Things to Do in Amsterdam

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Things to Do in Amsterdam

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Things to Do in Amsterdam

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Name	Activity	Description	Nearest Tram Stop	Price	Tips
1Visit Brouwerij 't IJ (The IJ Brewery)	Visit Brouwerij 't IJ (The IJ Brewery)	Iconic brewery next to a windmill serving great craft beers.	Tram 7 or 14 to Flevopark	Beers from €3–5	Try the tasting flight for variety.
2See the BODY WORLDS exhibition	See the BODY WORLDS exhibition	Fascinating anatomy exhibit using real human bodies.	Tram 4, 9, 14, 16, 24 to Dam Square	Around €25	Buy tickets online to skip lines.
3Take the Those Dam Boat Guys canal tour	Take the Those Dam Boat Guys canal tour	Relaxed, funny, small-group canal tour with BYO drinks.	Tram 2, 11, 12, 13, 17 to Westermarkt	Around €35	Bring your own snacks and beers!
4Check out the Rijksmuseum	Check out the Rijksmuseum	Famous Dutch art museum, home to masterpieces like The Night Watch.	Tram 2, 5, 12 to Rijksmuseum	Around €22.50	Avoid it on the weekends.
5Rent a bicycle	Rent a bicycle	The only way to really experience the city like a local.	Varies – shops all around city center	~€10–15/day	Always lock your bike securely.
6Eat some Dutch cheese	Eat some Dutch cheese	Just do it. So many flavors: aged Gouda, truffle, smoked, and more.	Tram 4, 14, 24 to Damrak / Spui (many cheese shops nearby)	Free tastings or buy small wedges (~€5–€10)	Visit Reypenaer or Old Amsterdam Cheese Store.
7Vincent on Friday (Van Gogh Museum)	Vincent on Friday (Van Gogh Museum)	Special Friday night events with music, drinks, and art at the Van Gogh Museum.	Tram 2, 5, 12 to Van Baerlestraat	Entry €22	Go early, it can get crowded later in the evening.
8Go to A'DAM Lookout + Swing Over the Edge	Go to A'DAM Lookout + Swing Over the Edge	Epic panoramic views + Europe's highest swing over the city.	Free ferry from Central Station to Buiksloterweg	€14.50 entry + €6 for swing	Go around sunset for the best view.
9Wander De 9 Straatjes (The Nine Streets)	Wander De 9 Straatjes (The Nine Streets)	Cool shopping area full of boutiques, cafes, vintage stores.	Tram 2, 11, 12, 13, 17 to Westermarkt	Free (shopping costs vary)	Great spot for casual coffee breaks and photos.