" FUN, YOUNG, BEAUTIFUL AMSTERDAM " Amsterdam by Frisbeeace

If I had 20 years again I would spend some time living here and enjoying this beautiful and vibrant city. I wasn't expecting too much before my trip but I found it interesting and very enjoyable. And I'm not referring to the liberal way of life in what regards to drugs or sex. That may drive many young people to visit the Netherlands but it is not my case. The city is so picturesque with all its channels, flowers and twisted buildings. People are young, active and nice, riding those old bikes everywhere. Besides, I love Rembrandt and my visit was during the celebration of his 400 years (birth or dead? I can't remember).

All in all. Visit Amsterdam, it's an excellent city to combine with either western, eastern or nordic destinations. By the way, Maxima, the princess and future queen is Argentine so there is a special bond with my country now.

Sunset in Amsterdam

Starting from the Central Station area

DAY 1:
City walk: Damrak-Dam-Kalverstraat
Boat Tour: Rondvaart Kooij
Spui
De Negen Straatjes neighborhood
Anne Frank House
Jordaan walk
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DAY 2:
Van Gogh Museum
Museumplein
Rijksmuseum
Leidseplein- walk along Leidsestraat
Flower Market
Rembrandt Plein
Opera Flea Market
Red Light District

I AMSTERDAM CARD: not recommended

TRANSPORTATION CARDS: not recommended

GUIDE BOOK: Amsterdam, Bruges & Brussels by Rick Steves