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Amsterdam has much in the way of attractions, history and entertainment and has something of interest for all visitors. The heart of the old city consists of canals, punctuated with narrow, picturesque streets. The canals are an integral part of the city and the whole Amsterdam experience. The Netherlands also has an abundance of historical attractions that share street space with contemporary art galleries and street markets.

Amsterdam Attractions

Rijksmuseum
Jan Luijkenstraat 1, 1071 ZD Amsterdam
Tel: +31 20 674 7000 | Fax: +31 20 674 7001

Amsterdam's awesome museum of art is the permanent home of around seven million works, including 5000 paintings in over 250 rooms. As well as featuring a number of high-profile masterpieces from international artists, the museum boasts a fantastic display of paintings from many Dutch artists, including several outstanding contributions from Rembrandt.

Van Gogh Museum
Paulus Potterstraat 7, 1071 CX Amsterdam
Tel: +31 20 570 5200 | Fax: +31 20 570 5222

The life and work of Amsterdam's most famous artist is celebrated in this incredible space. The museum has an unrivalled collection of Van Gogh's paintings and plays host to a variety of exhibitions throughout the year.

Anne Frank's House
Prinsengracht 267, 1016 GV Amsterdam
Tel: +31 20 556 7100 | Fax: +31 20 620 7999

This is the house in which Anne Frank wrote her famous diary, recording her experiences as a member of a Jewish family during the Nazi occupation of Amsterdam in World War II. This fascinating and historic address is now open daily to the public.

Rembrandt House
Jodenbreestraat 4, 1011 NK Amsterdam
Tel: +31 20 520 0400 | Fax: +31 20 520 0401

The house was lived in by Rembrandt for over 20 years and now contains engravings made by this famous artist. Another must-see cultural attraction when in Amsterdam.

Bloemenmarkt
Singel Canal, 1017 AZ Amsterdam

Located on the Singel Canal, Amsterdam's impressive, world-famous floating flower market is a unique shopping experience not to be missed. A Mecca for anyone in search of trees, plants, shrubs, herbs or flowers, the market is open for business six days a week.