The building itself is interesting too and features a magnificent roof terrace, with awesome views right across the city and the Eastern Docklands. Check ahead to see which workshops and demonstrations are planned for the day of your visit to make the most of the experience and plan to stay here for 2 to 3 hours.
During an interactive self-guided tour, you can learn all about the production of this world-famous beverage, from brewing to bottling and distribution, with an up-close view of the massive brewing kettles.
There is plenty of staff on hand to explain everything to you, plus an app to help you get the most from your visit. You will need around 1. Set aside 1 to 2 hours for your visit. A museum quite unlike any other — and the oldest in Amsterdam — this one is located in a perfectly preserved 17th-century house. What makes it special is the entire Catholic church located in the attic — originally built when celebrating mass was officially prohibited.
The Netherlands capital is a fascinating place — a wonderful mixture of historical and modern culture. For more inspiration, check out these tips for backpacking in Amsterdam! I've been using it since and I can assure you it's the perfect solution for nomads like you and me. Contents hide. What To See In Amsterdam. Pace Of Activities. Anne Frank House.
Van Gogh Museum. Heineken Experience. Final Thoughts. Want to get FREE accommodation in exchange for work? Worldpackers is a platform that connects travelers like you with hosts. You'll get two extra months bonus. Learn more about how it works here. My top saving tip is flexibility.
If you have more money to spend, a higher-end property such as Boutique Hotel The Nobelman might suit you better. With three days in Amsterdam, meanwhile, you can expand your horizons. This could be a second day diving deeper into the culture of Amsterdam, be it at the Anne Frank House or the flower-filled Blumenmarkt. Or, you could take a day trip, such as to Keukenhof Garden, is especially gorgeous in spring when the tulips are blooming.
Adding a day and bringing your total to four, and Amsterdam becomes even more available to you. Some travelers will add to their bucket lists, whether that takes the form of a city day trip to Rotterdam or Den Haag, or visiting secondary and tertiary art museums. Although you could sightsee in Amsterdam for a week, this longer stay demands a slower pace of travel.
It also helps to rent an apartment outside popular areas near Dam Square, Vondelpark and the Museumplein, so you can focus on living like a local, as opposed to rushing through the city like a tourist.
With 5 days in Amsterdam, visitors have ample time to see city sights and nearby attractions. To best plan an Amsterdam 5-Day Itinerary, we recommend following our tips for a leisurely Amsterdam 4-Days Itinerary and reserving the last day for seeing any sights you missed along the way or returning to a favorite neighborhood. Another way to plan an Amsterdam 5-Days Itinerary is to spend one complete day visiting museums. To make this option work into your five days in Amsterdam and to take advantage of a multiple day City Card , we suggest following the outlined Day 1 and spending Day 2 at top museums such as Rijksmuseum, Van Gogh, Hermitage, Maritime Museums.
Visitors who have 6 days in Amsterdam will find ample options on how to plan their Amsterdam tour itinerary. We recommend following the above 5-Day Amsterdam Itinerary with Museums day, but add one more day trip to another Netherlands city on the extra day. If you have time to spend 7 days in Amsterdam, there is plenty to see and do!
Spending one week in Amsterdam allows visitors to really get to know the city and area. To plan an Amsterdam One-Week Itinerary, we suggest using the above Amsterdam 6-Day Itinerary and reserving the last day for casual exploration. For example, on the last day of your 1 week in Amsterdam, wander the canals without purpose and see what you find, be like a local and hop on a bicycle or delve deeper into the Amsterdam culture on a guided tour, like the Alternative tour , Jewish Tour or a Cheese Workshop.
The possibilities of an Amsterdam One-Week Itinerary are practically endless! Amsterdam visitors trying to fit the city into a longer trip to Europe have many options. The city is well-connected and in close proximity to several top European destinations. Below are a few ideas of possible trip plans. A classic day trip, we would spend 4 days in Paris , 3 days in Amsterdam and 3 days in London.
Adding Belgium destinations — either Brussels or Bruges — to an Amsterdam-Paris trip makes sense because of location. However, rather than choosing one city over the other, we say include them both! Spend 3 days in Paris, 1 day in Brussels, 2 days in Bruges and 3 days in Amsterdam. That said, if you really only want to add one destination, we recommend the Paris , Bruges, Amsterdam Itinerary.
Depending on how many places you wanted to see — and how fast you want to see them — there are a plethora of routes from Amsterdam to Rome. A few possibilities are:. Now that you know the best places to visit in Amsterdam in 3 days, we have a few more tips for your trip! As we already mentioned, Amsterdam is pricey. However, it is possible to visit Amsterdam in 3 days and stay on budget.
In our travel tips for Amsterdam below, we include expected costs and advice on how to save money on your trip.
Hotels in Amsterdam are not cheap; one of the biggest problems for budget travelers is finding affordable accommodations in Amsterdam. Airbnb apartments most of which are in the districts surrounding Centrum usually cost a less than hotels and have the added benefit of a kitchen, so visitors can at least prepare breakfast and other simple meals at home.
Use this link to create your Airbnb account and save money on your first stay! Hostel dorms are a good choice for budget travelers, but for affordable beds, we recommend looking outside of central. We have stayed in a few hotels in Amsterdam. The most affordable, an Ibis Budget , was far from the city near the airport — but there was a convenient bus that we could take to and from the city center.
However, we preferred staying at the affordable and stylish Volkshotel in Amsterdam South. Search for the best prices on Amsterdam Hotels on Booking. The cost of sightseeing in the city can definitely add up.
We used a 3-Day City Card — which covers the entry to more than 70 attractions, includes all public transportation in the city and offers discounts at restaurants and shops, too. We think planning what to see in Amsterdam in 3 days is just as important as planning what to eat and drink!
Throughout our 3-Day Amsterdam Itinerary, we mention restaurants and bars. However, for more information about what to eat, use our guide to Dutch Cuisine — and for the best places to drink in the city, use our Amsterdam Craft Beer Bars guide. That said, the price of eating and drinking in Amsterdam can really put a dent in a small travel budget.
Budget conscious travelers can opt for fast food restaurants and big brand beers — but we recommend at least seeking out food and drinks that are unique to the city.
Fries and Kibbeling are cheap local snacks, but for a filling meal, go to Leeman Doner for a phenomenal kebab in De Pijp. And, if trying to save money on beer, Heineken draft is likely the least expensive. Of course, Amsterdam has numerous grocery stores — many of which offer simple, already prepared and inexpensive meals and decent bottles of wine for around 5 euros. Amsterdam is a well-connected city; visitors can arrive via plane, train, boat, bus or car.
We prefer flying we are JetSetting Fools, after all! Trains are a good way to get around Europe, but they can be expensive. The cheaper way to travel is by bus — and we like to travel with FlixBus. Economical, clean and comfortable, FlixBus usually offers on-board WiFi and some buses have toilets, too. That said, once in cities — like Amsterdam — a rental car in completely unnecessary and many hotels charge an additional fee for overnight parking.
Amsterdam is a walkable city — with flat terrain and a grid layout, but when distances are too far to travel on foot, there is a fabulous network of public transportation. Metro, Trams, Buses and free ferries can be used to get around the city. However, single use tickets are priced at more than 3 euros. Day tickets — priced at 8 euros — are valid for 24 hours and can be used on all city public transport and can be a cost-efficient way to get around. However, if you buy a City Card , all public transport is free!
Using a taxi to get to and from the airport will cost more than 50 euros. Shared transfers cost slightly less, but are still expensive. The cheapest way to get between the city and the airport is using the Amsterdam Airport Express Bus Bus , which arrives and departs from South Amsterdam. One-way tickets cost 6 euros, but travelers can save money buy purchasing a round trip ticket for 10 euros.
There are several celebrated Dutch public holidays throughout the year — and visitors planning trips to Amsterdam should be aware of them. On public holidays in Amsterdam, government offices are closed, as well as most restaurants, shops and attractions. Check the public holiday calendar for your trip and read our post about Christmas in Amsterdam!
The day is marked by festivals, parties and the color orange so pack accordingly if your Amsterdam trip falls on the date! Before you go on your Amsterdam trip, we have a few additional travel tips and packing hacks. Our 3-Day Amsterdam Itinerary covers some ground!
You will want to be sure to pack comfortable travel walking shoes for your trip. Amsterdam is one of the most beautiful cities in the world — make sure you have an actual camera to capture the city sights!
It can rain in Amsterdam year-round. Make sure you are prepared for foul weather with a great day bag , a travel umbrella and a packable raincoat. Whether you travel with a backpack or a suitcase , you will also want a great day pack to organize and secure all of your essential everyday travel items.
Before you go on your trip, make sure you are protected with travel insurance. Trip insurance can protect travelers in the event of cancellations or if luggage is lost. It can also be crucial if travelers become ill or get injured abroad. Check rates and coverage at World Nomads. Do you have any tips for spending 3 Days in Amsterdam?
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