Many view Amsterdam as a place for its recreational activities and not much more. However, Amsterdam has much more to see than just the coffee shops and boats. This Dutch city is vibrant with a rich cultural history, so here are our top activities to do in Amsterdam.
Van Gogh Museum
The Van Gogh Museum is one of Amsterdam’s most popular attractions, as it draws over a million visitors a year. Take a slow and easy pace as you enter the world of Van Gough and explore over 200 paintings, 500 drawings, and letters. The museum has the complete story of the artist, the context, and some of Van Gogh’s ambitions, emotions, and limitations.
Glow-in-the-dark Mini Golf
Play a game of mini-golf with your friends as a perfect afternoon activity in Amsterdam. Enter a pirates and villains-themed course and see how good you are at mini-golf in the dark with neon fluorescent lights. Especially if the weather takes a turn for the worst, mini-golf is the perfect activity for everyone, young or old.
Anne Frank Museum
The Anne Frank House is one of Amsterdam’s most important museums. It highlights the importance of remembering the Holocaust and the atrocities that came with it—located in the house where Anne Frank and her family hid from Nazis during World War II. The museum allows guests to explore Anne’s life and her family, emphasizing what it was like during that period as a Jew. The museum also includes artifacts from her time in hiding. It’s a really special place to check out whilst you’re there.