Best Amsterdam Day Trips & Things to Do

The capital and most populous city in the Netherlands attracts millions of tourists annually with its more than 50 museums, serene canals and its 17th Century architecture. Many also visit for its Red Light District and coffee shops selling marijuana. Amsterdam originated as a fishing village in the 13th Century when settlers traveled down the Amstel River. It has many notable sites including The Rijksmuseum (The State Museum), Van Gough Museum, Anne Frank House, The Amsterdam Museum, The Red Light District, National Monument, Rembrandt House Museum, Artis Zoo and Vondelpark.