Amsterdam

Canal-lined streets, world-class museums, and bike-friendly charm.

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About Amsterdam

Amsterdam combines historic beauty with progressive attitudes. Cycle along UNESCO-listed canals, marvel at Van Gogh and Rembrandt masterpieces, and experience the laid-back café culture. From the Anne Frank House to the Red Light District, Amsterdam embraces all facets of life.

What to See & Do

Canal boat tours

Van Gogh Museum

Anne Frank House

Jordaan neighborhood

Vondelpark

Coffee shops

Where to Stay

Waldorf Astoria Amsterdam

luxury

Canal palace with Michelin dining

The Hoxton Amsterdam

boutique

Hip design hotel in trendy neighborhood

Pulitzer Amsterdam

boutique

25 canal houses connected as luxury hotel

Activities & Experiences

Canal Cruise

Historic waterways tour with prosecco

Duration: 1.5 hours

Bike Tour

Explore like a local on two wheels

Duration: 3 hours

Van Gogh Museum

World's largest collection

Duration: 2 hours

Jordaan Food Walk

Cheese, stroopwafels, and Dutch bites

Duration: 3 hours

Where to Eat

Ciel Bleu

French Fine Dining

2-Michelin-star with city views

De Kas

Farm-to-Table

Greenhouse restaurant with own vegetables

Café de Prins

Dutch

Canal-side brown café with apple pie

Sample Itineraries

Amsterdam Highlights

3 days
First-time Visitors
3 days
1

Canals & Museums

  • Canal cruise
  • Anne Frank House
  • Jordaan wander
  • Brown café dinner
2

Art & Culture

  • Rijksmuseum
  • Van Gogh Museum
  • Vondelpark picnic
  • Red Light District walk
3

Local Life

  • Bike to Zaanse Schans windmills
  • Albert Cuyp Market
  • Final canal stroll

Quick Facts

Region

Europe

Best Time to Visit

Apr-May, Sep-Oct

When to Go

April-May for tulip season. September-October for fewer crowds.

Avoid: December-February is cold and dark.

Getting There

Schiphol Airport (AMS) is 20 min from center by train. Excellent train connections to Paris, Brussels, and German cities.

Local Tips

  • Rent a bike - it's the best way to explore
  • Book Anne Frank House months ahead
  • Stroopwafels are best fresh from Albert Cuyp Market
  • Tipping is not mandatory but appreciated

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