Pictures of Amsterdam

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One of the oldest and largest public parks in Amsterdam is a relaxing place to rest, have lunch or watch a performance after visiting the nearby museums.

Amsterdam, with its abundance of bars and infamous Red Light District, is known around the world as the premier party city. But the Dutch capital is famous for much more than partying, it’s internationally renowned for its 17th-century canals, its canal houses with beautiful facades, its museums great and small, and, of course, its coffee shop culture.

Visit these semi-circular canals built in the 17th century to see why Amsterdam got the nickname “The Venice of the North.”

This modern museum houses the world’s largest collection of the legendary Dutch master painter who led a troubled life and never saw his work become famous.

This business hub outside the city center caters to international crowds with shops, art exhibits and restaurants.

Visit these semi-circular canals built in the 17th century to see why Amsterdam got the nickname “The Venice of the North.”

Admire the ornate wooden houses, cheese factory and historic harbor of this quaint fishing village, then sample local Dutch treats and set sail over the IJsselmeer.

Visit these semi-circular canals built in the 17th century to see why Amsterdam got the nickname “The Venice of the North.”

One of the oldest and largest public parks in Amsterdam is a relaxing place to rest, have lunch or watch a performance after visiting the nearby museums.

Amsterdam, with its abundance of bars and infamous Red Light District, is known around the world as the premier party city. But the Dutch capital is famous for much more than partying, it’s internationally renowned for its 17th-century canals, its canal houses with beautiful facades, its museums great and small, and, of course, its coffee shop culture.

Visit these semi-circular canals built in the 17th century to see why Amsterdam got the nickname “The Venice of the North.”

This lively square in the heart of Amsterdam’s cultural district offers dining and entertainment, with an array of theater, movie, music, comedy and street performances.

This business hub outside the city center caters to international crowds with shops, art exhibits and restaurants.

This modern museum houses the world’s largest collection of the legendary Dutch master painter who led a troubled life and never saw his work become famous.

Admire the ornate wooden houses, cheese factory and historic harbor of this quaint fishing village, then sample local Dutch treats and set sail over the IJsselmeer.

Admire the ornate wooden houses, cheese factory and historic harbor of this quaint fishing village, then sample local Dutch treats and set sail over the IJsselmeer.

Visit these semi-circular canals built in the 17th century to see why Amsterdam got the nickname “The Venice of the North.”

Visit these semi-circular canals built in the 17th century to see why Amsterdam got the nickname “The Venice of the North.”

This business hub outside the city center caters to international crowds with shops, art exhibits and restaurants.

Visit these semi-circular canals built in the 17th century to see why Amsterdam got the nickname “The Venice of the North.”