Worthwhile tour while in Amsterdam
by deb.workman
The Anne Frank house is a destination many people think of when planning a trip to Amsterdam, and for good reason. I took the tour through the house and would suggest it to future travelers. The tour literally takes you up floors and floors, through rooms upon rooms, explaining the Frank family struggle during the Holocaust. There are informational writings along the walls and projector videos playing throughout the tour that make you feel well-informed by the end of the tour.
There is a shop at the end of the tour as well, where postcards, books, souvenirs, etc. can be purchased.
The Amsterdam Pass
by Jim_Eliason
If you plan on visiting quite a few of the Amsterdam Museums then the Amsterdam pass is a great value. It cost me approximately 35 euros or so for 2 days of access to most (nut not all) of the museums, access to the trams and two canal boat tours.
It costs 26 euro for one day
36 for two
46 for 3
Although Amsterdam is a big...
by Traub
Although Amsterdam is a big city it has many little streets and many of the houses are little and built colse together. So when walking through Amsterdam you sometimes fell like being in an village completely overcrowded. But this gives the city another especially flair.
GOOD TO KNOW! Police and emergency services ....
by La_Holandesa
Safety & crime
In comparison to other large European cities, Amsterdam is considered as a relatively safe city. It is one of the few cities in which most women are not afraid to return home alone at night. In general, violent crimes do not occur very often.
You do need to be cautious of petty crimes, such as pick pocketing. Pickpockets are mainly active in the summer and in the train travelling between Amsterdam Central Station and Schiphol Airport. They can also find you in a tram or when you are watching one of the many street artists perform. Watch your belongings carefully.
- POLICE: Via 0900-8844 all police stations in The Netherlands can be reached. Call this number for questions and matters that are not urgent. Urgent calls can be made to the emergency number 112.
Any robbery/theft should be reported to the local police station in connection with the insurance.
- LOST & FOUND: Bureau Gevonden Voorwerpen
Lost and found objects can be dropped off day and night at one of the police stations / neighbourhood team offices and are sent to the Lost and Found Bureau once a day. When you have lost something in or around Amsterdam, contact the Lost and Found Bureau.
Phone 020-5593005 Tips
As in the rest of the Netherlands, you are not obligated to tip anyone in Amsterdam. If you wish to leave waiters, hotel staff or taxi drivers a gratuity, a 10% tip is customary.
Taxis
Taxis can be found at one of the many taxi ranks in the city. You can also hail a taxi on the street. When choosing for the latter option, please note that taxis are not obliged to stop at your signal.
See also: practical taxi service information.
Presale national bus and tram cards
National ‘strippenkaarten’ (bus and tram cards) are available in every bus or tram in Amsterdam, but not on the subway. However, it is cheaper to buy your ‘strippenkaart’ in advance at:
- the tourist information offices of the Amsterdam Tourism & Convention Board
- various offices of the GVB (public transport company) Amsterdam and train stations
- tobacco shops, newspaper shops
Rembrandthuis
Rembrandt's own...
by ankx
Rembrandthuis
Rembrandt's own 17th century house has been restored to reflect his live and times. A new extension houses a superb collection of his prints and is the setting for special exhibitions.
Hours
Monday - Saturday: 10.00 - 17.00 hours; Sunday and public holidays: 13.00 - 17.00 hours Jodenbreestraat 4
1011 NK Amsterdam
www.rembrandthuis.nl
Center of Amsterdam
mark ryden
De Oude Kerk / The Old Church
Comic shop
