Red light district Amsterdam: rules and tips
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…
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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…
How to get from Amsterdam airport Schiphol to the center?
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…
How to use public transport in Amsterdam?
Public transport in Amsterdam is operated by GVB and covers trams, buses, metro and ferries. How does public transport work? It’s very easy to use — and in this guide…
Flower market in Amsterdam: the Bloemenmarkt
Flower market in Amsterdam, also called Bloemenmarkt in Dutch, or Floating market is one of the most colourful attractions in Amsterdam. It’s the city’s iconic landmarks operating since 1862. Today…
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…
Keukenhof bus 850 from Haarlem
Travel to Keukenhof from Haarlem with direct KeukenhofBuzz 850. The bus departs from Jansweg, next to Haarlem train station. In 2027, a combi-ticket (Keukenhof entry + return bus 850 ticket)…
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…
Best time to visit Keukenhof in 2027
In 2027 Keukenhof is open from 18 March to 9 May. It stays beautiful the whole season. But most travellers want to visit Keukenhof during special festival events and during…
Zaanse Schans from Amsterdam: take a tour or travel on your own?
Zaanse Schans, a typically Dutch village with the green houses (people actually still live there) and windmills, is located just outside Amsterdam. It’s easy to travel to Zaanse Schans from…