Amsterdam is the capital city of the Netherlands. It’s their largest city located in the province of North Holland in the west of the country. With a population of 1.36 million it’s the sixth largest metropolitan area in Europe. It’s a bustling city with plenty to keep you occupied, whatever your interests are.

If you’re interested in art, museums, history, keeping active or even shopping Amsterdam has the perfect array of activities to enjoy. There are fantastic canals to enjoy, many different art galleries and museums and it’s a great city to cycle around. Make sure you really explore the area and make the most of your stay.

Amsterdam is suitable for many different types of trips away; whether it’s with your family and children or a group of friends going away together. Because of the wide variety of activities in the area there’s always something for everyone to enjoy. In this article we’ll look at 6 things you can enjoy in the city of Amsterdam.

Explore the city by foot

When you first arrive in the city you’ll want to get to know the local area. One of the best ways of doing this is by foot. It’s completely free to do and you’ll start to learn where everything is and build a map in your head. The city is designed to be walked with over 1000 bridges to cross and stunning architecture to admire.

Explore the city by bike

In the Netherlands you’ll see more bikes than cars; it’s their way of life. It’s the fastest way to get around the city, beating the public transport with no problem! Amsterdam is a busy city therefore cycling around it isn’t suited to everyone. As long as you’re confident on a bike you’ll soon enjoy the experience.

Visit the best museums

Amsterdam’s most popular tourist attractions are its museums. The best to visit are the Rijksmuseum, the Van Gogh Museum and the Anne Frank House. It’s a great way to lean about Amsterdam and understand their history. You’ll see the finest historical artefacts and the works of the best Dutch artists.

Relax and socialise in Cafes

One thing the locals absolutely love doing is relaxing in the cafes. Whether it’s breakfast, lunch, tea, happy hour or just to socialise. It’s incredibly relaxing to just sit and people watch and generally taking time out to enjoy your surroundings.

Explore by water

Amsterdam’s canals are beautiful and scenic to enjoy. It’s a great way to see the city from a different perspective and chill out on a relaxing cruise. There are different ways of exploring the canals; you can hire an open-top boat with a small group of people or relax in a cosy vessel that feels like a floating fine dining room.

Lose yourself in the best shopping area

If you’re a shopaholic you’ll fit in beautifully. You certainly won’t struggle to fill your suitcase with unique finds from around the city. Even if you’re on a limited budget or you don’t actually like shopping; consider window shopping to admire the beauty and magnificence.

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