Amsterdam 2-Day Itinerary

Canals, Culture & Cycling

Day 1: Museums & Canals

9:00 AM

Rijksmuseum

Dutch Golden Age art. Rembrandt's Night Watch, Vermeer's Milkmaid. Book timed tickets.

12:00 PM

Canal Cruise & Lunch

1-hour boat tour through UNESCO canal ring. Stroopwafels and Dutch cheese.

2:00 PM

Anne Frank House

Moving historical site. Book online weeks in advance—sells out instantly.

5:00 PM

Jordaan District

Charming neighborhood. Art galleries, cozy cafés, antique shops along quiet canals.

7:00 PM

Dinner in De Pijp

Trendy area. Indonesian rijsttafel or traditional Dutch stamppot. Albert Cuyp Market nearby.

Day 2: Bikes & Hidden Gems

9:00 AM

Rent Bikes & Cycle

Join locals on two wheels. Explore Vondelpark, cycle along canals, experience Amsterdam like a Dutch person.

11:00 AM

Van Gogh Museum

World's largest Van Gogh collection. Sunflowers, Bedroom, Self-Portraits. Pre-book essential.

1:00 PM

Lunch at Food Hallen

Indoor food market. International street food, craft beer, local delicacies.

3:00 PM

Begijnhof & Nine Streets

Hidden medieval courtyard. Shop unique boutiques in Negen Straatjes district.

6:00 PM

Brown Café Experience

Traditional "bruine kroeg" for Dutch beer, bitterballen snacks, and gezelligheid atmosphere.