After nearly three decades living in the city center—and guiding visitors through the best things to do in Amsterdam since 2011—I can tell you one thing for certain. Most people looking for things to do in Amsterdam arrive with the completely wrong idea of what this city actually is. Yes, there is a reputation for…

Spring in Amsterdam is, in my opinion, the most beautiful time of the year. From March to May, the city slowly wakes up after winter. It’s still a bit cold — you’ll feel the wind along the canals and you’ll definitely need a jacket — but something starts to change. The first flowers begin to…

If you search for “crazy things to do in Amsterdam,” you’ll quickly notice something: most articles list completely normal attractions and just label them as “crazy.” Museums, viewpoints, canal cruises… nice, yes — but not exactly what you’d expect. After living in Amsterdam’s city center since 1997 and working as a guide since 2011, I’ve…

If you want to do Amsterdam in one day, the real challenge isn’t what to see — it’s how to choose. The city center may look small on the map, but in reality, you simply can’t cover everything in one day. I’ve been guiding people around Amsterdam since 2011, including many travelers on short layovers,…

Amsterdam is famous for its picturesque canals, elegant gabled houses, and centuries of maritime history. But behind the beauty of the city lies a darker past filled with mysterious events, old legends, and stories that have been whispered for generations. Over more than seven hundred years, Amsterdam has witnessed dramatic moments — from medieval punishments…