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Published : Sep, 2023

Sites and attractions | Suggested itinerary | Local transport | Cultural Activities | Nature and wildlife
Zaanse Schans | Castle Groeneveld | Volendam | Giethoorn | Edam | Feiluwa National Park | Paleis Het Loo | Kinderdijk | Muiderslot Castle | Hoorn | River Vecht | Enkhuizen | Naarden | Muiden
Hear about day trips from Amsterdam as the Amateur Traveler talks to Gopinath from greetingsfromeurope.com about his adopted country.

Gopinath argues that too many people only spend a couple of the Netherlands before traveling on to see more of Europe. He lays out a week’s worth of day trips that one can make from Amsterdam. He recommends the following places to visit:

Published : Jul, 2023

When to visit | Sites and attractions | Any price accom
Top things to do | Best Places To Visit | De Wallen & Waterlooplein | Best Places to Relax | Best Viewpt. | City Pass | Where to Eat-Drink-Party-Stay
With the help of my hostel owners friends in Amsterdam and also using my 20 years experience of visiting the city, I have pulled together this locals guide to Amsterdam. I hope you find it useful. Amsterdam. The city of photogenic, instagrammable geometric canals, narrow gabled houses squashed next to one another, elbow to elbow and reaching high to the sky. City dwellers getting out and about on bicycles. Snow falling on the frozen canals in winter. Leaves scattered on the ground- forming rust-coloured patterns, while navigating the city in the crisp, clean air of Autumn- the neon signs of the red light district, the heady smoke from the coffee shops- this is what Amsterdam embodies to me.

Published : Apr, 2023

Sites and attractions | Day tour
Save up to 50% off | Rotterdam-Delft-Hague Tour | Keukenhof Bus Excursion | Volendam-Edam-Windmills Bus Excursion | Canal Cruise | Pedal Boat Rental | Zaanse Schans Bus Excursion | Rijksmuseum | Life of Anne Frank...Tour | Heineken Experience | 1-2-3-5 Day: €64-€84-€99-€124
f you’re gearing up for a trip to Amsterdam, you’re in for a treat. The city’s picturesque canals, historic architecture, world-renowned museums, and vibrant nightlife make it a popular European tourist attraction.

While it’s not the most expensive city in Europe, certain aspects of visiting Amsterdam can take a toll on your wallet. Food and drink are reasonable, but hotels are pricey and so is sightseeing. Since there are so many museums and tours you’ll want to take in, it’s easy to eat up your budget pretty quickly.

Luckily, Go City’s Amsterdam All-Inclusive Pass can help you save money while you’re there. Of course, this sightseeing pass isn’t right for everybody, so let’s take a look at whether it’s a good fit for you!

Published : Mar, 2023

Sites and attractions | Cultural Activities
Rijksmuseum Gardens | Open Space Contemporary Art Museum (OSCAM) | Ons’ Lieve Heer Op Solder | GASSAN Diamond Factory | City Archives (Gemeentearchief) | Multatuli Museum | Free Museums
If you’re planning a trip to Amsterdam and want to experience some culture and history, look no further. Plenty of fantastic free museums in Amsterdam, the Dutch capital offer an array of fascinating exhibitions.

From world-renowned art galleries showcasing unique artistic works to cutting-edge interactive displays unlocking the secrets behind ancient cultures, Amsterdam’s cultural treasures will give your visit meaning.

And that doesn’t mean breaking the bank! In this article, we share our top picks for the best free museums in Amsterdam – allowing you to make memories while learning something new at the same time.

Published : Feb, 2023

Low budget | Medium budget | Any price accom | Any food
Bfast: Free-€10 | Thrifty $: €70 | Lunch: €5-€13 | Attractions: €5-€18 | Dinner: €8-€20 | Hostel: €40-€75 | Hotel: €90-€200 | Beer: €1.50-€7 | Rental Apt: €90-€200 | Bike Rental: €4-€15 | Taxi bet. Airport & City Ctr: €40-€50 | Midrange $$: €118
Amsterdam is one of my favorite cities in Europe. It has loads of history, amazing canals, 1000+ beautiful little bridges, really tall Dutch people, and a few other highlights. However, Amsterdam is not a cheap destination. But since most travelers only spend a few days here, it shouldn’t tax your budget too terribly. So how much does it cost to visit Amsterdam? Let’s take a look at some typical travel costs to give you a better idea of Amsterdam travel prices...

Published : Feb, 2023

Low budget | Medium budget | Any price accom
Helpful Info about Hostels | Hostel Packing Advice | More Budget Travel Advice | Best hostels: price - location - quality | Best Hostels | Hostels based in Price-Location-Overall Quality
Amsterdam has a lot of hotels that cater to just about any traveler. In fact, according to Hostelworld, there are over 100 so you won’t have any trouble finding one. On the other hand, Amsterdam hostels aren’t always great so you’ll want to do a bit of research to ensure you snag one of the good hostels.

In this guide, I’ve assembled what I think are the best hostels in Amsterdam based on price, location, amenities, and overall quality...

Published : Jan, 2023

Sites and attractions | Cultural Activities | Nature and wildlife
Rijksmuseum | Noorderpark | Rooftop Bar | Club Shelter | Oosterpark | Comedy Club | Anne Frank House | Zaanse Schans | Concert | Bike Tour | Artis Royal Zoo | Red Light District | Bloemenmarkt | Stedelijk Museum | Canal Tour | Heineken Experience | Vondelpark | Van Gogh Museum | NDSM Wharf | Oude Kerk | Jordaan Neighborhood | EYE Film Institute | Night Canal Tour
Amsterdam, the capital of the Netherlands, is a city that is rich in history, culture, and entertainment. With its winding canals, world-famous museums, and vibrant nightlife, Amsterdam has something to offer to everyone. Whether you’re a first-time visitor, a seasoned traveler, or even a local, here are 20 fun things to do in Amsterdam in 3 days:

Published : Jan, 2023

Sites and attractions | Cultural Activities | Nature and wildlife
Efteling Theme Park | rent a clog bike | Nemo Museum | electric canal boat | canal ring tours | Westerpark | petting farm | Keukenhof
Amsterdam is not the first European City that pops to mind when you’re looking for a family friendly break. My main motive to visit Amsterdam with kids was to see the infamous tulip fields, however the more I researched, the more I realised it was going be such a fun weekend!

Although Amsterdam is best known for its liberal coffee shops, red light district and romantic canal tours, there is another side to it for families.

All you have to do is take one look around the street at the kids in Amsterdam, riding past in the front of their parents bikes and you’ll see it’s such a fabulous city for little ones.

Are you flying into Amsterdam? Check out our flying tips with babies, toddler & kids...

Published : May, 2022

Sites and attractions | Outdoor Activities | Nature and wildlife
Bloemenmarkt | Amsterdam Museum | Heineken Experience | Dam Square | Stedelijk Museum | The Nine Streets | Vondelpark | Biking | The Royal Concertgebouw | Van Gogh Museum | Openluchttheater | Rijksmuseum | Albert Cuypmarkt | Anne Frank House | De Wallen
The weather in Europe can get very unpredictable; that’s why, whenever there’s a coming period that’s full of sunny days, a lot of locals take the opportunity to go on a trip — and that’s exactly what I did! With absolutely no prior plans at all, I set out on a spontaneous 2-day getaway to Amsterdam, Netherlands!

(Things to Do in Amsterdam)

Living in Belgium, it took me only less than 2 hours to reach it by train, and of course: traveling to this wondrous capital of the Netherlands has been a great experience overall. My first impression though was that… it’s almost like Belgium.

The architecture, the food, and the customs were all quite similar, and I guess it makes sense because Belgium and the Netherlands used to be one country up until the 1830s. (Though certainly, there are a LOT — quite a lot! — of distinct things that still separate one from the other).