🇳🇱 Amsterdam, Olanda
Amsterdam is the Dutch capital, a city of canals, bicycles and extraordinary museums. Milan flight around 2h 50min (10 times/week). Rijksmuseum, Van Gogh Museum, Anne Frank House and Jordaan canals are unmissable.
✓ Rijksmuseum✓ Van Gogh Museum✓ Casa Anne Frank✓ Canali Jordaan✓ Vondelpark✓ Leidseplein✓ Albert Cuyp Market✓ NDSM Wharf
📅 Best time to visit
April–May: tulip season (Keukenhof). June–August: very long days. September–October: quieter with lower prices.
🌤 Clima
Oceanic climate: mild summers (17–22°C) and cool winters (2–8°C). Rain frequent year-round.
🏨 Where to stay
The Centrum near Dam Square is most expensive. The Jordaan is most characterful. De Pijp is bohemian and lively.
🏨 Hotels in Amsterdam💡 Practical tips
- Intercity Direct from Schiphol to Amsterdam Centraal in 17 min (€5.90 + supplement).
- Rent a bicycle: most authentic way to get around (€12–15/day).
- Book Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum online — queues are very long.
🚗 Car rental
Rent a car at Milan Malpensa airport (MXP) or in Amsterdam.