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Amsterdam Adventure

Mahi Mahi

10 Mar 2024

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Embark on a 10-day journey through the vibrant streets of Amsterdam, discovering iconic museums, hidden gems, and cultural wonders. Immerse yourself in the rich history, indulge in local delicacies, and experience the unique charm of this enchanting city.

Trip to Amsterdam

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Artistic Treasures and Historic Delights

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$34

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$ 4

Rijksmuseum

19th-century building housing Dutch Golden Age painting masterpieces & vast European art collection.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$24

17 - 21 min

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Oude Kerk Amsterdam

14th-century church, now Calvinist, hosting religious & cultural activities including concerts.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$10

Day 2Museums Galore and Architectural Marvels

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$47

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$ 4

Stedelijk Museum Amsterdam

Contemporary museum with appearance of large bathtub, showing international, modern art & design.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$25

2 - 3 min

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Van Gogh Museum

Museum housing the world's largest collection of Van Gogh paintings, alongside drawings & letters.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$22

18 - 22 min

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Amsterdam Centraal

The city's largest depot, built in 1889 in Gothic-Renaissance style, including shops & restaurants.

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

Day 3A Taste of Amsterdam's Brewery Culture

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$42

Heineken Experience

Interactive tour through beer giant's history in former brewery, with a tasting room finale.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$22

8 - 11 min

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Moco Museum

Art museum housed in an early-20th-century townhouse, featuring inventive works by Dalí & Banksy.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$20

Day 4Unveiling the Human Body and Exploring Taboos

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$51

BODY WORLDS Amsterdam

Preserved human & animal remains are on display in a range of poses at this anatomy exhibit.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$22

4 - 5 min

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Sexmuseum Amsterdam Venustempel

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$13

6 - 9 min

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Red Light Secrets Museum

Quirky museum offering exhibits on the history of Amsterdam's sex-work industry.

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$16

Day 5A Day of Art, Markets, and Craft Beer

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$32

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$ 4

museum Rembrandthuis

Restored, 17th-century house where Rembrandt lived & worked for 20 years, hung with his etchings.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$19

4 - 6 min

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Waterlooplein Market

On a site dating from the 19th century, this flea market with up to 300 stalls opens 6 days a week.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

8 - 10 min

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Brouwerij 't IJ

Industrial-style brewery next to a windmill offering organic blonde & dark beers, plus guided tours.

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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$13

Day 6Journey to the Past and Maritime Marvels

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$35

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$ 4

Muiderslot

Restored & striking 13th-century moated castle with ramparts & hands-on museum, plus formal gardens.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$18

19 - 23 min

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The National Maritime Museum

Interactive museum in former storehouse with virtual voyages & a replica 18th-century merchant ship.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$17

Day 7Botanical Beauty and Scientific Wonders

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$36

Hortus Botanicus Amsterdam

Compact botanical gardens, originally planted in 1682, with formal outdoor & greenhouse sections.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$15

12 - 17 min

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NEMO Science Museum

Interactive science exhibits, experiments & shows in a huge, waterfront, boat-like museum.

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$21

Day 8Unraveling Amsterdam's History and Royal Splendor

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$51

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$ 4

Amsterdam Museum

Former orphanage with artwork, artifacts & interactive exhibitions tracing the city's history.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$16

2 - 3 min

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Hermitage Amsterdam

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$20

19 - 23 min

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Royal Palace Amsterdam

Grand residence for royal receptions since 1808, open to the public & exhibitions when not in use.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$15

Day 9A Glimpse into History and Oddities

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$40

Anne Frank House

Museum house where Anne Frank & her family hid from the Nazis in a secret annex, during WWII.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$17

9 - 14 min

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Ripley's Believe It or Not!

Museum with kitschy oddities on display, including shrunken human heads & rare animal skeletons.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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$23

Day 10Celebrity Encounters and Cinematic Delights

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$62

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$ 7

Madame Tussauds Amsterdam

Museum chain for life-size wax replicas of famous people & historic icons in themed galleries.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$26

18 - 22 min

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Eye Film Museum

Huge collection of Dutch & foreign movies & film posters in contemporary, waterside culture center.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$18

25 - 30 min

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Zaans Museum

Museum of Zaandam's social & industrial history, with art, domestic items, costumes & model ships.

12:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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$18

Budget breakdown: $454 In total

Activities & Food:$429

Transport:$25