2-day Amsterdam itinerary for first-time visitors
What can you see in Amsterdam in 2 days? This Amsterdam itinerary for first-time visitors shows you how to maximize your time and visit top museums, famous neighbourhoods, and hidden…
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 with kids: fun family things to do
Planning a trip to Amsterdam with kids? We believe that traveling with children should be comfortable, exciting, and enjoyable. The city offers a variety of fantastic family-friendly attractions and activities.…
Things to do in Amsterdam off the beaten path
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. My…
Day trips from Amsterdam: best places to visit
The Netherlands is a small country with excellent public transport, which makes Amsterdam a perfect base for day trips. Within 30 minutes you can be at 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…
Where to buy antiques in Amsterdam? 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…
Rooftop restaurants in Amsterdam
We have selected five cafés and rooftop restaurants in Amsterdam where you can drink coffee, have lunch and enjoy a great view of Amsterdam in 2026. Photos: Kristina Kutena Check…
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…
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…