01 May Summer in the city, why we love Amsterdam
It’s no secret that we are crazy in love with Amsterdam. Even though we travel around the world and have seen so many amazing places, it’s such a good feeling to fly back to Amsterdam, the city we call our home. Like most cities, Amsterdam is at it’s best during summer. There are ton’s of events, places to sit outside and summer festivals. We have lined up a few reasons why Amsterdam is our favorite city in..well, the world!
Those Canals..
Yep, that’s Amsterdam’s little Venice. There’s nothing like it and during summer you can’t miss out on the many boats floating around the canals of our city. It’s very common for a group of friends to hire a boat where everybody brings wine, snacks and music to enjoy the day until the sun goes down. At night you can enjoy the canals as most of them are lit up by romantic lights.
It’s Foodie Heaven
New York, Bangkok, Los Angeles, Berlin, Paris, London you name it, we’ve all been there but Amsterdam seriously has some of the best food divided over different area’s. Because it’s so multicultural, you can literally find all sorts of cuisines here. From Asian, Moroccan, Italian, French to Tapas or Vegan. It’s here. If there is a new food hype, you can probably find it here in Amsterdam. Some of our favorite restaurants are BAK, Cottoncake, A-Fusion and Bo Nam.
On Friday nights you can find us at Bo Nam!
Green, Greener, Greenest
Because Amsterdam is so wide and open, we have a lot of space for green. Meaning, we have a park in almost every part of the city. If you live in West you have Westerpark, If you live in East, you have Oosterpark, if you live in South, you have Amstelpark and the center has the famous Vondelpark of course. We haven’t even mentioned the large Amsterdamse Bos which is more of a forest! Check out our green urban route in Amsterdam.
In the forest of Amsterdam
Some tourists think Amsterdam is a city of sin, but in truth it’s a city of freedom. And in freedom, most people find sin. ― John Green
Terraces Everywhere!
Unlike a city like New York, we have a lot of space in between the buildings and houses. Therefore many restaurant and bar owners have a licence to serve drinks and food outside. This is what makes Amsterdam extra special. If the sun shines, everyone is outside. Check out the best terraces in Amsterdam West and Amsterdam East or look a little higher and find out where the best rooftop terraces are.
One of the reasons we love Amsterdam: Terraces!
It’s Close to the Beach
Another BIG reason to love Amsterdam. If it’s more than 25 degrees outside and you’re in need of a sea breeze to cool you off, you can drive to the beach within 25 minutes. You have many options to choose from but we love Wijk aan Zee, Zandvoort and if you want to stay really close, you can visit Blijburg beach which is actually IN Amsterdam!
At Timboektoe Beachclub, Wijk aan Zee
We have some of the best Museums in the world
This is actually a fact. The Van Gogh Museum is one of the most visited museums in the world with more than 2.000.000 visits. Besides that we have the Rijksmuseum, Stedelijk for modern art, FOAM for photography and of course the famous Anne Frank house. Nemo is a science museum for kids and Amsterdam hosts many exhibitions throughout the year at various locations.
Summer Festivals
If you like summer festivals, Amsterdam is perfect for you! Our city hosts a stagering 300(!) festivals per year so you can only imagine how many there are during the summer. From dance festivals to foodtrucks, kids or festivals for the LGBT community, it’s all here!
Amsterdam has so many festivals to choose from
Amsterdam is very diverse, also when it comes to it’s people. Most people who live here, weren’t born or raised here but pretty much consider themselves as an Amsterdam citizen. Why? Because they are proud to live in Amsterdam. And yes, we are guilty as charged, because we are “imported” as well. Almost 10 years ago! We can’t imagine leaving this beautiful city just yet..
Want to find out more about Amsterdam and what’s new? Check our Amsterdam Guide!
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Miriba
Posted at 14:58h, 27 JuneI love amsterdam because of the kind people. I will visit holland this summer and therefor a weekend voucher would be great ❤️
Mieke Verbeek
Posted at 15:19h, 27 JuneThis story about this beautifull city make’s me want to buy a trainticket and stay there for the rest of the week.
Prizzo
Posted at 15:50h, 27 JuneI looove Amsterdam for the laid back atmosphere. Amsterdam is a city where you have a feeling that nobody seems to have a care in the world. If you decide to drive around butnaked on a bike, it just can’t be bothered by nobody. Amsterdam is a city for free spirits a city where you can be everything you want, you can even be batman if you would like that. In Amsterdam you can find mutual respect among, cultures, ethnicities, races, religions, sexual orientations. That’s why I think Amsterdam is one of the most liveable cities in the world. 🙂
Afke
Posted at 21:53h, 27 JuneEven though I’ve travelled to many other cities, Amsterdam is Still my favorit city in the world! It feels like coming home when visiting Amsterdam. I would Love to visit Amsterdam again together with my boyfriend!
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Aline
Posted at 09:01h, 29 JuneI haven’t been there but the wanderlust posts make want to visit Amsterdam.