Amsterdam things to do

A leafy park where there is a festive mood. "Live and let live" is how the activities in this park named after the Renaissance poet/writer Joost van den Vondel can be summarised. It was the city's firs...

The water ditches dug during the years 1612 to 1663, characterise the image of the city until today. About 25 000 trees line the banks of the approximately 100 km long canal system. The three major ca...

Pop, rock and techno in sacral surroundings. A legendary disco and concert venue in a former church. Ever since the days of punk, it has been one of the fixed institutions among Amsterdam's nightlife. ...

Backyard hideaway of the diary writer. A narrow staircase leads to the most famous Achterhuis (backyard house) of the capital. The museum shows changing exhibitions on Nazi terror in the Netherlands an...

Small shops, historic pubs and old houses are what make the Jordaan district so charming. Secluded little streets, tubs of flowers in front of the houses, cosy little pubs on corners and small shops: J...

Masterpieces from Rembrandt to Vermeer. The Rijksmuseum contains the most comprehensive collection of art in the Netherlands. Insider tip: The garden of the Rijksmuseum, which was likewise designed by ...

The home of the painter of the "Night Watch". The new section of the Rembrandthuis is home to the world's largest collection of etchings, copperplate engravings and drawings by the famous artist. By co...

The oldest building in Amsterdam. Built around 1300, the Old Church is the oldest building in the city. The hall church (Hallenkirchen design) was originally consecrated to Saint Nicolas as the patron ...

A Gothic church on the Dam with no towers. The imposing Nieuwe Kerk at the Dam is Amsterdam's most famous church. However, it is not as new as its name would suggest. Construction of the late-Gothic re...