Vondelpark is Amsterdam’s largest park and is a busy attraction all through the year. On a nice day particularly, it’s a great place to escape and unwind, but even on cold, frosty days you’ll find people enjoying the scenery.

The Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam contains more than 200 Van Gogh’s spread over two buildings. If you like his paintings, you’ll very much enjoy a trip here but think carefully about when to go. It’s best to pick a … Continue readingVan Gogh Museum, Amsterdam

The Amsterdam VOC is a replica of a three-masted sailing ship which lasted only a year after its launch in 1748 for the Dutch East India company (VOC). It was destroyed in a violent storm off the coast of the … Continue readingThe Amsterdam VOC Replica Ship, Amsterdam

At Jodenbreestraat 4 near the Waterlooplein, you’ll find the house that Rembrandt lived and painted in for 20 years. Inside, you see all the main rooms including his studio and it’s well worth a visit.

This is our “top tip” for Amsterdam so we’d thoroughly recommend a visit. It’s a sea of colour in all seasons. You can buy your tulips as souvenirs or just browse around and smell the flower fragrances.  There is no pressure to … Continue readingFlower Market, Amsterdam