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The capital and the largest city in The Netherlands<\/strong><\/a> is a fun, culture rich, and considered the Venice of the north.<\/p>\n

Famous for its picturesque water canals and small arched bridges lined with trees and magnificent 17e<\/sup> \u2013 18e<\/sup> century buildings, enjoy the cultural scene, great art galleries and museums, and the coffee shops selling Cannabis.
\nAmsterdam is a vibrant city, with bustling public squares, street and flower markets, numerous green parks, a great nightlife scene, fine cuisine restaurants, and great shopping opportunities.
\nCycling is highly popular, and together with great public transportation while being relatively small, touring the city is quite easy.<\/p>\n

Start your visit of Amsterdam in the vibrant and highly popular Dam square<\/strong> where you will find the Royal Palace of Amsterdam<\/strong><\/a>, the World War II National Monument, and the 15e<\/sup> century Nieuwe Kerk (church). In the Museum Square (Museumplein) visit the best museums of Amsterdam, the\u00a0Rijksmuseum<\/strong><\/a> home to a vast collection of Dutch Golden Age art, the\u00a0glorious Van Gogh Museum<\/strong><\/a>, and the modern art Stedelijk Museum<\/strong> Amsterdam<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n

Other interesting museums in the city are the\u00a0Anne Frank House<\/strong><\/a> dedicated to the WW2 Jewish diarist, The\u00a0Rembrandt House Museum<\/strong><\/a>, the former house of the famous 17e<\/sup> century Dutch\u00a0painter, and many others.<\/p>\n

Families with children will love the interactive NEMO Science Museum<\/strong><\/a> in the harbor, and the popular wax museum\u00a0Madame Tussauds<\/strong> Amsterdam<\/strong><\/a> on Dam Square. Also with children, enjoy a time off in one of the city\u2019s great parks such as the beautiful Vondelpark<\/strong><\/a>, take a family bike ride or a canal cruise, or visit the ARTIS Zoo<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n

Canals Tour is a must do, and it\u2019s one of the things that makes Amsterdam so unique and interesting. While sailing explore the iconic architecture especially in the evening when the small bridges and streets are lighted, and food and drinks are offered on board. You can also rent a boat and take a tour by yourself.<\/p>\n

There are quite a few Great hangout places and neighborhoods<\/strong><\/a> to visit and enjoy while in Amsterdam such as the Bloemenmarkt<\/strong><\/a> floating flower market, the Red Light District (De Wallen)<\/strong><\/a> one of the most famous neighborhood in Amsterdam, Chinatown<\/strong><\/a> vibrant and colorful small district, Leidseplein<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0lively square with cafes and street entertainment, Jordaan<\/strong><\/a>, the trendy and charming neighborhood offering great nightlife opportunities, and many others.<\/p>\n

Amsterdam offers great shopping opportunities<\/strong><\/a> either in small local shops, vibrant markets, or international high brands outlets.\u00a0 Stroll Kalverstraat<\/a>,<\/strong> one of the city’s major shopping venues, Damrak Avenue<\/strong><\/a> home to both small local shops and international chains, Haarlemmestratt<\/strong> <\/a>with its small local shops, Albert Cuyp Markt<\/a>, <\/strong>9 streets area in Jordaan<\/a>, <\/strong>IJ-Hallen<\/strong><\/a> flea market, Batavia Stad<\/strong><\/a> great outlet out of the city, and much more.<\/p>\n

At night, enjoy the vibrant nightlife scene in places such as the Red Light District (De Wallen)<\/strong><\/a>, Jordaan<\/strong><\/a> offering great nightlife opportunities, NDSM Wharf<\/a>, De Pijp <\/strong>with its lively pubs and bars, the night clubs in Amsterdam Noord, and many more.<\/p>\n