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Trip Planning & Basic Facts (38)
When to go to Amsterdam; how to get to Amsterdam; online visitor resources; FAQs about visiting Amsterdam; Amsterdam weather & climate,; maps of Amsterdam; traveling to Amsterdam with a dog; survival guide (currency, communications, health, safety), Dutch people, language and history.

Accommodations (17)
Whether you prefer five-star or no-frills accommodations in Amsterdam, the city offers both -- and hundreds of hotels, hostels and bed & breakfasts in between. Find an Amsterdam hotel that suits your taste, discover the best canal-side hotels and learn about the different Amsterdam neighborhoods you could call home during your visit.

Things to Do & See (46)
Whether you want to visit Amsterdam from A to Z or only have time for a canal boat tour, find ideas here to make your visit a memorable one. Find walking and biking tours of Amsterdam, suggested Amsterdam itineraries, the must-see Amsterdam museums and much more.

Restaurants & Food (27)
With such an international population, Amsterdam offers restaurants and cafés with everything from genuine Indonesian food and Mediterranean tapas to traditional Dutch fare and street foods. Find Amsterdam restaurant reviews, tips on what to order and even how to pay the bill.

Shopping & Markets (17)
Look beyond the postcards and Delftware knock-offs -- find Amsterdam's best shopping areas here! There's something for everyone, from modern home furnishings and stately antiques to Dutch designer clothes and funky thrift stores. And discover Amsterdam's open-air markets -- including flea markets, flower markets, art markets, food markets -- which are some of Europe's biggest and busiest.

Bars, Cafes & Nightlife (11)
Whether you're looking for a wild night out in the thick of Amsterdam's club scene, or a calmer evening spent sipping handcrafted beers in a local brown café, you'll find that Amsterdam's nightlife scene caters to a wide range of visitors.

Transportation & Maps (12)
Trams, buses, taxis, bikes, canal boats -- the list of transportation options in Amsterdam represents the many ways to navigate the city. Learn how to get around Amsterdam and find maps and neighborhood information here.

Biking in Amsterdam (6)
Biking is by far the best way to get around Amsterdam. If you decide to rent a bike while you're here, you'll feel oh-so-Dutch as you cruise along the canals. Find out all you need to know about biking in Amsterdam here, including tips, photos and FAQs.

Music & Entertainment (5)
Fans of live music will find plenty of concert options in Amsterdam, from jazz and world to pop and classical. The city also hosts a full calendar of world-class opera, ballet, theater and comedy performances.

Events, Festivals, Holidays (27)
Find cultural celebrations and annual events and festivals in Amsterdam, from rowdy Queen's Day festivities to more solemn observances for fallen World War II heroes.

Day Trips & Excursions (8)
If you're planning to stay more than a few days in the Amsterdam area, you might consider a day trip or excursion to see north Holland's other sights. Find ideas here, including tours of the famous bulb fields, trips to seaside fishing towns and journeys to other cultural hubs like Den Haag.

Pictures of Amsterdam (30)
These pictures of Amsterdam illustrate why the city is a photographer's paradise. Browse pictures of Amsterdam's canals, architecture, parks, museums, landmarks, bikes and much more. And learn tips on what pictures of Amsterdam to shoot with your own lens.

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