European Vacation? Here’s What to Do in Amsterdam

European Vacation? Here’s What to Do in Amsterdam, Amsterdam, Netherlands (B)

Call it The Netherlands, call it Holland, call it the Dutch capital, we call it awesome! This city has more bikes than residents! And with 1753 bridges crossing 165 canals that cover 60 miles, Amsterdam is the most watery city in the world.

Amsterdam’s largest park. Located southwest of the city centre and host to 10 million visitors annually. Vodelpark is the place to take a stroll, ride a bike, or have a picnic. Don’t miss Picasso’s sculpture “The Fish”, or one of many free musical events during the summer.

With more than 100 kilometers of canals in Amsterdam they can’t be missed if you tried. Located just west of the city center, you’ll have hundreds of opportunities to snap a picture from countless bridges.

The Red Light destrict in the center of the city consists of roughly 300 one-room cabins rented by prostitutes to offer their services. While a stroll through this area is not to be missed, know that it’s forbidden to take photos of the women. You’ll also find sex shops, sex shows, and even a very unique condom store here. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
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Guide Name: European Vacation? Here’s What to Do in Amsterdam
Guide Location: Netherlands » Amsterdam
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Article (B))
Author: Josh And Krissy Sedivy
Read it on Author's Website: http://www.wanderlustduo.com/what-to-do-in-amsterdam/
Sight(s) Featured in This Guide:
  • Vondelpark
  • Red light district
  • Rijksmuseum
  • Anne Frank House
  • Van Gogh Museum
  • Stedelijk Museum
  • The Waldorf Astoria
  • The Dylan
  • Lloyd Hotel

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