Amsterdam – Short Break Guide
24 hours in Amsterdam
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Leeds Bradford in the North of Englandfor a cheap weekend break or short
break to this capital city that will keep everyone amused!
One of the most cosmopolitan cities in the world, Amsterdam offers so
much for a cheap short break or weekend break it’s impossible to fit
everything into 24hrs! If you are looking for excitement, adventure, culture,
nightlife and shopping, coupled with the abundance of art on display then
Amsterdam is the right place for your short break!
It needn't cost a lot to get out and about in Amsterdam and one of the
best and cheapest ways to see the city is on a bicycle! Join the locals
as you take in the stunning surroundings that is Amsterdam!
There are so many must-sees whilst on a break in Amsterdam and the rest
of the Netherlands. You are guaranteed to be spoilt for choice.
Culture Vultures
Amsterdam is often referred to as one of the most colorful cities in the world…
and who could disagree! Brimming with places of interest, famous museums,
pubs, markets and shops, there is plenty to see and do whist on a cheap short break in Amsterdam. History oozes from every corner of Amsterdam. Whilst
on your cheap break, immerse yourself in history and in art, as Amsterdam
has it all and more!
Packed with museums and galleries a unique experience awaits for both art
lovers and admirers!
Amsterdam attractions not too miss!
The Anne Frank House is also situated in the Amsterdam and is a great place
for all the family to visit. Relive history as you discover the hiding place
where Anne Frank wrote her famous diary during World War II.
If this is not enough to fill your weekend or short break why not travel further
a field and visit one of the many beautiful surrounding areas:
A pick of the best:
- Edam
- Volendam
- Marken
- Delft
- The Hague (Den Haag)
- Alkmaar
- Keukenhof & Bulb Fields
- Rotterdam
Shops Galore
With more than 10,000 shops, 20 markets and over 160 antique shops you will
not be short of places to shop in Amsterdam on your cheap short break. What
a great way to spend an afternoon and take in the beautiful sights as you
ramble along the side streets in search of a cheap bargain.
Nightlife
Whilst on your short break, come on out and enjoy the wonderful nightlife
in the city of Amsterdam. Like New York, Amsterdam is also a city that does
not sleep at night. With a wide selection of things to do, cheap or more luxurious,
you will find yourself out until the small hours in the morning. Choose from
one of the numerous shows, late night museums, guided walks and the abundance
of pubs, bars and late night clubs. For the more adventurous a walk around
the Red Light District is just the ticket!
Food
Going out in Amsterdam is something that's imbedded in the culture; restaurants
and bars are brimming with customers from the start of the day until the early
hours of the morning. The only problem with eating out in Amsterdam is the
sheer amount of choice available. Whatever takes your fancy whilst on a short break in the city, you are sure to
find it in Amsterdam.
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Population: 735,000
Time Zone:
CET: (UTC +1 hour)
Telephone area code: +20
Country:
The Netherlands (also know as Holland)
Cafes/Bars: 1,402
Restaurants: 755
Shops: 10,334
Art Galleries: 141
Museums: 42
Emergency number (police / fire / ambulance): 112
Centrale Doktersdienst (24 hour medical service):
0900 724 474 65
Airport Information: 0900 01 41
Schiphol Travel Taxi (to the airport):
0900 724 474 65
National Transport Line (for all travel info):
0900 92 62
Taxis - Taxicentrale Amsterdam:
677 77 77
British Consulate:
676 43 43
Tourist Office VVV: 0900 400 40 40