Amsterdam

Amsterdam is the capital city of the Netherlands, and is such a vibrant & fun city! It is a perfect city to walk around and explore.

Take a stroll down the streets, along the canals, and enjoy the shops, eateries, and gorgeous views. 

The main pedestrian & shopping street in Amsterdam is Kalverstraat. The street is loaded with every store you can think of, including several cheese shops. 

Stop by the Jordaan Area – a trendy area flanked by indie boutiques, cozy pubs, and hip eateries.

The Anne Frank House is the #1 attraction in Amsterdam, and is where Anne Frank & her family hid from the Nazis in a secret annex during World War II. Tickets are sold out months in advance, so make sure to get your tickets as soon as you can! You can buy your tickets here.

Discover Amsterdam’s WWII history and follow in the footsteps of Anne Frank on this walking tour of the Jewish Quarter. Learn about events such as the February Strike and Winter of Hunger, and end the tour outside the Anne Frank House. This is the most highly recommended tour in Amsterdam! Reserve your spot here.

Visit the Van Gogh Museum! Take in the world’s largest collection of works by Dutch painter Vincent van Gogh. Bypass the lines and admire Van Gogh’s works with your very own private guide. Gain priority access and explore the highlights of the museum, home to the world’s biggest Vincent van Gogh art collection. This sells out extremely fast, so  reserve your spot here!

The Rijksmuseum is one of Amsterdam’s gems. It houses Dutch masterpieces, including pieces by Rembrandt and Vemeer. Ticket lines can be long, so I’d highly recommend taking this highly recommended private tour which allows you to skip the lines and get priority access to the masterpieces. Get your tickets here.

A trip to Amsterdam is not complete without visiting Bloemenmarkt – the floating flower market!

Take a fabulous canal tour through Amsterdam, while enjoying a Dutch cheese platter and unlimited beer, wine, and soft drinks! With over 28,000 5 star reviews, you can be assured that this is the most highly recommended tour in all of Amsterdam!! Reserve your spot here.

Enjoy Amsterdam via Hop-On Hop-Off Tour! Pass by the Anne Frank House, National Maritime Museum, Heineken Experience and eclectic neighborhoods like Jordaan and the historical Red Light District, where you can disembark to explore. This is the perfect way to see the city! Get your tickets here.

See Amsterdam like a local on a bike tour of the city! Cycle around town and cover more distance than by foot, while learning about the city’s history and culture from your guide! This is a visitor favorite! Reserve your spot here.

Take an Amsterdam food tour! Visit local hotspots to sample favorite Dutch foods. This is a highly recommended experience! Reserve your spot here.

Discover the Dutch countryside on this full-day tour to Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam, and Marken! See windmills, waterlands, cheese makers, and clog factories up close, and learn about the region’s rich history from your guide. This is such a phenomenal experience and a great way to get to know the Netherlands! Reserve your spot here.

Here’s a list of recommended more activities & tours you can do in Amsterdam.

Want to see more of the Netherlands? Plan a day trip to Leiden, Gouda, Delft, Utrecht, or Rotterdam!