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Amsterdam is the vibrant capital of the Netherlands, celebrated for its elaborate canal system, artistic heritage, and narrow houses with gabled facades. It serves as a bustling cultural hub where Golden Age history blends seamlessly with a modern, progressive atmosphere.
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The Singel Canal in Amsterdam
Stroll the banks of this former medieval moat to shop for tulips at the floating flower market and spot the famous residence renowned for having the city’s narrowest facade.
The Keizersgracht Canal in Amsterdam
Wander along the widest canal of the historic ring to admire majestic seventeenth-century mansions, visit world-class photography exhibitions, and explore hidden gardens behind stately facades.
The Bloemgracht Canal in Amsterdam
Stroll along the Jordaan’s most picturesque waterway to admire magnificent step-gabled houses and leafy banks that create a peaceful, timeless atmosphere just steps from the crowds.
The Amstel River in Amsterdam
Follow the winding river that gave the city its name to admire the iconic Skinny Bridge, historic locks, and grand cultural landmarks lining its breezy, scenic banks.
The Oudezijds Voorburgwal Canal in Amsterdam
Wander along Amsterdam’s oldest waterway to discover medieval churches and hidden chapels that stand in fascinating contrast to the neon lights and lively energy of the Red Light District.
The Prinsengracht Canal in Amsterdam
Explore the lively outermost canal of the historic ring, where tree-lined quays meet the charming Jordaan district, iconic houseboats, and the soaring tower of the Westerkerk.
The Leidsegracht Canal in Amsterdam
Escape the nearby bustle to explore this serene transverse canal, where graceful stone bridges offer the perfect vantage point for admiring the majestic Golden Age waterways.
The Groenburgwal Canal in Amsterdam
Escape the crowds to admire this peaceful waterway, where the Zuiderkerk tower reflects perfectly to create the scene famously painted by Claude Monet in 1874.
The Nemo Science Museum in Amsterdam
Unleash your inner scientist at this iconic green landmark, featuring five floors of hands-on experiments and a sloping roof terrace offering sweeping views of the city skyline.
The National Maritime Museum in Amsterdam
Discover how the Dutch conquered the world’s oceans at this colossal storehouse, featuring rare Golden Age maps and a fully explorable East India Company sailing ship.