Amsterdam Travel

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This area of North Holland has some 750,000 people.

Rediscover the joys of childhood and be transported into a place of magic at the Madame Tussauds and the Eye Film Institute. Zuiderbad and theater Tuschinski are also great places to visit if you're looking for more ways to keep little ones busy.

Snap a few photos, admire the educational displays and find out about our amazing planet at the Artis. If you're pressed for time, stop at the information center and collect a map so you don't miss any of the park's key exhibits.

There's a good chance you've already spent some time tasting Amsterdam's various beers, so why not head over to the Heineken Experience and find out why it's so delicious? If you're lucky, you'll find a few drinks around the place as well!

Feeling lucky? Take on the roulette wheel or simply enjoy the lively atmosphere at the Holland Casino.

If you'd like to learn more about the local flora, a visit to the Hortus Botanicus and the Historische Tuin Aalsmeer Horticultural Museum is a must.

Bring along a bite to eat and take it easy for a while in the lush surroundings of Begijnhof and Museum Square. Amstelpark and Spaarnwoude are two more pleasant spots to while away a lazy afternoon and finally read that neglected book of yours.

Whether you're looking for a certain map or a few pointers, the knowledgeable staff at Tourist information Center Monnickendam will be able to help you out.

Interested in birds? Pack your binoculars and see which different species you can spot at Het Ij and Prinsengracht. If that doesn't work out, perhaps your luck will change at Singel or Emperor's Canal.

Take a moment to yourself and delight in Mother Nature's gifts at Volendam Harbour and Sloterpark and Sloterplas. You might also like to take a break at Western Islands.

Broaden your horizons by visiting one of the area's well-curated cultural spaces. Savor the quiet and relaxing atmosphere as you check out the varied collections at the Anne Frank House and the Rijksmuseum. Also worth considering are the Van Gogh Museum and the Stedelijk Museum.

Maritime museums are vital to the preservation of rare nautical artifacts and the recounting of the world's most significant salt-encrusted tales. Discover the remnants of this region's seafaring history at the National Maritime Museum, the Het Scheepvaartmuseum National Maritime Museum and the Nederlands Scheepvaartmuseum.

If you get a kick out of learning about scientific breakthroughs and natural history, the Nemo Science Museum should be one of the stops you make.

Not only are the specimens and curiosities at the Tropenmuseum and the Allard Pierson Museum lots of fun to look at, they also help us to better understand the world in which we live.

Want to check out some art? You'll be spoiled with galleries of all sorts here. Swing by the Hermitage Amsterdam and the Rembrandt House Museum to see the best of what this creative destination has to offer. If you can fit them in, the Cobra Museum of Modern Art and the Electric Ladyland are also well worth a look.

History lovers can explore chronicles of former times at the Amsterdam Museum and the Dutch Resistance Museum. Do you like the sound of those? Continue your journey at the Jewish Historical Museum or the Zaans Museum.

To discover more about the area's rich and fascinating past, be sure to visit its historic monuments and buildings. Commence your history tour at Zaanse Schans and the University of Amsterdam. More tales from the days of old await at Munttoren and the VU University of Amsterdam.

Providing an easy way to cross the area's waterways, Skinny Bridge and Blauwbrug offer a great view of the glittering water below. Don't leave before seeing a third historic example of civil engineering, Torensluis.

Royal Palace is a giant time capsule, offering some of the finest architecture and design in the region.

It won't take much to imagine you're a swordsman from medieval times when you gaze in awe at the imposing walls of Muiderslot.

Whether you consider yourself spiritual or not, you'll be sure enjoy an afternoon at New Church and The Old Church. Westerkerk and Zuiderkerk are two more popular holy places.

Once you've checked out the major attractions in Amsterdam, be sure to stop by some of its lesser-known sights. The Public Library and Kalverstraat could be up your alley. Also, consider a trip to P.C. Hooftstraat and Amsterdam Chinatown if your schedule allows.

Accommodation in Amsterdam

As it is the nation's capital, finding a great place in Amsterdam should be hassle-free. There are no less than 639 Amsterdam hotels that you can book with Expedia.

The InterContinental Amstel Amsterdam, at Professor Tulpplein 1, and the Amsterdam Boutique Apartments, at Singel 401 are two of the higher-end accommodation options in Amsterdam. Book a room at either and you'll be sure to have some of the nicest rooms in town. The Amsterdam Wiechmann Hotel, at Prinsengracht 328-332, and the Hotel des Arts, at Rokin 154 are two more competitively priced options that are worth considering if you're traveling on a tight budget.

Popular Activities in Amsterdam

Traveling isn't about destinations and deluxe hotels. It's about the experiences you live and the memories you collect along the way!

Amsterdam has a wide range of things to do. Here are some ideas to get you going:

• Dutch Costume Photo Studio in centre of Amsterdam
• Sunset Canoe Tour near Amsterdam
• Dinner Cruise on an Antique Riverboat at a Private Table with View
• Skip-the-Line Rijksmuseum & Van Gogh Museum Semi-Private Guided Tour
• Dutch Countryside by Bike
• Small-Group Total Amsterdam Cycling Tour & Food Adventure

Have a few spare moments? Go to our Amsterdam things to do page for a complete list of activities.