National GeographicOct 4, 2026
Where to Take a Day Trip From Amsterdam
Tens of millions of visitors throng the canal-ringed neighborhoods of Amsterdam every year, savoring meals at its Michelin-starred restaurants and soaking up the culture at its wo ...
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- Dom TowerSightTallest church tower in the country, climb for views
- OudaenRestaurantHistoric brewery for beer tasting or a pint
- Elsewhere
- Fenix museum of migrationMuseumRotterdam, The NetherlandsExplores complexity of modern migration, has Suitcase Labyrinth
- Mandarin Oriental Conservatorium, AmsterdamHotelAmsterdam, The NetherlandsUnwana van der Werk is guest relations and concierge manager
- Cube HousesSightRotterdam, The NetherlandsEmblematic yellow structures, some are working residences
- The MarkthalMarketRotterdam, The NetherlandsHorseshoe-shaped food hall with diverse city tastes
- Cromwijk KaasdokRestaurantRotterdam, The NetherlandsSample creamy Dutch cheeses
- EkmekciRestaurantRotterdam, The NetherlandsMade-to-order Gözleme
- Pastry d'OroRestaurantRotterdam, The NetherlandsDeep-fried tuna pasties from the Caribbean
- Sonneveld HouseMuseumRotterdam, The NetherlandsPreserved example of Nieuwe Bouwen style from the 1930s
- Art Depot Museum Boijmans Van BeuningenMuseumRotterdam, The NetherlandsPublicly accessible art storage facility, direct collection access
- Circuit ZandvoortSightZandvoort, The NetherlandsRace track, part of F1
- Bernie’sBarZandvoort, The NetherlandsFancy beach club with pools and live DJs
- Tijn AkerslootRestaurantZandvoort, The NetherlandsFamily-friendly, slow-roasted beets, creamy sundaes, live music
- Hippie FishCaféZandvoort, The NetherlandsBohemian vibe, globally inspired menu
