Amsterdam is referred to as one of the most colorful and vibrant cities in the world and rightly so! Where else do you find so many places of interest, mansions and palaces, famous museums, cozy pubs and discotheques, shopping avenues and fun shops and flower markets all at one place? The place is teeming with visitors and tourists from all parts of the world during most part of the year and is a great place to visit to have a dream holiday in a relaxed manner.





How to reach
Amsterdam, the capital city of Netherlands is inhabited by less than 1 million people of different nationalities. Amsterdam Airport- Schiphol is still regarded as one of the best airports in Europe in terms of travelers’ facilities. KLM Royal Dutch Airlines is the official airlines of the Netherlands and connects to most of the important destinations of Europe, Asia and America.

Local Transport
Schiphol is situated very centrally in the Netherlands and is not far from Amsterdam. Trains and buses are available for your place of stay. Private taxis are also available at reasonable rates. Amsterdam is also a city of trams and you can enjoy a ride and have a great time.

Accommodation
Amsterdam is a tourists' delight for number of choices they can have. From lavish hotels and resorts to youth hostels and modest apartments, everything is available in the city at all rates. It is advisable to do an advance booking especially for first few days as the city is swarmed with business and leisure travelers





Places of Interest
Amsterdam's historical charm is just one face of this dynamic modern city. The splendor of its waterside buildings blends with a sophisticated business environment, to create one of Europe's most popular destinations. Beautiful dolls' houses, the finest Delftware, a wealth of silver, icons of Dutch history and of course the paintings by the great masters of the 17th century, Frans Hals, Jan Steen, Vermeer and Rembrandt all add to the splendor of this city. The place has everything a tourist can ask for in his holiday. From castles and manor houses to museums and art galleries housing priceless collection and artifacts of history to zoos, amusement parks, marinas and light houses, pristine beaches and beauty parlor spas, Amsterdam has plenty of options to spend some quality time. Van Gogh Museum, Rembrandt House Museum, Amsterdam Historisch Museum, Jewish Historical Museum, Rijksmuseum are important tourists attractions. Queen Beatrix's Palace and Artis Zoo which is the oldest zoo in Netherlands are also frequently visited by tourists and visitors. Wax statues at Madame Tussaud's are a great treat to watch. Amsterdam is also the diamond hub of Netherlands and diamond factories in Amsterdam are a great learning experience to have a first hand experience as to how raw diamonds are given shape and polished to make them world class.

Shopping
A complete shopping experience awaits you right at the airport itself in the See Buy Fly shopping centre at tax-free prices. Fashion and jewellery by top designers, cosmetics, perfume, as well a various Dutch products such as bulbs and delftware are available in various stores and plazas across the city.

Nightlife
With plenty of discotheques, pubs, cafes and night clubs in the city, night owls can have the best of times. At any days more than 40 live concerts, orchestras and performances are going on in city theatres and music galleries and art connoisseurs will never be disappointed in the city.

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