What to do in Amsterdam: top 12 must-sees in 2025!

Visiting Amsterdam with a great guide, seeing its neighborhoods and most beautiful monuments, to fill up on culture and anecdotes, it's great! To make your stay unique, I highly recommend it!

During the a private guided tour (in French!) lasting about 3 hoursYou'll tour Amsterdam's most emblematic landmarks. Just you and a passionate guide, who will tell you all the historical facts and stories you need to know.

From classic canals to the unusual beguinagefrom the museum district to the Vondelpark, you'll have a comprehensive overview of the city. As an added bonus, your guide will give you tips and advice to make the rest of your stay memorable!

For those in a hurryClick on the link below to find out all about this superb guided tour:

An excursion to discover picturesque Dutch culture

Amsterdam's surroundings are full of wonders, and this day trip is the perfect way to discover them! You'll love immersing yourself in the country's traditional culture! I recommend 🙂

Amsterdam is a capital rich in districts and monuments to discover, the surrounding towns and villages allow you to explore another facet of the country. On this day trip, you'll see windmills, taste stroopwafels, visit a cheese factory and wear traditional costumes!

Several stages - Zaanse Schans, VolendamMarken - will make this an unforgettable day out. With an experienced guide to help you get to grips with what you're seeing, and places full of charm, you're sure to be won over!

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Explore the Red Light District

Visit Amsterdam's Red Light District is a symbol of the citya must-see also known as Red light District because of the red lamps that still light up the streets.

You can browse it by dayto discover the charming alleyways of the De Wallen district, the Museum of Eroticism or the cannabis one, or the old church Oude Kerk. Or at nightwith a sexier atmosphere, with prostitutes on display in the windows.

An atypical district in Europe, it's a must-see if you're looking for a place to relax. visit Amsterdam on a short break.

Discover the Coffee Shop atmosphere

When we think of Amsterdam, several images regularly come to mind: the shop windows of the Red Light district, the canals that have earned it the nickname of Venice of the North and... coffee shops !

Taking advantage of a very soft legislation When it comes to cannabis, the Dutch capital has become a mecca for cannabis tourism. Smoking enthusiasts gather in cafés specially dedicated to the consumption of weed or hashish, and unwind in an atmosphere that invites relaxation.

Smokers will appreciate the variety of products marijuana-based available and the often atypical setting of these coffeeshops. And non-smokers can have a coffee or a bite to eat, simply to enjoy the atmosphere, the music or the decor.

A must-do, out of curiosity!

Tour the city's best museums

There are many very good museums in Amsterdam and you may not have time to visit them all. Make your choice according to the type of art you're interested in, with some of the most captivating museums :

• Visit Van Gogh museumto discover the works of the most famous Dutch painter
• Visit Rijksmuseumthe country's largest museum, dedicated mainly to local art. The collection boasts over 1 million pieces, and masterpieces by Rembrandt, Vermeer and Hals fill the 80 rooms!
• NEMO Amsterdama museum dedicated to science that makes discovery fun. A great choice for families!
• Visit Stedelijk MuseumA showcase for modern and contemporary art, featuring artists such as Paul Cézanne, Andy Warhol, Kandinsky, Matisse and Yayoi Kusama.
• Visit MOCO Museumknown in particular for housing a large collection of works by protest artist Banksy
• For fans of street art, the Straat Museum and its 160 works is a must-see!

Good to know : Amsterdam Pass is a card that includes a visit to some of these museums!

Visit Anne Franck's House

Amsterdam was the home of the infamous author of Diary of Anne Franck. The family home can be visited, and provides an insight into the life of a Jewish family during the Occupation.

The a visit not to be missedThe tour includes documents from the period, the manuscript of the famous diary and decorative elements that plunge you into the intimacy of this young girl's tragic destiny.

Familiarize yourself with the local beer

One of the other elements associated with the Netherlands is beerheadlined by the famous Heineken local. Lovers of this beverage will be able to scour the bars (notably the highly original Amsterdam Ice Bar), I recommend one activity in particular: the Heineken Experience !

A real course on how this beer is madeWe'll take you on a tour of the brewing techniques and facilities required, ending, of course, with a tasting session. Instructive and great fun!

Go for a bike ride

Visit bike is the main means of locomotion in Amsterdam and you can easily rent a bike to explore the city. A gentle way to along the canals and stroll through the parks at your own pace.

Everything is done to simplify life for cyclists, and it's easy to get from point A to point B. Among the most pleasant places to pedal are the Vondelpark or the magnificent flower garden Keukenhof30 km from the town.

Sailing Amsterdam's canals

The best way to enjoy a privileged view of the city is to take part in a a cruise on the Amsterdam canals.

You'll pass by some of the capital's most beautiful monuments, pass through some of its most emblematic neighbourhoods and take in some of the city's most beautiful monuments. superb photos all the way. A multilingual audio guide is also available to fill you up!

Visit the Royal Palace

The inhabitants of Amsterdam sometimes refer to it as the eighth wonder of the world. The building, dedicated to organizing events for the royal family, is an architectural marvel. Its majestic halls and vast art collection evoke the country's glory days.

Don't miss the world maps at your feet! As well as the Atlas statue at the entrance, for a visit in excess.

Admire the city from its best vantage point

Although Amsterdam is a very flat capital in terms of relief, it does have a viewpoint from which to appreciate the entire area. These are the A'Dam Lookouta 100-metre-high tower that's a sight to behold.

And for the more adventurous, this is where you'll find the famous Amsterdam swingYou'll be able to enjoy the scenery suspended above the void. A unique experience for thrill-seekers!

Discover the most unusual exhibitions

Amsterdam is a lively city, where art can take many different forms. If you like unusual activitiesI invite you to discover :

• This is Hollandan incredible flight simulator to discover the whole country through the eyes of a bird
• The exhibition Body Worldswith plastinated human bodies that reveal the human anatomy from every angle
• The Upside DownA crazy activity for taking photos in the most unusual positions and settings. A real treat for Instagram users!
• Visit Amsterdam light factorywith famous works of art staged like you've never seen them before!

If you're looking for things to do in Amsterdam, you've come to the right place. an unforgettable stay ! And don't forget excellent restaurants to discover local flavours.

Enjoy your stay!