Have you ever been to Amsterdam? If not, take advantage of your stay in the Netherlands to discover the charm of this city. If you’ve only got two days to play tourist, here’s how you can organize your stay. In just 48 hours, you’ll discover some of the city’s best attractions, as well as some of the activities you can do to make the most of your stay.
What to do on the first day
If you’ve got less than a week to spend in the Netherlands, but want to spend the remaining two days visiting Amsterdam, your schedule needs to be precise. To help you plan, here’s what you can do on your first day. There’s so much to see and do in this city, you won’t have time to take it all in. Start your city break with a visit to the Van Gogh Museum. If you’re an art lover, you’ll be well served at this museum dedicated to the Dutch-born painter. As this is a much-visited establishment, you’ll be well advised to opt for a queue-cutting ticket to avoid long queues. You’ll immediately be able to immerse yourself in the 900-odd canvases and paintings by this illustrious artist.
After this total immersion in art, stop off at Febo, a street food chain, for a quick bite to eat before heading off to Vondelpark. This magnificent park is perfect for relaxing. What’s more, you’ll enjoy a wide range of entertainment including outdoor drama, water games and much more. If you’re with the family, your children can enjoy the playground. Before returning to your hotel, stop off in the red light district to enjoy the charm of Amsterdam’s nightlife.
Day 2: focus on the must-sees
If you don’t want to get too tired, dedicate the second and last day of your visit to downtown Amsterdam. Start your visit at Dam Square, surrounded by historic tourist buildings. Here, you’ll enjoy a wide range of entertainment, including street performers. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, you’ll learn all about Amsterdam’s fascinating history. The place is often crowded, so it’s best to arrive early enough in the morning to make the most of it.
Do you like flowers? Schedule a visit to the Bloemenmarkt flower market. This market has been in existence since the mid-19th century, and you’ll find many varieties of flowers. Each season has its own specific flowers, but every day the market puts on a colorful floral show.
Don’t forget to take a break in between and sample some of the best local dishes. At Restaurant De Waaghals, you’ll discover typical Dutch dishes. If you like vegetable dishes, this is the place for you.
End your stay with some shopping and souvenirs. You could then head to Haesje Claes for some of the best local dishes.