Things to do

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  Dance 'Round the Dam' in July

  At the height of summer there's much dancing going on in Amsterdam. It's the month to jig, jump, groove, glide, shimmy and shake. And there's no shortage of places to do just that.  Read more... »
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  Events

  A classical music festival; a dance festival; a documentary film festival… even a beer festival. Throughout the year there are events taking place that will appeal to all tastes.  Read more... »
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  Excursions

  Amsterdam offers many excursion opportunities. Canal tours on a water bike, walking tours in the centre, or seeing the countryside from a minivan... You decide which fits best.  Read more... »
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  Cycling

  Bikes are extremely popular in Amsterdam. There isn’t a city in the World where people cycle as much. Rent a bike and feel like a true Amsterdam resident.  Read more... »
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  Walking

  The best way to get to know Amsterdam isn't only by bike, but walking. The city is surprisingly compact and all attractions can easily be reached by foot. You choose the tempo.  Read more... »
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  Exhibitions

  Love to look at paintings by the old masters, such as Rembrandt or Vermeer? Do you dream of the rigid lines of Mondrian? In Amsterdam there are 37 museums which cover all bases.  Read more... »
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  Shopping in Amsterdam

  Stroll around the world’s only floating flower market. Whisk your way through a fashionable department store. Or seek out specialty whiskeys or even novelty toothbrushes.  Read more... »
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  Amsterdam festivals

  Amsterdam is the festival city of Europe and this year offers up an exhilarating mix of performances and concerts by internationally renowned artists.  Read more... »
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  Sport

  Sport plays a key role in the mentality of Amsterdam. Ajax is the city's football club and is known throughout the world. But many other sports are popular in the city.  Read more... »