North Holland
4600 year old battle axe found in Amsterdam
Did you know that Amsterdam was officially founded 737 years ago, but has been inhabited since prehistoric times? During recent digging for metro tunnels...
Amsterdam’s Munttoren wrapped in a huge condom
Did you know that Amsterdam's Munttoren is wrapped in a 35-meter long condom for World AIDS Day today? The Stop Aids Now! organisation wants...
Avoid the wait in a long line at the Anne Frank House
Did you know that you can avoid the wait in a long line at the Anne Frank House by purchasing tickets online? You choose a...
Museum-hop into the wee hours during Museum Night
During the yearly Museum Night (Museumnacht) this Saturday in Amsterdam you can museum-hop into the wee hours (19.00-02.00). Tickets (€17.50) include entrance to 45...
Kalverstraat: Amsterdam’s busiest shopping street
Did you know that Amsterdam's busiest shopping street Kalverstraat is named after the cattle market that was held there until 1629? Not only is...
Madame Tussauds in Amsterdam
Since 1971 Madame Tussauds in Amsterdam has been home to many wax statues of movie stars, world leaders, musicians, sport heros, royals and of...
Schiphol Airport 4.5 metres below sea level
Did you know that when your plane arrives at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, it lands 4.5 metres below sea level?
Cruising Amsterdam’s canals
Did you know there are about 200 tourist vessels in Amsterdam? Each year more than 3 million tourists enjoy a tour of Amsterdam's canals.