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A cultural hub in the heart of Amsterdam, this outdoor public square is a popular gathering point for tourists and locals alike, with a sampling of museums—including Rijksuseum, Stedelijk, Van Gough Museum & Moco—and a littering of food stalls, shops, and parklands.
Home of the Dutch masters
Museumstraat 1, Amsterdam
Museum of modern and contemporary art & design
Museumplein 10, 1071 DJ Amsterdam
World’s largest Vincent van Gough collection
Museumplein 6, 1071 DJ Amsterdam
Modern contemporary works by iconic artists Honthorststraat 20, 1071 DE Amsterdam
THE KID
Poignant reminder of past atrocities
Westermarkt 20, 1016 DK Amsterdam
Interactive museum for the future of fashion
Rokin 102, Amsterdam
Museum for street art & graffiti
Ndsm-Plein 1, 1033 WC Amsterdam
An immersive audio-visual experience
Elementenstraat 25, 1014 AR Amsterdam
Interactive social media museum
Europaboulevard 5, 1079 PC Amsterdam
Home of new media art
Asterweg 22, 1031 HP Amsterdam
Planning a trip to Amsterdam can be overwhelming, but with a bit of prep the perfect trip awaits. Consider some of the following suggestions to streamline the process and ensure you have plenty of energy to enjoy your trip:
Spring (March to May) is the only time to take in the tulips: Keukenhof Gardens, located just outside the city, is a popular spring attraction boasting a bounty of blossoms. The weather can be a bit unpredictable during this time, with occasional rain and cool temperatures alongside plenty of sunny days, so pack options.
Summer (June - August) is peak tourist season in Amsterdam, with warm temperatures and long days permitting plenty of festivals, outdoor markets, and live concerts—coupled with heightened hotel prices.
Fall (September - November) can be picturesque amid the autumnal hues of leaves reflected in the city’s canals. The weather is usually mild and comfortable, there are fewer crowds than in the summer months, and the Amsterdam Dance Event, a 5-day electronic music festival, takes place in October.
Winter (December - February), while often cold and damp with occasional snow and icy conditions, brings about the festiveness of the holidays: the city twinkles and if the temperature drops low enough for long enough, you can skate on frozen canals. Less crowds also make this a great time to sample some of the city’s many museums.
Once you've decided on your travel season, book your flight(s) and accommodation in advance: consider tracking flights & prices by enabling Google Flights two to eleven months in advance and flying on off-peak days (Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Saturdays) to snag the best deal as soon as they come along.
Amsterdam has a wide range of hotels, hostels, and vacation rentals fro which to chose:
Color coordinate a travel capsule wardrobe with layers (5 tops, 4 bottoms, 3 outer layers, 2 pairs of shoes, 1 dress) and wear your thickest layers on the plane to avoid baggage fees at check in. Be sure to review your flight’s baggage restrictions, double check the weather just before your trip, as the weather in Amsterdam can vary widely and is known for its rainy weather.
Consider brining a reusable water bottle, as tap water in Amsterdam is safe to brink, and don’t forget (portable) chargers and a universal plug adapter!
Does your bank require advance notice before spending internationally? If so, don’t forget to set your travels notices! Does your cell phone carrier have call and/or data restrictions (if calls aren’t cheap, use chat apps like FaceTime, Google Meet, or WhatsApp).
Make copies of your passport, travel itinerary, vaccinations records etc., and keep pictures of each on your phone or in the cloud (if you have an iPhone consider creating a Note >> Scan Documents >> Lock Note as a backup to the backup).
Traveling’s tiring and oh so tough on the gut, so take time to stay hydrated, tend to your overall health, and take breaks.
Travel is all about new experiences, so be open to trying new things, whether it's local cuisine, or cultural activities, and take steps to stay safe: register with your embassy, mind your surrounding, travel in packs, secure your valuables, don’t carry too much cash, carry a charged cell phone, drink responsibly. Use this travel guide to spawn ideas for a trip all your own, and even if you don’t speak Dutch, learn some key phrases (try Google Translate or Apple Translate) to show respect and foster connections:
Keep in mind that some attractions require advanced booking, so do some digging before leaving (we sadly missed the Van Gough Museum where we arrived randomly one sold out afternoon)…here’s a sample: