Amsterdam
Why go?
Things to do
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Dutch TraditionsBike hire in Amsterdam
Add to itineraryHire a bike and pedal your way around the city’s top attractions, feeling like a true Amsterdammer.
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Dutch TraditionsCanal cruises in Amsterdam
Add to itineraryGet a prime view of Amsterdam’s most interesting sights and scenery by taking a canal cruise.
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NatureThe beach in Amsterdam
Add to itineraryOn a summer’s day in Amsterdam, the best beaches to visit are Strand Zuid, Strand West and Strand IJburg.
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MuseumsRijksmuseum
Add to itineraryRijksmuseum, the museum of the Netherlands with masterpieces from the Middle Ages to the 20th century.
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MuseumsAnne Frank House
Add to itineraryDiscover how the Frank family and other people lived in hiding during the occupation of Holland.
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AttractionsGASSAN Diamonds Amsterdam
Add to itineraryTake the tour and learn all there is to know about diamonds and Amsterdam’s history as a diamond city.
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Neighborhoods & Districts Amsterdam Noord 6 km Add to itinerary -
Neighborhoods & Districts Amsterdam Oost 3 km Add to itinerary -
Neighborhoods & Districts Amsterdam Zuid 4 km Add to itinerary -
Neighborhoods & Districts Amsterdam West 2 km Add to itinerary -
Sights to see Amsterdam’s squares 1 km Add to itinerary -
Shopping The 9 Straatjes shopping 1 km Add to itinerary
Eating & drinking
Soul food, French or international cuisine? Amsterdam boasts several Michelin star restaurants as well as many great bistros and terraces. Go for a tour on the Pannenkoekenboot (Pancake Boat), enjoy a vegan snack, or grab a quintessentially Dutch frikandel 'from the wall' at Febo. Where to eat in Amsterdam? This city has it all!
Restaurants in Amsterdam
Where will you eat in Amsterdam? On a beautiful terrace? Chic, or informal? View the tips here.
Proeflokaal Wynand Fockink
Hidden away behind Dam Square is one of the most beautiful tasting rooms in the Netherlands, where guests can taste home-distilled Dutch jenever.
10x Michelin Starred Restaurants in Amsterdam
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Where to stay
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Best reviewed hotels in Amsterdam
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Bed & Breakfast in Amsterdam
Add to itineraryVisit the capital of Holland and stay in one of the many unique B&Bs in Amsterdam.
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Hotels in Amsterdam
Book your perfect hotel in Amsterdam: from low-budget hotels to houseboats or chic hotels in the city center.
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Hostels in Amsterdam
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Amsterdam’s hidden gems
Explore Amsterdam’s hidden gems, including museums, music venues, restaurants and breweries.
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Sights to seeBegijnhof Amsterdam
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ShoppingLuxury shopping in Amsterdam
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Nature
The beach in Amsterdam
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Dutch TraditionsPedal boats in Amsterdam
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NatureVondelpark
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Dutch TraditionsBrouwerij 't IJ
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Experience Amsterdam
Come to Amsterdam and discover the world-famous 17th-century inner city. The pleasant Jordaan district boasts narrow streets, bustling cafés and stately merchant houses lining the famous canals. Go shopping in small boutiques and art galleries in de 9 straatjes (9 streets) or visit one of the large department stores for indoor shopping.
Museums for all ages
Amsterdam has the world’s highest museum density and it home to cultural treasures like the Van Gogh Museum, Anne Frank House, and Rijksmuseum with its world-famous “The Night Watch’’ by Rembrandt the painter. Are you visiting Amsterdam with children? Micropia near Artis and Science Center NEMO are must-see attractions!
Exploring Amsterdam by boat and bicycle
The name of the city dates from the 12th century, when a dam was built in the Amstel river. Today the water is still a defining element of Amsterdam. You should definitely go on a boat tour of Amsterdam and discover the historic canal ring, which became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2011.
Feel like a native and explore the city by bicycle. Or book a complete cycling holiday if you want a sportive holiday. Amsterdam is the starting point for several routes that will have you visit countless highlights in Holland.
Where is what?
Hop on- Hop off Amsterdam
The Hop on/Hop off bus is an excellent and flexible way to explore Amsterdam at your leisure. You can hop on and off at many centrally located stops as often as you like!
Discover Amsterdam with the Holland Pass
Discover Amsterdam with your Holland Pass and enjoy free tickets and many discounts for Heineken Experience, Van Gogh Museum, Maritiem Museum, and much more.
Amsterdam tickets
Pre-order your tickets for Amsterdam museums & attractions in our ticket shop and save instant money on combination deals!
How to get to Amsterdam
By public transport
Amsterdam is easily accessible by public transport from Schiphol Airport. For travel within the city you can buy an Amsterdam Travel Ticket or an Amsterdam & Region Travel Ticket.
By car
If you are coming by car, make sure to seek out information about parking in Amsterdam.
Transport in Holland
Distances within Holland are easily bridged. Any location you might want to visit can be reached within three hours. The train, bus and tram will taken you pretty much anywhere you want to go. You can also explore Holland by bicycle. With over 32,000 kilometers worth of bicycle paths, Holland is a real cycling country with many fantastic cycling routes.
