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YOUR CITY. YOUR KIND OF ADVENTURE.
Amsterdam.
Canal houses hold big stories behind narrow doors. Follow art, market aromas and small courtyards, with a park pause whenever you need one.
North Holland, Netherlands City guide 007
Hallo! Amsterdam.
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How do you like to explore?
Choose a starting point. Make it yours.
Mix the landmarks with the little detours. Your day, your pace.
A GOOD PLACE TO START
Find your Amsterdam
6 discoveries
Amsterdam, at a glance6 places to explore
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Approximate places; numbered labels may be offset. Check entrance and access details.© OpenStreetMap contributorsMap dataMap sources · ODbL
PICK A LITTLE ADVENTURE
Follow your curiosity.
A taste of Amsterdam 4 dishes to know +
ORDER A LITTLE CURIOSITY
Little tastes of Amsterdam
Markets and cafés make it easy to try a small Dutch classic. Recipes vary: ask about ingredients and dietary needs.
Read the local food guideStroopwafel
Two thin waffles sandwiching a layer of sweet syrup.
Bitterballen
Crisp fried savoury balls, traditionally filled with meat ragout and served with mustard.
Haring
Herring often served with chopped onion and pickles, or tucked into a bread roll.
Poffertjes
Small fluffy pancakes, commonly finished with butter and powdered sugar.
Recipes vary. Ask your vendor about ingredients and allergens.
A LITTLE CITY SPIRIT · EXTERNAL SHOP
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A LITTLE KNOWLEDGE. A RICHER TRIP.
Meet Amsterdam, one card at a time.
A friendly hello, a dish decoded, a story to notice. Take a minute before you head out.
Amsterdam / Local words01 — 06
A little local language
Start with a friendly hello.
Make a guess. A little curiosity goes a long way.
GO A LITTLE FURTHER
A day beyond Amsterdam
Choose one destination for the day. Compare the journey, leave room to explore and plan your return before setting out.
01By trainArt & old streets
Haarlem
Museum collections, the Grote Markt and streets beside the Spaarne make a compact cultural day.
Approx. 15–25 min one wayIndicative time each way
Amsterdam Centraal → Haarlem by direct NS train; walk from Haarlem station into the historic centre.
- Explore the Grote Markt
- Choose a museum
- Pause beside the Spaarne
Before you go
Check museum opening days and NS engineering work; choose Haarlem station rather than Haarlem Spaarnwoude for the centre.
Access & pace
Cobbles and historic building thresholds vary; check the access route at your chosen museum.
02By trainCanals & culture
Utrecht
Canals, wharves and the Dom quarter make an inviting day in another Dutch city.
Approx. 25–40 min one wayIndicative time each way
Amsterdam Centraal → Utrecht Centraal by NS Intercity; walk toward the Oudegracht and Domplein.
- Explore the Oudegracht
- Visit the Dom quarter
- Choose a museum or café
Before you go
Book any Dom Tower tour separately and check current entry options; consult NS shortly before departure.
Access & pace
Canal wharves can involve steps; use street-level paths and check the selected attraction's entrance.
Checked 7 September 2026. Journey times are broad planning estimates, not live timetables. Opening days, tickets, connections and access can change. Check the linked operators for your travel date.