Rijksmuseum Amsterdam:
Bringing together art and rare artifacts since 1809, the Rijksmuseum Amsterdam houses one million cultural artifacts dating from the thirteenth century to the present day, including more than 8000 important paintings spread over 250 rooms as well as a huge library with around 35,000 books.
This amazing museum provides a comprehensive account of the development of art and culture in the Netherlands, and is particularly rich in traditional Dutch handicrafts, medieval sculpture, and modern art.
Rotterdam:
The coastal city of Rotterdam is just an hour by train from Amsterdam, and is well worth a visit for its well-preserved old port.
The city's port houses a number of old boats and sailing ships, many of which are on display in the Maritime Museum Rotterdam.
A variety of indoor displays can be enjoyed inside the Maritime Museum including a replica of a ship dating back more than 2,000 years.
Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam:
The Van Gogh Museum Amsterdam ranks second on a leading list of the world's best art museums thanks to its huge collection of Van Gogh paintings.
One of the highlights of the museum is a meeting with Vincent van Gogh, which provides a fascinating and high-tech interactive look at the artist's life and times as well as his most famous works.
Kids can go on a treasure hunt with fun tasks, instructions come in Dutch or English, help explore Van Gogh's paintings.
De Hoge Veluy National Park:
De Hoge Velue National Park is one of the most beautiful attractions in the Netherlands as well as being one of the most popular day trip destinations for locals and visitors alike.
The area is characterized by dense forests in the north, a hunting reserve, and is home to many red deer and many birds.
Artis Royal Zoo:
The Royal Artis Zoo is the oldest zoo in the Netherlands and one of the country's most popular attractions.
This garden contains an aquarium, a planetarium, several playgrounds, and the only museum in the world for microbes.
750 species of animals including zebras, giraffes and elephants can be seen in the heart of Amsterdam.
Tourism in the Netherlands for families:
Miffy Museum:
Miffy Museum is specially designed for families and children as it contains indoor areas and games for children to discover their world while playing and they can play with all the animals no matter if they are wild or tamed.
Keukenhof:
Keukenhof is one of the most beautiful places to visit in the Netherlands, as it is teeming with tulips in the spring.
The city also includes the Europe Garden, the largest public park in the world, which includes more than 70 acres, where more than 700 species of tulips are planted.
Amsterdam Royal Zoo:
Family members and children will enjoy an introductory tour of the Royal Amsterdam Zoo, one of the oldest zoos in Europe.
This park houses a variety of animals from all over the world along with many historical buildings.
Tourism in the Netherlands for children
The Netherlands has many attractions for children that make their trip one of the most enjoyable and unforgettable trips of their lives:
Dolphinarium park:
Children will enjoy visiting the Dolphinarium to see dolphins, sharks, sea lions and seals up close.
Railway Museum in Utrecht:
The Railway Museum in Utrecht is great fun for young and old thanks to its many exhibits and attractions.
Children will take a fun ride on the large steam locomotives or ride the Orient Express.
Efteling Amusement Parks:
The Efteling theme park offers the latest attractions inspired by fairy tales and famous epics, a golf course, and a music scene
. The garden has countless restaurants where you can relax with a drink and a snack.
NEMO Science Museum:
The Nemo Science Museum is a world-renowned interactive attraction that educates children about the world of science, with the chance to engage with more than 17,000 science exhibits.
Tourism in the Netherlands in winter
The most important thing to do in the Netherlands during the winter is to skate on one of the famous golden canals in Amsterdam, or on the open-air skating rinks such as Museum Square.
In winter, travelers can enjoy clutter-free museums, ski on canals and plazas, and eat winter delicacies.
Things to do in the Netherlands
Tourists can do many tourist activities in the Netherlands, including:
- Enjoying the spring atmosphere on the island of Texel and watching the fields of flower bulbs.
- Attend the tulip season in the Netherlands from mid-March to mid-May and see crocuses, daffodils and tulips in their wonderful colors.
- Watch the Amsterdam Light Festival during December and January as the city's canals and streets light up with impressive huge colored lights.
- Take a canal cruise in Amsterdam or just take a tour around the waterways, and plan a cruise during the Amsterdam Light Festival for unforgettable memories.
- Play golf at more than 200 golf courses throughout the Netherlands.
- Practicing some water sports such as sailing, speed skating, windsurfing, kite flying, and diving.
Best time to visit Holland
The best time to take a Netherlands tour is in the months of April and May when many of the country's best parks and gardens come alive with greenery and flowers blooming.
