Visiting a Canal House in Amsterdam
As you walk or sail along the canals of Amsterdam you’ll see the famous canal houses which give the city’s historic centre its distinctive architectural style. These ‘dancing houses’ (known as such due to the fact that they are now so wonky) were once homes for wealthy merchants but now are mostly offices or hotels. […]
Spring is coming! Here are our pick of the best things to do in Amsterdam in March
‘March comes in like a lion and leaves like a lamb…’ January and February can be pretty miserable months in Amsterdam with the year’s worst weather but as March comes along, the days are becoming longer and brighter already! Spring is one of the best times to be in the city – after a long […]
What to see in Amsterdam – alternative sights away from the tourist track
Amsterdam has a fair few sights that are considered must-see by most tourists visiting the city. Images of the Red-Light District, Rijksmuseum and Dam Square may spring to mind but what if you want to get off the beaten track and see some sights more representative of the Amsterdam that locals see and enjoy every […]