Amsterdam, a city brimming with culture, history, stunning architecture, and maybe a bit expensive! That can be truth but here are 15 suggestions to explore the city without breaking the bank:
Parks:
- Explore the Vondelpark: This expansive park is a popular spot for picnics, cycling, and people-watching.
- Have fun at AmstelPark: It’s a popular place for families thanks to mini-golf, a labyrinth, a miniature train, and a petting zoo.
- Hide gem in East: There are playgrounds, tennis courts, water sports, a swimming pool and running routes.
Museums:
- Admire the Rijksmuseum Gardens: Even if you don’t have time to visit the museum, the beautiful gardens are free to enter.
- Explore the Jewish Historical Museum: This museum offers free entry to its permanent exhibitions.
- Visit the Hermitage Amsterdam: The museum offers free entry to its temporary exhibitions.
Walking around:
- Wander through the Jordaan: This charming neighborhood is perfect for leisurely strolls, admiring the beautiful canal houses, and discovering hidden courtyards.
- Visit the Bloemenmarkt: The iconic floating flower market is a vibrant spectacle, offering a delightful sensory experience.
- Take a Free Walking Tour: Many local guides offer free walking tours of the city, sharing fascinating stories and historical insights.
- People-Watch at Leidseplein: This lively square is a great place to soak up the atmosphere and watch the world go by.
- Visit the Nieuwmarkt: This historic square is home to a bustling market, offering fresh produce, antiques, and street food.
Photogenic spots:
- Royal Palace of Amsterdam: A 17th-century landmark in Dam Square.
- Westerkerk: Towers over Amsterdam’s city center with its bell tower, which stands at 85 meters
- Zevenlandenhuizen: A row of 7 houses showing the architectural styles 7 different European countries.
- Damrak: It overlooks the Amstel River, with a beautiful view of Amsterdam’s gable houses.
Don’t wait to enjoy all of these free options and to discover Amsterdam’s hidden surprises!