What to see in Amsterdam with children

Amsterdam is a charming, relaxed city and Children will love the boats, streetcars and parks.

Today I'm talking about what you can see in Amsterdam with children.

Amsterdam with children: article summary

Amsterdam with children: a boat trip

Amsterdam is famous for its canals, and the best way to see them is by boat. A canal tour is a fantastic way to see the city and get your bearings on the first day.

Many companies offer tours with audio commentary, so you know what you're looking at. Tours last about 60 to 90 minutes.

See the sunflowers at the Van Gogh Museum

Visit Van Gogh museum has the world's largest collection of the painter's works, including the famous sunflowers, self-portraits and the magnificent almond blossoms.

Children can take part in a treasure hunt or collect Vincent's "Valise de voyage", a suitcase filled with objects to learn more about the paintings. You can book a guided family tour or take advantage of the museum's fun interactive audio tour.

The Van Gogh Museum opens daily 9 am to 5 pm, until 10 pm on Fridays.

See the doll's house at the Rijksmuseum

The magnificent Rijksmuseum boasts an impressive collection of 17th-century Dutch art, including paintings by Vermeer and Rembrandt.

It's a vast museum, so it's best to limit visits with children to a few highlights. Petronella Oortman's dolls' house is furnished with tortoiseshell cabinets, Chinese porcelain and real silver plates.

The Rijksmuseum opens daily from 9 am to 5 pm.

Eating pancakes all day long

For breakfast, you can take them with you. enjoy a plate of PoffertjesThe menu also includes a selection of delicious mini Dutch pancakes. At lunchtime, you can also enjoy a cheese and ham crêpe.

On site, you'll be able to discover many different crêpes to suit everyone's tastes.

Take a mystery tour of the Palais Royal

The Koninklijk Paleis, still used by the Dutch royal family for official events, was built as a town hall during the Dutch Golden Age in the 17th century.

There are maps of the world on the marble floor of the vast central hall, and mythological heroes and creatures to spot. You'll also see a court where death sentences were pronounced.

The children's audio guide is one of the best available. You are guided through the main rooms by a 17th-century boy investigating a mysterious robbery.

The Royal Palace is open almost daily from 10 am to 5 pm.

Visit the floating flower market

Visit Bloemenmarktthe floating flower market on the Singel Canal, sells bouquets of fresh tulips in every imaginable color and is a good place to linger. Colorful wooden tulips are also a must. great memories.

For your family, I recommend an Amsterdam VIP Pass. The I Amsterdam map offers unlimited use of public transport (bus, streetcar and metro) and free admission to many of Amsterdam's best museums. Enough to see as much as possible during your stay.

Vacationing in Amsterdam with your children is an exceptional experience. During your stay, you will discover beautiful places and create incredible memories of this magnificent Dutch city.

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