🇳🇱 Amsterdam travel guide

Canals, bikes and world-class museums, all within a short walk. Great for a long weekend.

Best time to visit: April for tulips, or September when summer crowds fade.
Daily budget: About £110–£170 a day — rooms are pricey, so book early.
Getting there: About 1h15 from the UK, or the Eurostar from London in around 4 hours. Trains from Schiphol reach Centraal in 15 minutes.
Getting around: Tap your contactless card on trams and trains. Hire a bike for a day to see it like a local.
Where to stay: Jordaan for canal charm, De Pijp for food, Oost for better prices.

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