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Amsterdam Guide Written by a Local

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Things to do

Things to do in Amsterdam: the ultimate local guide

May 24, 2026 No Comments

Planning a trip to Amsterdam and wondering which places are truly worth visiting? I’ve collected my favourite museums, neighbourhoods, markets, cafés, hidden gems, and things to do in Amsterdam. My…

Transport

Public transport tickets in Amsterdam: options and prices in 2026

May 24, 2026 No Comments

How to pay for the tram, bus or metro in Amsterdam? And which public transport ticket is the best? Here’s an overview of Amsterdam’s tickets and prices for 2026 with…

Transport

Bus 300 from Schiphol airport to Haarlem

May 23, 2026 No Comments

Get from Schiphol to Haarlem in just 45 minutes on direct bus 300. Here’s everything you need to know about tickets, prices, and the timetable for 2026. Taking bus 300…

Things to do

Red light district Amsterdam: rules and tips

May 23, 2026 No Comments

De Wallen, Amsterdam’s red-light district, is the most vibrant and internationally known part of the city. It offers legal window prostitution, sex shops, brothels, live shows, strip clubs, and a…

Day trips Transport

From Amsterdam to Zandvoort beach: travel by train, bus, car

May 22, 2026 No Comments

Zandvoort aan Zee is a beach place at North Sea, often called Amsterdam’s beach. In fact the distance between Zandvoort aan Zee and Amsterdam is 40 km. But there is…

Food Things to do

Rooftop restaurants in Amsterdam

May 22, 2026 No Comments

We have selected five cafés and rooftop restaurants in Amsterdam where you can drink coffee, have lunch and enjoy a great view of Amsterdam in 2026. Photos: Kristina Kutena Check…

Cruises

Canal cruises in Amsterdam: prices, tickets and my tips

May 22, 2026 No Comments

A canal cruise in Amsterdam is one of the best ways to explore the city. Simply sit back, relax, and enjoy the views! You’ll see the main attractions, canals, and…

Museums

Is pre-booking required for Amsterdam museums?

May 22, 2026 No Comments

Are there any museums in Amsterdam that would you recommend pre-booking tickets for? We hear this question a lot from travelers. While most of us want to keep our plans…

Day trips Transport

Bus 316 from Amsterdam to Volendam

May 21, 2026 No Comments

If you’d like to explore Volendam at your own pace, take public bus line 316 from Amsterdam. The journey takes about 35 minutes. Here, you’ll find everything you need to…

Transport

How to get from Amsterdam airport Schiphol to the city center?

May 21, 2026 No Comments

Amsterdam airport Schiphol (AMS) is located 17 kilometers away from Amsterdam downtown. You can easily travel to the city center or your hotel by train, bus or taxi. In this…

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Welcome to the Amsterdam Explorer city guide! My name is Anastasia, and I live in the Netherlands since 2013. In this guide, I’ll inspire you to visit Amsterdam, discover hidden gems, and help you plan your trip.

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Things to do in Amsterdam: the ultimate local guide

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Public transport tickets in Amsterdam: options and prices in 2026

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Bus 300 from Schiphol airport to Haarlem

Things to do

Red light district Amsterdam: rules and tips

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