Jordaan

“The museum house of Jewish wartime diarist Anne Frank, make sure to get a ticket beforehand or you might wait in a queue that wraps around the corner”

“Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam's National Museum of Dutch history in the Netherlands”

“Although the breadth of the Rijksmuseum is impressive, there's something pretty incredible about being able to see the work of a single artist curated in great depth in one place. You'll see many of Vincent Van Gogh's most famous paintings (Sunflowers, Irises, The Potato Eaters) in the museum's permanent collection, as well as fascinating, lesser-known works in the evolving exhibition wing. There are also pieces by Van Gogh's contemporaries (e.g., Émile Bernard, Paul Gaugin, Maurice Denis) on display, which adds an interesting layer of context. All together, the museum tells a thorough story of Van Gogh's life and legacy, both of which are often shrouded in myth. Buy tickets online if you can. Also, depending on what time of year you're in Amsterdam, the museum may have extended hours, and the evenings tend to be less crowded times to visit.”

“Amsterdam locals' favourite park for leisure, sports, and dog walking, plus they host concerts in summer”

“If you are in Amsterdam you cannot miss the Red Light District! Super safe to walk around! Respect the sex workers keeping your mobile or camera in your pocket! ”