The Stedelijk Museum, or as the Dutch call it, the “little Stedelijk,” stands as one of the most innovative and interesting modern art museums in the world. Since its opening in 1895, the Stedelijk has been the subject of controversy over its artistic choices, policies and financial decisions. The BuildingsRead More →
The former Heineken brewery in Amsterdam, which was in use until 1988, is now home to the so-called “Heineken Experience,” where visitors can learn about the history of one of the world’s most famous beer brands and even taste the famous Dutch Pilsner. What to expect The tour lasts aboutRead More →
It is a museum of wax figures representing famous people from all over the world. You will see not only artists (Madonna, Marilyn Monroe, Daniel Craig) but also political leaders (Barack Obama), athletes (Lionel Messi), monarchs (Queen Beatrice) and fictional characters like E.T. or Iron Man. History of the museumRead More →
Dam Square (Dam Plein) is the central square of Amsterdam. It is the starting point for many of the city’s attractions. Dam means “dam” in Dutch and indeed, there was no square there, but a dam. Its origins date back almost 800 years. At that time, the Amstel River flowedRead More →
The Westerkerk is a Protestant church built between 1620 and 1631 and is the largest church in Amsterdam. It was designed by Hendrick de Keyser In 1620, a churchyard was also created. The entrance from Keizersgracht was through a beautiful door, which unfortunately has not been preserved to this day.Read More →
If you are looking for what to do in Amsterdam, one tip for a walk in Amsterdam that we suggest you include in your itinerary is a visit to the Vondelpark. In Amsterdam, there are several parks scattered around the city and it is definitely the right destination for DutchRead More →
Opened in 2014, an anatomical museum called Body Worlds has opened its doors in Amsterdam. The museum is located in a historic building in the city centre, between the Central Station and Dam Square, and is nothing less than a real exhibition of human bodies. You will learn a lotRead More →
One of the most famous sights in Amsterdam is the Anne Frank House (in Dutch, “Anne Frank Huis”). It is a museum dedicated mainly to Anne Frank, a 16-year-old German girl of Jewish origin who was a victim of the Holocaust. She is the author of the “Diary of AnneRead More →
The Rijksmuseum, which means ‘State Museum’ in English, has been in existence for more than two hundred years and is now one of the most amazing museums in the world. During its existence, the museum has undergone many changes and today, especially after its complete renovation, it remains the must-seeRead More →
The Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam holds the world’s largest collection of works by the world’s most popular artist – Vincent van Gogh (1853-1890), his paintings, drawings and letters, complemented by the art of his contemporaries. Every year, 1.6 million visitors come to the Van Gogh Museum, making it oneRead More →