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Amsterdam Canal Cruises
1. Amsterdam Canal Cruises
The best way to enjoy mesmerizing Amsterdam is through its most unique feature – the canals. Choose from an array of Amsterdam canal cruises and soak up the city's history, architecture, and fascinating views! Amsterdam boat tours offer a range of experiences for guests of all ages and interests. Choose from a morning canal cruise served with breakfast, or a leisurely day tour with your choice of pizza, BBQ, or Gouda cheese tasting. Let the captain do the steering while you enjoy a drink (or two) on a booze cruise, or book a romantic evening excursion instead. There are plenty of options! Get to know Amsterdam with an expert guide to point out historic points of interest, showcase classic photography opportunities, and share fun facts about the city. Canal tours are available in several languages and most offer audio guides. Rain or shine, these semi-covered tour boats are your ticket to experience this iconic city in true Dutch fashion.
Rijksmuseum
2. Rijksmuseum
The National Museum of the Netherlands, or the Rijksmuseum, has been housed on this location since 1885. It recently underwent a ten-year, €375 million renovation. The Rijksmuseum has over 5,000 paintings (including Rembrandt's Night Watch) and has an emphasis on the Dutch Golden Age. But it's not just paintings – there are sculptures, antiques, collections of clothing and weapons, and one of the finest actively-used libraries you'll ever see. The Dutch architect P.J.H. Cuypers designed this elegant building, and even put himself in the design as one of the statues on the roof.
Van Gogh Museum
3. Van Gogh Museum
The Van Gogh Museum displays over 200 of Vincent van Gogh's works, including landscapes, still lifes and drawings, and letters. By displaying them alongside works from Van Gogh's contemporaries, viewers get real insights into his life and work. The museum itself is comprised of two buildings. The main building, designed by Gerrit Rietveld, Joan van Dillen, and J. van Tricht, opened in 1973. The second building, designed by Japanese architect Kisho Kurokawa was added in 1999. Located in Amsterdam's Museumplein (along with the Stedelijk and Rijksmuseum), the Van Gogh Museum is one of the most-visited museums in the Netherlands.
Fabrique des Lumières
4. Fabrique des Lumières
See art come to life at Fabrique des Lumières - the largest digital art center in the Netherlands - in the Westergasterrein, Amsterdam! A large industrial space with walls up to 17 meters high features immersive exhibitions by classic, modern and contemporary artists. With advanced technology, the artworks are brought to life by light projections and accompanying music.
ARTIS Amsterdam Royal Zoo
5. ARTIS Amsterdam Royal Zoo
ARTIS Amsterdam Royal Zoo is an iconic zoo and botanical garden founded in 1838. It is the Netherlands' oldest zoo and one of the oldest in the world, featuring a number of historic buildings and architectural gems that provide a dose of Dutch culture alongside the incredible wildlife encounters. Located in the heart of the city, ARTIS Amsterdam Royal Zoo covers an area of over 10 hectares and is home to some 700 species of animals, including Asian elephants, African penguins, net giraffes, jaguars, and more. The zoo is also renowned for its botanical gardens, which contain some of the world's rarest trees and exotic plants. The zoo has a variety of interactive exhibitions, including a Planetarium, Aquarium, Geological Museum, Insectarium, and a Butterfly Pavilion. There are also lots of educational and recreational activities for kids, including a petting zoo, playgrounds, and an interactive science center.

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Van Gogh Museum

The Van Gogh Museum displays over 200 of Vincent van Gogh's works, including landscapes, still lifes and drawings, and letters. By displaying them alongside works from Van Gogh's contemporaries, viewers get real insights into his life and work. The museum itself is comprised of two buildings. The main building, designed by Gerrit Rietveld, Joan van Dillen, and J. van Tricht, opened in 1973. The second building, designed by Japanese architect Kisho Kurokawa was added in 1999. Located in Amsterdam's Museumplein (along with the Stedelijk and Rijksmuseum), the Van Gogh Museum is one of the most-visited museums in the Netherlands.
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Fabrique des Lumières
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Fabrique des Lumières

See art come to life at Fabrique des Lumières - the largest digital art center in the Netherlands - in the Westergasterrein, Amsterdam! A large industrial space with walls up to 17 meters high features immersive exhibitions by classic, modern and contemporary artists. With advanced technology, the artworks are brought to life by light projections and accompanying music.
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ARTIS Amsterdam Royal Zoo

ARTIS Amsterdam Royal Zoo is an iconic zoo and botanical garden founded in 1838. It is the Netherlands' oldest zoo and one of the oldest in the world, featuring a number of historic buildings and architectural gems that provide a dose of Dutch culture alongside the incredible wildlife encounters. Located in the heart of the city, ARTIS Amsterdam Royal Zoo covers an area of over 10 hectares and is home to some 700 species of animals, including Asian elephants, African penguins, net giraffes, jaguars, and more. The zoo is also renowned for its botanical gardens, which contain some of the world's rarest trees and exotic plants. The zoo has a variety of interactive exhibitions, including a Planetarium, Aquarium, Geological Museum, Insectarium, and a Butterfly Pavilion. There are also lots of educational and recreational activities for kids, including a petting zoo, playgrounds, and an interactive science center.
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Heineken Experience

The Heineken Experience is located in the original Heineken Brewery. Gerard Adriaan Heineken bought this building back in 1863 when it was the De Hooiberg brewery. He then turned it towards the production of his eponymous beer. The building remained a brewery all the way up to 1988. It was then that it became a museum (and hotspot for Heineken consumption). Located in the vibrant neighborhood of De Pijp, the Heineken Experience is ideally situated for a canal cruise, and some city exploration that takes you away from the hustle and bustle of Dam Square. Since 2001, it's been the world-famous Heineken Experience. After a year-long update and redesign in 2008, the Heineken Experience is more Heineken-y and Experience-y than ever before.
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Moco Museum

The Modern Contemporary (Moco) Museum Amsterdam is housed inside Villa Alsberg, a 1904 townhouse in the middle of Amsterdam Museumplein. High-profile guest curators and exhibitions highlight some of the modern world's best contributors to the art world. Eduard Cuypers, cousin of Rijksmuseum designer Pierre Cuypers, designed the townhouse, making it a sight to see in itself. But the work inside is absolutely phenomenal; two current attractions showcase the work of street art activist Banksy, and pop artist extraordinaire, Andy Warhol.
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Madame Tussauds Amsterdam

Madame Tussauds is located in the center of Amsterdam at the ever-busy Dam Square. Founded by wax sculptor Marie Tussaud in the 18th century, this iconic wax museum chain has locations in many cities across the globe, including London, Berlin, New York, Las Vegas, Hong Kong, and Shanghai, and of course, the Dutch capital. Madame Tussauds Amsterdam is home to hundreds of historical and royal figures, film and sports stars, and immersive themed galleries. The museum encourages an interactive approach to the wax figures – so go ahead and hug your favorite celebrity crush! Madame Tussauds has been a central fixture in Amsterdam since 1971, with its first location at the Kalverstraat, before being moved to the Dam Square, where it can't be missed – and definitely shouldn't!
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Royal Palace Amsterdam (Koninklijk Paleis)

The impressive Royal Palace Amsterdam, located on Dam Square, is one of Amsterdam's top attractions. It was built in the Dutch Golden Age as the city hall for Amsterdam. It later became a palace for the royal family, a function it still has to this day. Consequently, it's not always open to the public. It plays a key role during State visits and it's also home to some pretty amazing 17th-century art - representing the Dutch Golden Age.
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The Upside Down

The Upside Down is the biggest Instagram museum in Europe – but it's more than just a museum. It's part amusement park, part club, part magic mushroom trip! Get your friends together and remember to charge your phones; you'll need battery power for all the photos you'll take in this mind-melting world of fun. Explore the boundaries of your own creativity, trick your brain and tickle your senses. The Upside Down is located at Europaboulevard in Amsterdam, just a short tram ride or cycle from central Amsterdam.
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The Rembrandt House Museum

There's history in the walls and on the walls. The house itself dates to the 17th century and was situated in one of Amsterdam's most prestigious areas. Rembrandt lived there for almost 20 years once he had established himself as Europe’s most innovative painter. His art hangs on the walls too. You’ll find an extensive collection of his etchings, and the house has also been restored to reflect how it would have looked when Rembrandt lived there.
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NEMO Science Museum

NEMO Science Museum is a science centre in Amsterdam, located at the Oosterdok. It was built on top of the IJ-tunnel that connects the centre of Amsterdam with the north of the city. The striking building, designed by Italian architect and engineer, Renzo Piano, opened its doors in 1997. Some say the shape of the building mimics the appearance of a large boat, but others suggest that it's actually a reflection of the tunnel it was built upon.
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Amsterdam Canal Cruises

The best way to enjoy mesmerizing Amsterdam is through its most unique feature – the canals. Choose from an array of Amsterdam canal cruises and soak up the city's history, architecture, and fascinating views! Amsterdam boat tours offer a range of experiences for guests of all ages and interests. Choose from a morning canal cruise served with breakfast, or a leisurely day tour with your choice of pizza, BBQ, or Gouda cheese tasting. Let the captain do the steering while you enjoy a drink (or two) on a booze cruise, or book a romantic evening excursion instead. There are plenty of options! Get to know Amsterdam with an expert guide to point out historic points of interest, showcase classic photography opportunities, and share fun facts about the city. Canal tours are available in several languages and most offer audio guides. Rain or shine, these semi-covered tour boats are your ticket to experience this iconic city in true Dutch fashion.
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Jewish Cultural Quarter

The Jewish Cultural Quarter includes the Jewish Museum (formerly known as the Jewish Historical Museum), the Portuguese Synagogue (built in 1675), the Hollandsche Schouwburg (National Holocaust Memorial), and the Jewish Museum Junior (an educational children's museum designed like a traditional Jewish home). The Jewish Museum itself is housed in four monumental synagogues near Waterlooplein, making it a great place to start on a family day out in central Amsterdam.
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