Amsterdam on a Budget: 7-Day City and Countryside Exploration

Discover Amsterdam's central landmarks on foot and by bike before spending the evening wandering through the atmospheric Jordaan district.

1. 08:30|09:30
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Bakers & Roasters

   08:30 – 09:30

   Enjoy a hearty breakfast with fresh coffee in the city centre.

2. 09:30|11:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Amsterdam Old Town Highlights Private Guided Walking Tour

   09:30 – 11:30

   Take a guided walk through Amsterdam's historic center to learn about the city's origins and architecture.

   • entryINR 21326
3. 11:45|12:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Bloemenmarkt

   11:45 – 12:30

   Browse the famous floating flower market along the Singel canal.

   • entryFree
4. 12:30|13:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at Cafeteria Jan de Wit

   12:30 – 13:30

   Stop for an affordable Dutch lunch of fries and snacks.

5. 14:00|16:00
   

   Outdoor

   Amsterdam bike tour

   14:00 – 16:00

   Cycle like a local through historic streets and along classic canal bridges.

6. 16:15|17:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Explore Jordaan Neighborhood

   16:15 – 17:45

   Walk past picturesque canals, indie boutiques, and historic courtyard houses in the Jordaan.

   • entryFree
7. 18:00|19:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Evening Stroll through the Jordaan District

   18:00 – 19:15

   Experience the quiet charm of the Jordaan as twilight falls over the illuminated bridges.

   • entryFree

   Directions
8. 19:30|20:30
   

   Food

   Dinner at Moeders

   19:30 – 20:30

   Savour traditional Dutch home cooking in a cozy venue.

Capture the iconic waterways, visit historical landmarks, and sample local flavours in the vibrant De Pijp neighborhood.

1. 08:30|09:30
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Omelegg

   08:30 – 09:30

   Start the day with fresh omelettes in the historic heart of the city.

2. 09:45|11:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Self-Guided Canals of Amsterdam Photography Tour

   09:45 – 11:15

   Follow a curated self-guided route to photograph Amsterdam's photogenic canal belts.

   • entryINR 2337
3. 11:30|12:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit to Anne Frank House

   11:30 – 12:30

   Pay a thoughtful visit to the secret annex where Anne Frank wrote her diary during WWII.

   • entryFree
4. 12:30|13:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at Winkel 43

   12:30 – 13:30

   Enjoy a lunch break with famous homemade Dutch apple pie.

5. 14:00|15:30
   

   Shopping

   Albert Cuyp Market

   14:00 – 15:30

   Browse Europe's largest daily outdoor street market for clothes, cheese, and souvenirs.

6. 15:45|17:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Guided Walking Street Food Tour of De Pijp & Beyond

   15:45 – 17:45

   Sample local street eats like herring, stroopwafels, and poffertjes while walking De Pijp.

   • entryINR 15107
7. 18:00|19:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Jordaan District Stroll

   18:00 – 19:15

   Wander the narrow streets and quiet canals of the Jordaan district before dinner.

   • entryFree
8. 19:30|20:30
   

   Food

   Dinner at Cannibale Royale

   19:30 – 20:30

   Relish a budget-friendly steak or burger dinner in a stylish brassiere.

Head across the IJ river to Amsterdam Noord for interactive fun and craft workshops, then spend the afternoon cycling Vondelpark.

1. 08:30|09:30
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Pancakes Amsterdam

   08:30 – 09:30

   Fuel up with sweet or savoury Dutch pancakes near Central Station.

2. 09:30|11:30
   

   Outdoor

   Self Guided Secrets of Amsterdam North Exploration Game

   09:30 – 11:30

   Solve puzzles and uncover hidden gems across the creative industrial waterfront of Amsterdam Noord.

3. 11:45|13:00
   

   Shopping

   A unique tufting workshop in Amsterdam Noord

   11:45 – 13:00

   Get creative and make your own handmade textile piece in an artistic studio space.

4. 13:00|14:00
   

   Food

   Lunch at Pllek

   13:00 – 14:00

   Dine in a repurposed shipping container cafe overlooking the IJ waterfront.

5. 14:30|16:00
   

   Outdoor

   Explore Vondelpark

   14:30 – 16:00

   Walk through Amsterdam's most celebrated urban park and enjoy its ponds and lawns.

6. 16:15|17:30
   

   Outdoor

   Vondelpark Bike Ride

   16:15 – 17:30

   Rent a bike to cycle along the shaded pathways of Vondelpark.

7. 17:45|19:00
   

   Outdoor

   Vondelpark Cycling

   17:45 – 19:00

   Continue exploring the expansive green trails of Vondelpark by bicycle.

8. 19:30|20:30
   

   Food

   Dinner at Foodhallen

   19:30 – 20:30

   Choose from a wide variety of affordable global street food stalls.

Immerse yourself in world-class art at Museumplein, featuring the Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum.

1. 08:30|09:30
   

   Food

   Breakfast at The Avocado Show

   08:30 – 09:30

   Enjoy creative, photo-worthy breakfast dishes based on fresh avocados.

2. 09:30|11:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit to Rijksmuseum

   09:30 – 11:15

   Admire Rembrandt's 'The Night Watch' and thousands of Dutch Golden Age masterpieces.

   • entryFree
3. 11:30|12:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Rijksmuseum Tour

   11:30 – 12:30

   Walk through the museum's decorative arts, historical artifacts, and expansive galleries.

   • entryEUR 20
4. 12:30|13:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at Cafe de Poot

   12:30 – 13:30

   Relax over sandwiches and coffee near the Museum District.

5. 14:00|16:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Van Gogh, Rembrandt and Dutch Art Private Tour in Amsterdam

   14:00 – 16:00

   Gain deep insights into Dutch artistic traditions with an expert guided art experience.

   • entryINR 23422
6. 16:15|17:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit to Van Gogh Museum

   16:15 – 17:30

   Explore the world's largest collection of paintings and letters by Vincent van Gogh.

   • entryEUR 15
7. 17:45|19:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Van Gogh Museum Visit

   17:45 – 19:00

   Examine iconic works like Sunflowers and Almond Blossom up close.

   • entryEUR 20
8. 19:30|20:30
   

   Food

   Dinner at De Silveren Spiegel

   19:30 – 20:30

   Dine on Dutch specialties in a historic 17th-century building.

9. 21:00|22:30
   

   Food

   Amsterdam Craft Beer Tasting

   21:00 – 22:30

   Sample a flight of locally brewed Dutch craft beers in a neighborhood tasting room.

Discover Amsterdam's rich Jewish history in the Cultural Quarter before enjoying an evening cruise on the canals.

1. 08:30|09:30
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Greenwoods Singel

   08:30 – 09:30

   Order traditional English breakfast plates beside the canal.

2. 09:30|11:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Skip-the-line Portuguese Synagogue, Jewish Amsterdam Tour

   09:30 – 11:15

   Visit the majestic 17th-century Portuguese Synagogue and learn about Jewish community history.

   • entryINR 35555
3. 11:30|12:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Stedelijk Museum Visit

   11:30 – 12:30

   Explore modern and contemporary art installations and design collections.

   • entryFree
4. 12:30|13:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at Broodje Bert

   12:30 – 13:30

   Grab large, grilled-to-order sandwiches popular with locals.

5. 14:00|15:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Anne Frank House Visit

   14:00 – 15:45

   Reflect on World War II history while walking through the preserved historic rooms.

   • entryEUR 40
6. 16:00|17:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Heineken Experience

   16:00 – 17:30

   Tour the former brewery premises to learn the history and craft of global brewing.

   • entryEUR 20
7. 17:45|19:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Amsterdam Highlights Small-Group Cruise with Apple Pie, 2 Drinks

   17:45 – 19:00

   Relax on a small boat cruise while taking in views of gabled canal houses with warm apple pie.

   • entryINR 6910
8. 19:30|20:30
   

   Food

   Dinner at Restaurant Haesje Claes

   19:30 – 20:30

   Taste traditional Dutch stamppot in an authentic multi-room setting.

Journey into the countryside to see windmills and traditional crafts before returning to the city for evening walks.

1. 08:00|08:45
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Village Bagels

   08:00 – 08:45

   Quick breakfast with freshly baked bagels and warm drinks.

2. 09:00|13:00
   

   Outdoor

   Excursion to the Dutch Countryside

   09:00 – 13:00

   Take a half-day trip to see historic windmills, cheese farms, and wooden shoe workshops.

3. 13:15|14:15
   

   Food

   Lunch at Restaurant De Kraai

   13:15 – 14:15

   Enjoy giant Dutch pancakes in a restored historic barn setting.

4. 14:45|16:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit to the Heineken Experience

   14:45 – 16:15

   Explore the interactive exhibits and brewing heritage after returning to the city.

   • entryEUR 25
5. 16:30|17:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Red Light District Walking Tour

   16:30 – 17:45

   Walk through De Wallen to learn about the area's history, architecture, and legal backdrop.

   • entryEUR 30
6. 18:00|19:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Evening Canal Cruise

   18:00 – 19:15

   See the illuminated bridges and canal-side mansions from the water at dusk.

   • entryEUR 25
7. 19:30|20:30
   

   Food

   Dinner at Cafe Loetje

   19:30 – 20:30

   Sample famous Dutch-style steak in a bustling neighborhood eatery.

8. 20:45|21:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Evening Stroll through the Jordaan District

   20:45 – 21:45

   Conclude your evening with a peaceful walk along silent canals.

   • entryFree

   Directions

Wrap up your week by exploring unique exhibitions, shopping local markets, and joining a cocktail workshop.

1. 08:30|09:30
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Dignita Hoftuin

   08:30 – 09:30

   Enjoy organic breakfast food in a peaceful courtyard setting.

2. 10:00|12:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Body Worlds Amsterdam & 1-Hour Canal Cruise

   10:00 – 12:00

   Discover the human anatomy exhibition followed by a relaxing boat trip through central canals.

   • entryINR 4099
3. 12:15|13:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Bloemenmarkt

   12:15 – 13:00

   Pick up souvenirs and flower bulbs at the famous floating market.

   • entryFree
4. 13:00|14:00
   

   Food

   Lunch at Maoz Vegetarian

   13:00 – 14:00

   Grab a quick, budget-friendly falafel pita with unlimited fresh toppings.

5. 14:30|16:00
   

   Shopping

   Albert Cuyp Market

   14:30 – 16:00

   Finish last-minute shopping for Dutch cheeses and gifts at the market stalls.

6. 16:15|17:30
   

   Outdoor

   Explore Vondelpark

   16:15 – 17:30

   Take one final leisurely stroll around the park grounds.

7. 17:45|19:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Jordaan District Stroll

   17:45 – 19:00

   Enjoy the evening ambience of Amsterdam's prettiest neighborhood.

   • entryFree
8. 19:30|20:30
   

   Food

   Dinner at Cafe de Klos

   19:30 – 20:30

   Savor famous ribs and grilled meats at a classic Amsterdam pub.

9. 21:00|23:00
   

   Food

   Party Cocktail Workshop with Nightclub Entrance in Amsterdam

   21:00 – 23:00

   Learn to mix drinks in a interactive session before gaining entry to a local nightclub.