One Day Tour of Amsterdam

  1. 9:00AM: Anne Frank House
    Located in the historic Western Canal Ring and only a 10-minute walk from Amsterdam Central Station, Anne Frank House is a museum dedicated to the life of the diarist Anne Frank who hid with her family during the Nazi occupation of the Netherlands.

    Get there early as the line can be very long. The tour will take you through the hidden rooms and space where Anne Frank wrote her diary. You will feel the sheer weight of history in this place.

  2. 11:00AM: Van Gogh Museum
    Located in Museumplein, the Van Gogh Museum is home to the largest collection of Van Gogh's artwork. It is approximately a 15-minute tram ride from Anne Frank House.

    Even if you're not an art lover, the Van Gogh Museum is a must-visit in Amsterdam. Guests can admire Van Gogh's greatest works and get an insight into the artist's life and creative process.

  3. 1:00PM: Lunch at Foodhallen
    Located in Amsterdam West, Foodhallen is a bustling, indoor food market with dozens of food stalls and bars. It takes approximately 20 minutes by tram from Van Gogh Museum.

    The variety of food options here is astounding. From locally-made Dutch cheeses to Mexican tacos, there is something for everyone. The atmosphere is lively and there is outdoor seating when it's sunny outside.

  4. 3:00PM: Canal Cruise
    Take a relaxing canal cruise through Amsterdam's waterways, which are adorned with beautiful 17th-century buildings. It's approximately a 20-minute tram ride from Foodhallen.

    Along the way, you'll see some of Amsterdam's most famous landmarks including the Westertoren, the Magere Brug (Skinny Bridge) and some of its prettiest canal houses.

  5. 5:00PM: Rijksmuseum
    The Rijksmuseum is a Dutch national museum dedicated to arts and history. It's located in Museumplein, and it's approximately a 15-minute tram ride from the Canal Cruise.

    The Rijksmuseum has an impressive collection of paintings from the Dutch Golden Age, as well as a wide range of Asian art and artifacts. Visitors can explore the luxuriously decorated galleries and learn more about the history of the Netherlands.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Anne Frank House (2 hours, €10)
  • Van Gogh Museum (2 hours, €18)
  • Lunch at Foodhallen (1 hour, €15)
  • Canal Cruise (1 hour, €18)
  • Rijksmuseum (2 hours, €20)
  • Total Estimated Costs (per person): €81

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider visiting other museums such as the Stedelijk Museum and the Amsterdam Museum. If you have less time, consider skipping the Canal Cruise or Rijksmuseum. Do not forget to bring a rain jacket, as the weather in Amsterdam can be unpredictable.

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