Welcome to The Netherlands

The Netherlands is known for its canals, cycling culture, tulips, windmills, historic buildings, cities and world-famous art. Amsterdam is the country’s best-known destination, but there are plenty of charming towns, museums, and natural landscapes to explore beyond the capital.

Yes, there are hop-on, hop-off buses in the Netherlands. These are good ways to explore some of the bigger cities such as Amsterdam, although smaller cities are generally easier to get around by opting to use local transport options or cycling.

There are lots of family-friendly and child-friendly activities in the Netherlands. Zoos, museums, theme parks, travelling through the countryside, cycling and seeing traditional windmills and the countryside are all great activities to do with kids in the Netherlands.

For the most popular attractions in the Netherlands, pre-booking is essential. For instance, you should pre-book the Anne Frank Museum as this can be very popular, especially during peak tourist seasons such as the festive period and the summer months.

The Netherlands is a great destination throughout the year. Spring is the best time to see the tulips, while summer is ideal for cycling and exploring big cities. Autumn also brings colourful scenery with the additional bonus of lower flight costs and fewer crowds, and winter is the quietest period of all, outside of the Christmas peak.

There are plenty of excellent day trips from Amsterdam. Visit Zaanse Schans for traditional windmills and Dutch countryside, while cities such as Utrecht and Haarlem are also easy to visit on a day trip. Coastal towns and beaches can also be visited directly from Amsterdam when day-tripping in the Netherlands.