Amsterdam Must See and Do

Must See

Rijksmuseum The stunning National Museum of the Netherlands holds masterpieces by Vermeer, Averkamp and Rembrandt.

Anne Frank Huis Prepare the be moved as you visit the tiny hide-out shared by Anne Frank and her family.

Oude Kerk Built in the 14th century, this majestic church has wonderful stained glass and a world-famous organ.

Van Gogh Museum The world's most important Van Gogh collected houses many of his most famous works, including 'Sunflowers'.

Jordaan This peaceful area has picturesque canals, speciality shops, restaurants and the regular markets at the Noordermarkt.

Must Do

Take a canal boat tour for the perfect introduction.

Catch your breath in bustling Dam Square, packed with buskers and street performers.

Hire a bicycle and join the Dutch obsession with cycling: it's the ideal way to see the city.

Smell the flowers at the Bloemenmarkt and order some bulbs to be sent back home.

Climb the tower of the Westerkerk, then explore the charming little streets of the Jewish Quarter nearby.

Excursions

Panoramic City Tour
Tour Amsterdam's famous sights by coach and boat. Including the Royal Palace, Skinny Bridge, a windmill on the Amstel and a diamond factory.

Departs: daily 9.30 (07 Nov - 21 Mar) 10.00 (22 Mar - 04 Nov). Duration: 3.5 hours approx.
Adult from £22.

Marken, Volendam & Windmill Tour
Visit two picturesque villages and a cheese farm for a real taste of Holland.

Departs: daily 9.30 (07 Nov 11 - 21 Mar 12) 09.30 & 14.30 (22 Mar - 04 Nov 12). Duration: 5 hours approx.
Adult from £27.

Grand Holland Tour
Full day trip to Aalsmeer Flower Auction (closed Sun when substituted by a visit to a clog factory), Delft (home of blue pottery), Rotterdam, the House of Parliament in the Hague and the beach resort of Scheveningen.

Departs: Mon, Wed, Fri, Dun at 9.00 (07 Nov 11 - 04 Nov 12). Duration: 8 hours approx.
Adult from £31.

The Keukenof
One of the world's biggest flower shows with over 6 million bulbs planted in 80 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens.

Departs: daily 22 Mar - 20 May. Duration: 4.5 hours, 7 hours or 9 hours approx.
Adult from £30.

Red Light District Walking Tour
Gain a unique insight into dark Amsterdam with a tour of the Red Light District. Learn about one of the city's oldest industries, prostitution, and discover how different the area is now compared with its murky past.

Departs: Wed, Fri, Sat at 20.00 (07 Nov 11 - 04 Nov 12). Duration: 2 hours approx.
Adult from £18.

Candlelight Cruise
A romantic evening cruise along the canals taking in the sparkling bridges and buildings of the city by night. Cheese and wine are offered on board.

Departs: daily 20.00 (07 Nov 11 - 21 Mar 12) 21.00 (22 Mar - 04 Nov 12). Duration: 2 hours approx.
Adult from £29.

Dinner Cruise
This superb evening excursion starts with a welcome cocktail. Your hostess explains the history associated with the beautifully lit buildings as you relax in glass enclosed comfort. A 4-course dinner is served, which includes red and white wines, coffee and liqueur.

Departs: daily 19.00 (07 Nov 11 - 21 Mar 12) 20.00 (22 Mar - 04 Nov 12). Duration: 2.5 hours.
Adult from £72.

Floriade - World Horticultural Expo
Floriade is a World Horticultural Expo staged once every 10 years in the Netherlands. From 05 Apr - 07 Oct 12, the sixth edition of Floriade will be organised in Venlo, in the South of Holland. Visitors are presented with the opportunity to enjoy the world's most exquisite and exceptional flowers, plants, trees, fruit and vegetables.

Departs: daily. Duration: 11 hours (approx 6 hours spent at the event).
Adult from £68.

 

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