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Discover Amsterdam
Welcome to Amsterdam! During your days in Amsterdam there is always some time to explore the capital. The city offers a unique blend of history, culture, and modern charm. From world-famous museums and picturesque canals to hidden gems and vibrant neighborhoods – there’s always something to discover.
Below, we’ve listed some iconic attractions that you can easily visit at your own pace. Whether you are passionate about art, history, architecture, or simply want to soak up the Amsterdam atmosphere, get inspired by everything Amsterdam has to offer!
Rijksmuseum
The Rijksmuseum is the museum of the Netherlands. The completely renovated Rijksmuseum tells the story of the Netherlands from the Middle Ages to the 20th century. Including works by Rembrandt, Vermeer, Frans Hals, and more! Most famous is Rembrandt’s masterpiece the Night Watch. A new display of the collection, a renewed building, new public facilities, a revamped garden and a new Asian Pavilion. Open daily from 9 am to 5 pm.
Anne Frank House
The Anne Frank House is a museum with a story. As a visitor, you experience this story through quotations, photos, films and original objects. The atmosphere in the museum is authentic and subdued. There are online scams active, buy tickets only through the official website.
Van Gogh Museum
Discover the world’s largest collection of works by Dutch painter Vincent van Gogh, featuring masterpieces such as Sunflowers, The Potato Eaters, Almond Blossom and The Bedroom. Book your tickets online. Please consult the museum website for current opening hours.
Verzetsmuseum Amsterdam
Explore true stories and destinies of everyday people during World War II in the Netherlands. What did life look like? What choices did you have to make? Step back in time at the Resistance Museum.
The Jordaan
This charming neighborhood is Amsterdam’s Greenwich Village, with its narrow alleys, leafy canals lined with 17th-century houses, quirky specialty shops, cafes and designer boutiques.
Vondelpark
At one of Amsterdam’s most famous parks, travelers can enjoy a host of outdoor activities amid beautiful English-style landscaping. Here, you can hike the countless trails or ride a bike around to spot charming bandstands and even a sculpture by Picasso along the way. Have a picnic by the pond as herons and ducks waltz past or pop by one of the many cafes in the park. You might want to visit between April and May to see the park awash with tulips in bloom or between May and September to watch live concerts at the open-air theater.
Dam Square
All roads lead to Dam Square, the real heart of Amsterdam, where The Royal Palace, the Nieuwe Kerk and the War Memorial overlook this vast and bustling open space.
Albert Cuyp Market
Albert Cuyp Market is the city’s largest street market is just south of the city center.
De 9 straatjes
This neighborhhood of “nine little streets” is full of quirky stores selling clothing, books, art, food and lots more.
ARTIS Amsterdam Royal Zoo
Stroll among the shady trees, admire the diversity of plants and animals, travel to the stars, enjoy our heritage. Visit ARTIS Amsterdam Royal Zoo and experience nature right in the city centre.
