Anne Frank House
The house where Anne Frank hid and wrote her famous diary, a moving and historically significant site.
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Plan a free trip to AmsterdamUpdated: 2026-10-18
Amsterdam, the city of canals and art, offers an unforgettable experience with its historic architecture, world-class museums, and relaxed atmosphere. Visit to wander its narrow streets, enjoy local cuisine, and soak in the unique charm of the Dutch capital.
Things to do in Amsterdam include Anne Frank House, Rijksmuseum, Dam Square. Here are 15 places worth knowing, with a short note on each.
The house where Anne Frank hid and wrote her famous diary, a moving and historically significant site.
Plan AmsterdamA national museum of art and history showcasing Dutch masterpieces, including Rembrandt's 'The Night Watch'.
Plan AmsterdamAmsterdam's central and historic square, surrounded by important buildings like the Royal Palace.
Plan AmsterdamAmsterdam's largest and most famous city park, ideal for a picnic, walk, or bike ride.
Plan AmsterdamAn interactive tour of Heineken's original brewery, including tastings.
Plan AmsterdamThe world's largest collection of Vincent van Gogh's artworks, including famous paintings like 'Sunflowers'.
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Build an itinerary for AmsterdamOne of three royal palaces in the Netherlands, open to the public when not in use by the monarchy.
Plan AmsterdamA picturesque district with narrow streets, beautiful canals, hidden courtyards, and boutique shops.
Plan AmsterdamDe Wallen is the largest and best known red-light district in Amsterdam. It consists of a network of alleys containing approximately 300 one-room cabins rented by prostitutes who offer their sexual services from behind a window or glass door, typically illuminated with red lights and blacklight.
Plan AmsterdamMadame Tussauds Amsterdam is a renowned wax museum situated in the heart of Amsterdam, on Dam Square, near the Royal Palace. Opened in 1970, it was the first Madame Tussauds to open in mainland Europe and the first foreign branch of the British institution.
Plan AmsterdamA charming shopping area with boutique shops, cafes, and restaurants along picturesque canals.
Plan AmsterdamOne of the largest and most famous street markets in the Netherlands, with a wide range of goods and street food.
Plan AmsterdamThe world's only floating flower market, offering flowers, bulbs, and Dutch souvenirs.
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A'DAM Lookout is an observation tower on the bank of the IJ in Amsterdam-Noord, one hundred metres high. It was originally designed in 1966 as Toren Overhoeks by the Dutch architect Arthur Staal for Shell, and for years it was known as the Shell tower.
Plan AmsterdamThe Portuguese Synagogue, also known as the Esnoga or Snoge, is an Orthodox Jewish congregation and synagogue located at Mr. Visserplein 3 in Central Amsterdam. The synagogue was completed in 1675.
Plan AmsterdamHere is what 3 days in Amsterdam look like when the planner builds them - arriving at noon on the first day and flying home at noon on the last. Stops are grouped by proximity so no day doubles back, and the same route can be built for any length, from two days to a week.

The route assumes the first day starts at noon, after you land, and the last ends at noon, before your flight. It is an example: with your dates the planner builds a route around your landing and your flight home, real opening hours, how you get around and your own preferences.
Anne Frank House, Rijksmuseum, Dam Square, Vondelpark, Heineken Experience, Van Gogh Museum and 9 more. Anne Frank House: The house where Anne Frank hid and wrote her famous diary, a moving and historically significant site.
Day 1: Vondelpark, Canal Cruise, Rijksmuseum, Heineken Experience. Day 2: Albert Cuyp Market, A'Dam Lookout BV, 9 Streets, Bloemenmarkt (Flower Market). Day 3: De Wallen (Red Light District), Dam Square, Royal Palace Amsterdam.
The itinerary for Amsterdam runs through Oud-Zuid, Museumplein, De Pijp, Singel, Jordaan and De Wallen.
Museums worth visiting in Amsterdam: Anne Frank House (Jordaan), Rijksmuseum (Museumplein), Heineken Experience (De Pijp), Van Gogh Museum (Museumplein) and Madame Tussauds Amsterdam.
Markets in Amsterdam: Albert Cuyp Market (De Pijp) and Bloemenmarkt (Flower Market) (Singel).
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