culture – AWESOME AMSTERDAM

WINDMILLS IN AMSTERDAM

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There are eight surviving windmills in Amsterdam. Visiting these lovely pieces of Dutch history is a great way to see many areas of the city.

7 Best Museums in Rotterdam

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Of course we’re huge fans of Amsterdam, but Rotterdam comes in close! It’s such an interesting city full of unique architecture, cool culture and lots of open water. When visiting Rotterdam be sure to stop by at least one of the many museums. There are museums for every taste, from modern art to natural history….

Hortus Botanicus

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The Hortus Botanicus is one of the oldest botanical gardens in the world, nearly 400 years old. Stroll through the greenhouses and wander the leafy gardens. Don’t miss the Butterfly house!

Amsterdam Light Festival

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The Amsterdam Light Festival adds bright beauty to the city during the darkest months of the year. View the spectacular light sculptures created by artists in public spaces either on foot, by bicycle or by canal boat.

UITMARKT: Start of Amsterdam’s Cultural Season

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Uitmarkt celebrates the opening of the Dutch cultural season and is the Netherlands’ largest cultural festival. Catch a classical quartet, children’s theater, rock concert, ballet, or a film – all for free!

World Press Photo Exhibit Amsterdam

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Every year the World Press Photo exhibit comes to Amsterdam. This display of the top news images from the past year is usually both inspiring and horrifying. Visit the exhibit at Amsterdam’s Nieuwe Kerk from April 14 to July 22.

Coolest Libraries in Amsterdam- Rijksmuseum library

18 Coolest Libraries in Amsterdam

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Bookworms and architecture lovers unite! There are many interesting libraries in Amsterdam, and some of them are quite hidden. Let’s explore a few favorites.

FOAM Photography Museum

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FOAM, or FOtografiemuseum AMsterdam, hosts regularly rotating exhibitions by both new and famous photography, video and multimedia artists.

OPEN MONUMENT DAYS

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During the weekend of September 8th and 9th more than 4,000 beautiful monuments in the Netherlands are open to the public. It is a great opportunity to visit the historic buildings in Amsterdam.

ARTZUID

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ARTZUID 2017 takes place from 19 May – 17 September on the Apollolaan, Minervalaan, Zuidas and the Museumplein in Amsterdam. Take a walk or a cycle ride along the route to view the artworks.

Van Gogh Museum

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This airy, bright space holds the world’s largest collection of artworks by Vincent Van Gogh. Definitely worth a visit to see these beautiful paintings.

GEVELSTENEN IN AMSTERDAM

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When you are walking around Amsterdam, look up! See those little signs or plaques on the facades of the buildings? Learn more about gevelstenen and see our favorites here.

Rijksmuseum

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The Rijksmuseum has re-opened after being closed for 10 years for a remodel! Come see the bright beautiful space and admire the world famous artworks.

Museum Geelvinck Hinlopen Huis

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The beautiful canal house museum Geelvinck Hinlopen Huis consists of a gorgeous garden and four rooms on the first floor of the house. Each room is decorated in the typical style of the period.

Concertgebouw

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The Royal Concertgebouw was originally built in 1888 and is home to the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra. The building is gorgeous both inside and out. Catch a concert soon, perhaps even for FREE!

VONDELPARK OPEN AIR THEATER

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What could be better than FREE entertainment in a beautiful park? Every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from May-August the Vondelpark Open Air Theater hosts shows by world-class performers.