Things to do in North Holland

Activities, attractions and tours

Haarlem showing a windmill and a river or creek
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Volendam which includes farmland and a windmill


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What to do in North Holland


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Areas of North Holland

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Amsterdam City Centre

4.5/5(2,168 area reviews)

Known for its fascinating museums, charming cafes and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Amsterdam City Centre. Top attractions like Dam Square and Nieuwmarkt Square are major draws. Catch the metro at Nieuwmarkt Station or Waterlooplein Station to see more of the city.

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Jordaan

Get to know Jordaan and its many features like its breweries and churches. You might want to explore sights like Amsterdam Tulip Museum and The 9 Streets, and you can jump on the metro at Bloemgracht Stop or Rozengracht Stop to get around the city.

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Red Light District

5/5(1 area review)

For at least 600 years, locals, sailors and travelers have come to this part of Amsterdam for adult entertainment in the many bars, brothels and eateries.

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Rijksmuseum featuring a city, views and a pond

Museum Quarter

4.5/5(971 area reviews)

Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Museum Quarter. Check out top attractions like Van Gogh Museum and Stedelijk Museum, and jump on the metro at Van Baerlestraat Stop or Concertgebouw Tram Stop to see more of the city.

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Amsterdam which includes a river or creek, a city and boating

Canal Ring

4.5/5(972 area reviews)

Visit these semi-circular canals built in the 17th century to see why Amsterdam got the nickname “The Venice of the North.”

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Amsterdam featuring a city, street scenes and a river or creek

Binnenstad

If you're spending time in Binnenstad, check out sights like Dam Square or National Monument and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Dam Stop or Paleisstraat Tram Stop.

Binnenstad