Top Ten Things to See in Amsterdam
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Amsterdam is a unique and popular city to visit. It has an old-world feeling, but also attracts young tourists. It is known for the large number of coffee shops and cafes, as well as the canal ring that runs through downtown and it is a popular destination for young Europeans looking for cheap holidays. Since there are many different things to see and places to visit, knowing the ten best things to see or do in Amsterdam will help you decide an itinerary when visiting the city.
1. Take a canal tour of the city- The canal ring includes over 150 historical canals, as well as many monuments. Taking a tour of the canals will allow you to see the city at a different view. There are many different companies that allow you to take a group or private tour of the canals in an open-top boat. Many of the companies even offer themed tours that add a unique twist.
2. Visit the many museums- There are many different museums in the city of Amsterdam. Visiting one or more of the museums will not only give you a look into historical Amsterdam, but you will learn new things as well. The Van Gogh Museum has over 700 pieces of work by the world famous artist and will give you new insight into his life. The Rijksmuseum has a variety of different exhibits, but is most known as being the largest museum in The Netherlands. Over one million people visit the museum each year.
3. Visit the Anne Frank House- Anne Frank is a historical figure that will forever be known by everyone. This is the exact house that Anne Frank and her family spent two years hiding from the Nazis. You will also be able to see the original copy of the diary that Anne Frank wrote while in hiding. The house will give you a new outlook on life.
4. Take a bike trip- Whether you decide to take a group tour or a day trip on your own, there are many different bike paths and routes to see the city.
5. Visit De Wallen- De Wallen is Amsterdam’s red light district. Not only is this attraction targeted for sex tourists, the historic buildings that house the adult entertainment are a beautiful part of the cities architecture.
6. Get the Heineken experience- Visit the famous brewery that makes the delicious and full-tasting beer.
7. Visit a Cafe- Café Zeezicht and Cafe Smalle are popular choices. You can people watch while enjoying a drink and some food.
8. Visit Vondelpark- It is the oldest park in Amsterdam, dating back to the 1850′s. You can bike, walk or just sit and relax in this beautifully landscaped park.
9. Reypenaer cheese tasting- The old center of Amsterdam has different tasting rooms for Reypenaer cheeses. You can taste them at their purest and even take some home.
10. Begijnhof- This historical area of the city is perfect for sightseeing, or just taking a leisurely stroll.
If you are planning on visiting the city of Amsterdam, you want to make sure that your get to see and do all of the things on this list.
Alex is a blogger and travel writer. He writes about everything from exotic destinations to beautiful hotels. He also writes a blog for Coupon Croc .
