Amsterdam
“Some tourists think Amsterdam is a city of sin, but in truth it is a city of freedom. And in freedom, most people find sin.” John Green.
Country of windmills and dykes, grassy fields and grass heads, tolerance and tradition, Van Gogh and Shocking Blue, the Netherlands concentrate their features in Amsterdam. Amsterdam is small enough to navigate on foot and saturated in culture both past and present. Its reputation as a youthful city, largely derived from its legalized prostitution and cannabis, holds true, yet Amsterdam’s exquisite museums, vibrant markets, and rich history easily leap the age gap and make it the ideal destination for a short and cheerful break.
A cultural tour of Amsterdam
Activities
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Albert Cuyp Market, Amsterdam
Situated at the animated heart of the De Pijp district in Amsterdam, the Albert Cuyp Market is the largest and most popular outdoor market of The Netherlands.
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Anne Frank House, Amsterdam
The Anne Frank House, in the centre of Amsterdam, is the hiding place where the brave little girl penned her famous diary during the Second World War.
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Body Worlds, Amsterdam
Body Worlds Amsterdam takes you through a journey to discover the human body.
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Disco Dolly, Amsterdam
Fancy dancing all night to disco classics while meeting new people? Disco Dolly is the night club for you! Open seven days a week 11pm to 5am, whether you want a chilled night in the top room, or a dance with the DJ, this is the place to be.This club is intimate and lively! Perfect for people age 18-26 who love to boogie the night away to disco, funk and house.
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Eye Film Museum, Amsterdam
The focal point of the museum is showcasing film as an art form and as entertainment.
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Friendship River Cruise, Amsterdam
Running from 11am-11pm with cushions and drink on board, you're in for a treat! Departing from outside the Bulldog coffee shop, take a relaxing guided trip down some the canals and allow Amsterdam to unfold in front of your eyes and discover all its hidden gems. The best canal tour to experience the city in all its glory! You can also smoke on board ONLY if others are okay with it.
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Heineken Experience, Amsterdam
The Heineken Experience has become a must for beer lovers visiting Amsterdam.
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Jazz Cafe Alto, Amsterdam: All year
The only walk in Jazz-bar in Amsterdam! This hidden gem is always packed, but not many find it!
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Noordermarkt, Amsterdam
Originated in the 17th century, the Noordetmarkt has remained an important market and meeting point over the years.
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Red Light District, Amsterdam
Amsterdam's famous Red Light District, known locally as De Walletjes, lies in an area roughly enclosed by Central Station, the Nieuwmarkt and the Dam, in the oldest part of the city.
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Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam
Amsterdam's Rijksmuseum houses one of the world's great art collections. Its Dutch 17th century works are unsurpassed and include outstanding pieces by Rembrandt and Vermeer.
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Sex Museum - The Temple of Venus, Amsterdam
Whether you’re going in for a giggle or to educate yourself - it’s worth it! The museum has a selection of photos, paintings and wax models to learn about sexuality through time. It avoids the bluntness of pornography while giving an interesting perspective on sexuality. From the Egyptians to the Romans and even the middle ages, You will find out how liberal historical civilisations were.
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Spui, Amsterdam: Every Sunday
Each week the work of about 25 artists is put on display; they are part of a collective of 60 or so who work together to organise the market and show their work in circulation.
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The Bulldog Cafe, Amsterdam
With so many coffee shops to choose from in Amsterdam, take our advice, and head to The Bulldog café near you! These are famous as the franchises of the first coffee shop to EVER open in Amsterdam. Henk de Vries wanted it to be “A place for people to smoke, talk and have fun." It started with few tables, then in December 1975 the first coffee shop opened in the red-light district.
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The National Maritime Museum, Amsterdam
Dating back to 1656, the National Maritime Museum has one of the most remarkable maritime collections in the world.
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Van Gogh Museum, Amsterdam
The Van Gogh Museum houses the world’s largest Van Gogh collection and the works of his friends and contemporaries. Apart from world-famous paintings such as Almond Blossom, Sunflowers and The Potato Eaters, his remarkable collection of Japanese colourful prints is also shown bought from the Paris art dealer Siegfried Bing.
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