Sights
The Royal Palace on Dam Square in Amsterdam is one of three palaces still in use by the Dutch royal family. It is used for state visits, award ceremonies and other official receptions. When the palace is not being used by the royal family, it is open to the public. Visitors can explore the magnificent interior and discover the rich history of the ...
The Stedelijk Museum is an international institution in Amsterdam dedicated to modern and contemporary art and design. The Museum aims to provide a home for art, artists and a broad range of publics, where artistic production is actively fostered, presented, protected, reconsidered and renewed. With a notable collection that’s comparable in style to The ...
After ten years of rebuilding, renovation and restoration, the Rijksmuseum has opened its doors again. For the first time in history the museum underwent a complete transformation of both its building and the presentation of its collection. For the very first time, visitors can follow a chronological journey through the collection, and experience the sense of beauty and time this ...
The former Heineken Brewery in Amsterdam, a national monument and listed in the European Route of Industrial Heritage, offers some 3000 square metres of special exhibition space. Millions of hectolitres of Heineken beer were brewed here until 1988, when the Heineken brewery in Zoeterwoude took over production from the ...
The Hermitage Amsterdam is the Dutch branch of the world-famous Hermitage in Saint Petersburg, Russia. Located on the banks of the Amstel River, the Hermitage Amsterdam is an exhibition space and cultural education centre with a focus on Russian history and culture. Collection Hermitage Amsterdam displays rotating selections of pieces from the ...
The Van Gogh Museum has the world’s largest collection of paintings, drawings, and letters by famous Dutch painter Vincent Van Gogh. This influential artist likely needs no introduction, as his extensive body of work is amongst some of the most well-known in the history of modern art. A trip to the Van Gogh Museum is an essential part of your experience in ...
Anne Frank is one of Amsterdam’s most well known former residents. The Anne Frank House at Prinsengracht 263 in Amsterdam is where she lived in hiding with her family for more than two years during World War II. Now converted into a museum it contains a sobering exhibition about the persecution of the Jews during the ...
The Hortus Botanicus in Amsterdam is one of the oldest botanical gardens in the world. The garden is located in the center of the city. It is a beautiful, intimate garden with an extraordinary collection of plants. Situated in the middle of the busy city life of Amsterdam, the Hortus is truly an oasis of serenity; a flowery breath ...
The Tropenmuseum is one of the Netherlands’ largest museums for anthropology and ethnography, located in the east of Amsterdam. It is renowned for its beautiful architecture and its spectacular collection of works of art, music, film and photography from all over the world. The Tropenmuseum is also famous for its fascinating ...
Of course, the best way to explore Amsterdam is from the water. Discover the city's beautiful canals, lined with impressive canal houses with ornate facades. Our tours feature the best of what Amsterdam has to offer. The historic city centre, the IJ, the Dutch East India Company ship “De Amsterdam”, moored at the Scheepvaartmuseum, the ...
If you think your work is torture, your boss is a demon from hell and your relatives are the nasty Gremlins, then probably it is the right time for you to visit the Torture Museum Amsterdam. As you will find out that all your problems are just childish toys in comparison with what people encountered during the dark ages. Being an attractive young girl could ...
Children aged 6 to 12 years can playfully get to know the Jewish life and Jewish traditions in the JHM museum. The children's museum is located in the Jewish Historical Museum and consists of three floors decorated like a house of a Jewish family. The Jewish family Hollander lives in the house. Father, mother and three children each ...
One of the best and exciting free attraction in Amsterdam are the ferries across the IJ. These ferries provide a great view over the IJ, passing ships and the skyline of Amsterdam, especially when it’s nice weather. These ferries are in fact no touristic sights but public transport. They transport passengers to the other side in about 6 minutes. The ferries leave from the jetties, which can ...
Amsterdam has been known worldwide as the 'City of Diamonds' for four hundred years. For instance the 'brilliant' is a typical Amsterdam cut of diamond which is sometimes just referred to as the 'Amsterdam Cut'. For those who want to know everything about carats, colors, brightness, cuts and shapes (and also ...
With Rederij Lovers, you can admire the canals of Amsterdam on a Day Canal Cruise. In a luxurious cruise boat, you are taken along beautiful imposing canal-side houses with clock, spout and neck gables, the Zevenbogenbruggengracht, the Magere Bridge over the Amstel, the VOC-ship and the docks. An unforgettable cruise! The Day Canal Cruise departures ...
Amsterdam is home to a large number of fascinating historical museums, but none perhaps as quaint and unique as the Museum of Bags and Purses. With over 5,000 objects, the Museum of Bags and Purses has the largest collection of handbags in the world, with pieces dating back to as early as the 16th century. The Museum of Bags and Purses is housed in a beautiful ...
The Red Light District Walking Tour is the safest and most fun way to discover this world-famous tourist attraction. This notorious and lively neighborhood attracts millions of travelers every year and is well worth a visit during your holidays in Amsterdam. The Red Light District Walking Tour will take on on a two-hour guided walk through the Red Light District, and includes admission to Red ...
This shop is the holy grail of condoms. They come in all colors, shapes, flavors and sizes. Some of the rubbers have even been hand-painted and are meant for decoration only. You’ll also find a surprising amount of information and books about our rubber friend. Thereeven a small condom museum!
Don’t feel like biking through Amsterdam? We have carefully designed a perfect route to discover this marvelous city by bus! During this Hop on Hop off tour you will have an opportunity to admire the splendor and elegance of the city. Amsterdam sights Canal houses tightly cuddling along the canals, the outstanding ...
Taking the Touristbus Amsterdam is the easiest and most pleasant way to admire the rich historic heritage Amsterdam offers you. It’s the old port, the lively Dam square, the splendid Royal Palace, the intrigue Red Light District, the gorgeous Skinny Bridge and much more. The comfortable buses are equipped ...
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