The Dutch experience: the attractions you shouldn't miss in Amsterdam

With its beautiful canals, narrow streets and cyclists pedaling for pleasure, Amsterdam is without a doubt one of the most beautiful cities in Europe. Whether you like culinary and nightlife, art and museums, wandering the markets, Amsterdam offers it all. Also, due to the design of the city, you can do a lot in it – in a relatively short time, it is relatively easy to travel a lot.

Here are 10 things to do that will show you the best of what Amsterdam has to offer:

1. Canal sailing
The best way to understand and see how Amsterdam is built, is on a cruise in its ring of canals. The canals, which helped shape the character of the city, were even recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Day or night, a cruise (self-guided or guided) will reveal the history of the city to you, offer a different perspective on its attractions, and allow you to enter the mode of Holiday.

2. Pedal around Amsterdam
One of the most popular ways to travel around the city is by bicycle. This is a great way to get to know the city like the locals do and get around without relying on public transportation. There are several places in Amsterdam to rent bicycles, at super affordable prices, so this way is also suitable for those with a low budget. In any case, there is nothing like pedaling for fun and stopping every now and then for a snack and coffee on the way.

3. Visit the Anne Frank House
One of the sites that every Israeli should visit is the Anne Frank House. The story of Anne Frank is one of those associated with World War II and the Holocaust, since she recorded her experiences while hiding in a diary. Walking through the small rooms where she wrote her story is an experience you won't forget. And if you're already here, you can also visit the Dutch Resistance Museum, the Verzetsmuseum, which tells about life during the Nazi occupation.
Details on the website: www.annefrank.org

4. Wondr Experience – the pop-up museum
The wondr experience museum offers an interactive experience for the whole family. The museum is made up of several spaces, where you will find a room of mirrors, a pink marshmallow pool, a roof with a pink beach, and more.
Details on the website: https://www.wondrexperience.com/en

5. Overlook the city from the A'DAM tower
A'DAM Tower, a high-rise building from the 1970s, you will find a six-seater swing with which you can swing over the edge of the building and a hundred meters in the air. And that's not all, it also offers a virtual reality roller coaster experience, a 360-degree view of the entire city, and two restaurants.
Details on the website: https://www.adamlookout.com/

6. Soak up the atmosphere in Dam Square
The square in the heart of Amsterdam is a focal point for tourists from all over the world. In the square, in the heart of crowds of people, find the Royal Palace (admission fee), the National Monument and the New Church. Fans of pop culture can also find the Madame Tussauds museum nearby. Besides, the square occasionally hosts changing fairs, food stalls and other attractions.

7. Visit Wendelpark
Locals and tourists alike will not miss Wendelpark, a green oasis with landscaped gardens, winding paths, pools and sculptures. This is an ideal place to stop for a moment the race from attraction to attraction, have a picnic and soak up some sun. The park has several cafes and an open theater.

8. The flower market
Even if you don't have green fingers, you shouldn't miss a visit to Amsterdam's flower market. The flower market, located on the Singel canal, combines a floating market with display stands on boats. In the market you can enjoy a wealth of colors and scents of blossoms, just before proceeding to the next attraction.

9. Don't give up on the nightlife
Many times when we travel all day, we tend to slow down at night, but Amsterdam is not the place to do that. The city is full of cool bars, dance clubs, wild parties and concerts. Amsterdam's nightlife begins in the Red Light District and continues to other districts, each with a different character and vibe. The LGBT community will also find a host of options here.

10. Coffee stop
The Netherlands is one of the five leading countries in coffee drinking, so you will find coffee shops in almost every corner of the city. The coffee-drinking culture is so developed here, that comparing in a coffee shop in the city is a must. In almost every cafe you stop at, you will also find a small food menu, so a stop in the middle of the trip can definitely turn into a light meal. And while the Dutch like their coffee black, you can find here all the types of coffee you want.