Amsterdam
Why go?
See & do
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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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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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MuseumsRijksmuseum
Add to itineraryRijksmuseum, the museum of the Netherlands with masterpieces from the Middle Ages to the 20th century.
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MuseumsVan Gogh Museum
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Food & DrinkThe Heineken Experience
Add to itineraryDiscover the world of Heineken through an interactive self-guided journey in the former Heineken brewery.
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NatureVondelpark
Add to itineraryEnjoy tranquil greenery, cultural activities and laidback café bars in Amsterdam’s largest city park.
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Also great
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Neighborhoods & Districts Amsterdam Noord Amsterdam - 6 km Add to itinerary -
Neighborhoods & Districts Amsterdam Oost Amsterdam - 3 km Add to itinerary -
Neighborhoods & Districts Amsterdam Zuid Amsterdam - 4 km Add to itinerary -
Neighborhoods & Districts Amsterdam West Amsterdam - 2 km Add to itinerary -
Sights to see Amsterdam’s squares Amsterdam - 1 km Add to itinerary -
Shopping The 9 Straatjes shopping Amsterdam - 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!
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Food & Drink10x restaurants in Amsterdam
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Food & DrinkBreweries in Amsterdam
Add to itineraryLearn about the history of beer in Holland, taste the varieties and visit breweries in Amsterdam.
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Food & Drink10x Michelin Starred Restaurants in Amsterdam
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Food & DrinkCafes and terraces in Amsterdam
Add to itinerary10x best cafes and terraces in Amsterdam.
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Food & DrinkProeflokaal Wynand Fockink
Add to itineraryHidden away behind Dam Square is one of the most beautiful tasting rooms in the Netherlands, where guests can taste home-distilled Dutch jenever.
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Where to stay
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7 unique places to stay in Amsterdam
Add to itineraryThese seven unique places to stay in Amsterdam will help make your trip all the more special.
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W Hotel Amsterdam
Add to itineraryThe W Hotel can be found right in the heart of Amsterdam. The rooms are spacious and equipped with every amenity.
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Conscious Hotel Museum Square
Add to itineraryHave you ever slept in a hotel where leaves grow from the walls? You can do so in Amsterdam!
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Hotel De Hallen
After a day's worth of cycling, shopping or cultural exploration in Amsterdam Oud-West, enjoy the relaxing surroundings at Hotel De Hallen.
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Citizen M
Add to itineraryThe unique CitizenM hotel is just a 5 minute walk from train station Amsterdam Zuid. You can control everything in the room from an iPad, from the room's color to the SmartTV.
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Hotel V Nesplein
Add to itineraryElegant accommodation situated at the famous Keizersgracht in Amsterdam. Stylish rooms where classic elements are still visible, giving the rooms a romantic touch.
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Events in Amsterdam
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13 Apr 2019
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4 May 2019
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23 Aug 2019
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14 Feb 2020
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11 Mar 2020
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1 Apr 2020
Amsterdam’s hidden gems
Explore Amsterdam’s hidden gems, including museums, music venues, restaurants and breweries.
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Dutch TraditionsPedal boats in Amsterdam
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Dutch TraditionsBrouwerij 't IJ
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MuseumsEYE Amsterdam
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Green Heart of Holland
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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?
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.
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
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