Few places in the world are as beautiful as Amsterdam making it no surprise that this city is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the entire world. While Amsterdam has always been famous for its coffee shops and little cafes that litter the sides of the road that people can visit and take in the aesthetics, there is a lot more to Amsterdam than just that. Read this Amsterdam blog to find out more.
While most people in the world think that beautiful canals and breathtaking architecture are something that you will only find on the streets of Venice or Rome, Amsterdam has all of this to offer and much more. It is a seamless mixture of both old-school beauties with modernity.
It is perhaps one of the only cities in the world where you can commute by cycle, walk around tiny pebbled paths and enjoy the sights, sip tea or coffee in a nice café, or go to the nearest disco and have some fun. There is also fantastic food available in Amsterdam.
Here are some ideas to help you make the most of your trip to Amsterdam:
If you can, rent a cycle to explore the city
There is just something so special about walking around in a new city or exploring the city by renting a cycle. You get to feel a part of the city and feel more immersed in the sightseeing and exploring experience. It also helps you feel like a local, to experience how life is for the people who live in the city on a day-to-day basis. However, it is important to remember that this is not an ideal choice for children or elderly, or those with disabilities. Canals are often not fenced and there is both vehicular as well as pedestrian traffic around, so it is important to ride safely!
Visit a Café and enjoy its delicacies
There are a lot of beautiful cafes around Amsterdam with lovely patios. You can sip a warm mug of coffee and enjoy a chat with the locals. The food available in these Café is amazing too, which serve a variety of delicacies and bakery items. You can pick and choose depending on what you like the best. Further, Amsterdam also has a lot of choices for vegetarian and vegan folks, so it should come as no surprise that almost everyone enjoys the culinary experience when they visit Amsterdam.
Visit the canals
People think only Venice has wonderful canals, but Amsterdam’s canals are arguably just as special, as it is unique in the sense that the entire city is built around a network of canals and multiple bridges. These were built by the Dutch in the 17th century, and apart from being beautiful, they are also extremely relevant in terms of architecture. It is for this reason that the canals are amongst the most sought-after tourist spots in Amsterdam.
Visit the boutiques
You do not have to be in Milan to visit the best boutiques available in the world. Amsterdam has amongst the most beautiful boutiques that you are sure to love.
