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Amsterdam

Famous for both its cultural highlights and its reputation as one of the world’s most fun-filled locations, the Netherlands’ main city of Amsterdam offers something for everyone. A lively city break for those seeking sizzling social hot spots, superb shopping opportunities and bustling cafes, Amsterdam is also distinguished by a pretty cityscape that unfurls around its famed canals and waterways.

Look beyond and Amsterdam is a city of great historical importance, from the 17th century canal houses, to the universally acclaimed Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum, to the home of the tragic Anne Frank, one of Europe’s most visited historical attractions. Amsterdam is also the ideal centrepoint to explore further into the Netherlands, where picturesque countryside and lush parklands are waiting to be discovered.

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What you’ll love most about Amsterdam

  • Cruise through the picturesque canals of Amsterdam, where charming 17th-century buildings, historic bridges, and vibrant houseboats create a captivating landscape, offering a unique perspective of the city’s architectural beauty and maritime heritage
  • Explore the world-renowned art collections at the Rijksmuseum, home to masterpieces by Rembrandt, Vermeer, and other Dutch masters, providing a profound insight into the Golden Age of Dutch art and history
  • Discover the poignant history of the Anne Frank House, where the preserved secret annex and personal artifacts offer a moving tribute to Anne Frank’s life and the broader narrative of the Holocaust
  • Wander through the lively Jordaan district, known for its narrow streets, trendy boutiques, delightful cafes, and art galleries, reflecting Amsterdam’s bohemian spirit and vibrant local culture
  • Experience the vibrant atmosphere of the Bloemenmarkt, the world’s only floating flower market, where colourful tulips, daffodils, and other blooms showcase the Netherlands’ rich horticultural heritage amidst the bustling backdrop of the Singel canal
  • Indulge in the flavours of Dutch cuisine, from traditional stroopwafels and herring to modern fusion dishes, as you explore Amsterdam’s diverse food scene in bustling markets, chic restaurants, and charming street food stalls
  • Amsterdam, floral canal view

  • Houses overlooking the River Amstel in Amsterdam

  • Tourist canal boat in Amsterdam

  • Zaanse Schans windmills in Zaandam near Amsterdam

  • Keukenhof Park near Amsterdam

  • Canals of Amsterdam in autumn

  • Amsterdam at Christmas time

Average temperature

Information below is based on average highest temperature for each month.

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  • 20℃
  • 22℃
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  • 19℃
  • 14℃
  • 10℃
  • 6℃
  • 8
  • 11
  • 9
  • 12
  • 12
  • 9
  • 12
  • 11
  • 10
  • 9
  • 7
  • 7

Information above is based on the average number of days which experience some form of rainfall for each month.

Rainfall

When to Visit

Below gives you information and a rating of the best time of year to visit.

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Our Ratings

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Riviera Travel is the UK’s leading luxury river cruise & tour company with over 38 years’ experience in crafting worldwide tours, luxury river cruises, rail holidays and UK tours. Their commitment to quality & thoughtfulness has earned them a coveted Which? recommendation.

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