Amsterdam, Exploring the Jerusalem of the North
Being the capital and most congested city in the Netherlands, Amsterdam is home to over 860,000 residents in the town proper, 1.3 million in the urban area, and 2.4 million in the metropolitan area. The city’s name came from the word “Amstelredamme” which represents the dam in the nearby river of Amstel. Amsterdam, Netherlands was particularly known as a fishing village back in the 12th century but has now grown into a popular tourist destination. If you’re coming into the area by plane, you can arrive at either the nearby Rotterdam The Hague Airport or the local Amsterdam-Schiphol Aiport. You can find plenty of hotels and accommodation choices just around the airport.
Best Time to Visit
April is marked with moderately cold weather and relatively expensive Amsterdam, Netherlands hotels. This is mainly because of the King’s Day celebration in the city, attracting millions of locals and tourists to the area. The annual occasion features a whole day of street carnival, entertainment, and a quaint flea market. Expect crowded streets during this month. However, if you come by December, there will be fewer tourists around and cheaper accommodations available.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Marvel at impressive art collections at the Van Gogh Museum and the Rijksmuseum. Afterward, make sure you swing by Anne Frank House as well and dive deep into the biography of Jewish wartime diarist, Anne Frank.At the end of the day, get pampered at one of the best hotels in town including the 5-star Andaz Amsterdam Prinsengracht – A Concept by Hyatt, the charming Grand Hotel Amrath Amsterdam, and the nearby DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Amsterdam Centraal Station.