Begin your trip in Amsterdam by exploring the charming canal district, visiting the Anne Frank House, and enjoying the local cuisine.
Head to Rotterdam to see the stunning Cube Houses and Erasmus Bridge. Then head to nearby The Hague to visit the Peace Palace and the art-filled Gemeentemuseum Den Haag.
Enjoy the picturesque city center of Utrecht before taking a short drive to the charming city of Leiden, home of the famous Hortus Botanicus botanical gardens and Art Museum De Lakenhal.
Visit the iconic blue and white ceramics of Delft before heading to the lively city of Haarlem to see its many historic sites and enjoy the shopping and dining scene.
Take a scenic drive to see the traditional Dutch windmills in Zaanse Schans, a picturesque open-air museum of Dutch life. End your trip by returning to Amsterdam for some last-minute souvenir shopping.
Consider renting a car or taking the trains for the most convenient way to reach these destinations. Train tickets vary around €10-15 per person. If you opt for a car rental, expect to pay around €35-50 per day, plus petrol and parking fees.
If you have more time, consider taking a trip to the charming city of Amersfoort or to the famous Keukenhof flower gardens. If you have less time, skip day trips to Leiden and Delft and focus on Amsterdam and Rotterdam. Don't forget to bring your walking shoes as many of these destinations are best seen on foot, and be aware of small city center streets with limited parking options.
The primary airport in Amsterdam is Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS), located just 9km (5.5 miles) southwest of the city center. It’s a major hub for airlines like KLM, Delta, and Air France. Other airports that serve the Netherlands include Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM) and Eindhoven Airport (EIN).