Top 10 attractions in Amsterdam
On a city break you never have time to see it all, so we have gathered the attractions you really should not skip during your stay.
Attractions in Amsterdam
Amsterdam counts dozens of attractions, world-class museums and over 7,000 listed monuments, all packed into a strikingly compact city.
A compact historic city
The historic centre may well be the greatest attraction of all, and the ideal place to begin your visit.
- World heritage on the water: the atmospheric Amsterdam canals are the city's calling card. The seventeenth-century canal ring has been on the UNESCO World Heritage list since 2010.
- Architecture on every corner: the stately merchant houses, historic buildings and hundreds of characteristic bridges turn even a simple stroll through the centre into a sight in its own right.
- A city made for walking: most attractions and sights lie within walking distance of one another, making Amsterdam one of the few major cities that is best explored on foot.
- For the whole family: from Artis Zoo to Madame Tussauds, you will find attractions all over the city that delight children and adults alike.
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