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The capital of the Netherlands is famed for its 17th-century canal network, gabled houses, museums and coffee shop culture.

Check out some contemporary art, enjoy a concert and admire the architecture and decoration in Amsterdam’s oldest building.

This palatial building full of Dutch paintings and international artifacts is the country’s largest public-funded museum.

This modern museum houses the world’s largest collection of the legendary Dutch master painter who led a troubled life and never saw his work become famous.

Step on board a replica sailing ship, explore the Dutch maritime history, or just marvel at the displays of this fascinating museum set in an old naval building.

This palatial building full of Dutch paintings and international artifacts is the country’s largest public-funded museum.

Visit these semi-circular canals built in the 17th century to see why Amsterdam got the nickname “The Venice of the North.”

The past comes alive at Lieden’s National Museum of Antiquities, where you’ll explore cultures of the ancient Egyptians, the Romans, Greeks, Syrians and Persians.

The beauty of this flat country, with its quilt-like cover of farmland, canals and flower fields, inspired painters centuries ago and still draws in the crowds.

Enjoy the colors and fragrance of typical Dutch flowers, or buy bulbs and souvenirs while browsing the floating flower stalls on one of Amsterdam’s oldest canals.

For at least 600 years, locals, sailors and travelers have come to this part of Amsterdam for adult entertainment in the many bars, brothels and eateries.

This square is a major intersection for public transport and home to the Mint Tower, a significant historical landmark in Amsterdam.

Enjoy the colors and fragrance of typical Dutch flowers, or buy bulbs and souvenirs while browsing the floating flower stalls on one of Amsterdam’s oldest canals.

This square is a major intersection for public transport and home to the Mint Tower, a significant historical landmark in Amsterdam.

Step on board a replica sailing ship, explore the Dutch maritime history, or just marvel at the displays of this fascinating museum set in an old naval building.

Enjoy a night of gambling at Amsterdam’s biggest casino: try your luck at roulette, learn a Dutch game of dice, watch a show, and enjoy a meal.

See the famous Girl with the Pearl Earring as well as numerous other masterpieces by Vermeer, Rembrandt and other Dutch painters in this exceptional art museum.

The capital of the Netherlands is famed for its 17th-century canal network, gabled houses, museums and coffee shop culture.

Check out some contemporary art, enjoy a concert and admire the architecture and decoration in Amsterdam’s oldest building.

Browse a superb collection of contemporary art, and some old masterpieces too, in this iconic museum of groundbreaking design. 

Enjoy the colors and fragrance of typical Dutch flowers, or buy bulbs and souvenirs while browsing the floating flower stalls on one of Amsterdam’s oldest canals.