food and drink
Local Flavor: where to eat and drink in AmsterdamJun 19, 2024 • 7 min read
These are the best meals and casual drinks in Amsterdam right now.
Amsterdam Travel Stories
destination practicalitiesHow to get around Amsterdam, one of Europe’s easiest cities to exploreJun 13, 2024 • 7 min read
Whether by tram, on foot, in a car or (of course) atop a bicycle, Amsterdam is a breeze to get around. Here’s all you need to know about transport options.
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budget travelThere are many ways to enjoy Amsterdam on a budgetJun 12, 2024 • 8 min read
Be ready for high prices in Amsterdam, one of Europe's favorite city break destinations. Here are our tips for seeing the city on a budget.
art and culture6 great day trips from Amsterdam for canals, windmills, cutting-edge buildings and moreJun 11, 2024 • 6 min read
Craving more canals? Ardent for architecture? Looking for family fun? You’re in luck, with this list of six easy day trips to take from Amsterdam.
destination practicalities8 of Amsterdam's best neighborhoods: find the perfect base for your visitJun 1, 2024 • 7 min read
Our guide to Amsterdam's neighborhoods will help you find the perfect place to stay.
destination practicalities20 things to know before visiting Amsterdam in 2024Mar 16, 2024 • 6 min read
Locals in Amsterdam have a few expectations for tourists who visit the city. Here's everything you need to know before you go.
budget travelThe 21 best free things to do in AmsterdamMar 13, 2024 • 7 min read
There's a host of freebies to help you save money in Amsterdam, from architectural jewels and archeological treasures to inventive exhibits and concerts.
festivals and eventsWhen is the best time to visit Amsterdam?Feb 28, 2024 • 4 min read
Amsterdam is great all year round but the crowds...not so much. Here's how to pick the perfect time for your budget and needs.
art and cultureIt’s time to take another look at AmsterdamDec 20, 2023 • 7 min read
Amsterdam is again leading the way with spirited and innovative community and sustainability initiatives
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foodThe top 15 places to eat in Amsterdam from fast food to fine diningDec 15, 2023 • 5 min read
Amsterdam continues to carve out a niche as one of Europe's most exciting food and drink scenes. Here’s where to eat.
shoppingAmsterdam in 5 Shops: handmade souvenirs, designer vintage and Dutch cheeseDec 15, 2023 • 4 min read
Amsterdam's creative and free-spirited energy is evident in its selection of independent shops.
family travelThe best things to do in Amsterdam with kidsJul 11, 2023 • 4 min read
With its beautiful urban parks, child-focused museums and stroller-friendly trams, Amsterdam is a surprisingly great option for a family holiday.
toursThe Amsterdam canal tour where the main attraction is trashJan 19, 2023 • 6 min read
One organization is offering a way to really get to know Amsterdam’s famous waterways – by helping clean them.
bars and pubsThe 19 best bars in Amsterdam, from cocktails to karaokeJan 20, 2022 • 6 min read
Take part in Amsterdam’s famous cafe culture with our list of the 19 best bars.
photographyBest museums in Amsterdam: 12 must-visit spaces that cover everything from Dutch masters to digital photographyDec 14, 2021 • 5 min read
From priceless artworks to invaluable historical collections and, well, houseboats. Here are the best museums Amsterdam.
art and cultureShould I visit the Rijksmuseum or the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam?Nov 30, 2021 • 6 min read
They are two of Europe's greatest galleries, but should you visit Rijksmuseum or the Van Gogh Museum when in Amsterdam?
sportsWhy winter in Amsterdam is the ideal time to visitOct 25, 2021 • 3 min read
Winter can be a great time of year to discover atmospheric Amsterdam, here's why.
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wildlife and natureAmsterdam's loveliest parks and open spacesSep 17, 2021 • 5 min read
Experience the very best of the Netherlands' famous gardening skills in Amsterdam’s many parks.
family travelWhy you should take your teens to AmsterdamOct 4, 2019 • 6 min read
When the kids are too old to be enticed by ice-cream shops and petting zoos, but not so big they can explore cities on their own, family holiday destinations…
shoppingHow to spend a perfect weekend in AmsterdamSep 11, 2019 • 5 min read
From Friday night jenever drinking to Sunday morning film screenings, here’s our guide to the perfect weekend in Amsterdam.
cannabisAmsterdam’s best coffeeshops for first-timersSep 10, 2019 • 5 min read
Coffeeshops are one of Amsterdam’s biggest draws. Pro puffer, Gavin Haines, has spent years researching the finest establishments to bring you his top tips for…
artThese 10 hotels and hostels were prisons in a former lifeJul 13, 2019 • 5 min read
Historic prisons are fascinating, tragic and often macabre places, which is why those that have been converted to modern hotels and hostels make such…
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