Is Amsterdam tourist friendly?

Generally, it is one of the safest cities in Europe and most travelers have no problems. Amsterdam is safe for tourists and when you vacation here, you'll be both happy and well entertained.



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Alcohol is often involved and foreign visitors, especially the English and Irish, start drinking early in the morning. People are very welcome in Amsterdam but we are not a playground for misbehaviour.”

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Language spoken in Amsterdam: English Although it is not an official language, in Amsterdam - and in the Netherlands more generally - there are many Dutch people who speak English (90% of the population) at a level practically equal to that of a native speaker.

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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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This is absolutely no problem. You can stay here for as long as your tourist visa lasts without having to learn Dutch. And if you speak English, you will find that many Netherlanders speak English as a second language. But if you want to live in the Netherlands, you must learn Dutch.

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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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How many nights should I stay in Amsterdam? As a general rule, most travelers can plan on spending between 2-4 days in Amsterdam, depending on whether or not they take any day trips, and how long they plan to spend in the Netherlands overall.

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13 Things You Can't Miss in Amsterdam
  • Visit the Anne Frank House. ...
  • Visit the Van Gogh Museum. ...
  • Eat Apple Pie at Cafe Winkel 43. ...
  • Spend Saturday Morning at Noordermarkt. ...
  • Book a Canal Ride. ...
  • Visit the Prostitution Museum. ...
  • Eat a Stroopwafle. ...
  • Book a Photoshoot.


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  • #1. View all Photos. Vondelpark. Vondelpark. ...
  • #2. View all Photos. Canal Ring. Canal Ring. ...
  • #3. View all Photos. Oud-West. ...
  • #4. View all Photos. Jordaan. ...
  • #5. View all Photos. Anne Frank House (Anne Frank Huis) ...
  • #6. View all Photos. Dam Square. ...
  • #7. View all Photos. Verzetsmuseum (Dutch Resistance Museum) ...
  • #8. View all Photos. Van Gogh Museum.


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In recent years, Amsterdam has not been as clean as it should be. Litter and incorrectly discarded waste have marred our city's beauty. The dirtiest areas – litter 'hotspots' – are a major source of frustration for many Amsterdammers. We take complaints about these areas very seriously.

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As one of the most famous cities in the world, Amsterdam is synonymous with vibrant culture, rich history, inclusiveness and beautiful canals. Since its construction in the 17th century, the Amsterdam canal ring has grown into one of the most unique urban landscapes in the world.

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If you want to say hi in Dutch, you would simply say “hoi”. The more formal hello is “hallo”. Regional varieties of “hi” include “heuj”, “alo” and “huijj” but sticking to “hoi” or “hallo” is generally all you need.

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Uber in the Netherlands Uber is available in The Netherlands since 2012. Started in Amsterdam and now available in more than 5 cities. Every day we work hard to improve and increase driver availability via the Uber app to meet all trip requests.

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