Museumkaart vs I amsterdam Card: which should I buy?
Museumkaart vs I amsterdam City Card: which Amsterdam museum pass saves you more money? I have been living in the Netherlands for the past 13 years and have used both…
September 2026
Anne Frank house tickets: how to book before they sell out
Anne Frank House tickets must be booked online in advance, since they’re never sold at the door. Tickets go on sale every Tuesday at 10:00 AM (Amsterdam time) for the…
How to use trams in Amsterdam: tickets, routes & tips
Trams are the most popular form of public transport in Amsterdam. The tram network covers almost the entire city, except for the northern district of Amsterdam Noord. In this guide,…
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…
Easter 2027 in Amsterdam
Easter in Amsterdam falls on March 26–29, 2027 (Good Friday to Easter Monday). With tulip season in full swing and a long holiday weekend ahead, Amsterdam gets especially busy at…
Amsterdam to Efteling: distance, travel time & tickets (2026)
Efteling is the most visited attraction in the Netherlands – and one of the best day trips you can do from Amsterdam with kids. The park is 110 km away,…
Tulip Festivals Netherlands 2027: spring events near Amsterdam
When is the Tulip festival in Amsterdam in 2027? There are quite a few spring flower events in Amsterdam and the area which are typically called the Tulip festival. Lets…
Van Gogh tickets are sold out: how to visit museum?
The Van Gogh museum in Amsterdam attracts millions of visitors every year. Demand for tickets exceeds capacity, and a few years ago the decision was taken to only sell tickets…
How to get from Amsterdam to Volendam and Marken: day trip guide 2026
Volendam is a traditional fishing village on the IJsselmeer lake, 20 km north of Amsterdam, known for its colourful wooden houses, harbour and fresh fish. It’s easy to combine with…
Best things to do in Amsterdam: a local’s guide
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. Written…