Top Things to Do Whilst in Amsterdam

Visited by millions every year, Amsterdam is one of the most vibrant and diverse cities in Europe, and known all over the globe for its bars, cafes and restaurants, it makes for an excellent weekend getaway. Culturally unique, there’s no other city in Europe quite like Amsterdam, and it continues to remain as authentic as ever despite the ever-increasing tourist numbers. Whether you’re looking for a quiet weekend break or an action-packed city extravaganza, there’s something for everyone in Amsterdam. Let’s take a look at some of the top things to do here this summer.

Ann Frank’s House

Probably the most visit attraction in Amsterdam, thousands of people flock to this historical spot every year to see the Frank’s infamous diary, as well as the building where she hid Jewish families from the Nazis. Although the entry price is a little steep, the experience is unforgettable and well worth the queue.

Ann Frank’s HousePaul Tarjan / Foter.com / CC BY-NC-SA

The Van Gogh Museum

Amsterdam is full of amazing galleries, and one of the best places to get your art fix is at the Van Gogh Museum. Housing over two hundred paintings and five hundred sketches by the world-famous artist, this museums offers the biggest collection of Van Gogh’s work in the world. Additionally, there are also works of art by many of the artist’s contemporaries on show.

Rijksmuseum

As the largest art museum in the country, millions of people come through the doors of Rijksmueum every year. Offering masterpieces from nearly all of the world’s greatest artists, the museum remained open to the public throughout its recent refurbishment.

Rijksmuseum Amsterdam ca 1895Photoglob AG, Zürich, Switzerland or Detroit Publishing Company, Detroit, Michigan / Foter.com / Public domain

From Halls to Rembrandt, Van Gogh to Vermeer, Rijksmuseum’s design is innovative and inspiring, with exhibitions throughout the entire for tourists to take advantage of. This museum also offers great historical insight into Dutch art and culture, and it is also home to stunning period doll houses if you’re in to your collectables.

Het Scheepvaart Museum

This amazing structure is Holland’s National Maritime Museum, and having gone through a recent (and very expensive) renovation, it offers some of the most fascinating and historical insights into the country’s maritime achievements. If you’re thinking of visiting Amsterdam this summer, then the Het Scheepvaart Museum is a must-see attraction, and it’s known to get very busy during weekend, so make sure you get there early.

Het Scheepvaart MuseumAdmiraals Weblog / Foter.com / CC BY-NC-ND

Offering so much for the younger generations, you’ll be pleased to find out that kids go free in the Het Scheepvaart Museum, and even with the price of the adult ticket there’s so much to see and do. From 17^th century sailing ships to the latest and most technologically advanced vessels, you could easily spend an entire day here. Additionally, there’s also a great collection of old maps, painting and other treasure found by Dutch sea captains on their world travels over the years.

The Amsterdam Canal Ring

If you’re looking for a lovely evening stroll to bring your weekend break to an end, then there’s no better place than the Amsterdam Cana Ring. Not only are the canals an iconic feature of the city, but there as stunning as they are peaceful, and great to walk around in the warm summer evenings.