Amsterdam

Overview

Amsterdam travel connects visitors to a network of 165 canals stretching across the Netherlands’ capital. The city’s transport system includes 767 bridges and over 881 kilometers of dedicated cycling paths. Travel through Amsterdam centers on key destinations like the Van Gogh Museum, which draws 2.1 million visitors annually, and the historic Jordaan district.

Amsterdam statistics reveal that 46% of daily movements occur by bicycle, supported by 881 kilometers of bike lanes. The city’s museum quarter welcomes over 7 million visitors yearly, while the seasonal Keukenhof gardens showcase 7 million flower bulbs across 32 hectares of landscaped gardens.

Netherlands

Destination Type City

Currency Euro

Languages Dutch

Best Time to Visit April to September

Recommended Duration 3-5 days

Elevation 2 meters

Popularity Score 9/10

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Safety and Security

🥽 Overall Safety

8.0/10

👩‍🦰 Solo Female Safety

7.0/10

🌈 LGBTQ Safety

8.0/10

Travel Advisory

Exercise normal precautions.

Drinkable Tap Water? 💧

Yes

Safety Info

Generally safe, exercise caution in crowded areas.

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Budget and Cost of Living

Cost of Living Level

$$$$$

Accommodation (Per Night)

Budget €30-€60

Mid-Range €100-€150

Luxury €250-€500

Eating Out

Budget Meal €10-€20

Mid-Range Meal €20-€40

Luxury Dining €100-€200

Activities

Budget Activities €10-€20

Mid-Range Activities €30-€50

Luxury Activities €50-€150

Money Saving Tips

Use public transport, buy I amsterdam City Card.

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Top Things to Do in Amsterdam 2025

Check out the best things to do in Amsterdam, Netherlands 2025. Here are the very best experiences, upcoming events, and attractions in Amsterdam. We’ve rounded up everything you need to take full advantage of what this destination has to offer.

Tours & Activities

Upcoming Events

Amsterdam Light Festival

📅 Mon Dec 01 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0900 (Korean Standard Time) – Tue Jan 20 2026 00:00:00 GMT+0900 (Korean Standard Time)

📍 Canals of Amsterdam

💲 Free to €25

Annual festival showcasing light art installations along Amsterdam's canals.

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Attractions

Rijksmuseum

Art Museum

National museum of the Netherlands, showcasing art and history.

9.2/10

Rijksmuseum

Art Museum

National museum of the Netherlands, showcasing art and history.

9.2

Open: Monday to Sunday (Open year-round)

Price:
Adult: 22.5
Child: Free
Student: 15
Senior: 22.5

Museumstraat 1, 1071 XX Amsterdam, Netherlands

Van Gogh Museum

Art Museum

Museum dedicated to the works of Vincent van Gogh.

9.2/10

Van Gogh Museum

Art Museum

Museum dedicated to the works of Vincent van Gogh.

9.2

Open: Monday to Sunday (Year-round)

Price:
Adult: 20
Child: Free (under 18)
Student: 10
Senior: 20

Museumplein 6, 1071 DJ Amsterdam, Netherlands

Booking Required: Yes
Recommended Booking: 3-4 days days in advance

Anne Frank House

Museum

Historic house museum dedicated to Anne Frank.

9.2/10

Anne Frank House

Museum

Historic house museum dedicated to Anne Frank.

9.2

Open: Monday to Sunday (Year-round)

Price:
Adult: 16
Child: 7
Student: 10
Senior: 16

Prinsengracht 263-267, 1016 GV Amsterdam, Netherlands

Booking Required: Yes

Vondelpark

Urban Park

A large public urban park in Amsterdam, known for its scenic beauty and cultural events.

9.0/10

Vondelpark

Urban Park

A large public urban park in Amsterdam, known for its scenic beauty and cultural events.

9.0

Open: Daily (Year-round)

Price:
Adult: Free
Child: Free
Student: Free
Senior: Free

Vondelpark, 1071 AA Amsterdam, Netherlands

Amsterdam