Take your bike through the bicycle passage of the Rijksmuseum and stop right in the middle of the square. Park your bike and just look around for a second, as you are now surrounded by the finest museums in the Netherlands.
Want to learn more about the art history of the country and see Rembrandt’s famous painting ‘The Night Watch’? The Rijksmuseum is your destination.
The Van Gogh museum is obviously dedicated to the work of this famous painter. But you won’t just see his work, you’ll also learn more about the painter, the life he lived and letters he wrote.
More into modern art? The Stedelijk Museum’s got your back, just look out for something that looks like a giant bathtub and you cannot miss it.
Try Some Dutch Snacks
Having the munchies after hours of walking around the streets of Amsterdam or perhaps that short stop at a coffee shop? We know exactly where to go and what to eat and make sure you try at least some of these specialties before you leave the country. Dutch people love them and we think you’ll appreciate them too.
You’ve probably seen ‘FEBO’ a few times here and there and if you’ve never set foot inside one is about time you discover their great wall of Dutch snacks. Insert a coin, or your ATM card, and pull out delicious, warm delicacies. The ‘kroket’ is a must try, which is a fried, breadcrumbed food roll usually containing meat (beef, veal) mixed with a creamy béchamel and yummy spices that you eat with mustard. Other options are the ‘frikandel’, like a minced meat hotdog, a burger or you can order a soft serve and a number of other options at the counter.
Also, look out for a HEMA sign and score the best sausage in the world, locals happily make a detour for this one and so should you.
Stroopwafels (plural, yes), caramel waffles, are not just famous in the Netherlands anymore. They’re exported to all corners of the world but fresh ones, from the market, are definitely best.
If you’re feeling adventurous try eating raw herring, it’s delicious and healthy but you either love it or,…well, it’s up to you!
In restaurants, keep an eye out for dishes like ‘stamppot’ (mashed potatoes, vegetables and sausage or bacon, sometimes both), ‘snert’ (pea soup) and ‘poffertjes’ (small Dutch pancakes) if you want to try something local.