Amsterdam Travel Guide
Our aim is to offer tourists and travelers an opportunity to explore & research Amsterdam before you visit the Dutch capital. Amsterdam is fun for those interested in it's legendary coffee shops and red light district as well as for those who have a passion in the history and culture of Amsterdam and would like to visit some of the well known Amsterdam museums.
We have lots of concise & extremely well-written articles covering all aspects of Amsterdam. Every single article here on Amsterdam Travel Guide has been uniquely written for us from first-hand, visitor experiences.
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Amsterdam Car Rental
6 articles
While Amsterdam is a city designed mostly for public transport and bicycle traffic, relying on public transport alone can be limiting when you want to leave the city. Renting a car can be a great way to get out and see the rest of Holland, from traditional cheese farms to old Dutch windmills.
We here at Amsterdam Travel Guide have put together a great selection of car rental companies for you to choose from.
Amsterdam Coffee Shops
13 articles
Holland is famous around the world for its liberal drug policies and many tourists love visiting the Dutch coffee shops whilst in Amsterdam.
The Amsterdam coffeeshops generally do not sell any alcohol however they do have menus that include a wide range of weed, hash and magic mushrooms. A very famous Amsterdam coffee shop is the Bulldog which has several locations in Amsterdam including 2 in the red light district.
Amsterdam General Information
14 articles
From language to customs to everything in between, there's a lot you need to know when visiting a new country for the first time. We here at Amsterdam Travel Guide have collected together the best pieces of advice for the first-time visitor to Amsterdam. From the best souvenirs to buy, to safety advice in the Red Light District, to how to talk to the locals (and in what language!), you'll find it here.
Amsterdam Hotels
12 articles
Amsterdam hotels normally enjoy a very high occupancy so please make sure to book your hotel in Amsterdam ahead of time. Amsterdam does offer a wide range of hotels to its visitors.
The Amsterdam travel guide is certain that there will be a Amsterdam hotel or guesthouse that will match your wishes;or budget. We have made a nice selection of some of our favourite Amsterdam hotels. Read more about our selection of Amsterdam hotels in our Amsterdam travel guide.
Amsterdam Museums
7 articles
Amsterdam is a small city, but it has a big history. One of the best ways to explore the city and get an idea how it became the Amsterdam we know today is a visit to one of Amsterdam's many museums.
Whether you want to see the great Dutch painters at the Rijksmuseum, or visit with the past at the Anne Frank House Museum, we have all the information you need on Amsterdam Museums and what you'll find there.
Amsterdam Restaurants
13 articles
Visiting a new country is about learning new customs and cultures; it's about experiencing a different way of life; and for many, it's about food. Amsterdam is a city with has embraced an international culture— and its restaurants are no exception.
From the best restaurants for classic Dutch Rijsttafel, to Chinese restaurants to avoid, to where to go for a steak dinner, our reviews will help you plan where to eat— and where not to.
Getting Around Amsterdam
9 articles
Amsterdam is famous the world over as "the bicycle capital of the world." But there's more to getting around the city than simply hopping on a bicycle.
One of the most complicated things about visiting any new city for the first time is learning how to get from place to place especially if you will be relying on public transport. Here you'll find tips and advice for finding your way around Amsterdam, whether by bus, bike, tram or simply on foot.
Shopping Amsterdam
11 articles
Amsterdam is a haven for those visitors that enjoy shopping during their vacation. There are many excellent Amsterdam shopping venues and locations from which visitors can choose from.
Amsterdam is especially known for its very attractive prices for diamonds as well as antiques and selection of books. Read all about Amsterdam shopping in our handy Amsterdam travel guide