Visit Amsterdam for its rich cultural heritage, scenic canals, and vibrant atmosphere. Explore iconic museums like the Van Gogh Museum, take a leisurely canal cruise, and savor Dutch delicacies. Don't miss the Anne Frank House and the historic city center. Here are 10 ideas to make the most of your trip.
As we all know Amsterdam, the capital of the Netherlands, is one of the most delightful places to visit and some people find it worth visiting it for similarity with Venice. It is one of the places included in the bucket list of tourists around the world, as there is a lot of history and touristic attractions to enjoy in one city
Here goes a list with the Number 10 best touristic attractions you shouldn’t miss in Amsterdam.
Anne Frank House:
The diary of Anne Frank is well known amongst all of us, and the famous Anne Frank Huis is the place where Anne wrote her diary and hid during World War II. This is a biographical or historic museum which is good for students, professionals and of course common tourists to know about the Nazi holocaust.
Vondelpark
It was named Nieuwe Park in 1865 and later it was named Vondelpark when the statue of Dutch Poet and dramatist- Joost van den Vondel was placed in 1867. The park is spread over 47 hectares and was opened in 1865. The park has an open theatre and playground. The best place to rest and relax.
Rijksmuseum
This national museum was founded in 1798 to keep the collection of antiques and arts. It has a library of more than 35000 books and old manuscripts. A must visit place in Amsterdam to know the culture and history of the place.
Dam Square
It is a central point of Amsterdam and is famous for its history. The Amsterdam historical museum explains many historical scenes that took place in and around Dam square. New Church, Madame Tussauds wax museum, and the National Memorial statue are some of the other significant tourist attractions in Amsterdam. New church is next to the Royal Palace in Dam square which the coronation church of the Dutch kings was in 1814.
Royal Palace of Amsterdam
Situated on the west of Dam Square built by the Dutch Golden Age in the 17th century, is worth seeing. The palace is used for royal events and other important happenings in the state.
Canals of Amsterdam
Canals were built to control the Amstel River in the 17th century. The unfamiliar street layout and the cities have a rectangular shape. There are plenty of trees along the canals and historic buildings. It is a very peaceful feeling to visit this area for its freshness.
Artis Royal zoo
This is the oldest zoo founded in 1838 divided into various segments having a zoo, botanical garden, aquarium, planetarium, and arboretum.
Jordan
Jordaan is an artistic neighborhood with beautiful canals and narrow streets. The area has street musicians, good restaurants and cafes, art galleries, and many more beautiful places to explore.
Hortus Botanicus Amsterdam
This is the world’s oldest botanical gardens with more than 6000 different plants. Established in 1638 for doctors and other medical practitioners Hortus Medicus is a garden with various medicinal plants.
The National Maritime Museum
Also known as Scheepvaartmuseum built dates back from 1656 designed by Daniel Stalpaert. It was a naval warehouse used to store weapons, ammunition, and other related equipment.