10 best attractions in Amsterdam
1. Dam Square and Royal Palace
Dam Square is a popular public square of Amsterdam. It’s centrally located next to the Royal Palace and with a National monument on the other side. There are many attractions around this area and hence its often crowded. Dam square is an important city center.

2. Van Gogh Museum
Its beautiful design will make you notice it from far. Van Gogh Museum is one of the first spots of art and history lovers. Showcasing paintings, artwork by Van Gogh. It also has many artifacts and documents showcased.

3. Rijksmuseum
It’s the National Museum of Dutch history and contains a large collection of it. Museum has a huge complex building with many rooms. Walk past it to reach the famous I Amsterdam sign. which is most of the time packed of people hanging on it.

4. Anne Frank House
Anne Frank’s House in Amsterdam is another popular attraction. Next to one of the canals and Westerkerk, Old protestant church. Do check timing and pre-book when possible before visiting Anne Frank House to avoid disappointment.

5. Vondelpark
It’s one of the biggest city parks in Amsterdam. Park has many attractions in it. Greens and lakes, playgrounds and amphitheater. It’s a good hangout place and hence one of the most visited spots in the city.

6. Heineken Experience
It’s the place of Heineken’s first brewery in Amsterdam city. But due to high demand, it was closed in 1988 and became an interactive experience for visitors. you can discover the beer making process of Heineken, a tasting room and history of the company. Get yourself a glass of beer from the company itself.

7. Red Light District
It’s one of the most unique neighborhoods in Amsterdam, and hence it’s a popular spot. Take a walk here to experience its surprises. There are a Red-Light Secrets in the neighborhood as well, which is a Museum of Prostitution. Visitors can experience behind the scenes of the secrets of the profession. You can watch a documentary about its history and more than what it is now. Of course, you should be over 18.

8. NEMO Science Museum
NEMO is a Science Museum in Amsterdam. Visitors can enjoy and experience science and technology here. There are many activities, science films, workshops, laboratories, and many interactive things. This place is a good option for kids, they will love it. The building can be easily spotted in green sloping façade in the Oosterdok near Centraal Station.

9. ARTIS Zoo
ARTIS Amsterdam Royal Zoo is a first Zoo established in the Netherlands. Zoo has a wide verity of animals and trees here. Smoke-free zone has an environment from Savannah to wetlands. ARTIS also have a Planetarium, and a Micropia (microscopic world) in the complex as well.

10. Waterlooplein flea market
It’s Amsterdam’s oldest and one of the largest flea market. Features around 300 vendors in Amsterdam’s Jewish quarter. It’s a good place mix with locals and also spends some time exploring what sells here. The market is open 6 days a week and closed on Sundays.

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