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Albert Cuypmarkt

Located in the vibrant De Pijp district, the Albert Cuypmarkt is the largest and the most famous street market in the country. You can find almost everything you need in this market, usually at throwaway prices. This bustling market is the classic representation of the Dutch attitude - relaxed and vibrant. It attracts tourists and locals in hordes, 6 days a week. Handmade ornaments, clothes, accessories, utilities for home, all you need is in this market. The variety of food on offer is extremely vast as well. The famous herring to smoked eel, to the scrumptious freshly made stoopwafels, all at a 15 minute bike ride from the city centre! Read More

Amsterdam Dungeon is a horror theatre show related to the dutch dark history. With multiple live shows, attractions, and amusing characters, one is bound to have a fantastic time visiting this dungeon. It shows the dark times through small performances. Following the similar concept of the ever famous London Dungeon, Amsterdam Dungeon has gained widespread popularity all across the world for it unravels the perilous past of Netherlands. Amsterdam Dungeon is maintained and operated by a UK based company - Merlin Entertainments. The company through several dungeons across the country including this one attempts to show the bleak historical times of the country through special effects featuring in unique live shows, rides, and scenes from Dutch 17th century such as the Plague, the Medieval torture, and Rembrandt workshop. So, if you wish to learn more about the history of this city while having a lot of fun at the same time, then Amsterdam Dungeon is just the place you might want to visit. The actors at this place escort visitors from the entrance and right up till the last stop, i.e. the gift shop. Throughout the tour, you can expect to get minor scares in the form of loud banging sounds and sudden objects popping up in your way to frighten you. Though they are harmless and with actors cracking jokes filled with black humour and the eerie yet innovative setting, you are bound to have a great laugh during your visit to the Amsterdam Dungeon. Read More

Anne Frank House is where the famous writer Anne Frank and her family stayed in hiding from the Nazis. It has now been turned into a museum showcasing Anne Frank's journey during those terrifying times. The house is located on Prinsengracht 263 in Amsterdam. The house served as a perfect hiding spot for two years, and this is the same place where she wrote the best selling and the inspiring book The Diary of a Young Girl. Though she couldn’t survive the holocaust, his father Otto Frank made every effort to spread the words of her daughter across every soul on this earth, and her book continues to inspire every reader even today. With the growing popularity of the book, her house got converted into a tourist spot and a museum where every visitor could witness the struggles jews faced at that time. Otto Frank, Anne’s father, rented the entire building in 1940 for his office work. When they were called at the labour camp in Germany, they went into hiding in the same building. The entrance to their room was disguised as a bookshelf, and secret staircases were made inside the house. The office related work was done on the ground and first floor, and the Frank family lived in the second and third floors. Hence, no one would ever notice that a Jewish family was living there for 2 years. Read More

Amsterdam is renowned for its locally crafted beers and beer-tasting culture. Microbreweries are in multiple numbers in the city, offering a variety of beers from dark and bitter to fruity and white. The quality of the locally crafted beers here is brilliant. Amsterdam is not less than Belgium when it comes to being a beer lover's heaven. Brouwerij 'Tij is a brewery based at the bottom of æde Gooyer windmill, and is one of the most popular beer tasting spots. Apart from that, Twee Zwaantjes and Wynand Fockink see horde of people as well. In case you're unable to pay a visit to the local breweries, 't Arendsnest is one pub which will offer you tastings of various Dutch beers. Also, many pubs have international beer offerings as well, with a number of pubs serving Belgian beer. Beer festivals are also aplenty, with as many as 3 Dutch beer festivals every year in the city. Finally, Bierkonig has quite the collection for you to choose from, ranging from local to European to international, to buy and take home. Read More

Begijnhof is a historic inner courtyard located in the center of Amsterdam, Netherlands. Here one can experience its peaceful atmosphere, surrounded by charming old buildings, and learn about the lives of the Beguines, a religious sisterhood that lived there for centuries. The entry is almost hidden, but you can find it if you look hard enough on the Begijnensteeg, near the Kalverstraat. Begijnhof is a cluster of houses built around a courtyard and garden by Beguines - a group of unmarried religious women which lived in a close community. The central green space of Begijnhof is often referred to as a "secret garden" due to its peaceful atmosphere and hidden location. The Chapel of Our Lord in the Attic, which is the focal point of the courtyard is covered with beautiful and noteworthy murals, making a visit there worthwhile. These murals offer a window into the Beguines' lives as well as the religious and cultural heritage of Amsterdam. Begijnhof has a rich history dating back to the 14th century.Today, the courtyard is home to a small community of women who live in the charming old buildings surrounding the central green space. It was constructed first in the 14th century, and in the centre of the courtyard is the Engelse Kerk, the chapel which also has very elaborate depictions on it's panels. Begijnhof provides a unique alternative to the bustling city life. Spending a while here is truly a blissful experience. Read More

The Blomenmarkt is the only floating flower market in the world. Floating on the southern side of the Singel, this beautiful flower market will cater to all your flowery needs. It is the best place to find Tulips. Tulips are central to Dutch culture, and the Bloemenmarkt is the best place to buy Tulips in the city. You'll find Tulips of every possible colour, and not just that, you will also find here almost every single flower you wish to buy. This colourful market has several small shops, floating on barges, extending from the end of the pavement. During the winters, these shops also sell Christmas trees and decorations. Apart from flowers, the shops also have various gardening essentials, seeds for your own garden, local cheese, and other souvenirs for you to take back. Read More

Over the years, Boom Chicago group has streamlined their act to create an interactive masterpiece performed daily at the historic Rozentheater in Amsterdam’s Jordaan district. They started out as an international creative group specializing in improv. The Boom Chicago group is based out of Amsterdam. With its faced paced, high energy setting, the sketch comedy piece presented by Boom Chicago will leave you in splits. The show is known for its inclusive approach by which the actors, music director and multimedia technician work in tandem to come up with the most creative, hysterical show. They accept and work on audience feedback on each day’s show. Locals say, no two shows by Boom Chicago are ever the same. Addressing vital socio-political issues drawing from Dutch and American social scenes. It’s take on issues like 9/11, data privacy and the extreme right, all the while melding it with comedy, has made the group wildly popular. After performing for over 25 years, Boom Chicago has now become a part of Amsterdam’s cultural scene. Read More

Amsterdam's canal cruises are world famous and are quite a beautiful way to tour the city. The cruise takes you through the heart of the city, making it a visually enchanting and learning experience. The canal system, which was setup in the 17th century, is one absolutely mesmerising way of touring the city. Simply floating through the city, it makes it a unique way to discover the city and it's attractions. At night, the fairly lights come on along the belt, and that is a sight to behold. You can take the one hour sightseeing tour on the boat, or book a romantic candle lit dinner for an unforgettable night, or use the boats for hop-on-hop-off sightseeing tours as well. Exploring Amsterdam on these boats is one experience you will never forget, and something you should definitely not miss out on. Read More

Dam Square is the most popular town square in Amsterdam. It is the site of the royal palace and hosts several events throughout the year. It is located in the city centre and is flooded with a number of cafes, shops, and restaurants. This crowded square in Amsterdam was created in the 13th century when a dam was built across the Amstel river. Today, this bustling little space is home to several restaurants, bars, cafes, plenty of shops, and also several events or street performances happening in some part of it or another. Most importantly though, the Royal Palace is situated in the Dam Square. This majestic and iconic building is still used to host official receptions. Also present in this square is the Madam Tussauds wax work museum, and the Nieuwe Kerk (New Church). Read More

One of the most widely known theme parks in Europe, the Efteling Park is situated in the heart of the Netherlands. An hour from the main city of Amsterdam, this Park has been modelled on old Dutch fairy tales and lore. The park also offer a themed hotel. The Efteling Park, when it was initially opened in 1952, would only stay open during summer months, but since 2010 the Park authorities have decided to keep it open all year round with a ‘Winter Efteling’ theme in place during November through February. Efteling not only has some of the most innovative rides, it’s open spaces and greenery made it a wonderful place to spend the day.The park also has a themed hotel and holiday parks, aside from a theatre and numerous rides. The park has now become one part of the Efteling Resort, which included the hotel, a golf course, a theatre and much more. Divided into five parts, or ‘realms’ as they are called, the Park has different kinds of rides in each realm, interspersed by water bodies, green spaces and fountains. In 1971 the Efteling Park was the first ever theme park to be conferred the Pomme d’Or award, the highest award in the European tourist industry. Read More