Amsterdam tourist tax in 2026: rates, calculator & tips
Booking a hotel in Amsterdam and wondering what that extra line on your bill is? That’s the city tax, also called tourist tax. In 2026 it is 12,5% of your…
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Metro in Amsterdam: opening times, map, tickets
Amsterdam metro includes 5 lines and 39 stations. You can pay for your metro rides with your bank pass (OV-pay) or buy a local transport ticket. Here is all you…
Amsterdam evening canal cruise: prices and best options
What is the best evening or night canal cruise in Amsterdam, and what time should you go? In this guide, we compare the most popular evening cruises, from a budget…
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…
From Amsterdam to Zandvoort beach: travel by train, bus, car
Zandvoort aan Zee is a beach town on the North Sea coast, 40 km from Amsterdam. It is often called Amsterdam’s beach. Despite the distance, you can reach it in…
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…
Antiekcentrum Amsterdam: best antique shops (my tips)
Looking for authentic antiques in Amsterdam instead of boring souvenirs? Antiekcentrum Amsterdam is one of the city’s best hidden gems for vintage furniture, jewelry, Delftware, silver and collectible Dutch pieces,…
Day trips from Amsterdam: best places to visit
The Netherlands is small and well connected. In 20 to 40 minutes from Amsterdam you can be in a windmill village, a fishing harbour or on a North Sea beach,…
KLM houses walk in Amsterdam
There are hunderds of popular walking routes and day itineraries in Amsterdam (we also have a few!). But how about a creative one? You have probably heard about the KLM…
Giethoorn day trip from Amsterdam: tours & prices (2026)
Giethoorn, often called the Dutch Venice, is located 121 kilometers away from Amsterdam. In 2026, travelling from Amsterdam to Giethoorn by public transport takes about 2 to 2,5 hours one…