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Discover Amsterdam holidays & city breaks 2021

Amsterdam has everything you need for a dream holiday or city break. It’s beautiful to look at, easy to get around and is full to the brim with museums and galleries. The incredible nightlife is an added bonus.

Amsterdam is the quintessential city break destination but it’s worth much more than a long weekend. Amsterdam holidays offer elegant architecture, world-class museums and plenty of history. But the city also has a modern, creative spirit seen in the hip bars, clubs and boutiques that scatter the city. Adding to its appeal is the ease of getting around. You can walk, cycle or even hop on a public boat.

Outdoor adventures in Amsterdam

Holidays in Amsterdam aren’t just about museums and nightlife. This is an outdoorsy city and locals love to get about on their bikes as much as possible. There are parks all over the city, a couple of urban beaches, and lakes to kitesurf, paddle board and sail on. Not to mention the joy of boating around the city’s canals.

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Why book Amsterdam holidays

Top city attractions

The Anne Frank House, Royal Palace of Amsterdam & Dam Square

Hit the nightlife & bar scene

Everything from small jazz cafés to rock gigs and cool underground clubs

World-class museums

Rijksmuseum and the Van Gogh Museum are a total must

Unmissable art scene

From Rembrandt to Van Gogh + a vibrant contemporary art scene

Explore the city

Take a stroll down the picturesque streets of Jordaan

Explore the local markets

Home to amazing food, flowers, books and antique markets!

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5 things to do in Amsterdam

Looking for family-friendly fun, outdoor adventures or a dose of culture? You’ll find it on holidays in Amsterdam.

If you love cycling there are few better cities to be than Amsterdam. There are bike lanes everywhere and rentals are easily available. Be aware that the sheer number and speed of bikes can take a little getting used to.
An Amsterdam must do is a tour around the city canals. There are a bewildering array of options, from self-drive eco boats to dinner tours.
Amsterdam’s green spaces make a lovely retreat after heavy sightseeing. Vondelpark has vast open spaces and wooded trails, while Amsterdamse Bos has a farm and a forest. In Flevopark you can go wild swimming.
Head to the narrow streets of the historic de Jordaan neighbourhood. The quaint buildings house galleries, courtyard gardens and cute cafes. It's perfect for an afternoon of wandering.
Museumplein is Amsterdam’s cultural heart. It’s home to big name museums including the Rijksmuseum, the Van Gogh Museum and the Stedelijk Museum. In winter there’s a huge outdoor ice rink on the square.

Amsterdam nightlife

Holidays in Amsterdam deliver plenty of nighttime thrills. Whether you’re looking for a big night out in the Red Light District or an evening in a laid-back bar.

Bawdy, boisterous and full of stag dos, the Red Light District isn’t everyone’s cup of tea. But it’s a must-see for anyone interested in Amsterdam’s seedy underbelly. It can be a lot of fun, too.
Rembrandtplein is known for its big name bars and clubs, which attract both tourists and locals. Leading off it is Reguliersdwarsstraat, which is home to Amsterdam’s best gay clubs and bars.
As every tourist to Amsterdam knows, coffeeshops aren’t about coffee but about legally consuming weed. They are a rite of passage for anyone coming to Amsterdam to party.
Former shipyard and cool-kid hangout, NSDM Wharf is a refreshing change from touristy Amsterdam. There’s an eclectic selection of bars and restaurants, plus regular arty events.
Dance music is huge in Amsterdam. The city’s mega clubs regularly host big name DJs from across the world. And they don’t close until the sun comes up.

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Amsterdam for families

Compact, friendly and easy to negotiate, Amsterdam is one of Europe's most kid-friendly cities.

NEMO Science Centre is an interactive delight that’s fun for kids of all ages. There’s even a chemistry lab where they can perform experiments. With a little supervision of course!
ARTIS Amsterdam Royal Zoo is one of the oldest in Europe. It has big cat, elephant and ape enclosures, as well as an aquarium. Fans of microscopic organisms can head to the onsite microbe museum.
For a day at the beach take the tram to Centrum Island. Blijberg Beach has a wide swathe of sand and clear (but cold) water to take a dip in. There’s a café for all your food and drink needs.
Amstersamse Bos is a massive park full of woods, meadows and lakes. There are safe bike paths and a petting farm, as well as a climbing park where kids can swing through the trees.
An hour away from Amsterdam is Efteling Theme Park. Inspired by traditional Dutch fairy tales, it has rollercoasters and an enchanted forest complete with talking trees.

Amsterdam for couples

Amsterdam may be a party city but there’s still plenty for couples in search of a romantic break.

For a romantic stroll, head to the elegant streets of de Jordaan. It’s full of cute cafes and atmospheric hofjes (historic courtyards). Visit on Saturday to pick up some goodies from the farmers market.
Great for a weekend wander is Albert Cuyp Markt. There’s loads of food, vintage clothing and knick knacks. It’s more of a local market, so you get a genuine slice of Amsterdam life.
To explore the city’s canals in the most romantic way possible hire a private boat. You drive it yourself, so bring a picnic and a sense of direction.
Sink a cocktail or two while taking in the city’s impressive skyline. There are a number of chic rooftop bars around the city from which to appreciate it. The top of A’DAM Tower is a good place to start.
There’s nothing like snuggling up in a corner of a traditional bruin café (brown cafe). Amsterdam’s answer to traditional British pubs are dark, atmospheric and sometimes still lit by candles.

Culture

Artistic Amsterdam

Amsterdam holidays are fantastic for art lovers. You can see Old Masters in grand museums as well as modern art on the street and in galleries.

The EYE building strikes a dramatic pose on the banks of the IJ River. A modernist masterpiece it houses the city’s film museum and an art house cinema. There’s also a restaurant overlooking the water.
Amsterdam has nurtured a street art scene for decades. Whether you join a street art tour or go it alone, you’ll see lots to inspire. De Jordaan is a good place to start. Or head north to NDSM-Werf. This former industrial shipyard is now an artistic hub.
The Rijksmuseum is the jewel in Amsterdam’s artistic crown. Come here to gawp at Van Goghs, Vermeers and Rembrandts. The huge neoclassical building makes an impressive setting.
For a dose of modern art amongst all those Old Masters visit Stedelijk Base. As well as pieces by Picasso, Mondrian and Warhol, there are regular rotating exhibitions.
The Van Gogh Museum presents some of the artist's greatest hits. There are also paintings by other Post-impressionist superstars. Gaugin and Monet included.

History and culture in Amsterdam

Amsterdam holidays take you to one of Europe’s top cultural capitals. One visit will only let you scratch the surface.

Rembrandt lived in Amsterdam’s Jewish Quarter for almost 20 years. His former home is now the Rembrandt House Museum, where you can learn about his life and works.
Eccentric museums are Amsterdam’s speciality. As well as the Sex Museum and the Hemp Museum there’s Museum Vrolik. This bizarre institution displays a selection of human and animal deformities, some pickled in jars.
Make sure to visit the Anne Frank House, where Anne and her family hid from the Nazis during World War II. There’s a small museum, and you can see the secret annex where she wrote her famous diary.
Built to demonstrate the city’s strength and wealth, Amsterdam’s grand Royal Palace stands proud on Dam Square. Palace tours take you around the equally lavish interiors.
The oldest surviving building in Amsterdam is de Oude Kerk. Dating back to 1306, it has been both a Catholic church and a Protestant cathedral. Rembrandt's wife Saskia was buried here in 1642.

Food & Drink

Traditional cuisine in Amsterdam

Amsterdams has restaurants serving cuisine from around the globe. But make sure to try some classic Dutch food. It’s hearty, comforting and excellent for warding off the cold.

A plate of poffertjes (mini pancakes) are a treat on a blustery Amsterdam day. They come covered in syrup or dusted with icing sugar.
Deep fried meatballs, or bitterballen, are an Amsterdam favourite. Try some at a street stall or order a plate of them in the pub. They’re even more delicious after a couple of beers.
The Dutch love their cheese. Favourites include gouda, geitenkaas and maasdammer. Pick some up at one of the city’s cheese shops or food markets.
Soused raw herring may not sound immediately appealing. But if it’s typical Dutch street food you’re after, this fits the bill. It’s served with onions and pickles. Or in rye bread as a sandwich.
The Dutch equivalent of fish and chips is kibbeling. Small chunks of cod or whiting are battered and deep-fried. Then served with garlic sauce or spicy mayonnaise.

Places to eat in Amsterdam

There’s a delicious range of eating and drinking options in Amsterdam. From fine dining to street food stalls to breweries.

A paper cone filled with hot, salty chips is an Amsterdam’s street food highlight. Have them plain or with toppings. Patatje oorlog (war fries) are topped with peanut sauce, mayonnaise and onions.
There are satay stalls throughout Amsterdam in a nod to the city’s colonial links with Indonesia. Pork or chicken is most popular, preferably smothered in spicy peanut sauce. Chips on the side are optional.
Amsterdam’s craft beer scene is thriving, with dozens of microbreweries strewn across the city. For the original and (some say) best, try Brouwerij ‘t IJ. You can down excellent pilsners and IPAs in the shadow of a historic windmill.
A former tram shed in Oud-West district, Foodhallen is now a street food hub of dreams. Bright young things come to drink and dine from several dozen stalls and bars.
For weekend brunch local style, De Pijp is the place to be. This former down-at-heel neighbourhood has shaken off the grit and produced some excellent cafes and restaurants.

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Amsterdam weather

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5°C

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Feb

6°C

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Mar

9°C

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Apr

13°C

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Nov

10°C

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Dec

7°C

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