Best Things to Do in Amsterdam on Vacation | Travel Tips by Flytographer

Courtney's Travel Tips for Amsterdam

What are the best places to eat and drink in Amsterdam?

The Flying Dutchman bar was absolutely incredible. The bartenders were so friendly and knowledgeable and really made the experience unforgettable, and I have never had cocktails so good (and expect I never will again, unless I go back!)

What are the best things to do in Amsterdam?

The Bols Cocktail Experience is a must for anyone interested in distilling, and had a lot of cool historical facts along the way. Great bartenders at the end of the tour, and we wished we'd done the bartending class as part of our ticket but just didn't have the time. You can also grab cocktails to go from the gift shop, which we took to the park with us for a little picnic. Also, if you're there for Pride, make sure to set up early along the canal for the parade so you can have a great view of the fabulous floats!

Visited Amsterdam in August

Photo Shoot Location: Western Canal Belt

Joanna in Amsterdam for Flytographer

Angie's Travel Tips for Amsterdam

What are the best places to eat and drink in Amsterdam?

Mama's Koelkast: beautiful story, delicious Surinaamse Rotti!

What are the best things to do in Amsterdam?

Bike tour with We Bike Amsterdam Rent a boat Food tour

What is the best tip for a romantic getaway in Amsterdam?

Enjoy Vondelpark! The park is a great place to relax with a picnic, drink, go for a bike ride or stroll. After dinner walk the canals and enjoy the neighborhoods and lights.

Visited Amsterdam in August

Photo Shoot Location: The Jordaan

Elina in Amsterdam for Flytographer

Dahlia's Travel Tips for Amsterdam

What are the best places to eat and drink in Amsterdam?

We sampled sampurna rice table and it was really good.

What are the best things to do in Amsterdam?

We enjoyed going to the museums. Just book them in advance because they can get sold out the closer you are to the daye you like. Enjoyed waking at the Albert Cuyp Market.

What is the best tip for celebrating your birthday in Amsterdam?

Have a fun photoshoot to commemorate every thing. Seize the moment. Everyday offers a surprise. Such a beautiful city.

Visited Amsterdam in August

Photo Shoot Location: The Jordaan

Joanna in Amsterdam for Flytographer

Norma's Travel Tips for Amsterdam

What are the best places to eat and drink in Amsterdam?

We love The Grasshopper Restaurant. The food was great and you get to have the best view of the canals and tall narrow buildings. The staff was friendly and even took pictures of us. You should try their Mojito!

What are the best things to do in Amsterdam?

They say that the best way to see Amsterdam is through a boat ride and that’s what we did! We had a 2-hour private boat cruise via Pure Boats Amsterdam and we loved it!

What is the best tip for celebrating your anniversary in Amsterdam?

My tip for making your anniversary really memorable is to hire Flytographer!

Visited Amsterdam in July

Photo Shoot Location: Western Canal Belt

Joanna in Amsterdam for Flytographer

Stephanie's Travel Tips for Amsterdam

What are the best places to eat and drink in Amsterdam?

We had Dutch pancakes every morning and the absolute best spot we found was The Pancake Club! Amazing Dutch pancakes!

What are the best things to do in Amsterdam?

We did a boat tour with Those Dam Boat Guys which was unique and really informative (and fun!). Best suggestion is to wander around and really experience the city and culture.

What is the best tip for travelling with kids to Amsterdam?

We walked A LOT. After about a day, the kids finally realized they needed to watch for bikes. I think a stroller would be very difficult to navigate with the narrow cobble stone streets. Definitely worth it though!

Visited Amsterdam in July

Photo Shoot Location: The Jordaan

Steven in Amsterdam for Flytographer

Tanya's Travel Tips for Amsterdam

What are the best places to eat and drink in Amsterdam?

Pancake Club was delicious for both standard pancakes and the minis!

What are the best things to do in Amsterdam?

We enjoyed the countryside e-bike tour with Mike’s Tours

What is the best tip for a romantic getaway in Amsterdam?

The Dylan was a great hotel with lovely indoor/outdoor space to lounge and have a drink

Visited Amsterdam in July

Photo Shoot Location: The Jordaan

Elina in Amsterdam for Flytographer

Harmony's Travel Tips for Amsterdam

What are the best places to eat and drink in Amsterdam?

Selma's Nordic Bakery and Coffee Shop.

What are the best things to do in Amsterdam?

Private Canal tour/cruise

What is your best travel tip for Amsterdam?

Prepare for multiple seasons in a day. Bring a good rain coat that not only keeps you dry but keeps you warm.

Visited Amsterdam in April

Photo Shoot Location: Western Canal Belt

Joanna in Amsterdam for Flytographer

Denyse's Travel Tips for Amsterdam

What are the best places to eat and drink in Amsterdam?

Enjoyed the rice table at cafe Blauw. Dinner at the Rijks restuarant was out of this world good.

What are the best things to do in Amsterdam?

I highly recommend going out to Keukenhof if you are visiting in the spring! The Van Gogh museum and Rijksmuseums are incredible. I really liked the “hidden” library at the Rijks. The Moco museum is also a chill museum to visit.

Visited Amsterdam in April

Photo Shoot Location: The Jordaan

Steven in Amsterdam for Flytographer

Kelsey's Travel Tips for Amsterdam

What are the best things to do in Amsterdam?

Van Gogh museum and Anne Frank house

Visited Amsterdam in March

Photo Shoot Location: The Jordaan

Joanna in Amsterdam for Flytographer

Nelson's Travel Tips for Amsterdam

What are the best places to eat and drink in Amsterdam?

Lagom Amsterdam was a great cafe with a stylish atmosphere and great food.

What are the best things to do in Amsterdam?

Just really enjoyed walking around admiring the architecture

Visited Amsterdam in January

Photo Shoot Location: Custom Route

Joanna in Amsterdam for Flytographer

Cynthia's Travel Tips for Amsterdam

What are the best places to eat and drink in Amsterdam?

Jardaan area is my favourite

What are the best things to do in Amsterdam?

Begin your day with a canal cruise to admire Amsterdam's famous canals. This will give you a unique perspective of the city. - Visit the Royal Palace on Dam Square, a historic landmark and one of the must-see attractions in Amsterdam. - Take a walk along Damrak (narrow houses), a bustling avenue that leads from Amsterdam Central Station to Dam Square. Reserve one hour canal at 16 Damrak. - Explore the Van Gogh Museum, (4:15pm) which houses the largest collection of Vincent van Gogh's artworks in the world. - Take a stroll through the picturesque Jordaan neighborhood, known for its charming streets, art galleries, and cozy cafes. PRINSENGRACHT PRINCE'S CANAL - Don't miss the Nine Streets (De Negen Straatjes), a shopping district with boutique stores and charming canal-side views.

Visited Amsterdam in December

Photo Shoot Location: The Jordaan

Joanna in Amsterdam for Flytographer

Joseph's Travel Tips for Amsterdam

What are the best places to eat and drink in Amsterdam?

Indonesian Rice Dinner and bar Taboo

What are the best things to do in Amsterdam?

The Riks Museum

What is the best tip for a romantic getaway in Amsterdam?

Learn the tram system to get around. Easy and fast

Visited Amsterdam in December

Photo Shoot Location: De Negen Straatjes

Joanna in Amsterdam for Flytographer

Leah's Travel Tips for Amsterdam

What are the best places to eat and drink in Amsterdam?

Hans Egstorf stroopwafels are the best! They make them fresh in front of you.

Visited Amsterdam in November

Photo Shoot Location: The Jordaan

Joanna in Amsterdam for Flytographer

Nisha's Travel Tips for Amsterdam

What are the best things to do in Amsterdam?

We enjoyed just walking the beautiful cobblestone streets, and the boat ride through the canals.

What is the best tip for travelling with kids to Amsterdam?

Amsterdam is a walkable city, so a stroller for little ones is very helpful. Staying by the Grand Central Station helped, because it was close to everything. The restaurants that had the outdoor seating helped, the kids enjoyed people watching. The food and ambience was amazing. The kids really enjoyed the hop on/hop off bus as well! Very helpful when you have little ones!

Visited Amsterdam in July

Photo Shoot Location: The Jordaan

Elina in Amsterdam for Flytographer

David's Travel Tips for Amsterdam

What are the best places to eat and drink in Amsterdam?

Ron Gastropub - interesting takes on different kinds of food.

What are the best things to do in Amsterdam?

The Anne Frank House and Resistance Museum were powerful and also important and appropriate for children. In particular, the kids section of the Resistance Museum was absolutely amazing. Also went to an Ajax match, which, despite a 2-1 loss, was an amazing experience.

What is the best tip for travelling with kids to Amsterdam?

Get rest, walk a lot, and visit the Anne Frank House and Resistance Museum.

Visited Amsterdam in October

Photo Shoot Location: The Jordaan

Steven in Amsterdam for Flytographer

Hoa's Travel Tips for Amsterdam

What are the best places to eat and drink in Amsterdam?

De Kas - incredible food and service!

What are the best things to do in Amsterdam?

Jordaan neighborhood and canal cruise

Visited Amsterdam in September

Photo Shoot Location: The Jordaan

Tania in Amsterdam for Flytographer

Melissa's Travel Tips for Amsterdam

What are the best places to eat and drink in Amsterdam?

Cafe papeneiland (For apple pie and coffee/wine) I have been coming to Amsterdam for 15+ years and it's the same gentlemen in this cafe serving me apple pie! Great pie and if you sit outside it's the best spot to watch the world go by. Lovely charming spot

What are the best things to do in Amsterdam?

Free summer concerts in Vondelpark

What is the best tip for travelling with kids to Amsterdam?

Rent a bakfiets and see the city by bike so the kids don't have to walk. Best way to see a lot of the city in a short amount of time.

Visited Amsterdam in July

Photo Shoot Location: The Jordaan

Tania in Amsterdam for Flytographer

Erin's Travel Tips for Amsterdam

What are the best places to eat and drink in Amsterdam?

De Gouden Reael (by Caron) was the most incredible meal and lovely experience sitting outside by the canal, enjoying their Michelin Guide rated French cuisine.

What are the best things to do in Amsterdam?

The Van Gogh Museum is a can't miss (though you can easily miss it if you don't book your tickets months in advance). On a nice day, take the free ferry and a book from the Centraal station across the river and sit in the park to the left of the Eye Film Museum and enjoy the views.

What is the best tip for a friends' getaway in Amsterdam?

Make a dinner reservation for every night! The food scene in Amsterdam is amazing but the restaurants are small so walk-ins are tough.

Visited Amsterdam in July

Photo Shoot Location: The Jordaan

Tania in Amsterdam for Flytographer

Michelle's Travel Tips for Amsterdam

What are the best places to eat and drink in Amsterdam?

Janz at the Pulitzer Hotel

What are the best things to do in Amsterdam?

The Houseboat Museum is fun and interesting! Anne Frank Museum Canal Cruise with Flagship!

Visited Amsterdam in July

Photo Shoot Location: Custom Route

Joanna in Amsterdam for Flytographer

Angela's Travel Tips for Amsterdam

What are the best things to do in Amsterdam?

Walking around Jordaan area, biking around the city and in Vondelpark, making a day trip out to neighboring cities like Utrecht or even visiting Efteling (highlight for our kids!)

What is the best tip for travelling with kids to Amsterdam?

Amsterdam is such a family friendly city! We loved traveling with our kids who are 7 and 3. It's easy to get around in a stroller for our toddler and our older one loved walking around and exploring the city. We stayed in the Jordaan area in an AirBnB which was perfect because it was away from the busy downtown area but still so convenient and near all shops and restaurants. One of the highlights of our trip was biking around the city and having a nice lunch at Vondelpark. Our 7-year-old rented his own bike and was able to ride along with us while my husband rented a bike with a cargo for our toddler. Another favorite was taking a day trip out to Utrecht (easy ride by train) which is the most charming neighboring town and had the most awesome train museum called Spoorwegmuseum. This was such a fun museum for kids all ages and wasn't crowded at all. It's a short walk or train ride from the main Utrecht train station. The main highlight of our trip was then training out to Efteling, one of the oldest amusement parks in Europe. We've been to many theme parks including Paris Disneyland and Disneyworld and this was still by far our favorite amusement park yet! It's about an hour car-ride out and a 2-hour train/bus ride from Amsterdam but it's not to be missed! We stayed a night at the Efteling hotel to get early access to the park the next day. We definitely would recommend this as a place to visit if families are traveling to Amsterdam and have the time!

Visited Amsterdam in July

Photo Shoot Location: The Jordaan

Tania in Amsterdam for Flytographer

Julie's Travel Tips for Amsterdam

What are the best places to eat and drink in Amsterdam?

Pancake Bakery was unbelievable for sweet and savory, almost sinful pancakes!

What is your best travel tip for Amsterdam?

Bring a raincoat, weather changes quickly, and be careful or you’ll get run over by all the bikes!

Visited Amsterdam in July

Photo Shoot Location: The Jordaan

Tania in Amsterdam for Flytographer

Miranda's Travel Tips for Amsterdam

What are the best places to eat and drink in Amsterdam?

We loved Fabel Frites and Teds and La Maschera!

What are the best things to do in Amsterdam?

The Dutch Resistance Museum was such a unique experience because it’s not your typical museum. We loved that it gave personal accounts from throughout WWII and shed light on all perspectives.

What is the best tip for a romantic getaway in Amsterdam?

Staying on a houseboat for this trip brought us so much joy! We really took advantage of drinking wine and eating cheese on our own deck. It was fun to watch boats go by on the canal and just be secluded in our own space but still so connected to the city.

Visited Amsterdam in July

Photo Shoot Location: Custom Route

Joanna in Amsterdam for Flytographer

Vanessa's Travel Tips for Amsterdam

What are the best places to eat and drink in Amsterdam?

I loved Moeders, a mother-themed restaurant that serves traditional Dutch fare. Bring a picture of your own mother to add to the walls!

What are the best things to do in Amsterdam?

I loved taking a canal tour of Amsterdam.

What is the best tip for solo travel in Amsterdam?

Use public transport and walk a lot. The city is so easy to get around. Take a day trip from Amsterdam and see some of the beautiful Dutch countryside.

Visited Amsterdam in June

Photo Shoot Location: The Jordaan

Tania in Amsterdam for Flytographer

Ashley's Travel Tips for Amsterdam

What are the best places to eat and drink in Amsterdam?

We loved NENI restaurant for dinner! Delicious! Also staring at Jacob for brunch was delicious! And you must try an original stroop waffle from Rudi’s at the farmers market. Omg deliciousness!

What are the best things to do in Amsterdam?

Private boat tour with romantic tours amsterdamn!

Visited Amsterdam in June

Photo Shoot Location: The Jordaan

Steven in Amsterdam for Flytographer

Tina's Travel Tips for Amsterdam

What are the best places to eat and drink in Amsterdam?

Verlas Café was casual, trendy and delicious.

What are the best things to do in Amsterdam?

Anne Frank Museum, nighttime canal cruise, and taking photos with Joanna ❤️

What is the best tip for celebrating your anniversary in Amsterdam?

We had a lovely dinner, an evening canal cruise and photographs with Joanna.

Visited Amsterdam in June

Photo Shoot Location: The Jordaan

Joanna in Amsterdam for Flytographer