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Amsterdam City Guide
Move through Amsterdam’s canals, neighbourhoods and markets at street level, balancing museums with the everyday rhythm of bikes, ferries and cafés.
- Country
- Netherlands
- Language
- Dutch
- Currency
- Euro (EUR)
- Plug
- type C
- Time zone
- Europe/Amsterdam
- Emergency
- 112
- Tap water
- Generally safe
- Dialling code
- +31
The stops
Things to do in Amsterdam
Walk or cycle between canal districts, museums, markets and local neighbourhoods, using GVB transport when distances widen.
Nieuwe Kerk (New Church)
Anne Frank House
The Begijnhof
Flower Market (Bloemenmarkt)
Red Light District (De Wallen)
Oude Kerk (Old Church)
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Weather & crowds
Best time to visit
Late April to early May is colourful, July and August are warmest, and November to March is cheaper but cooler and wetter.
Winter and spring
Jan–Jun1–21°C/ 34–70°F
Few visitorsOccasional rain
- Cool season
Summer and autumn
Jul–Dec13–23°C/ 55–73°F
BusyOccasional rain
- Warm season
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Safety
Is Amsterdam safe?
Amsterdam is generally safe, but theft and traffic are the main concerns. Secure phones and bags, stay out of cycle lanes and tram tracks, and call 112 in emergencies.
Cycle lanes
Never walk in a marked cycle lane; look both ways even when the signal seems favourable.
Crowded areas
Keep phones and wallets secure around Centraal Station, markets and nightlife streets.
Nightlife
Follow official local guidance and use licensed transport after late nights.
Questions
Amsterdam FAQ
The NS train reaches Amsterdam Centraal in roughly 14–17 minutes; check current fares.
Walking is cheapest; cycling and GVB public transport are practical alternatives.
Yes for most visitors, with normal precautions against theft and cycle traffic.