Amsterdam prices & travel budget 2026: is it expensive?
Amsterdam is one of the most expensive cities in Europe. But the actual cost depends heavily on where you stay, eat, and what attractions you visit. In this guide, you’ll…
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Bus 300 from Schiphol airport to Haarlem
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…
Amsterdam to Giethoorn: train, bus & day trip guide (2026)
Giethoorn is a village in the Dutch countryside, often called the “Venice of the Netherlands” for its network of canals and traditional farmhouses. The historic centre has no roads: the…
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…
Amsterdam tourist tax in 2026: rates, calculator & tips
If you stay in a hotel in Amsterdam in 2026, you will pay a tourist tax of 12,5% of the room price (excluding VAT). Tourist tax is a municipal tax…
Amsterdam & Region Travel Ticket: 1-3 days travel pass (2026)
Use the Amsterdam & Region Travel Ticket (ARTT) to explore Amsterdam and the area (Zaanse Schans, Volendam, Edam, Haarlem, the beach in Zandvoort, Keukenhof and much more). In this guide…
Day trip to Haarlem from Amsterdam: things to do, eat & stay
Visit the beautiful city of Haarlem, located just 15 minutes from Amsterdam. It’s a must-see if you like art, history, culture and shopping. In our guide we’ve selected the best…
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 –…
Do Rijksmuseum tickets ever sell out?
Do the Rijksmuseum tickets sell out? Do I need to buy them in advance in 2026? Or can I keep my plans flexible and enter the museum at any time?…
Amsterdam night buses explained: routes, tickets and tips
There are 11 night bus lines connecting Amsterdam Centraal station with other parts of the city. They run every hour between 00:30 and 07:30. A single night bus ticket in…