Here are some of the places you must visit when in The Netherlands:
The three major canals in the city are Prinsengracht, Keizersgracht and Herengracht. Besides the canals, Amsterdam is also home to more than 1500 historic buildings as well as numerous bridges. Lovers of history and art can stop by the Rijksmuseum Museum and the Anne Frank House. Tourists will also enjoy a visit to the Prinsengracht area, which is popular for its galleries, pubs, shops and restaurants.
It boasts magnificent and unique architectural marvels, such as the famous Erasmus Bridge. For art lovers, a visit to the popular Boijmans van Beuningen Museum is a must. This museum is home to artworks by famous artists, such as Bosch, Dali, Rembrandt and Van Gogh. Rotterdam hosts several annual carnivals and festivals that draw visitors from all over the world.
With its two colleges and large student population, Groningen is referred to as The Netherlands' University City. It is home to several museums including a maritime museum, comics museum, university museum and graphical museum. The city also boasts a vibrant theatre and music scene, with many cafes and pubs offering live entertainment.
Located along the shores of the Spaarne River, this district is home to the annual Bloemencorso Zundert, the biggest flower parade in the world. It boasts stunning medieval structures, as well as museums such as the Franz Hals Museum and the Teylers Museum.
This is evident in its historic structures, such as the Gothic Cathedral of Saint Martin, the Rietveld Schroder House and the Dom Tower. The city is also home to the Museum Speelklok, which contains a rich collection of musical artifacts. A visit to Utrecht is not complete without taking a cruise on the world-famous canals of the city.
This city boasts several shops, galleries, pubs and cafes, and is also home to several annual festivals. Lovers of history can stop by historic structures, such as the Vestigingswerkens fortifications, the Saint Jan's Cathedral and Saint Servatius Church.
Many tourists flock to the North Sea during the warmer months of the year. The city is home to international art galleries, museums and luxury department stores. A visit to The Hague is not complete without stopping by the miniature city, Madurodam.
