Laura Collins

Okay, the Netherlands might not be the first place that springs to mind when planning a beach holiday, but the Dutch are international champions at surprising people, and its capital is very much the figurehead of it all. The best beaches in Amsterdam (well, an hour away by train) are beautiful examples of the rugged coastline and power of the North Sea, offering photography and extreme sports opportunities aplenty. The best part? You can head there for the whole day and make it back to Dam for dinner. Here are the best beaches near Amsterdam.  RECOMMENDED:📍 The best things to do in Amsterdam🍴 The best restaurants in Amsterdam☕ The best coffeeshops in Amsterdam🏨 The best hotels in Amsterdam At Time Out, all of our travel guides are written by local writers who know their cities inside out. For more about how we curate, see our editorial guidelines.

One of the biggest questions confronting us when we plan a trip to Amsterdam is ‘How on earth do I choose which museum to go to first?’. This city has an abundance of great museums, from Van Gogh to Anne Frank Huis (which both require a bit of forward planning, as they sometimes book up months in advance), and plenty more you've probably never heard of. But if you're wondering about which museums to prioritise, rest assured that our local writer has been to them all. Small ones, big ones, ones floating on the water, you name it. Simply read on for everything you need to know about the best museums in Amsterdam (oh, and if you're more of an exclusively art person, try our list of the best galleries in Amsterdam on for size).  RECOMMENDED:🖼️ The best things to do in Amsterdam🌿 The best coffeeshops in Amsterdam🍝 The best restaurants in Amsterdam🏠 Where to stay in Amsterdam This guide was updated by Callum Booth, a writer based in Amsterdam. At Time Out, all of our travel guides are written by local writers who know their cities inside out. For more about how we curate, see our editorial guidelines. 

Choosing the right hotel is a hugely important part of any holiday. How many times has the perfect trip been ruined by shoddy service, leaking showers and uncomfortable beds? Too many times for our liking, so we’ve taken it on our broad shoulders to ensure that this never happens to anyone ever again. Ambitious? You better believe it. These are the absolute best hotels in Amsterdam, guaranteed excellence. The Dutch capital has no shortage of accommodation options, but there is something about our pick of eighteenth-century canal houses, converted bridge keepers’ houses and printing factory-turned-boutique hotspots that win the day. If you’re looking for a tip-top place to bed down after a day out exploring the city’s best museums, attractions and coffee shops, you’ve come to the right place. RECOMMENDED:🏠 The best Airbnbs in Amsterdam📍 Where to stay in Amsterdam 📍 The best things to do in Amsterdam🍴 The best restaurants in Amsterdam This article includes affiliate links. These links have no influence on our editorial content. For more information, click here.

If you’re looking for a destination that offers everything, look no further than Amsterdam. Raucous nightlife and world-beating cafes? Genre-defining museums and famous attractions? Beaches? Yeah, it is all here in the amazing capital of the Netherlands. Amsterdam tops all sorts of lists, and so it should.When all the excitement gets too much, the best parks in Amsterdam offer total tranquillity for clearing the head. These are beautiful spots for a morning jog or an afternoon stroll, although don’t be surprised to happen upon a playground, petting zoo or piece of local history. Amsterdam gonna Amsterdam, always.