Cozy streets, lively canals, the world’s known museums, colorful houses, bicycles, and tulips… What city are you imagining right now? Of course, it is the capital of the Netherlands with its unique atmosphere and indescribable charm! Are you ready for a virtual tour of Top-10

landmarks in Amsterdam

?

1. Rijksmuseum

Library in the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

It is an interesting museum housing great collections of historical and art exhibits. Beautiful building, about one million objects including paintings by Rembrandt, the large public library… You can really spend hours wandering galleries of the Rijksmuseum.

2. Anne Frank House

Anne Frank House, Amsterdam by Dietmar Rabich/Wiki/CC BY-SA 4.0

Annelies Marie Frank was born in Germany but lived most of her short life in the Netherlands. The little Jewish girl who wrote the well-known diary became one of the Amsterdam’s symbols, and a historic house dedicated to her life and her work is definitely worth a visit. Though her story is so sad and unfair. By the way, it’s better to book your visit to the Anne Frank House in advance because the queues sometimes are pretty long.

3. Van Gogh Museum


There’s no need to describe this museum and its collection – the name speaks for itself. The Van Gogh Museum is a must-see for not only art lovers but all visitors of the country. The one-of-a-kind artist and the Netherlands are really inseparable.

4. Vondelpark


It is a lovely park popular among citizens and visitors of Amsterdam. You can take a walk through the Vondelpark, ride a bicycle or sit under the trees and watch everything happening around.

5. Ons' Lieve Heer op Solder

Church of Ons' Lieve Heer op Solder, Amsterdam by C messier/Wiki/CC BY-SA 4.0

When you visit this place, you get a chance to explore three attractions in one: the historic canal building, church right in the house, and museum. Ons' Lieve Heer op Solder is located in the very heart of Amsterdam and offers you to plunge into the exciting world of history.

6. Heineken Experience

Heineken Experience, Amsterdam by Elizabeth Schulz/Wiki/CC BY-SA 3.0 

Real beer connoisseurs consider this brewery a holy place! Well, only jokingly, of course! Nevertheless, the Heineken Experience has so many displays and stories to surprise you. Your kids will also be excited!

7. Museumplein

Museumplein, Amsterdam by Kevin Gessner/Flickr/CC BY 2.0

This square can be confidently named the city’s cultural hub. It is the concentration of the most significant museums, historic buildings, and, yes, the famous metal letters “I amsterdam” are also here!  

8. Verzetsmuseum

Verzetsmuseum, Amsterdam by Rijksdienst voor het Cultureel Erfgoed/Wiki/CC BY-SA 4.0

The Dutch Resistance Museum, or Verzetsmuseum, is deservedly considered the country’s best historical museum. Its exhibits describe the life of the Dutch under the German occupation during the Second World War. Everything in the museum is organized so realistically that you literally take a time travel. Get ready, because you’ll be really impressed.

9. Artis Royal Zoo


Welcome to one of Europe’s oldest zoos! It is home to numerous cute animals – happy animals living in favorable conditions. Artis Royal Zoo is truly a great place for kids, adults, families – just for everyone!

10. NEMO


It is a real scince paradise for children. Even for those living in souls of the grown-ups. Nemo Science Center is the interactive museum, ad it will prove you that since can be interesting.
 
This city has its own rules and way of living that attracts tourists from all around the world. By the way, don’t forget to try the famous Amsterdam’s herring!
Have a nice trip!
 
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