10:00

Rijksmuseum

Spend about two and a half hours exploring the collections, with special attention to the paintings of the Dutch Golden Age and the Gallery of Honour, where Rembrandt’s The Night Watch is displayed. Admission costs approximately €22–27; buying a time-slot ticket helps you plan your visit.

Check in advance the conditions for bags and the cloakroom.

12:45

Lunch in Museumplein

Take a break in the museum district, choosing a café or an informal spot just a few minutes’ walk from the Rijksmuseum. Budget around €15–25 for a dish or a light lunch with a drink.

14:00

Van Gogh Museum

Allow about two hours to follow Van Gogh’s artistic evolution through paintings, drawings and letters, as well as works by his contemporaries. Tickets cost roughly €22–28 and are usually booked online for a time slot.

Leave a short gap between lunch and entry, especially on busy days.

16:30

Walk in Vondelpark

Reach the park on foot in about 10–15 minutes and stroll along part of its tree-lined avenues, among lawns, ponds and cafés. Admission is free; set aside 60–90 minutes for the walk and use it to rest after your indoor visits.

19:00

Dinner between Museumkwartier and Oud-Zuid

Head back toward the museum district for dinner without straying too far from the itinerary. For a casual dinner, budget around €20–35 per person; booking is useful on weekends.

09:00

Anne Frank House

Visit the house and hiding place where Anne Frank and her family lived during the war; the visit usually takes about an hour. Tickets are limited, cost roughly €16–20, and must be purchased on the official website according to the updated sales arrangements.

Do not rely on buying tickets on site: plan your booking well in advance.

10:30

Westerkerk and surroundings

The church stands next to Anne Frank’s House and offers a chance to take a close look at the neighborhood architecture and the tower that rises above the rooftops of Jordaan. Access to the interior may depend on opening hours and services; check ahead and respect the worship areas.

11:30

Walk through Jordaan

Spend about an hour wandering the neighborhood’s streets and canals, among narrow houses, bridges, and small shops. For a coffee or snack in one of the local cafés, budget around €5–12.

13:00

Dam Square and Royal Palace Amsterdam

Reach Dam Square on foot in about 15–20 minutes and take in the square, the National Monument, and the façade of the royal palace. If the palace is open to the public, the visit takes about an hour and tickets cost roughly €12–15; opening times and prices depend on the official calendar.

15:00

Begijnhof

Walk to the historic courtyard of the Begijnhof, a quiet oasis tucked away among the central streets. Access is generally free: enter discreetly, since some parts are residential and silence is expected.

17:00

Canal cruise

Head to a central departure point and choose an around one-hour cruise to see the canal houses, bridges, and old warehouses from the water. Prices are roughly €16–25; compare the duration, departure point, and onboard commentary before buying.

19:00

Dinner in the historic center

End the day in the center, choosing a restaurant away from the most touristy streets for more choice and a calmer atmosphere. A casual meal costs about €20–35 per person.

09:30

Breakfast in De Pijp

Start the day at one of the neighborhood cafés, a short walk from the market, with breakfast or a light brunch. Budget around €8–18 per person and check the opening days of the place you choose.

10:30

Albert Cuyp Market

Stroll through the market and stop at stalls selling fresh produce, flowers, fabrics, and grab-and-go specialties. Entry is free; expect to spend about €5–15 on tastings or small purchases, and remember the market is not open every day.

12:30

Lunch among the stalls and cafés of De Pijp

Choose a snack at the market or sit down at a place on the nearby streets, so you stay in the same area. For a simple lunch, expect to spend about €10–20; specialties and prices vary from stall to stall.

14:00

Heineken Experience

Visit the former brewery to trace the brand’s history and learn about the production stages through interactive exhibits. The visit lasts about an hour and a half on average; tickets cost approximately €23–30, with possible differences depending on the experience included.

Book a time slot and check the entry requirements and tasting rules.

16:00

Walk through the streets of De Pijp

Spend the afternoon exploring the neighborhood’s streets at an unhurried pace, taking in the façades, small shops, and cafés frequented by locals. To get to the city center, you can use the tram or metro; the cost depends on the ticket or pass you choose, typically a few euros per ride.

18:00

Aperitif and dinner in De Pijp

Stay in the neighborhood for your final evening and choose a restaurant from the area’s international and Dutch options. For aperitif and dinner, budget around €25–45 per person, depending on the venue and drinks.