Your Dutch Adventure: A 3-Day Itinerary
Amsterdam Explorations
Let's dive into the heart of Amsterdam with these must-see attractions:
- A scenic canal cruise
- The Van Gogh Museum, Rijksmuseum, and the Heineken Experience
- A stroll along the picturesque canals of central Amsterdam
- The Royal Palace Amsterdam
- Explore De 9 Straatjes and Dam Square
- The Red Light District
- The WONDR Experience
- The Albert Cuyp Market
Street Food Delights
Indulge in these iconic Dutch street food treats:
- Waffles
- Vlaamse Friet (Dutch-style fries with sauce)
- Stroopwafels
- Pannenkoeken (especially popular with children)
- Oliebollen
- Amazing fresh fish: Kipbeling, raw herring, fried squid, battered fried shrimp, and smoked eel
For dinner, consider The Seafood Bar, known for its seafood platters.
Seafood Bar Locations in Amsterdam:
- Van Baerlestraat 5
- Spui 15
- Ferdinand Bolstraat 32
- Stationsplein 22
Day Trip Delights
Keukenhof Gardens
A must-visit for flower lovers! Explore the world's largest flower garden, featuring not only tulips but also countless other flower varieties.
Tickets can be purchased online or at the entrance. If traveling by car, pre-purchasing a parking ticket is recommended.
Zaanse Schans
Visit this historic windmill village, home to windmills that have been operating for centuries. Also, you can tour a clog-making workshop and a cheese factory.
From Amsterdam Centraal, take bus line 391 (approx. 20 minutes each way). The Amsterdam Regional Ticket is valid for this route.
Volendam Fishing Village
Wander around this charming village and admire the wooden houses along the coast.
Address: Noordeinde 35, 1131 GB Volendam
Take bus 316 from Amsterdam Centraal (approx. 30 minutes each way). The Amsterdam Regional Ticket is valid for this route.
Don't miss the souvenir shops with beautiful and affordable Dutch gifts. Also, this village is an ideal place for seafood enthusiasts!
Giethoorn
Located approximately 100km from Amsterdam, this charming village is best explored by boat. Rent a boat and navigate the canals at your own pace. The rental provider will provide instructions for using the boat and suggest routes.
A visit of 3-4 hours allows you to immerse yourself in the scenery and savor the local cuisine. A local favorite is the grilled ribs.
Dining in Giethoorn
- Grachthof Giethoorn | Restaurant & Boôtverhuur
Enjoy your trip to the Netherlands!
