How to use Amsterdam On The Go without cluttering the map
The map works best when you treat filters as tools rather than turning everything on at once. Start with the practical layer you need now, then add a second or third layer only when it helps the same trip.
Start with the essentials
Drinking water, ATMs and public toilets are the default starting layers because they solve common practical needs. If you are cycling, add Bike pumps. If you are heading to a park with a dog, add Dog off-leash. If you want to exercise outside, add Sports facilities. The point is not to display every possible pin at once; the point is to answer the next question quickly.
Use the map and the list differently
The map is best for understanding distance and direction. Nearby is better when you want to compare the visible results without tapping many markers. Moving the map changes the context, so zoom into the area you actually plan to visit before judging what is close.
Events are intentionally separate
Events are temporary and can change quickly, so they are not treated like permanent facilities. Use Today, Next 7 days, Next 30 days or All upcoming. An event receives a map marker only when there is one reliable location in Amsterdam; multi-location programmes stay in the event list.
On mobile
Use the collapsible controls to keep the screen focused. Filters, map, events and nearby results do not all need to occupy the screen at the same time. Your current-location control can centre the map on your position when you grant browser permission.