Amsterdam blog

It’s finally happening again: the Formula 1 Grand Prix returns to Zandvoort after 35 years of absence. In May 2019 the dates for this huge race event were announced and the Netherlands are going nuts. You can read all the specs in this blogpost.

The route of Amsterdam Light Festival is a little different from previous years. The festival used to take you through the heart of the city center, but this year it also brings you to the eastside of town. Check out the new directions and other practical info in this blogpost.

Oh yesss, it’s that time of the year again! Leaves turn red and orange, you can buy anything with pumpkin spice flavor, scarfs for days and enjoy breathtaking pink skies during the extended golden hour. Instead of caving yourself in for a few months, put on your Mumford and Sons playlist and check out all the activities during fall in Amsterdam.

No worries, we will wake you up when you’re famous. Maybe take a picture in front of this piece of street art in De Pijp to boost your fame a bit. The seemingly simple black and white sign is a real Instagram sensation. Where do you find this piece of wall art?

Since the I Amsterdam sign has been removed from Museumplein, the city has lost a characteristic photo spot. But there's no need to be bummed out! The set of letters is going to be situated at multiple locations throughout the city in the few upcoming years. And did you know the I Amsterdam landmarks can be found at more sites? We've listed them for you!

Let’s say you’re in Amsterdam for a weekend. It won’t be hard to create a list of all the things you’d like to see and do in the city, there’s just so much to do around here. But are you able to cram all those beautiful sights, picturesque streets and museums in two days? We made the perfect two day itinerary for Amsterdam.

With the end of summer just around the corner, we're starting to look forward to the cozy and crisp winter days. Why? you ask. Because the Amsterdam Light Festival starts at the end of November. We've made a throwback compilation of last year's art pieces.

Vincent van Gogh is one of the Netherlands’ master painters and there’s an entire museum devoted to him and his artwork. Learn more about which famous Dutch designer drew the designs for this museum and which painting are on display.

When you’re in Amsterdam for 1 day, there are decisions to be made. The city has so much to offer, but it’s hard to squeeze it all into one day. That’s why we’ve made a selection of activities you’re able to do, see and experience within 24 hours in Amsterdam. Enjoy!

Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam is in the top 3 of most visited museums of the Netherlands and we totally understand why. With it’s magnificent art from the Netherlands and lots of other countries, it’s well worth visiting. That’s why we want to pass on a bit of information about this national treasure of a museum.