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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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  • 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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  • 6℃
  • 9℃
  • 13℃
  • 17℃
  • 20℃
  • 22℃
  • 22℃
  • 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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Where to book


CroisiEurope Cruises has been pioneering European river cruising for over four decades and they now offer fly-cruise packages from the UK. Experience an unforgettable journey through Europe and see for yourself why CroisiEurope is the ultimate choice for travellers.

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So you think you know lastminute.com? Think again. They made their name delivering spontaneous trips at incredible prices, but two decades of lastminute.com has seen some changes. They work with major flight operators and thousands of hotels, so no matter when or where you’re travelling, t...

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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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Dream holidays without the stress of the ‘what ifs’. Carefully designed tours so you can experience the world differently. You’ll get the personal service, attention to detail and ease you’re looking for, while enjoying the unmissable experiences you’ve always d...

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