The Netherlands North to South

The Dutch capital retains its medieval charm along with historic buildings, rich culture, its iconic canals, and charming streets.

The oldest section of the historic center, the district is a jumble of winding lanes, small canals, history, and glowing windows.

A stunning world-renowned national museum with a focus on art and history, hosting a massive collection of artifacts and artwork.

Dedicated to modern and contemporary art, as well as design, this fine museum hosts nearly 100,000 items from Impressionism to Pop Art.

Stroll along the iconic canals and streets, taking in the city's atmosphere, or head out to explore Amsterdam's thriving nightlife.

Merging fairy tales, myths, and folklore, the world's oldest theme park offers a huge variety of rides and activities for all ages.

Buzzing with life, this university city is a booming metropolis full of cultural venues, historic landmarks, and great nightlife.

A lively and upbeat shopping district, lined with classy boutiques, colorful storefronts full of souvenirs, and a wealth of cosy cafes.

Amsterdam's historic port area, this district was established in the 15C and now is a vibrant hub of cafes, shops, and colorful buildings.

Visit the 17C canal house where Anne Frank's family hid from the Nazis during WWII, now an illustrative museum full of poignant exhibits.

Honoring the life and works of Vincent van Gogh, this excellent museum hosts an exquisite collection of his works and other Impressionist pieces.

The historic capital of Holland is home to several museums, historic buildings, cultural monuments, and excellent nightlife.

This vibrant university city is home to a notable 17C historic center, many museums, cultural monuments, and fine historic architecture.

Once a working-class district, Jordaan is now a prestigious neighborhood dotted with cafes, boutiques, and art galleries.

Established in the 13C as a pseudo-monastic community, this complex boasts historic buildings and an lingering peaceful atmosphere.

The first of the three major city center canals, this beautiful canal is lined with elegant mansions, ornate gardens, and historic houses.

Arguably one of Amsterdam's most impressive canals, this one is lined with historic buildings that once housed an array of brewers.

Alternative between dunes and sprawling heather, this national park is known for its scenery, left in its wake by the last Ice Age.

A prominent coastal resort, this lively town is known for its beaches, racing tracks, and relaxed ambiance.

Set on reclaimed land, the former docklands were transformed into vibrant residential areas, full of shops, cafes, and chic locals.

A splendid performance hall superbly blending Art Nouveau and Art Deco architectures, with fine motifs propagated by the Amsterdam School.

A branch of the famous Russian museum, Hermitage Amsterdam proffers an array of temporary exhibitions drawn from the original museum.

In the heart of the Jewish quarter rests Rembrandt's house of two decades, now housing a museum dedicated to his life and work.

With a huge variety of fun rides and other attractions, this amusement park guarantees a fun afternoon for the whole family.

Visit this Dutch seaside resort, where you will find lovely beaches perfect for relaxing, nearby flower fields, and a nice atmosphere.

Founded in the 19C, this ethnographic museum exhibits cultural artifacts of tropical continents, including Asia, Africa, and the Caribbean.

Set in a 16C orphanage, this museum traces the history of the city, exhibiting artifacts, archaeological finds, paintings, and more.

For centuries serving as the Jewish quarter, this district boasts some historic landmarks, notable museums, and a unique atmosphere.

A vibrant city known for its university, Eindhoven offers an array of museums, parks, open-air galleries, theaters, and great nightlife.

Riddled with streams, these sprawling wetlands comprise one of Netherlands' largest national parks, boasting rich fauna and flora.

Visit this lively Dutch city, bustling with art, culture, and theater, as well as fabulous nightlife.

Take a walk through the bustling city center, packed with historic landmarks, cultural venues, and wonderful restaurants.

Housed in a fine Post-Modernist building, this wonderful museum exhibits contemporary art by national and foreign artists.

Dating to the 17C, Netherlands' most extensive botanical garden features 15 distinctly themed enclaves along with many cultural curios.

Adhering to principles of Renaissance landscaping, these central gardens are a superb location for an afternoon stroll.

For a bit of a thrill head to this race track with your friends, and watch a race running along the track built in 1955.

With a huge variety of fun rides and other attractions, this amusement park guarantees a fun afternoon for the whole family.

Honoring Dutch comics and cartoon characters, this fun museum exhibits original prints, games, and a wealth of comic books.

This museum follows the city's history, with a focus on its significant contribution to the Dutch naval expansion from the 15C onwards.

Alternative between dunes and sprawling heather, this national park is known for its scenery, left in its wake by the last Ice Age.

Buzzing with life, this university city is a booming metropolis full of cultural venues, historic landmarks, and great nightlife.

Full of old-world Dutch charm, this small fishing village is home to a lively fish market and a distinct local culture.

A tiny residential village serving as a cultural open-air museum, home to historic architecture, shops, and activities.

Initially settled in the 6C, this ancient town is rich with historic landmarks, a wealth of cultural curiosities, and great shopping.

Wander through the narrow streets, visiting the lively town squares, admiring the buildings, and enjoying the array of local shops.

A wonderful museum focusing both on fine and contemporary art, hosting artwork dating to the 14C as well as multimedia installations.

Adjacent to a nice botanic garden, this small museum focuses on regional natural history, including paleontology, botany, and minerals.

The stately 11C basilica retains most of its original Romanesque architecture, also featuring Gothic sections and an ornate decor.

Merging fairy tales, myths, and folklore, the world's oldest theme park offers a huge variety of rides and activities for all ages.

A vibrant city known for its university, Eindhoven offers an array of museums, parks, open-air galleries, theaters, and great nightlife.

Dating as far back as the Roman times, these manmade caves riddle the mountain with dark passages decorated with carvings and drawings.

Trace the curve of this medieval wall, a fine remnant of former fortifications, and enjoy a stroll in the garden running along it.

Built in the 11C, the basilica is one of the oldest in the Netherlands, and houses a remarkable exhibit of ecclesiastical artifacts.

This lush nature reserve offers superb hiking and biking opportunities, as well as large expanses of beautiful landscape.

Buzzing with life, this university city is a booming metropolis full of cultural venues, historic landmarks, and great nightlife.

Alternative between dunes and sprawling heather, this national park is known for its scenery, left in its wake by the last Ice Age.

Netherlands' second largest city boasts a wealth of cultural venues and events, wonderful museums, great nightlife, and amazing energy.

Roam the streets lined with modern buildings, diverse shops, and great eateries, or head out at night to explore the local pub scene.

Established in the 19C, this extensive museum ranges from medieval to contemporary art, with pieces by world-renowned masters.

A sprawling lush parkland, surrounded with notable museums and featuring a lovely pond, monuments, and a sculpture garden.

Stroll along the waterfront lined with impressive modern architecture, enjoying the scenery and the bustle of the local cafes.

Merging fairy tales, myths, and folklore, the world's oldest theme park offers a huge variety of rides and activities for all ages.

This gargantuan dam features a beach and many outdoor activities, including biking, windsurfing, sunbathing, and just enjoying the scenery.

One of a few unique residential complexes, this building boasts innovative Cube-like architecture that mimics a geometric tree.

With an observation deck at an altitude of over 90m, this tower offers stunning views of the surrounding region.

Visit the harbor to admire the many vessels and ponder the significance of Rotterdam's naval history, or hire a boat and tour the harbor.

Housed within the elegant 17C Schielandshuis mansion, this history museum exhibits paintings, jewelry, sculptures, and other relics.

Buzzing with life, this university city is a booming metropolis full of cultural venues, historic landmarks, and great nightlife.

The historic capital of Holland is home to several museums, historic buildings, cultural monuments, and excellent nightlife.

Tracing Rotterdam's fascinating naval history, the museum exhibits over 800,000 items, including models, historic vessels, and navigational tools.

One of the country's oldest zoo features a botanical garden, a modern aquarium, and over 2,000 animals species from all around the world.

Erected in 1981, this cable-stayed bridge spans the river, offering a dramatic sight with its bright red colors.

A feat of human ingenuity, this cable-stayed bridge span over 800m, affording great views and a striking vision over the river.

This vibrant university city is home to a notable 17C historic center, many museums, cultural monuments, and fine historic architecture.

Riddled with streams, these sprawling wetlands comprise one of Netherlands' largest national parks, boasting rich fauna and flora.

For a night on the town full of flair and culture, head to Rotterdam's impressive concert hall, known for its classical and jazz concerts.

Retaining a traditional Dutch atmosphere, this 14C historic port is lined with lovely old building and quaint cafes.

A superb example of Dutch Functionalist architecture, this 20C house is an architectural museum illustrating the principles of this style.

Erected in the 18C, these marvelous windmills are a significant piece of Netherlands' cultural history and are open to the public.

Alternative between dunes and sprawling heather, this national park is known for its scenery, left in its wake by the last Ice Age.