Explore Amsterdam
Explore Amsterdam
Sign up for a tour or excursion to diskover a side of Amsterdam you might never see on your own. For example, a canal cruise is an absolute must for every first-time visitor. Amsterdam’s fantastic architecture is best seen from a sightseeing boat on the canals. But Amsterdam is also a great city to explore by bike or on foot. Travel outside the city and experience the typically Dutch landscape of windmills, dikes and manicured green pastures. Stroll through quaint fishing villages, take a boat tour along the scenic waterways or cycle along the sand dunes. Be a savvy traveler and get to know the city of canals like a local with our free guide to Amsterdam. Check out the best cafes and restaurants, get ideas for things to do and see every day of your trip and don’t miss out on the nightlife.
S-F/Shutterstock.comCycling in Amsterdam
Experience Amsterdam like a local — by bike. Familiarise yourself with the city with its diverse neighborhoods and architecture, cycle along the waterfront and enjoy a local beer across from an iconic windmill. Thanks to the many bike paths in the city, pedal power is all you need to discover the city’s gems on your own, or as part of a guided bike tour.
iiiphevgeniy/Shutterstock.comCanal Motorboats
At Canal Motorboats you can hire a specialized boat for an hour or more. Make your way around the city taking tons of photos and making fantastic memories with friends and family. The company’s marina is just 10 minutes from Central Station and five minutes from the beginning of the Prinsengracht. Each boat can carry up to seven people and naturally larger parties can hire multiple boats. If you don't feel like piloting the boat yourself, hop onto one of the many cruise boats that take you on a long loop of the winding canals.
Dmitry Eagle Orlov/Shutterstock.comCanal Cruise
Besides providing a stunning backdrop to the city's historical center, floating down Amsterdam's canals is one of the most memorable ways to discover the city. Whether you're a first-time or frequent visitor, everything in Amsterdam seems a bit more magical when viewed from a boat.
Samot/Shutterstock.comAmsterdam Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing
With distinctive busses and friendly staff, the choice in selected cities between multi-lingual commentary or live guide sightseeing has never been so much fun. Hop on and hop off as much as you like at any of the bus stops on the route and see all the best sights and attractions that Amsterdam has to offer. There are combination tickets that let you switch between busses and boats at will.
joyfull/Shutterstock.com'Mee in Mokum' Walking Tours
With its vast number of exciting places close together, Amsterdam is a great city for a long walk. Nowhere else will you find so many points of interest within a single square kilometer. Join one of the various 'Mee in Mokum' walking tours, or discover the areas beyond Amsterdam’s city centre on your own by using the walking tour maps available at the official tourist information centers.
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