Amsterdam

Anne Frank House

The story of Anne Frank is one that is known around the world and the canal side home where the youngster hid alongside her family from the Nazis in World War II is now one of the most visited attractions in Amsterdam; providing a fascinating insight into the Anne Frank story. It should be noted that the tour isn’t advisable for very young children because of some of the content included, whilst advance booking is recommended.

Dam Square

Dam Square is one of the main squares in the heart of Amsterdam and the place where you’ll find the impressive Royal palace as well as the Nieuwe Kerk Church that dates back to the 15th century. Expect to see plenty of street performers showing their skills to watching crowds, whilst there are bars and restaurants aplenty.

Heineken Experience

It isn’t hard to guess what the Heineken Experience is all about, offering the chance to take a tour of the old brewery and learn all about the history of the famous beer. You’ll also discover more about the brewing processes, learn how to pour the perfect pint and – of course – sample the product for yourself…

Rijksmuseum

There are various museums within Amsterdam but the Rijksmuseum is arguably the most famous. Housing more than 8,000 famous artworks, the Rijksmuseum underwent extensive renovation work over ten years before re-opening in 2013 and is well worth a visit during your time in the city.

Vondelpark

The Vondelpark is the largest urban park in Amsterdam and located near to the main museum quarter. It’s a great place to escape the crowds if you want some peace and quiet, with the chance to take in some entertainment from the open air theatre during the summer months.

De Oude Kerk

De Oude Kerk is the oldest building in Amsterdam dating back to the early 1200s. Situated in the famous Red Light District, the church is famous for being built on a cemetery that means the floor is made up entirely of gravestones. Various cultural activities also take place within the church every year.

Rembrandt House

Rembrandt House is the place where the famous painter lived until 1656 – when he was declared bankrupt. The house has been reconstructed to show what it would have been likes in the time when Rembrandt called it home, and includes the studio where many of his masterpieces were created.

Shopping

Amsterdam is a fantastic place to go if you want to do some shopping, with a varied range of stores and markets across the city. If you want to splash out, then a trip to De Bijenkorf – think a Dutch version of Harrods – is a must, whilst the area around Nine Streets is home to a number of smaller boutiques where you can purchase retro and homemade goods.

Van Gogh Museum

If you love the arts then you’ll love the opportunity to pay a visit to the Van Gogh Museum to see the many works of one of the most famous painters the world has ever seen. It’s home to the largest collection of Van Gogh paintings around, including works like Sunflowers and The Yellow House.

Canal Tour

A great way to see the many delights of Amsterdam is to take a trip on the canal network that winds its way around the city. Head to the Dutch capital during the winter months and you might even be able to take to the canals on a pair of ice-skates; an experience you are sure to remember.