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Is Amsterdam an expensive city break?

Amsterdam ranked the priciest destination in Europe The cost of cultural activities in the Dutch capital is also among the highest in Europe, beaten only by Dubrovnik and Vienna.



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If you're planning on partying hard, eating out at the city's finest restaurants and staying in a top hotel, it isn't going to be cheap. For those who prefer to stay in hostels, eat at local joints and save their money for a few drinks, Amsterdam can be done on a pretty decent budget.

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Prices have been rising for years. For much of this century, Amsterdam has been sprucing itself up, as if the entire city were undergoing a process of gentrification. One by one, neighbourhoods within and around the Canal Belt have been buffed up and purged of their workaday or make-do artistic ambience.

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At todays value it's possible to live on EUR 600,— easily. that will give you EUR 20,— a day. There will be days you spend at home. First and most important: Find another apartment.

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Cost of Living Comparison Between Amsterdam and Paris You would need around 5,419.9€ in Paris to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with 5,200.0€ in Amsterdam (assuming you rent in both cities).

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The average daily budget for a trip to Amsterdam can vary depending on your travel style and preferences. However, a rough estimate for a budget traveler would be around €60-80 per day, while mid-range travelers can expect to spend around €100-150 per day.

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Most dealers in Amsterdam sell coke at two price points: €50 (£44.50) or €60 (£53.50).

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Generally, the cheapest time to visit Amsterdam is in the winter – usually between November and March. It's important to bear in mind that it can get quite cold in Amsterdam at this time of year. Most holidaymakers want to travel when the weather is at its warmest and this means summer for Amsterdam.

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There's no such thing as an entrance fee, as the area is publicly accessible. The sex workers are free to set their own prices, based on the clients wishes. However, to give you an indication; in most brothels, the tariffs start at €50,- for a short (10-15 minutes), basic service.

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Leaving a tip (or `fooi`) is customary in restaurants, bars, and pubs. Don`t overdo it, but don`t be stingy either. The first thing you may notice is that there is a low demand at restaurants, as eating out isn`t as common as it is in North America.

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Amsterdam can be an expensive city, however there are plenty of things which can be done on a budget. In this article we list 30 ideas for cheap things to do in Amsterdam for either under 5 euros or 5-10 euros. We'll consider museums, transport options, city views and various other activities.

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Budget travellers, those that use B & B or 2* hotels, local sandwich shops, take aways etc. and don't go into priced attractions will find prices very similar. As you move up the budget scale, Paris becomes far more expensive than London on most fronts.

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