Amsterdam, Netherlands
The capital of the Netherlands, and indeed its largest city, Amsterdam has been an important European city for centuries. Founded as a fishing village, the settlement grew to become the centre of the Dutch Empire during its Golden Era, and during that time was arguably the most important port in the world. At present, it is a part of the sixth largest metropolitan area in Europe, and is the country's largest financial hub. Home to the Amsterdam Stock Exchange, as well as many multinational companies, its importance to European and worldwide business cannot be overlooked.
Of course, like many European cities, Amsterdam's history stretches back many centuries, and visitors to the city will be pleased to find that it is one that is truly worth exploring. From the historic Anne Frank House to the culturally significant Van Gogh Museum, Amsterdam has been home to many of modern history's most pivotal figures, a facet of the city's culture that comes across clearly even to the most casual visitor. Drawing around 4.2 million visitors per year, Amsterdam is perhaps most famous for its laid back, easy going atmosphere.
It is no surprise that a city with a history like Amsterdam's should also have a rich cultural heritage. From the Rijksmuseum Amsterdam, the national museum of Amsterdam, to the massive Heineken Music Hall, the city boasts a wide variety of arts related attractions. The Stopera, which derives its name from the city hall being adjoined by the opera house of Amsterdam, is home to the performing arts groups De Nederlandse Opera, Het Nationale Ballet and the Holland Symfonia, and visitors to the city would do well to not miss a performance of theirs.
Of course, Amsterdam wouldn't be Amsterdam without its vibrant nightlife. A truly multicultural community, the city is home to restaurants specializing in cuisine from all over the world. Visitors will also of course do well to visit some of its famous clubs and discotheques. All in all, Amsterdam is an ancient city that's well versed in the present, and therefore has something to offer to every type of visitor. From the Netherlands, to Europe, to the world, this one destination that truly breaks boundaries, and changes perspectives.
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Your 2 night stay in Amsterdam area, NL
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InterContinental Amstel
In Amsterdam's Canal Loop neighborhood, this hotel is close to Magere Brug, Hermitage
$38.99 

Eden Amsterdam American Hotel
In Amsterdam's Museum Quarter neighborhood, this property is close to Stadsschouwburg, Holland
$27.10 

Novotel Amsterdam City
This Amsterdam hotel is close to Free University of Amsterdam and Concertgebouw. Also nearby are
$17.34
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Amsterdam Marriott Hotel
Situated in the Museum Quarter neighborhood, in the heart of Amsterdam, this family-friendly property is close to Holland
$21.44 

Crowne Plaza Amsterdam City Centre
This city-center hotel is located in Amsterdam, close to Beurs van Berlage, Sint Nicolaaskerk, and Oude
$17.36 

Eden Leidse Square Hotel
Situated in Amsterdam's Museum Quarter neighborhood, this business-friendly hotel is close to Stadsschouwburg,
$18.88
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Hotel De l'Europe
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This luxury hotel rises majestically along the Amstel River in central Amsterstam’s Canal Loop. Dam Square is 0.6 km (0.4 mi) from the
$60.88 

Hotel Amsterdam - De Roode Leeuw
The historic Hotel Amsterdam - De Roode Leeuw is located in the centre of Amsterdam, The Netherlands. It's one block to busy Dam Square and two blocks to the Royal Palace. Centraal
$19.22
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Hilton Amsterdam
Situated in Amsterdam's Apollolaan District neighborhood, this business-friendly property is close to
$35.81 

NH Barbizon Palace
Located in Amsterdam, this hotel design is conveniently close to the airport, near Sint Nicolaaskerk, Openbare
$17.77
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Best Western Leidse Square Hotel
In Amsterdam's Museum Quarter neighborhood, this hotel is close to P.C. Hooftstraat, Holland
$17.81 

Swissôtel Amsterdam
The Swissotel Amsterdam hotel in Amsterdam, Netherlands is conveniently located to shopping, area attractions and entertainment. Around the corner from the hotel are Dam Square, the
$21.27
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Renaissance Amsterdam Hotel
This boutique property is located in Amsterdam, close to Beurs van Berlage, Sint Nicolaaskerk, and Oude
$19.39 

Conscious Hotel Museum Square
Situated in the Vondelpark neighborhood, in the heart of Amsterdam, this business-friendly hotel is close to
$14.42 

Radisson Blu Hotel, Amsterdam
The Radisson Blu Hotel, Amsterdam is located in the centre of Amsterdam, The Netherlands, just three blocks from busy Dam Square. The Stopera Theatre and the flower market are
$21.61
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NH Tropen
Located in Amsterdam, this hotel design is conveniently close to the airport, near Oosterpark and Tropenmuseum.
$13.42
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Park Hotel Amsterdam
Situated in the Museum Quarter neighborhood, in the heart of Amsterdam, this business-friendly property is close to
$21.20 

Tulip Inn Amsterdam Riverside
This countryside hotel is located in Amsterdam. Heineken Music Hall, Artis, and Nederlands
$8.13
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NH Schiller
Conveniently situated near the airport in the Canal Loop neighborhood of Amsterdam, this hotel design is close to
$18.21
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Rembrandt Classic Hotel
In Amsterdam's Canal Loop neighborhood, this property is close to Amsterdam Historical Museum,
$17.77 

Key Attractions
- Amstel Station
Amsterdam Amstel is a railway station in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. The station dates from 15 October 1939 when it was opened. It is located south west of the station Amsterdam Centraal. The station is used by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (trains) and GVB (metros).
- Central Train Station Amsterdam
Amsterdam Centraal is the central station of Amsterdam. It is one of the main railway nodes of the Netherlands and is used by approximately 150,000 passengers a day, excluding transferring passengers. It is also the starting point of Amsterdam Metro lines 51, 53, and 54.
- Concertgebouw
The Concertgebouw is a concert hall in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. The Dutch term "concertgebouw" literally translates into English as "concert building". Because of its highly regarded acoustics, the Concertgebouw is considered one of the finest concert halls in the world, along with places such as Boston's Symphony Hall and the Musikverein in Vienna.
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