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I amsterdam City Card review: is it worth it + savings calculator
The I amsterdam City Card is worth buying if you plan to visit 4+ museums and use public transport in Amsterdam. A 72-hour card costs €115 and can save you up to €274 compared to buying tickets separately. Use our…
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Amsterdam canal cruise and prices: which one to choose?
Most Amsterdam canal cruises cost €17,50 – €25 per person. Special cruises with food, drinks or private boats range from €30 to €150+. In this guide, I’ll compare prices, explain which cruises are worth the extra money, and share my…
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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 the total ticket costs with the price of the card.…
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Tulip Day 2027 in Amsterdam
Every year on the third Saturday in January the Netherlands celebrate National Tulip Day. This is the day when the tulip season officially starts. On this day Amsterdam’s Museum Square turns into a huge flower garden filled with tulips. Everyone…
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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. My name is Anastasia Dudina, and I’m the person behind the…
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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 online. In 2026, you need to pre-book them in advance,…
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How to book Anne Frank house tickets
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 entire week six weeks later, and they sell out fast.…
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Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam: tickets, prices and tips
The Rijksmuseum is the most famous museum in Amsterdam, and one of the most important art museums in the world. If you want to understand Dutch history, culture, and art, this is a good place to start. In this article…
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How to get from Amsterdam to Volendam: 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. Here’s everything you need to know about getting from Amsterdam to Volendam in 2026 –…
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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? Let’s find out. Do tickets to the Rijksmuseum ever sell…