Amsterdam
Canal-lined streets, world-class museums, and bike-friendly charm.
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
luxuryCanal palace with Michelin dining
The Hoxton Amsterdam
boutiqueHip design hotel in trendy neighborhood
Pulitzer Amsterdam
boutique25 canal houses connected as luxury hotel
Activities & Experiences
Canal Cruise
Historic waterways tour with prosecco
Bike Tour
Explore like a local on two wheels
Van Gogh Museum
World's largest collection
Jordaan Food Walk
Cheese, stroopwafels, and Dutch bites
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
Canals & Museums
- Canal cruise
- Anne Frank House
- Jordaan wander
- Brown café dinner
Art & Culture
- Rijksmuseum
- Van Gogh Museum
- Vondelpark picnic
- Red Light District walk
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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