{"id":4581,"date":"2019-05-29T11:53:41","date_gmt":"2019-05-29T10:53:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.aerlingus.com\/?p=4581"},"modified":"2024-10-16T21:48:10","modified_gmt":"2024-10-16T21:48:10","slug":"amsterdam-travel-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.aerlingus.com\/hub\/amsterdam-travel-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Amsterdam travel guide"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Museums, quirky hotels and plenty of fun activities\u2026 it\u2019s time for the ultimate weekend in Amsterdam!<\/h3>\n

Hop on a bike and explore<\/h4>\n

Forget walking, in Amsterdam, cycling is the way to go. There are numerous bike shops to hire bikes for the weekend and a lot of city hotels will have their own bikes you can hire too.<\/p>\n

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Start your adventure and head to Jordaan, one of Amsterdam\u2019s most central neighbourhoods, and one of the prettiest too. With maze-like streets, quaint art galleries, and flower-lined canals, it\u2019s a great area to explore. There\u2019s also plenty to see and do in the area; from museums and markets to quirky cafes.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t

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Relax at Amsterdam\u2019s favourite park<\/h4>\n

One of the most popular parks in the country, Vondelpark remains a local and tourist favourite. Around 10 million people visit each year, so a trip should definitely be on your list of things to do on your visit to Amsterdam.<\/p>\n

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Whether you want to relax on the grass after a long day, chill by the pond, cycle around it or catch one of the open-air concerts or festivals, it\u2019s a lovely contrast to the busier areas of the city.<\/p>\n

Cruise along the canals<\/h4>\n

When you think of Amsterdam, you think of canals, so it\u2019d be a shame not to go on a canal cruise and explore the city from the water. Try and take the trip at the start of your break as you\u2019ll get a great overview of Amsterdam\u2019s history and top attractions, and the general layout of the city.<\/p>\n

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Spend a few hours in Museumplein<\/h4>\n

The Museumplein district allows you to jump right into Dutch history, culture and more by visiting some of Europe\u2019s top museums. From the artwork of top Flemish masters to ensemble portraits to Van Gogh masterpieces \u2013 you\u2019ll find it all here. If you only have a short time in Amsterdam, then it\u2019s probably best to choose one museum rather than trying to cram them all in.<\/p>\n

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Rijksmuseum<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 Visited by over 2.2 million people each year, the museum is a treasure trove of Dutch arts and history. The star of the show is Rembrandt\u2019s Night Watch.<\/p>\n

Stedelijk Museum<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 If you\u2019d rather see some contemporary art and design, then this is the museum for you. It\u2019s home to both temporary and permanent exhibitions, so check out the latest listings for what will be on during your visit.<\/p>\n

Van Gogh Museum<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 This museum gives you the chance to step into Van Gogh\u2019s world. Along with the world\u2019s largest collection of works by Vincent van Gogh, you can also see some of the artist\u2019s personal belongings and letters. It can get busy, especially at weekends, so I\u2019d recommend booking in advance.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t

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Visit the Anne Frank House<\/h4>\n

Another must-visit for your trip to Amsterdam, the Anne Frank House<\/a> is home to a museum experience retelling her incredible story.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s a harrowing journey, but an important one, as you learn all about her life, and see where she hid when the Nazis swept through Europe.<\/p>\n

Fly through the city<\/h4>\n

Adrenaline junkies \u2013 this one is for you! If you want to see Amsterdam from a whole new perspective, then you\u2019re going to absolutely love A\u2019DAM LOOKOUT<\/a>. As you take your seat on the highest swing in Europe, you\u2019ll be treated to 360-degree views of the city. You\u2019ll need to buy a ticket for the lookout, then once you\u2019re up there the swing is \u20ac5.<\/p>\n

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Flights to Amsterdam with Aer Lingus.<\/h4>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
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