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Tours & Sightseeing
Cheese Tasting Experience
A cheese tasting lesson at Henri Willig's Cheese & More store, with traditional Dutch cheeses including Baby Gouda. On the tour, your guide will explain how cheeses are made and you'll watch a short film about this artisanal craft. Cheese is accompanied by mustard and dips, and either a glass of wine, beer or soft drink.
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Blue Boat Canal Cruise
Amsterdam is best viewed from the water. This boat cruise offers unique city views through the famous UNESCO World Heritage canals. With audio commentary in 21 available languages, you’ll learn about a city that is rooted in history, yet continues to develop and change. This canal cruise offers you the best views of both new and old architecture and bridges - from the Golden Bend to Overhoeks, and from the Music Building to the impressive replica of the 17th-century Amsterdam cargo ship.
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MacBike Rental
Rent a bike to get around the city like a local. Pick from different models and decide how long you want to rent it.
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Cruise Like A Local Boat Tour
An environmentally friendly canal boat tour, led by local experts, with 2 free complimentary drinks.
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Yellow Bike – Small City Bike Tour
Bike through the Jordaan neighborhood, past the Anne Frank House and through Vondelpark – all with a local guide.
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City Sightseeing Hop-On/Off Bus & Boat: 24/48-Hour Pass
See Amsterdam’s sights from the road and water, as you pass the iconic Rijksmuseum, Vondelpark, Anne Frank’s house and more. An audio guide brings the attractions to life.
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Hop-on, Hop-off – Cheese, Windmills & Dutch Villages
A flexible, day-long tour of the Dutch countryside. Discover the art of cheese-making at Henri Willig’s cheese farm and admire some original Dutch windmills. Other highlights include visits to Broek in Waterland and trying fresh fish at Volendam harbor.
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1-Hour Canal Cruise
A 1-hour cruise along Amsterdam’s UNESCO World Heritage canal district. Visitors will see age-old merchant houses, iconic churches, and charming bridges along the way. Commentary in several languages is provided throughout the tour.
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Local Culture
Photo Shoot in Traditional Dutch Costume
Try on a traditional Dutch Volendammer costume and snap pics in the Museum's photography studio.
Local Culture
Hop-on, Hop-off Bus With Keukenhof Tulip Garden
Keukenhof is home to more than 7 million bulbs and 800 varieties of tulips, which bloom into vibrant technicolor. Visitors can also explore the Tulpomania exhibition.
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Museum of Bags and Purses
Housed in a 17th-century canal hous, this museum features a collection of over 4,000 bags, purses, trunks, pouches, cases and accessories dating from the late Middle Ages. It traces the history of the western ladies' bag over the last 500 years.
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Rijksmuseum
The most-visited museum in the Netherlands, the Rijksmuseum’s collection features art ranging from the Middle Ages to the present day. You’ll discover more than 8,000 masterpieces in this breathtaking building, including Rembrandt’s "The Night Watch" and Vermeer’s "The Milkmaid." If you have time, you can also walk through the Gallery of Honor.
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The Oude Kerk (Old Church)
Surrounded by stained-glass windows and period décor, this 800-year-old church is Amsterdam's oldest building and hosts contemporary art exhibitions and a pretty garden café.
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Dutch Costume Museum
A lesson in Dutch folklore and traditional clothing, with sections about the different regions of the Netherlands.
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Portrait Gallery of the Golden Age
Housed in the Hermitage Amsterdam, the Portrait Gallery of the Golden Age displays 30 life-size, 17th-century group portraits from the collections of Amsterdam Museum and the Rijksmuseum brought together for the first time. The works, including portraits of regents, civic guards and merchants of all ranks, social classes and religions, offer a vivid picture of the Golden Age society.
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Banksy and ICY & SOT – A Moment of Clarity
The first museum in the world to display a Banksy exhibition, Moco showcases popular pieces like "Pulp Fiction," "Flower Thrower," and "Trolleys." You'll also see the works of Iranian street artists ICY & SOT, known as the "Banksy of Iran."
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Red Light Secrets
Inside a 17th-century canal house, this museum explores the history of prostitution and the hidden world of Amsterdam's Red Light District. The exhibition lets you hear the stories of the workers themselves and take a seat in the window.
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Amsterdam Museum
Learn all about Amsterdam's history – from its famous artists to the Red Light District. You’ll see various masterpieces, including an aerial map from the Middle Ages and Breitner's "De Dam," before hearing more about how the city has developed over the years.
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The Cat Cabinet
Feline fanatics will be in their glory at this quirky cat art exhibit. Located in a traditional 17th-century canal house, you’ll see kitty-themed paintings, posters, and sculptures by celebrated painters like Sal Meijer and Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec.
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Stedelijk Museum of Modern Art
The Stedelijk is one of Amsterdam’s most important contemporary art and design museums. The Stedelijk Base section of the museum is home to works by Paul Cézanne, Karel Appel, and Roy Lichtenstein, as well as an emotionally charged installation by American artist Barbara Kruger. A number of temporary exhibitions are displayed in the Stedelijk Now section.
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Amsterdam City Center
In downtown
Take a stroll along Damrak, filled with curio stores and restaurants geared up for tourism. Reach the square to see the Royal Palace and New Church standing side by side in their majestic glory. Madame Tussauds has waxy fun for the family, and Kalverstraat is a shopping extravaganza.
Places to stay from $12 a night
Oud Zuid
1.4 miles from downtown
The "Old South" is Amsterdam’s most elegant neighborhood, with a mix of commercial and residential areas. The luxurious PC Hooftstraat features designer-label clothing and accessories, and a stroll along the Northern Amstel Canal will take you to one of the many parks in the area.
Places to stay from $10 a night
Oud West
1.1 miles from downtown
There’s an urban feel in this hugely multicultural area in the streets between Overtoom and Kinkerstraat. With numerous ethnic stores and restaurants, the area is a smorgasbord for food lovers. Ten Katemarkt street market is in the center of the district, known for its Turkish food vendors selling delicious treats.
Places to stay from $8 a night
Amsterdam, the capital of the Netherlands, has been a rich cultural hub for centuries thanks to travelers and traders. Located in North Holland, the city is famous for its iconic canal system, distinctive row houses, and eclectic range of museums, including the Anne Frank House, the Van Gogh Museum, and the Rijksmuseum.
Great public transit options include buses and streetcars, but bicycles are the quintessential mode of transportation in Amsterdam. The 250 miles of bike paths and 8,000 bike parking spaces make exploring the city on two wheels easy and fun.
The city's medieval center, or "Centrum," showcases many points of interest synonymous with Amsterdam tourism, including canals, traditional architecture, and the famous nightlife of the Red Light District. If you're visiting during tulip season, stop by Keukenhof's botanical garden in mid-April for its vibrant collection of blooming flowers.
A variety of accommodations can be found across the city, from high-end hotels to cozy homestays and hostels. Schiphol—Amsterdam’s main airport—is just 9 miles southwest of the city and is connected by regular train services from the city center to the main terminal.
Tonight
From $64 per night
This weekend
From $254 per night
Next weekend
From $334 per night
| Most popular time to visit | June-August |
| Cheapest time to visit | December-February |
| Local currency | € 1 = $1.13 |
| Language | Dutch |
| Average weekend price | $132 per night |
| Average weekday price | $139 per night |
| Average stay | 2 nights |
Dam Square
0.1 miles from downtown
“It’s actually just nice to sit there and see the different people go by the trams the buildings the little shops the palace it was all beautiful including the Santa and the bubble man ”
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Johan Cruijff Arena
4.5 miles from downtown
“Buy a dayticket for public transport and take the metro. Great stadium with a lot of Ajax’ history to enjoy. ”
Anne Frank House
0.4 miles from downtown
“Buy tickets in advance! This may mean going online in the middle of the night based on your time zone. Introductory program worth it!”
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Leidseplein
0.8 miles from downtown
“Relax and wander. Lots of restuarants to fit every budget. Be particular.”
Rijksmuseum
0.9 miles from downtown
“The Rijksmuseum was very interesting! It was fabulous to see the paintings of the masters!!”
Holland Casino Amsterdam
0.8 miles from downtown
“You ask yourself who goes to Amsterdam to a casino. We'll we did, had a good time and won big :) Amsterdam Rocks.”
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Paradiso
0.8 miles from downtown
“Awesome musical talent comes to play here. It’s inexpensive, and the architecture is well-worth seeing. ”
Melkweg
0.7 miles from downtown
“It was good enough for bands like Nirvana to play in them then if's good enough for me. Great small place for music venues”
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Westergasfabriek
1.3 miles from downtown
“great spot to eat or hang out and have a drink, especially if it's nice out. westerpark in general has a lot to offer and a great spot to be”
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Hermitage Amsterdam
0.6 miles from downtown
“Overpriced. Expected to see exhibits from The Hermitage. Had I not used the Iamsterdam card for entry I would have requested a refund, particularly for the Outsiders Art exhibition.”
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Great restaurant, "coffee shops" museums, etc.
March 25, 2019
Great restaurant, "coffee shops" museums, etc. Staying near Centraal Station gave us access to everywhere via Tram and Bus - much cheaper than taxi. Took trip to Keukenhof (30 miles from Amsterdam via tour bus - home of the Holland tulip gardens - only open March - May). Many European hotels have only 220V power, so bring a converter to your 110 appliances. Get Euros at an ATM machine and avoid the costly transaction fees at the airport currency booths.
Murat the hotel owner was brilliant as were ALL the staff...
March 25, 2019
Murat the hotel owner was brilliant as were ALL the staff who couldn’t have done more to please Recommend the Hotel Larende to anyone as it is within easy reach of city centre by tram which stops 1 min away from hotel
Terrific city for taking in canals and just meandering along...
March 25, 2019
Terrific city for taking in canals and just meandering along the row houses. Amazing architecture, history, and multi-cultural vibe. Easy museums for families with teens include the Rembrandt House, MOCO, and Anne Frank House (tickets MUST be purchased two months in advance). The introductory program at the Anne Frank House is well worth it. Amsterdam is easy to navigate with a multi-day metro pass good for the metro, bus, and tram. Available from most hotels/hostels. Staying slightly outside of the downtown canal area (hotel Meneninger) can be more budget friendly and yet still easily accesible.
Amsterdam is a great place to explore many new things.
March 24, 2019
Amsterdam is a great place to explore many new things. Walking through all the neighborhoods and eating your way through is a must. Buy the tram chip card, I Amsterdam discount for museums, and engage with the people who are happy to converse.
Clean city.
March 23, 2019
Clean city. Trash cans everywhere they really make an effort for that. People are very friendly and helpful and make you feel welcomed. Safe city. Never feel in danger or anything like that. A lot of fun. Red light district is a great time with lots to do. Hop on hop off bus a great idea to see the major attractions in the city
Beautiful, friendly city with so much to see and do.
March 22, 2019
Beautiful, friendly city with so much to see and do. Easily walkable with many museums, churches, and historical sites to visit. Must sees—the Museumplein, Anne Frank House, Hermitage, new and old churches. Also caught a concert at AFAS Live. The Heineken Experience is a bit of a tourist trap, but interesting enough (with sample included).
Amsterdam City Center, Amsterdam
From $112 per night
Apartments
From $82 per night
Villas
From $233 per night
Glamping
From $170 per night
Serviced Apartments
From $73 per night
Vacation Homes
From $142 per night
Guest houses
From $91 per night
Hostels
From $8 per night
B&Bs
From $41 per night
Homestays
From $57 per night
Boats
From $125 per night
Self-catering Accommodations
From $57 per night
XtraCold Icebar
A unique sub-zero temperature bar where the walls, seats, and glasses are all made of ice. The Ice Bar is kept at a constant temperature of 14ºF. This ticket includes 3 complimentary drinks.
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Amsterdam Nightlife Ticket
This ticket lets you experience Amsterdam's best bars and clubs and can be purchased for 2-day or 7-day intervals. Several nightlife hotspots are available so you can fully customize your night out, plus many venues offer free drinks or shots upon arrival.
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