Amsterdam travel guide

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13 years living here. Real tips, not tourist traps.

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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  • I amsterdam City Card Explorer 2026: Pick 3, 5 or 7 Attractions

    I amsterdam City Card Explorer 2026: Pick 3, 5 or 7 Attractions

    The I amsterdam City Card Explorer: Special Edition, launched in May 2026, is a “pick and mix” alternative to the traditional I amsterdam City Card. Instead of paying for unlimited access over a fixed number of hours, you choose 3,…

  • Keukenhof in 2027: the ultimate guide

    Keukenhof in 2027: the ultimate guide

    ๐ŸŒท Keukenhof is closed for the season โ€” reopens 18 March 2027 Plan your 2027 visit now Book early to lock in the best hotel rooms and avoid sold-out entrance tickets โ€” Flower Parade and Easter weekends sell out months…

  • I amsterdam City Card 2026: prices, what’s included & is it worth it

    I amsterdam City Card 2026: prices, what’s included & is it worth it

    The I amsterdam City Card is worth buying if you plan to visit 4+ museums and use public transport in Amsterdam. A 72-hour card costs โ‚ฌ115 and can save you up to โ‚ฌ274 compared to buying tickets separately. Use our…

  • Amsterdam evening canal cruise: prices and best options

    Amsterdam evening canal cruise: prices and best options

    What is the best time for a sunset cruise in Amsterdam? And which evening canal cruise offers the best experience? In this guide, we compare the most popular options – from budget-friendly cruises to luxury dinner experiences – so you…

  • Amsterdam Light Festival Cruises 2026/2027

    Amsterdam Light Festival Cruises 2026/2027

    Which Amsterdam Light festival cruises are the best? Amsterdam Light Festival is a famous winter festival of art, light and water in Amsterdam. Historical buildings, bridges and sculptures in the center of Amsterdam will be illuminated with colour in the…

  • List of museums included in I amsterdam card with 2026 prices

    List of museums included in I amsterdam card with 2026 prices

    How much can you save with the I amsterdam City Card? Check the list below of free museums and attractions, add up the places you want to visit, and compare the total ticket costs with the price of the card.…

  • Travel to Keukenhof from Amsterdam Centraal station

    Travel to Keukenhof from Amsterdam Centraal station

    Travel to Keukenhof by direct transfer bus from Amsterdam Centraal station. The bus departs 6 times a day. It is operated by a well known local company Tours & Tickets. In this guide 1 Ticket price 2 Travel time 3…

  • Bus to Keukenhof from Rotterdam: price, tickets, timetable

    Bus to Keukenhof from Rotterdam: price, tickets, timetable

    There is no direct public transport connection between Keukenhof and Rotterdam. But during the Keukenhof season, from 19 March till 10 May 2026 there will be a direct transfer bus connecting Rotterdam and Keukenhof. In this guide 1 Tickets and…

  • How to get from Amsterdam to Keukenhof

    How to get from Amsterdam to Keukenhof

    During the Keukenhof opening season (18 March โ€“ 9 May 2027) you can travel to Keukenhof from Amsterdam by direct transfer bus (already bookable), public transport bus, train (via Leiden) or car. Here you will find our tips how to…

  • Direct bus Schiphol – Keukenhof: tickets and timetable

    Direct bus Schiphol – Keukenhof: tickets and timetable

    In 2027, you can travel from Schiphol airport to Keukenhof gardens by direct shuttle bus (tickets from โ‚ฌ42,50, including Keukenhof entrance). This non-stop bus departs 6 times a day and takes you from the airport to the Keukenhof. Prior booking…