As vaccines roll out and travel resumes, now is a great time to dream about your next international getaway. If Amsterdam is on your list, here’s a visual introduction to the city’s highlights and what makes it such a memorable destination.
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Once the world’s only floating market, Bloemenmarkt’s 15 shops along the canal are now the primary source of tulip bulbs and souvenirs for visitors. © Arkantostock | Dreamstime.com -
Amsterdam’s canal ring spans roughly 62 miles and dates to the 17th century. The main canals—Herengracht, Prinsengracht and Keizersgracht—form a UNESCO-listed historic layout that defines the city’s charm. © Veronika Galkina | Dreamstime.com
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The City Centre is home to world-class museums, lively markets and historic sites including the Anne Frank House, Noordermarkt and Stadsschouwburg—making it a cultural hub for visitors. © Madrugadaverde | Dreamstime.com
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9 Straatjes (the Nine Streets) is a picturesque shopping neighborhood within the canal ring, known for its independent boutiques, vintage shops and thoughtful design stores. © Inna Felker | Dreamstime.com
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The Rijksmuseum houses over a million works spanning Dutch art and history, including masterpieces by Rembrandt and Van Gogh—an essential stop for art lovers. © Olga Lupol | Dreamstime.com
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A short trip from Amsterdam, Zaanse Schans recreates the look of an 18th–19th-century Dutch village, complete with traditional wooden houses, working windmills and agricultural buildings. © Tomas Marek | Dreamstime.com
