Amsterdam the basics. All you need to know before you go
Amsterdam is one of the smallest but greatest cities in the world. From its 16th century buildings, amazing canals to world-famous museums, reg-light district, coffeeshps and historical sights, Amsterdam is one city that has something to offer everyone no matter what your age.
Amsterdam is a city of tolerance and freedom. It has all the advantages of a big city: culture, history, entertainment, international restaurants, good transport - but is relatively small, quiet, and largely thanks to its canals, has a little road traffic. In Amsterdam your destination is never far away and is usually walkable or just hop on a tram.
Amsterdam basic facts:
Population: 735,000
Time zone: CET (UTC +1 hour)
Telephone area code: +20
Country: The Netherlands (also known as Holland)
Amsterdam tourist attractions:
Museums are the main tourist attraction in Amsterdam. Everyone knows the Rijksmuseum, Van Gogh Museum and Stedelijk Museum, but there is much more. Amsterdam has over fifty museums which attract millions of visitors each year. More
Coffeeshops
Coffeeshops in Holland are allowed to sell small amounts of cannabis and are strictly regulated and taxed. Furthermore, coffeeshops must not sell to anyone under 18 and they must not sell more than 5g to any customer.. More
Hotels in Amsterdam
Our hotel guide offers the most convenient reservation service for Amsterdam. The selection of hotels include over 310 accommodation properties that you can book online. No fees, no advance charges, but human hotel reservation support 24/7. Direct reservation for youth hostels. More
Amsterdam City - Read all about it
The city's beauty and cultural attractions alone drew over 7 million visitors yearly and growing. What makes Amsterdam so special? With its unique combination of old-world charm, and cosmopolitan culture, Amsterdam is one of the most popular European cities for international visitors More
Amsterdam Food
In the past fifteen years or so, Amsterdam has been making it's own name in the culinary circuit. While old favourites such as stamppot, kroketten and witbier are never out of favour, international tastes have mixed with the Amsterdam kitchen to become a flavour in it's own right. More
Amsterdam Sport
Amsterdam’s rich sports history has been a progressive one – in both the professional sphere as well as the everyday lives of its inhabitants. Find out more top sports in the city.
Amsterdam Special interests
Amsterdam has much to offer to people with special interests, such as as children & families, gays, lesbians & bisexuals, and the disabled. Here you can find information, references and tips.More
Transort
There are several options for transport to, from and within the city, including trains, trams, subways, busses, taxis, auto and - the city favourite - bicycles.
