international flights.

📅 Quick questions about shopping at Schiphol

💸 Are duty-free prices worth it? It depends on the product. For perfumes and chocolates, there can be good deals, but for electronics and luxury fashion, it's not always cheaper than in the city.
🌟 Where to find typical souvenirs? The "I Amsterdam," "We Love Holland," and "Dutch Discoveries" shops have the best variety.
⏰ Until what time are the shops open? Many open from 5:00 am to 1:30 am. Those located in Holland Boulevard and Lounges 2-3 have the most extended hours.
🛎 Can you shop without going through security? Yes, Schiphol Plaza (before security) has supermarkets, pharmacies, clothing, chocolates, and travel accessories.
🚩 Is there a VAT refund? Yes, if you live outside the EU. Look for the "Tax Refund" counters before leaving the country.

📊 Passenger Shopping Experience at Schiphol Airport

Based on trends from real passenger reviews on sites like Google, TripAdvisor, and Yelp

🌟 Souvenirs and Dutch Products

I Amsterdam / We Love Amsterdam / We Love Holland: Very popular among tourists. They offer everything from magnets and keychains to t-shirts. Prices aren't the lowest, but the variety and accessibility are valued.
Dutch Discoveries / Dutch Food Gifts: Recommended by travelers looking to take something more authentic: stroopwafels, cheeses, Delft pottery. Some criticize the lack of tastings.
Say Cheese: Good selection of local cheeses. Very well presented and with friendly service, although some find similar, cheaper options in supermarkets outside the airport.

💼 Fashion and Accessories

The Fashion Gallery / Gucci / Balenciaga / Burberry: Luxury stores are valued for their variety and store design, but many travelers agree that prices are the same as or higher than in the city.
HEMA / G-Star Raw / Hunkemöller: Excellent for last-minute practical purchases. Casual and basic clothing at good prices. The stores are usually tidy and well-staffed.

🔦 Electronics and Books

Electronics / Travel Books & Electronics: Good assortment of headphones, adapters, travel gadgets. Prices can be higher, but it's a convenient solution if you forgot something important.
Books & Magazines / Bruna: Well-regarded for finding travel reading in various languages. Bruna also offers stationery and souvenirs.

🍬 Sweets, Chocolates, and Drinks

Tony's Chocolonely / Coco & Sebas: Noted for quality and original packaging. Tony's is ideal as a gift with a social cause. Some shoppers mention it's better to buy large packs for a better unit price.
Liquor & Tobacco / ExQuisite: Valued for a variety of premium drinks and tobaccos, though they can be crowded during peak hours.

💄 Cosmetics and Wellness

Perfumes & Cosmetics / Rituals / KIKO Milano: All three brands are consistently praised for their atmosphere, available testers, and helpful staff. Rituals stands out for its travel kits and distinctive scents.

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🛍️ Complete List of Shops at Schiphol

Explore all available options for shopping before and after security control.

Note: Availability and service hours may vary depending on the time and terminal.

🏢 Before Security Control

Airport Telecom Shop - Phones, accessories, SIM cards - Schiphol Plaza (Monday to Friday 7:00 am to 6:00 pm, Saturdays and Sundays 7:00 am to 4:00 pm)
Albert Heijn - Supermarket - Schiphol Plaza (5:00 am to 12:00 am)
Aviflora - Flowers - Schiphol Plaza (6:30 am to 9:30 pm)
Bloem! - Flowers - Arrivals 4 (9:00 am to 6:00 pm) / Schiphol Plaza (8:00 am to 5:00 pm)
Bruna - Reading and writing - Schiphol Plaza (4:00 am to 10:30 pm)
Coco & Sebas - Chocolates - Schiphol Plaza (7:00 am to 10:00 pm)
Electronics - Electronics - Schiphol Plaza (7:00 am to 10:00 pm)
Etos - Pharmacy - Schiphol Plaza (7:00 am to 8:00 pm)
G-Star Raw - Casual clothing - Schiphol Plaza (9:00 am to 5:00 pm)
HEMA - Fashion and accessories - Schiphol Plaza (7:00 am to 10:00 pm)
Hunkemöller - Lingerie, swimwear - Schiphol Plaza (9:00 am to 6:00 pm)
Jamin / Multivlaai - Sweets - Connector P1 - (Monday to Thursday 7:00 am to 5:00 pm, Friday to Sunday 7:00 am to 7:00 pm)
KIKO Milano - Cosmetics and personal care - Schiphol Plaza (9:00 am to 8:00 pm)
Memories & More - Gifts - Schiphol Plaza (7:00 am to 10:00 pm)
Old Amsterdam - Cheeses - Schiphol Plaza (8:00 am to 4:00 pm)
Outdoor & Travel by Paolo Salotto - Travel accessories - Schiphol Plaza (Thursday to Monday 7:00 am to 7:00 pm, Tuesday and Wednesday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm)
Planes@Plaza - Toys - Schiphol Plaza (7:00 am to 10:00 pm)
Rituals - Cosmetics - Schiphol Plaza (7:00 am to 10:00 pm)
Service Point - Accessories - Schiphol Plaza (7:00 am to 10:00 pm)
UP TO DO GOOD - Art - Schiphol Plaza (Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 9:00 pm, weekends 8:00 am to 7:00 pm)

🌟 After Security Control

Balenciaga - Fashion - Lounge 2 (7:00 am to 7:00 pm)
Books & Magazines - Press - Holland Boulevard / Lounge 2 / Lounge 3 / Lounge 4 / Piers B and G (5:00 am to 1:30 am)
Burberry - Fashion - Lounge 2 (5:00 am to 1:30 am)
Bvlgari - Jewelry - Lounge 2 (6:00 am to 9:00 pm)
Chocolates, Liquor & Tobacco - Lounge 1 (3:30 am to 9:30 pm) / Lounge 2 (5:00 am to 9:30 pm) / Lounge 3 (5:00 am to 10:00 pm) / Lounge 4 (5:00 am to 1:30 am)
Drugstore - Travel items - Holland Boulevard / Lounge 2 (5:00 am to 1:30 am)
Dutch Discoveries - Regional products - Piers D, F, and G (7:30 am to 9:00 pm)
Dutch Food Gifts - Regional products - Holland Boulevard (5:00 am to 1:30 am) / Pier B (7:30 am to 4:00 pm)
Electronics - Holland Boulevard / Lounge 2 / Lounge 3 (5:00 am to 9:00 pm)
ExQuisite - Drinks and cigars - Holland Boulevard (6:00 am to 10:00 pm)
Fashion & Travel - Clothing and accessories - Lounge 1 / Lounge 3 (5:00 am to 1:30 am)
Fine Food - Delicatessen - Lounge 2 (5:00 am to 1:30 am)
GASSAN Diamonds - Jewelry - Holland Boulevard / Lounge 1 / Lounge 2 (5:30 am to 9:00 pm)
GASSAN Trends - Jewelry - Lounge 3 (6:30 am to 8:00 pm)
GASSAN Watches & Jewellery - Jewelry - Lounge 2 / Lounge 3 (5:30 am to 9:30 pm)
Gucci - Fashion - Lounge 2 (5:30 am to 9:30 pm)
Hermès - Fashion - Lounge 2 (5:00 am to 1:30 am)
House of Tulips - Flowers - Holland Boulevard / Lounge 1 / Lounge 3 (5:00 am to 1:30 am)
I Amsterdam - Souvenirs - Holland Boulevard / Lounge 1 (6:00 am to 8:00 pm)
Let's Play - Toys - Holland Boulevard / Lounge 2 (5:00 am to 1:30 am)
Montblanc - Watches, leather goods, accessories - Holland Boulevard (6:00 am to 8:00 pm)
NL+ Souvenir & Sports - Sports souvenirs - Lounge 2 / Lounge 3 (5:00 am to 1:30 am)
Omega - Watches - Lounge 2 (6:00 am to 9:00 pm)
Perfumes & Cosmetics - Cosmetics - Lounge 1 / Lounge 2 / Lounge 3 / Lounge 4 (5:00 am to 1:30 am)
Rituals - Cosmetics - Holland Boulevard / Lounge 3 / Pier B (7:00 am to 8:00 pm)
Rolex - Watches - Lounge 2 (6:00 am to 9:00 pm)
Say Cheese - Cheeses - Lounge 3 (5:00 am to 1:30 am)
Schiphol Shop - Duty-free - Piers D, E, F, G (6:00 am to 9:30 pm)
Sunglasses - Lounge 1 / Lounge 2 / Lounge 3 / Pier B (5:00 am to 1:30 am)
The Fashion Gallery - Fashion - Lounge 2 / Lounge 3 (5:00 am to 1:30 am)
Tony's Chocolonely - Chocolates - Lounge 3 (6:00 am to 10:00 pm)
Travel Books & Electronics - Travel books and electronics - Lounge 2 (5:00 am to 1:30 am)
V!zz!t - Duty-free - Pier C (5:00 am to 1:30 am)
Victoria's Secret - Lingerie - Schiphol Plaza (7:00 am to 10:00 pm) / Lounge 3 (5:00 am to 1:30 am)
We Love Amsterdam - Souvenirs - Lounge 1 (4:00 am to 9:30 pm)
We Love Holland - Souvenirs - Lounge 3 (5:00 am to 1:30 am)
WHSmith - Convenience store - Piers D and F (5:00 am to 1:30 am)