Many people don’t realise just how compact and small of a city Amsterdam is. Not only that, but the network of canals that covers the city looks out across some of the world’s leading museums. UNESCO listed Amsterdam on its World Heritage List in 2010, which gives you an idea of just how beautiful the city is. Here is a guide to some of the most popular tourist attractions for you to explore in Amsterdam.
Rijksmuseum
Closed for over a decade for renovation, the Rijksmuseum has finally reopened its door and is once again the Dutch national treasure house of art.
The museum is home to some masterpieces from the Golden Age, paintings by famous artists such as Rembrandt, Vermeer, Frans Hals and plenty more are on display amongst the centuries old furniture, costumes and jewellery. There is also a newly opened Asian collection and these new acquisitions help bring the displays right up the present day. Continue reading “Amsterdam’s Most Popular Tourist Attractions”