Amsterdam

With over 20 million visitors annually, Amsterdam is both the largest city in the Netherlands and one of the most popular travel destinations in all of Europe. Wandering the cobbled streets that border the city's numerous attractive canals is at the top of the list of entertaining things to do in Amsterdam.

The charming Jordaan neighborhood of the city is a great place to do this. These older houses were built in the first half of the 17th century, and they stand out for having tucked-away inner courtyards. After walking about here a little, continue to Grachtengordel. The city's famous houseboats and iconic bridges can be seen in this charming location. Exploring the many charming boutiques or stopping at a café to people-watch are both equally enjoyable. Dam Square and many other sights are easily accessible from here in a short amount of time. The Rijksmuseum is one of the most visited places. An amazing collection of artwork, including numerous significant works by the Old Masters, including Rembrandt, is housed in this large, architecturally magnificent museum and gallery. The Anne Frank House and the Van Gogh Museum are two further places you must see.