Location: Amsterdam
Top Things to do in Amsterdam
The 10 Best Points of Interest & Landmarks in Amsterdam, North Holland Province
This city, full of colorful homes, canals and bridges, is one of Europe's most picturesque capitals. Must-sees on any visitor's itinerary include the Anne Frank House, the Van Gogh Museum and the world's only floating flower market. Rent a bike and join thousands of locals navigating Amsterdam's labyrinthine streets, or just take in the sights on foot. For an unusual and memorable alternative to hotels, consider staying in a houseboat.
Restaurants in Amsterdam
1. Holocaust Memorial Walk
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5.0 based on 30 reviews
Walk with a historian through the old Jewish Quarter. I will show you more than 15 sites that tell us part of the tragic story of the Holocaust. Among them the headquarters of the Jewish Council, Anne Frank's high school and the theatre that served as a deportation centre. Different monuments, buildings, squares and parks show us different aspects of the darkest page in the otherwise glorious history of beautiful Amsterdam. Let me take you on a walk and show them to you. Our starting point will be in front of the building at Weesperplein 1, with the letters GGD written on it. We will walk along the Amstel River, some beautiful canals and our tour will end in the Plantage Quarter, next to Amsterdam zoo Artis.
Reviewed By GerryP666 - Manchester, United Kingdom
Our tour guide Alex was really knowledgable and went further back in Amsterdam’s history to explain the context. He was really interesting and thought provoking but also had a good sense of humour. 2.5 hours went by quickly and we saw a lot of the city not on the normal tourist footpath. Great value for money and highly recommended.
2. Centraal Station
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4.5 based on 17,448 reviews
Completed in 1889 and located in the heart of town, this neo-Renaissance rail station was designed by P.J.H. Cuypers, the same person who designed the famous Rijksmuseum.
Reviewed By M3870YLpatriciag - Derry, United Kingdom
Beautiful building with amazing architecture and history, there's information hubs large screen's and timetables available throughout the station with regular updates on departures and arrivals, the ticket stations are convenient speedy and it's card only payments, a very busy station any time of the day or night so plenty of time is required for people to get around the shopping area also deserves a mention great shopping options ????
3. Anne Frank House
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4.5 based on 62,301 reviews
The Anne Frank House (Dutch: Anne Frank Huis) is a museum dedicated to Jewish wartime diarist Anne Frank. The building is located on a canal called the Prinsengracht, close to the Westerkerk, in central Amsterdam in the Netherlands. As a visitor, you experience this story through a audio tour, quotes, photos, videos, and original items. The Anne Frank House can only be visited with an online ticket for a specific date and time.
Reviewed By Skiforever1223 - Salt Lake City, United States
This is a very special museum for many reasons but I was pleasantly surprised by how beautifully the museum created the narrative and the spaces they created. My two teenage daughters and I will never forget this experience. I loved the amazing artwork at the end portraying scenes recreated from the hiding place and also recommend taking time to watch the touching tributes video at the end where you hear visitors’ experiences and guest book comments from Nelson Mandela, Steven Spielberg and more. Read or re-read Anne Frank’s diary prior to visiting to really feel the spirit of this young reminder of so many tragically lost. You do have to reserve tickets online. Per the website: 80% of tickets are released exactly two months in advance at 12:00* hours noon, 20% on the day itself. Every day at 9:00* hours, the tickets for the day are made available on this site. (*Amsterdam time). The museum recommends this for children 10 and older. I would recommend 11 yrs. for a well-prepared child. It is a quiet, sober tour and there is one brief concentration camp scene that is graphic. Bag check and audio guides included with your ticket and there is a cafe and shop for after your tour. No photography. You line up outside at your assigned time slot until it’s time for your group to go in and it’s best to take a picture of your ticket rather than try to pull it up in your email because connectivity is spotty. The actual house/store is encased and preserved by the museum surround on Prinsengracht street. We booked an evening visit which also added to the poignancy as you leave the museum and see the canals lit by street lights. Highly recommend.
4. De 9 Straatjes
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4.5 based on 1,762 reviews
This neighborhhod of "nine little streets" is full of quirky stores selling clothing, books, art, food and lots more.
Reviewed By CorneliusfudgeGM - Stockport, United Kingdom
A great neighbourhood with lots of independent shops and tucked amongst them are some great bars and restaurants. You won’t be disappointed at strolling through the 9 streets.
5. The Amstel
6. Brouwersgracht
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4.5 based on 177 reviews
Reviewed By Shwetagoel - New Delhi, India
In Amsterdam, my family and i stayed in Brouwersgracht 55, which was a luxurious apartment right in the city centre with an impecible view of the beautiful canal and streets of Amsterdam. what made our stay excellent in this apartment apart from the modern facilities and comfortable rooms were the hosts Menno and Pob. they were the most helpful human beings who always did their best to make our stay as comfortable as possible. they fully catered to all our needs and were genuinely happy to always help us out. I would highly recommend this apartment and would give it a 5 star rating as well. Brouwersgracht 55, 1015 GB Amsterdam, Netherlands
7. Museum Quarter
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4.5 based on 4,699 reviews
Reviewed By 416ivanc - Houston, United States
Many Attractions in the same place, they had a ice rink as well, Museums are within a short walking distance, and there a huge library as well as underground supermarket. There are musician playing music on the street as well The whole are is very nice just to walk around if you don want to visit the museums.
8. De Poezenboot
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4.5 based on 422 reviews
Reviewed By martingA97JJ
If you love cats, then you MUST visit the Cat Boat here in the 'Dam on the Singel - populated with up to 50 rescue cats of all shapes, sizes and ages, it is a feline lover's paradise. This is a working cat rescue centre and not strictly a tourist attraction but it has become part of Amsterdam sightseeing. Lovely staff and a really relaxed atmosphere to escape the hustle and bustle of the rest of the city centre....There are queues sometimes as it is so popular and it only opens for two hours per day so ensure you have the correct times to avoid disappointment. On entry, you donate voluntarily as there is no mandatory admission fee. Donations help to keep this place going and they are much welcomed. You can also buy merchandise, tote bags, postcards and other small novelty items here. Do not miss it.
9. Haarlemmerstraat
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4.5 based on 274 reviews
Access: Makkelijk beloopbaar vanaf het Centraal station. Easily walkable from Central Station. De Opstapper (hoek Prinsengracht), bussen 18, 21 en 22 en tram3. The Opstapper (corner Prinsengracht), buses 18, 21 and 22 and tram3. Parkeergarage: Parking: Prins Hendrikkade 20a (€ 3.50 p/u) Prins Hendrikkade 20a (€ 3.50 p / h) Pinautomaat: ATM: Haarlemmerstraat, Haarlemmerdijk en Korte Prinsengracht Haarlemmerstraat, Haarlemmerdijk and Korte Prinsengracht Koopavond: Evening: Elke donderdag tot 21 uur. Every Thursday until 21 hours. Koopzondag: Sunday shopping: Enkele winkels zijn open op zondag. Some shops are open on Sunday.
Reviewed By FreezingIrish - Hilversum, The Netherlands
Surprisingly free of the more trashy tourist that flock to Amsterdam - this is a nice cosmipoltain area, freindly locals are happy to assist friendly tourists. There are a load of good restaurants on this street and its so close to Central Station, itd be a shame to miss it
