{"id":10921,"date":"2020-01-07T00:03:12","date_gmt":"2020-01-07T00:03:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/stories\/things-to-do-in-amsterdam\/"},"modified":"2022-07-11T21:31:22","modified_gmt":"2022-07-11T21:31:22","slug":"things-to-do-in-amsterdam","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/stories\/europe\/things-to-do-in-amsterdam\/","title":{"rendered":"Amsterdam\u2019s Top Activities: 15 Things You Should Do"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The city of Amsterdam is filled\u00a0with exciting nightlife, design and inspiring ideology. There is <a href=\"https:\/\/travelblog.expedia.com.sg\/travel-tips-inspiration\/amsterdam-minute-video\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><u>more for you to see in Amsterdam than what meets the eye. <\/u><\/a>Explore the most exciting things to do in the Dutch capital with this Amsterdammer\u2019s list of unforgettable experiences.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Learn about Dutch art at Museumplein <\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/13351736065_9879ab0907_c.jpg\" alt=\"antique library in the Rijksmuseum\" width=\"680\" height=\"454\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12px;\">Photo: Roman Boed | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/romanboed\/13351736065\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><u>CC BY 2.0<\/u><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Amsterdam is known\u00a0to be one artsy city. Amsterdam art museums are truly\u00a0world-class and an essential visit for art lovers. Most of the museums are concentrated\u00a0around Museumplein. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rijksmuseum.nl\/en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><u>Rijksmuseum <\/u><\/a>is the Dutch answer to the Louvre. It&#8217;s home to masterpieces from Dutch masters like Rembrandt and Vermeer. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stedelijk.nl\/en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><u>Stedelijk <\/u><\/a>is home to modern art pieces not limited to paintings but also furniture and photography.<\/p>\n<p>But, to dig deep into the life and works of a single artist &#8211; Vincent Van Gogh &#8211; the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vangoghmuseum.nl\/en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><u>Van Gogh Museum<\/u><\/a>\u00a0is a wonderful place to explore. Tickets are \u20ac20 for adults at the Rijksmuseum; \u20ac18.50 for adults at the Stedelijk; \u20ac19 for adults at the Van Gogh Museum.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Take the driver\u2019s seat and take your own canal cruise<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/4964672763_1f6564ebb2_c.jpg\" alt=\"amsterdam by cruise\" width=\"680\" height=\"357\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12px;\">Photo: Daniel Persson | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/danielpersson\/4964672763\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><u>CC BY 2.0<\/u><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p>While there\u2019s a variety of canal cruises to sign up for in Amsterdam, why not take the wheel yourself and have a go at what it feels like to be a true Amsterdammer? Rent your own canal boat through <a href=\"https:\/\/mokumbootverhuur.nl\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><u>Mokumboot<\/u><\/a>\u00a0and go about sightseeing in an environmentally-friendly\u00a0way. All their boats are fully\u00a0electric, which keeps the waters cleaner and the city quieter. With a capacity of up to eight, the prices start from \u20ac95 for two hours of sailing.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Step into the unexpected world of microbes at Micropia<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/47968924986_129cf9dccb_c.jpg\" alt=\"microbes at micropia\" width=\"680\" height=\"511\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12px;\">Photo: Yann Caradec | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/la_bretagne_a_paris\/47968924986\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><u>CC BY-SA 2.0<\/u><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Head to the charming neighbourhood of Plantage to discover a one-of-a-kind museum at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.micropia.nl\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><u>Micropia<\/u><\/a>? This curious museum is dedicated\u00a0to the world of microbes &#8211; the first of its kind in the world. Since its opening in 2014, the museum, which is dedicated\u00a0to life on earth that we often can\u2019t see, has won several awards. Great for adults and children alike, admission is \u20ac16 for people aged 10 years and above.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Try the typical Dutch seafood snack of raw herring<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/5066167632_860004ebe8_c.jpg\" alt=\"pickled herring with raw onions and pickles amsterdam\" width=\"680\" height=\"510\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12px;\">Photo: Jeremy Keith |<a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/adactio\/5066167632\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><u>\u2002CC BY 2.0<\/u><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p>The city of Amsterdam has taken on different incarnations throughout the centuries. Currently, as a cultural and party hotspot, it\u2019s hard to imagine Amsterdam as a bustling seaside town full of hardworking merchants. But, its history lives on in its cuisine. One of the favourite eats in this city is herring &#8211; served cold and lightly\u00a0preserved with salt with diced white onions and pickles. This snack is typically\u00a0served in seafood shops around town and word on the street is that the best herring in town is found\u00a0at <a href=\"https:\/\/haringhandeljonk.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><u>Herring Stall Jonk<\/u><\/a>\u00a0in Spui.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Stroll down Albert Cuyp market to try local delicacies\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/8135653297_5191c511c6_c.jpg\" alt=\"Fresh and fluffy pofferjes at Albert Cuyp Market\" width=\"680\" height=\"510\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12px;\">Photo: Taiwai Yun | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/javasquid\/8135653297\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><u>CC BY 2.0<\/u><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Mercantile culture has been alive in Amsterdam for decades. Get a taste of a traditional market at De Pijp\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/albertcuyp-markt.amsterdam\/?lang=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><u>Albert Cuyp Market<\/u><\/a>\u00a0which is open on all days except Sunday from during usual work hours. Stroll down this famous street market and take in colourful fruit, vegetable and flower vendors. Try traditional Dutch sweet treats like stroopwafels and poffertjes.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Learn about how the city was built\u00a0at the Het Grachtenhuis<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>The city of Amsterdam wasn\u2019t built overnight. It was a gradual process that proved to be fascinating from the perspective of city planning, engineering and human progress. <a href=\"http:\/\/www.hetgrachtenhuis.nl\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><u>Het Grachtenhuis<\/u><\/a>\u00a0is a museum that pays tribute to the engineering of the city. It includes intriguing displays such as interactive dollhouse-like exhibits. The museum is open every day except Monday during office hours and entry for adults runs at \u20ac13.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Go for a \u201chead butt\u201d in one of the oldest (and smallest) bars in Amsterdam<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/3148321452_6cba3a1479_c.jpg\" alt=\"Cafe De Dokter amsterdam\" width=\"680\" height=\"454\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12px;\">Photo: Rex Roofs | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/rexroof\/3148321452\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><u>CC BY 2.0<\/u><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p>For a memorable beer, head to\u2002<u><\/u><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cafe-de-dokter.nl\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><u>Cafe\u2002De Dokter<\/u><\/a>, a tiny 18m<sup>2<\/sup> bar in the centre of the city. It\u2019s been open since 1798 and was founded by\u00a0the Beems family as a hang-out spot for medical professionals. The interiors of this bar haven\u2019t changed since its opening, so you\u2019ll feel like you\u2019re stepping back in time when you walk through the doors of De Dokter. You&#8217;ll find wooden panelled walls, old jenever bottles collecting dust, romantic candelabras and traditional drinks. If you\u2019re feeling peckish order up some Old Amsterdam cheese served with mustard or ox sausage.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Peek into ritzy florists in Amsterdam Zuid for flowers like you\u2019ve never seen them\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/27889699030_48a69bebe6_c.jpg\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12px;\">Photo: Erwin Tomassen |\u00a0<u><\/u><a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/almere-stad\/27889699030\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><u>CC BY 2.0<\/u><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p>The flower trade has been part of Amsterdam\u2019s DNA for centuries and the locals here enjoy their speciality flowers. The neighbourhood of South or Zuid is one of the most elegant and well-heeled parts of the city. It\u2019s here where you\u2019ll find some of the most luxurious and exotic florists. Peek into the floral ateliers of <a href=\"https:\/\/mcbloom.nl\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><u>MC Bloom<\/u><\/a>\u00a0on Beethovenstraat or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mennokroon.nl\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><u>Menno Kroon<\/u><\/a>\u00a0on the ritzy Cornelis Schuystraat.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Take the free ferry to Amsterdam Noord to visit the gritty northside\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/14843350760_7e10975b28_c.jpg\" alt=\"free trip to the other side from Amsterdam Centraal\" width=\"680\" height=\"383\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12px;\">Photo: Ed Webster | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/ed_webster\/14843350760\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><u>CC BY 2.0<\/u><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Amsterdam North is what Brooklyn is to Manhattan &#8211; it\u2019s a hipper, more spacious and laid-back sibling. What separates the two is the Ij River. Currently, there are only two ways to get across: through a tunnel or by ferry from Amsterdam Central Station. Ferries are free and take you to different parts of North but to explore the gritty and artistic parts, take the ferry to NDSM where you\u2019ll find great eateries and nightspots like <a href=\"https:\/\/pllek.nl\/?lang=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><u>Pllek<\/u><\/a>. Head to Ijplein to try great restaurants like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.coba-taqueria.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><u>Coba <\/u><\/a>for tacos or <a href=\"https:\/\/restaurantstork.nl\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><u>Restaurant Stork<\/u><\/a>\u00a0for seafood.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Go for a gig in the iconic Paradiso\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/3315666987_e6bb96d25e_w.jpg\" alt=\"paradiso amsterdam\" width=\"400\" height=\"267\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12px;\">Photo: Rob D | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/robindua\/3315666987\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><u>CC BY-SA 2.0<\/u><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p>A former church on Weteringschans, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.paradiso.nl\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><u>Paradiso <\/u><\/a>is now a venue for arts and culture. Since 1968, it has hosted some of the best musical talents such as The Rolling Stones, Nirvana and Prince. There are several gigs every night that provide for intimate gigs in a memorable setting. Check the calendar for what\u2019s on as going for a concert here is one of the top cool things to do in Amsterdam.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Enjoy high tea by the Amstel River<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Capture.jpg\" alt=\"tea and treats at The InterContinental Amstel Amsterdam\u2019s Amstel Lounge\" width=\"680\" height=\"375\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12px;\">Photo: Expedia<\/span><\/p>\n<p>The\u2002<a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/Canal-Ring-Hotels-InterContinental-Amstel-Amsterdam.h24514.Hotel-Reviews\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><u>InterContinental Amstel Amsterdam<\/u><\/a>\u00a0is housed\u00a0in one of the most resplendent buildings in the city. Perched pretty beside the Amstel River, this five-star luxury hotel offers a beautiful afternoon tea at the<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amsterdam.intercontinental.com\/en\/restaurants-bars\/amstel-lounge\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><u>\u2002Amstel Lounge<\/u><\/a>. Dubbed the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amsterdam.intercontinental.com\/en\/restaurants-bars\/amstel-lounge\/high-tea\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><u>Royal Afternoon Tea<\/u><\/a>, the three-course tea has sumptuous pastries, delectable savoury bites and of course, the requisite scones and clotted cream. The price is \u20ac51 per person, \u20ac59 with a glass of prosecco or \u20ac67 with a glass of Champagne.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Dig into Dutch design at Droog\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/14878722605_8c9c024ff7_c.jpg\" alt=\"droog dutch design\" width=\"680\" height=\"454\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12px;\">Photo: Franklin Heijnen | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/franklinheijnen\/14878722605\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><u>CC BY-SA 2.0<\/u><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Lovers of all things design will enjoy a trip to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.droog.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><u>Droog<\/u><\/a>, a Dutch design house that dabbles in a little bit of everything. Centrally\u00a0located in a beautiful old canal house on Staalstraat, Droog offers a quirky cafe, tours of the house\u2019s iconic designs and even a single hotel room that you can book for a once-in-a-lifetime trendy experience. Make sure to check their calendar for the latest happenings &#8211; the pop-up dinners here should not be missed!<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Shop quirky indie boutiques on Nine Streets<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/17142829316_cae1dabc25_c.jpg\" alt=\"Shopping around Amsterdam\" width=\"680\" height=\"454\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12px;\">Photo: Jorge Franganillo | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/franganillo\/17142829316\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><u>CC BY 2.0<\/u><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/de9straatjes.nl\/en\/home\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><u>Nine Streets<\/u><\/a>\u00a0are literally\u00a0nine streets in the centre of Amsterdam filled with interesting independent shops. Take come locally-designed fashions from the likes of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fabiennechapot.nl\/?gclid=CjwKCAiA27LvBRB0EiwAPc8XWVifkhWiMI8FKjanyw1XP2-sacjarvTPK6lub6GTljx3Z8Sxsal9oBoCg4IQAvD_BwE\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><u>Fabienne Chapot<\/u><\/a>, take home old world gems from <a href=\"https:\/\/amsterdamvintagewatches.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><u>Amsterdam Vintage Watches<\/u><\/a>\u00a0as well a beautifully\u00a0crafted bath and body products from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.marie-stella-maris.com\/nl\/alle\/?gclid=CjwKCAiA27LvBRB0EiwAPc8XWUiYIkb75hWISWM0ClJrG5OpE_EP82_uJ3--avGi_4Nmc6FvvInLRhoCJc8QAvD_BwE\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><u>MARIE-STELLA-MARIS<\/u><\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Rent a bike and explore the centre on two wheels\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/3555452425_a36f5c5bdb_c.jpg\" alt=\"cycling through Amsterdam city\" width=\"680\" height=\"454\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12px;\">Photo: Hans Splinter | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/archeon\/3555452425\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><u>CC BY-ND 2.0<\/u><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p>If you dare to hop on a bike and have it with the locals, then\u2002<a href=\"https:\/\/travelblog.expedia.com.sg\/destinations\/amsterdam-bike-tour\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><u>rent your own bicycle<\/u><\/a>\u00a0from <a href=\"https:\/\/a-bike.eu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><u>A-Bike Vondelpark<\/u><\/a>\u00a0or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.macbike.nl\/?gclid=CjwKCAiA27LvBRB0EiwAPc8XWVCzpurTwcY3rl8O00J_O6OBDXTUy53_qEXXQUjDSKawtkM1uDay2hoCcWkQAvD_BwE\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><u>MacBike <\/u><\/a>to explore the city on two wheels. Although cycling with the pros can be slightly\u00a0intimidating, make sure to learn the road rules before you saddle up. Cycling is the cheapest way to get around the city &#8211; you won\u2019t miss taking in all the sounds and scents of the city on this interactive mode of transport.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Volunteer your time fishing for plastic <\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>The canals of Amsterdam don\u2019t stay picturesque on their own. Like many bodies of water around the world, the canals have their fair share of plastic pollution. If you\u2019d like to contribute while you\u2019re on holiday, volunteer your time fishing for plastic with <a href=\"https:\/\/plasticwhale.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><u>Plastic Whale.<\/u><\/a>\u00a0This environmental foundation that offers boat trips to those looking to make an impact. The plastic that\u2019s collected is recycled\u00a0into boats and furniture &#8211; so nothing goes to waste.<\/p>\n<p>Amsterdam is a great city to visit if you\u2019re looking to expand your mind. It has quirky experiences that make for memorable, fun, eye-opening and educational experiences. Beautiful throughout the year, make Amsterdam is truly\u00a0a must-visit.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The city of Amsterdam is filled\u00a0with exciting nightlife, design and inspiring ideology. There is more for you to see in Amsterdam than what meets the eye. Explore the most exciting things to do in the Dutch capital with this Amsterdammer\u2019s list of unforgettable experiences. 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