Netherlands

Amsterdam

Canals, museums and bikes in the heart of Holland

When to go

The most pleasant time is from April to September, with tulips blooming in spring and long, relatively cool days in summer.

Best months: April, May, June, July, August, September

Approximate temperatures in these months: 5° to 22° (long-term averages, not a forecast)

Getting there

From Israel you fly to Schiphol Airport, and depending on the season and the airline, there may be options with a connection. The Netherlands is part of the Schengen Area, so before traveling it is worth checking current entry requirements and passport validity. From Schiphol there is a fast train to the city center.

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Who it suits

Couples · Friends · Solo travelers · Families with children · Honeymoon

City and Culture · Food and Wine · Nature and Scenery · Shopping · Holidays and Events

How long: 3-5 days

What to do

The Rijksmuseum
Van Gogh Museum
Anne Frank House
The Jordaan neighborhood
Canal cruise
Vondelpark
Dam Square
Albert Cuyp Market

Good to add

Advance tickets for museums
Canal cruise
Bike rental
Train tickets for day trips
Travel insurance

Suggested day plans

A long weekend of culture

Morning at the Rijksmuseum and the Van Gogh Museum
A walk in Vondelpark and lunch in the area
Evening canal cruise
The next day: the Anne Frank House and a walk in the Jordaan
Finish at the Albert Cuyp Market

Amsterdam and the surrounding area

Day one: city center, Dam Square and the canals
Day two: a bike ride between the neighborhoods and parks
Day three: a day at the windmills of Zaanse Schans
Day four: a visit to Keukenhof in spring, when it is open

Tips

Tickets to the Anne Frank House should be booked well in advance, as they sell out quickly.
There are many bike lanes throughout the city, so be careful when crossing them on foot.
The center is compact and good for walking, and there are also trams and a metro.
It can rain even in summer, so it's worth taking a light jacket and an umbrella.
There are pickpockets in the center and at the train stations, so keep your belongings safe.
Start planning by booking the major museums in advance, especially during peak season.

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