Amsterdam is one of the most beautiful European cities for us – the canals, the variety of bicycles with which you can explore the city and of course the great restaurants and cafes. You'll be overwhelmed with cultural offerings, captivating stories and exciting museums like the Anne Frank House and the Rijksmuseum. The capital of the #netherlands is proud of its artists like Van Gogh and Rembrandt and knows how to preserve its eventful history. Paired with a great atmosphere and rousing cosmopolitan flair, #amsterdam is the perfect holiday destination for anyone who wants to experience as much as possible.

You can explore Amsterdam on foot or by bike. There are also plenty of places to visit, such as Zandvoort by the sea and the beautiful tulip fields near Lille. A trip to Bruges is also definitely worthwhile.

We’ll show you the most beautiful instagram spots in Amsterdam, most of which are right on the canal belt.

Highlights

Hortus Botanicus

The botanical garden is one of the oldest in the world and ideal for an afternoon stroll in bad weather.

Pluk

For delicious coffee & bowls you should definitely pay Pluk a visit. Try the delicious cakes, the Mermaid Bowl and the Matcha Latte – the café is great for Instagram photos

Bloemenmarkt

The flower market is the ideal place to browse for flowers and stroll along the canals.

Canal Houses near Damrak

Certainly no Amsterdam Insider Tip anymore, but if you want to have a particularly nice view of the canal houses or want to photograph them, you will probably find the most beautiful or best known spot at Damrak. Those who have a little more luck can watch the perfect reflection of the canal houses in the water.

The Damrak can be reached by foot from the main station in 5 minutes by walking in the direction of Dam.