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From its historical buildings and museums to its cosmopolitain life, Amsterdam offers a stimulating variety of arts, culture, sports and nightlife. With 60 theatres, churches and concert halls, 45 museums, 141 commercial art galleries, 2 sports stadiums and countless clubs popping up all the time, there's always something to do from sunrise to sunset.
Museums
Amsterdam has over fifty museums which attract millions of visitors each year, from traditional to modern art to architecture to special museums for children, these museums clearly play an important role in the historical and cosmopolitan cultural atmosphere of the city.
Cinemas
Amsterdam's mix of classic arthouses and modern multiplex cinemas ensures everyone can enjoy the cinema experience.
Theatres
Amsterdam plays host to around 14,000 theatre performances every year at more than 150 venues: from historical halls to modern complexes, from a former gasometer to a dockyard at a former cold-storage warehouse.
Nightlife
The Amsterdam night scene is known for its cutting-edge style and trend-setting variety - from its lively clubs & hippest lounges to its underground scene and breakthrough DJs. Even if your day has been filled with rain and broken umbrellas, grace the city after dark to revel in the midnight sun.
Annual Cultural Festivals
Don't miss these special festivals - they are one-of-a-kind examples of the unique cultural life that is Amsterdam's trademark.
Sports Capital
Throughout Amsterdam’s rich sports history, the city has consistently been adding top sports to its lists and top events to its calendar. Here are some of the sports events to look out for.
Sightseeing
Every year, millions are drawn to the unique and renowned beauty of Amsterdam and its surroundings - from its historical canal houses, to its modern archtiecture as well as the surrounding countryside.
