Amsterdam is the largest city and the capital of the Netherlands with an urban population of more than a million and a metropolitan population of over 2 million.

The city offers its visitors a variety of experiences to choose from – cultural sightseeing, night-life entertainment, canal cruses, etc. Some of the popular tourist attractions include the Anne Frank House, the Red Light district, Artis Zoo, The Rembrandtsquare, the Damsquare and Amsterdam's most famous shopping street - the Kalverstraat.

Amsterdam is rich in pubs, coffee-shops, night clubs and accommodation options for every budget. It seems to be a preferred destination for independent travelers coming from all places of the world. An interesting way to explore the city is to do like the locals do –on a bike.

Best time to go: any time of the year, however the tourist season peaks in July and August when the weather is the nicest.