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Why you Should Visit Amsterdam

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 My day in Amsterdam


Museums


Amsterdam is museum nirvana! Three of the city's famous temples of art lie within the Museum District, while many others are spread out all over.

  • Rijksmuseum: Re-opened in 2013 after an extensive 10-year renovation, the Rijksmuseum is the Netherlands' most prestigous museum of Dutch national art including works by Rembrandt, Vermeer, and Van Gogh.

  • Stedelijk: Modern art lovers will revel in the international collection at Stedelijk, a contemporary museum that looks like a giant bathtub from the outside.

  • Van Gogh Museum: Fans of the Dutch Post-Impressionist master should make a beeline for this museum, which holds the largest works of art of the artist.

Food


Hankering for a taste of Dutch food? In Amsterdam, you can sample all of the Dutch specialties to your heart's content. Try some of these famous dishes and snacks!

  • Poffertjes: These pillowy bite-sized pancakes are the ultimate Dutch sweet treat. Made in a specially crafted poffertjes pans, these delicate little morsels are eaten with powdered sugar and butter.

  • Bitterballen: Despite the name, these fried balls of goodness are not bitter, but in fact savory fried gravy! A popular pub snack, they pair perfectly with a glass of ice cold beer.

  • Stamppot: This is Dutch comfort food at its finest. Stamppot is a hearty dish of potato, carrot and onion mash served with sausage and meatballs.

Parks and Gardens


There are over 30 parks in Amsterdam, which means it's very easy to find a moment of peace in the busy capital.

  • Hortus Botanicus: One of the oldest botanical gardens in the world, Hortus Botanicus orginally was established in 1683 as a medicinal herb garden. Today, it holds a unique collection of over 4,000 species of plants.

  • Vondelpark: The largest park in Amsterdam, Vondelpark is centrally located near the Museum District. Popular among tourists and locals, the park has free concerts in the summer at its open-air theater and plenty of open green space for a picnic.

  • Sarphatipark: Just around the corner from the bustling Albert Cuyp Market, this tiny oasis of green is the perfect place to stop for a rest or just people watch.

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