Amsterdam

About Amsterdam

Amsterdam is the capital of the Netherlands, known for its artistic heritage, elaborate canal system, and narrow houses with gabled facades, legacies of the city’s 17th-century Golden Age. Its Museum District houses the Van Gogh Museum, works by Rembrandt and Vermeer at the Rijksmuseum, and modern art at the Stedelijk. Cycling is key to the city’s character, and there are numerous bike paths. Vondelpark has cafes and an open-air theater, and the nearby Royal Concertgebouw is a prominent classical-music venue. In the Jordaan district are shops and galleries, as well as the Anne Frank House, where the Jewish diarist hid during the Second World War. Dining ranges from casually decorated “living room” restaurants to traditional Dutch eateries and Indonesian rijsttafel specialists. Coffee shops sell small amounts of marijuana. The neon-lit Red Light District is home to the Erotic Museum, exhibiting provocative paintings and prints. In spring, Amsterdam is a base for visits to the surrounding tulip attractions.
Rijksmuseum

Rijksmuseum is a Dutch national museum dedicated to arts and history in Amsterdam. The museum has on display 8,000 objects of art and history, from their total collection of 1 million objects from the years 1200 to 2000, among which are some masterpieces by notable painters such as Jacob van Ruisdael, Frans Hals, Johannes Vermeer, Jan Steen, Rembrandt, and Rembrandt's pupils.
Anne Frank House

Anne Frank House is a writer's house and biographical museum dedicated to Jewish wartime diarist Anne Frank. During World War II, Anne Frank hid from Nazi persecution with her family and four other people in hidden rooms at the rear of the 17th-century canal house, known as the Secret Annex. It preserves the hiding place, has a permanent exhibition on the life and times of Anne Frank, and has an exhibition space about all forms of persecution and discrimination.
Van Gogh Museum

Van Gogh Museum is a Dutch art museum dedicated to the works of Vincent van Gogh and his contemporaries in the Museum Square in Amsterdam. The museum contains the largest collection of Van Gogh's paintings and drawings in the world with 200 paintings, 400 drawings, and 700 letters by the artist.
Efteling

Efteling is a fantasy-themed amusement park in Kaatsheuvel. The attractions reflect elements from ancient myths and legends, fairy tales, fables, and folklore. It is the largest theme park in the Netherlands and one of the oldest theme parks in the world. It has evolved from a nature park with a playground and a Fairytale Forest into a full-sized theme park and now caters to both children and adults with its cultural, romantic, and nostalgic themes, in addition to its wide array of amusement rides including six roller coasters.
Heineken Experience

The Heineken Experience located in Amsterdam is a historic brewery and corporate visitor center for the internationally distributed Dutch pilsner, Heineken beer. Today, the historical building serves as a venue where you can learn all about Heineken® heritage, the brewing process, our sometimes crazy innovations, sponsoring, and the story behind the star. You’ll also learn about the best way to taste and enjoy your Heineken® beer.
Dam Square

Dam Square or Dam is a town square in Amsterdam, the capital of the Netherlands. Its notable buildings and frequent events make it one of the most well-known and important locations in the city and the country. There are food stalls, restaurants, and shops including the trendy Bijenkorf and Magna Plaza.
Natura Artis Magistra

Natura Artis Magistra is a zoo in the centre of Amsterdam. It is the oldest zoo in the Netherlands and one of the oldest zoos in mainland Europe. In addition to the zoo, Artis also contains an aquarium, a planetarium, an arboretum, and a fairly large art and sculpture collection. It contains 27 historically significant buildings, bridges, and ponds most of which are still used as animal enclosures, making it a unique place of 19th-century cultural heritage.
Stedelijk Museum

Stedelijk Museum Amsterdam, colloquially known as the Stedelijk, is a museum for modern art, contemporary art, and design located in Amsterdam. The collection comprises modern and contemporary art and design from the early 20th century up to the 21st century. The museum also features artists such as Vincent van Gogh, Wassily Kandinsky, Ernst Ludwig Kirchner, Marc Chagall, Henri Matisse, Jackson Pollock, Karel Appel, Andy Warhol, Willem de Kooning, Marlene Dumas, Lucio Fontana, and Gilbert & Georg.
Jordaan

Jordaan is a neighbourhood of the city of Amsterdam and flanked by indie boutiques, cozy pubs, and hip eateries. Stalls at the Noordermarkt square market offer jewelry, clothes, antiques, and organic food. Antiques Centre Amsterdam sells vintage ceramics and paintings, while smaller galleries in the area focus on innovative contemporary art. Other attractions include the Houseboat Museum and the Amsterdam Cheese Museum.
Leidseplein

Leidseplein is a square in central Amsterdam buzzing and a nightlife hub centered around Leidseplein Square, where crowds are entertained by street performers and the surrounding bars and restaurants are always busy. Local theaters, such as the neo-Renaissance Stadsschouwburg, present classical music, stand-up comedy, and musicals, while iconic concert venues Paradiso and Melkweg host DJ gigs and concerts by indie and big-name bands.
Best Time To Visit Amsterdam

The best time to visit Amsterdam is from April to May and from September to November.

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