Amsterdam Trip Planner

Food

Buzzing neighborhood bakeshop in snug surrounds, known for its signature chocolate cookie.

Rokin 17, 1012 KK Amsterdam, Netherlands

Monday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM Thursday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM Friday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM Saturday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM Sunday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

“There is nothing quite like this cookie. Be prepared to wait in line and definitely give it a try — the queue moves surprisingly fast anyway. Despite being sweet, it is not overwhelming at all and tastes absolutely incre…”

Museum

19th-century building housing Dutch Golden Age painting masterpieces & vast European art collection.

Museumstraat 1, 1071 XX Amsterdam, Netherlands

Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Saturday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Sunday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

“Great museum with lots to see. It’s close enough to the Van Gogh Museum that visiting both in a single day is very doable. The Night Watch is still in restoration, a process that has been underway since 2019. The work is…”

Park/Nature

Expansive, 19th-century urban park with a playground, ponds & an open-air theater.

1071 AA Amsterdam, Netherlands

“This is a nice park to visit, and if you are from Singapore, this really does feel like the Botanic Gardens. You can bike through here well, and the atmosphere is really peaceful. With the loads of green spaces here too,…”

Museum

Museum housing the world's largest collection of Van Gogh paintings, alongside drawings & letters.

Museumplein 6, 1071 DJ Amsterdam, Netherlands

Monday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Thursday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Friday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM Saturday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Sunday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

“Third time is the charm! Booking in advance with the time slot will make the visit much more comfortable. Definitely recommended! You are allowed to enter within 30 min before or after your selected time slot. So, we did…”

Landmark

Elevator with a light show to a 20-story rooftop with a restaurant/bar & an over-the-edge swing.

IJpromenade 4, 1031 KT Amsterdam, Netherlands

Monday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Thursday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Friday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Saturday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Sunday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM

“You get a free green screen photo when you enter, which is a nice touch. There’s also a restaurant and bar where you can enjoy food and drinks while taking in the great views. I didn’t try the swings because I’m scared o…”

Museum

Grand residence for royal receptions since 1808, open to the public & exhibitions when not in use.

Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal 147, 1012 RJ Amsterdam, Netherlands

Monday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Thursday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

“The Royal Palace of Amsterdam is a beautiful and impressive place to visit. The architecture, elegant rooms, and fascinating history make it one of the city's must-see landmarks. Every room is beautifully preserved and g…”

Museum

Zoo park founded in 19th century, with chimps, zebras & elephants, plus aquarium & planetarium.

Plantage Kerklaan 38-40, 1018 CZ Amsterdam, Netherlands

Monday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Thursday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Friday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Saturday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Sunday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

“My husband and I took our four kids to the zoo this week. We were visiting from South Florida, USA. Artis is the best zoo I’ve ever been to. I was blown away by its beauty. It’s essentially a botanical garden and a zoo. …”

Museum

Museum house where Anne Frank & her family hid from the Nazis in a secret annex, during WWII.

Westermarkt 20, 1016 GV Amsterdam, Netherlands

Monday: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM Thursday: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM Friday: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM Saturday: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM Sunday: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM

“Amazing tour and visit. Every part of it was great. I highly recommend it. Like in most houses in Amsterdam there are very steep stairs to climb. Well worth it.”

Museum

Interactive science exhibits, experiments & shows in a huge, waterfront, boat-like museum.

Oosterdok 2, 1011 VX Amsterdam, Netherlands

Monday: Closed Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM Thursday: 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM

“We only visited the rooftop terrace which has fabulous views and a very reasonable restaurant (although it is designed with the families who have visited the science centre in mind so the menu is pretty kid-friendly). I…”

Museum

Art museum housed in an early-20th-century townhouse, featuring inventive works by Dalí & Banksy.

Museum Square, Honthorststraat 20, 1071 DE Amsterdam, Netherlands

Monday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM Thursday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM Friday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM Saturday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM Sunday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM

“We spent less than 45 minutes inside. It was on Friday noon in a long weekend week. Busy. I would have enjoyed it much more if it's less crowded. The collection is not much. Nice for a little break when you are in the Mu…”

Museum

Quirky museum offering exhibits on the history of Amsterdam's sex-work industry.

Oudezijds Achterburgwal 60, 1012 DP Amsterdam, Netherlands

Monday: 11:00 AM – 1:00 AM Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 1:00 AM Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 1:00 AM Thursday: 11:00 AM – 1:00 AM Friday: 11:00 AM – 1:00 AM Saturday: 11:00 AM – 1:00 AM Sunday: 11:00 AM – 1:00 AM

“Amsterdam's Red Light District, a genuinely unique experience! It's only about 5 minutes from Centraal Station. Just follow the crowd if you're unsure of the way, though a couple of the side streets getting there feel a…”

Shopping

Interactive tour through beer giant's history in former brewery, with a tasting room finale.

Stadhouderskade 78, 1072 NV Amsterdam, Netherlands

Monday: 10:30 AM – 7:30 PM Tuesday: 10:30 AM – 7:30 PM Wednesday: 10:30 AM – 7:30 PM Thursday: 10:30 AM – 7:30 PM Friday: 10:30 AM – 9:00 PM Saturday: 10:30 AM – 9:00 PM Sunday: 10:30 AM – 7:30 PM

“I visited the Heineken Experience in Amsterdam and left feeling it was well worth it. The building is the brand's original 1867 brewery, and that alone gives the whole tour a lot of charm. It's self-guided, so you move a…”