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If you’re looking for a bit of sparkle, the incredible stones forming the centrepiece of the city’s famous exhibition on the diamond trade are not to be missed.

Spend a romantic moment or relax with a picnic lunch in the medieval courtyard of the former Béguinage of Amsterdam.

Check out some contemporary art, enjoy a concert and admire the architecture and decoration in Amsterdam’s oldest building.

Check out some contemporary art, enjoy a concert and admire the architecture and decoration in Amsterdam’s oldest building.

Visit Amsterdam’s lively central square, a venue that’s seen both protests and celebrations.

Visit Amsterdam’s lively central square, a venue that’s seen both protests and celebrations.

Check out some contemporary art, enjoy a concert and admire the architecture and decoration in Amsterdam’s oldest building.

Visit Amsterdam’s lively central square, a venue that’s seen both protests and celebrations.

Visit Amsterdam’s lively central square, a venue that’s seen both protests and celebrations.

The Gothic church on Dam Square no longer holds services, but is home to exhibits of religious art, culture and artifacts from around the world.

Visit Amsterdam’s lively central square, a venue that’s seen both protests and celebrations.

Thought to be named for its long, straight streets, this district was once the residence of artists such as Mondrian and is now one of Amsterdam’s trendiest spots.

Visit Amsterdam’s lively central square, a venue that’s seen both protests and celebrations.

Step on board a replica sailing ship, explore the Dutch maritime history, or just marvel at the displays of this fascinating museum set in an old naval building.

Learn how ingenious Dutch citizens who stood by Europe’s persecuted Jewish population outsmarted their German invaders during World War II.

Thought to be named for its long, straight streets, this district was once the residence of artists such as Mondrian and is now one of Amsterdam’s trendiest spots.

Once a camping spot for hippies, the huge monument in Dam Square commemorating those who have fallen in war is now Amsterdam’s center of the annual Remembrance Day.

Learn how ingenious Dutch citizens who stood by Europe’s persecuted Jewish population outsmarted their German invaders during World War II.

This lively square is an entertainment hub bursting with lively bars and restaurants, theatres and music venues, as well as engaging street performers.

Visit Amsterdam’s lively central square, a venue that’s seen both protests and celebrations.

Visit Amsterdam’s lively central square, a venue that’s seen both protests and celebrations.

Spend a romantic moment or relax with a picnic lunch in the medieval courtyard of the former Béguinage of Amsterdam.

Learn how ingenious Dutch citizens who stood by Europe’s persecuted Jewish population outsmarted their German invaders during World War II.

Visit Amsterdam’s lively central square, a venue that’s seen both protests and celebrations.