Amsterdam

With over 800 years of history to discover, Amsterdam is rich in fascinating attractions and sights. From old castles to beautiful museums and from charming secret courtyards to picturesque, cobbled streets, our capital city is a feast for the eyes. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a frequent guest, no trip to Amsterdam is complete without a visit to icons of art and culture such as the world-famous Rijksmuseum, the Van Gogh Museum or the Anne Frank House. Get a glimpse behind the scenes during events such as the Open Garden Days and Open Monument Days Amsterdam, when historic canal houses and monuments in the city centre open their doors to the public.

With its beautiful, tree-lined canals, famous parks and no less than 400 kilometres of bicycle paths, an environmentally conscious attitude is deeply rooted in the Amsterdam way of life. Our capital city is known around the world for its art and culture, but did you know that it’s ranked 10th among the most sustainable cities in the world? The municipality of Amsterdam aims for a completely emission-free city by 2030 and wants to be circular, climate-neutral and climate-adaptive by 2050. This means that there are numerous options for a pleasant, sustainable holiday.

The NDSM Wharf is a great place to visit if you want to see a different side of Amsterdam than the well-known canals and tulips. Transformed from an industrial shipyard into a vibrant social space, you'll find urban art, eco-conscious restaurants and spectacular waterside cafes for chilling out among the shipping containers and graffiti-decorated hangars. The wharf is easy to reach: two free ferries, accessible to pedestrians, cyclists and mopeds, go directly to the NDSM wharf.