Amsterdam has a lot of history and culture set in one of the most beautiful capital cities in the world. Explore the canals by boat and get on a bike or foot to see the city at its best. Art fans will enjoy the Van Gogh Museum displaying the artists greatest works, and the world famous Rijksmuseum where many of the famous Dutch Masters are celebrated. Spend time at the Anne Frank House where Anne and her family and friends hid from the Nazis during World War Two.
See how diamonds are cut in Amsterdam’s Diamond Centre. Browse the markets at Waterlooplein , and the Bloemenmarkt with fresh flowers. Artis Zoo remains as popular as ever with animal fans and the replica of the Dutch East Indies Sailing Ship will delight families. Tour the Heineken Brewery to see how European lager is made and take a walk through the notorious red light district. There are many old churches to see such as the Zuiderkerk, and the Bejinhof are a series of old almshouses. Enjoy Madame Tussauds Waxworks and the Dungeon. Near Amsterdam take a trip out to Gouda to the famous cheese market, see some windmills and enjoy the famous bulbfields in springtime.
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