Amsterdam - A Short And Sweet Holiday Destination

Enjoy your visit to the fascinating and romantic Amsterdam

Amsterdam is the most fascinating and romantic cities in Europe which has a lot on offer for visitors and tourists. There are many historical sites and world famous museums and canals here that make Amsterdam and interesting and exciting vacation destination.

Amsterdam is an interesting mixture of quiet and peaceful solitude and big city advantages such as international restaurants, nightlife, culture and transport. With minimal road traffic you can reach any tourist attraction by foot with ease. For a more authentic experience of the city, you can opt for a bike.

Amsterdam is the nominal capital and the largest city of the country of Netherlands. Amsterdam attracts at least 3.5 million tourists every year. This well planned city is known for its tolerance. At Amsterdam, you can see an interesting mix of historical buildings and modern architecture.

Anytime of the year is good enough to visit this wonderful city. However, between the months of July and August, the weather is most conducive and this is the reason why there is a huge influx of tourists around this period.

If you however want to avoid crowds and get reasonable rates on hotel accommodation, airline and restaurants, it is best to visit this city during the months of April and May. This is the cultural season when Amsterdam is vibrant with colourful bulb fields and there is a festive atmosphere all around.

Popular tourist attractions in Amsterdam

There are many places of interest frequented by tourists in Amsterdam. These include a variety of cultural and recreational sites including the Hash Marihuana Museum and the Oude Kerk.

Some of the most popular museums in Amsterdam include the Stedelijk Museum, the Van Gogh Museum and the Rijksmuseum. Oude Kerk is an ancient Church located at the centre of the Red Light District. There are many small houses lined on the sides of the church. Sailors used the buildings like the octagonal bell tower here to get their bearings.

Begijnhof is one of the most charming gardens surrounded by enchanting ancient houses. Amsterdam is referred to as "The Venice of the North" due to the number of canals that can be found here. As a tourist, you must not thus miss the interesting boat cruise here.

Magere Brug is one of the most famous bridges in Amsterdam. This draw bridge is traditional and connects the banks of the Amstel river. Rembrandtplein is a square that attracts tourists like a magnet. This is due to the number of hotels, cafes, restaurants and pubs here offering unlimited enjoyment and fun.

One of the well known outdoor markets in Europe is the Albert Cuyp market in Amsterdam. This market is not to be missed by tourists. There are over 300 stalls offering a variety of goods ranging from fresh produce to trinkets to clothes. The oldest Holland zoo, Artis is located right at the centre of the city. On your trip to Amsterdam, visit Vondelpark, one of the most popular parks in Netherlands.

Your trip to Amsterdam is not really complete without visiting the quiet and beautiful parks as well as the windmills. Amsterdam in fact has eight stunning windmills right in the centre of the city.

Amsterdam accommodation for tourists

There are many hotels and accommodation offered for visitors in Amsterdam. You can choose to stay at the old, fascinating historic hotels like the Amstel hotel and Hotel Kransnapolsky or the modern international chain hotels such as Okura Amsterdam and the Amsterdam Hilton.

If you cannot afford a five star luxury accommodation, you can opt for other Amsterdam hotel options. If you are travelling with your family or in a large group, you can choose to stay at the bed and breakfast or self-catering apartments. If you are on a tight budget, then you can choose from a range of cheap hostels and hotels. It is advisable making your hotel reservation well in advance online.

Stay at a good Amsterdam hotel to experience a memorable holiday in this most fascinating and beautiful city.