Is 10 days too long in Amsterdam?

The city is beautiful and it's got a really relaxed and chilled atmoshpere but there's not really much much to do unless you smoke weed and do mushroom everyday. And if budget is an issue, Amsterdam is not the best place to stay for 10 days due to how expensive it is live to live there as a tourist.



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If you are one of those who constantly wants to do something then yes, two weeks is probably too long. No such thing as too long, I think. In 2 weeks, you have more than enough time to experience Amsterdam, but also to visit quite some cities in the NL, like Haarlem, Utrecht, Rotterdam.

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5 days is absolutely not too many. There is so much to see and do in Amsterdam, plus the Netherlands is a small enough country that there are many easy day trips. You could stay a lot longer than 5 days and not run out of joy. Dang, I've been to Amsterdam eight times and still haven't even been to the Van Gogh Museum.

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One week in Amsterdam is more than enough time to explore what the Dutch capital has to offer. It also allows you to explore some more amazing cities in The Netherlands. After visiting the city three times (two of which were recent trips), I'm clued up on all the best spots you NEED to add to your Amsterdam itinerary.

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The best time to visit Amsterdam is typically from late April to early May, when the weather is mild and the tulips are in bloom. However, the city is busy with tourists during this time, so be prepared for crowds. If you're looking for a quieter trip, consider visiting Amsterdam in late September or October.

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Amsterdam lies on the 52nd degree of northern latitude and is therefore very far away from the equator. While a sunset near the equator lasts only about 20 minutes, in the Netherlands, this period averages 53 minutes.

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There is no single “best” neighborhood to stay in Amsterdam, though the main attractions are concentrated in the Oud-Zuid (Old South, or Museum Quarter), the City Center, and the UNESCO-certified Canal Belt that lies between the two.

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That's because, in the Netherlands, there is no social or written requirement to tip a restaurant worker. However, if you received good service or thoroughly enjoyed the food, it's customary to give a small tip — around 5-10% of the bill. If your service was just average, round up the bill or leave some change.

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The Netherlands is a very modern country. You can pay with cash or a debit card, and often with your phone via NFC, Apple Pay, or Google Wallet.

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If you are the holder of an American passport, you do not need a visa to visit the Netherlands. If you have a different nationality and are unsure what the visa requirements are, check whether you need a visa to visit the Netherlands.

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