Amsterdam’s canals are a unique destination for a wonderful holiday in the Netherlands. From the city centre, you can also easily visit the Dutch countryside, other cities and unique attractions. Below is the current list of the best tours from Amsterdam. What will you experience beyond Amsterdam’s canals?
Day trips to the windmill village Zaanse Schans
Just 20 kilometres from the centre of Amsterdam is the old Dutch mill village of Zaanse Schans. This village is an open-air museum you can walk through for free. From Amsterdam, you can easily travel to Zaanse Schans by train. Also, tour buses depart every day to this ancient Dutch village with several windmills. Below is our selection of the best tours.
Day trips to unique locations from Amsterdam
There are so many great cities, towns and attractions near Amsterdam that it is hard to choose. We have put together a selection of day trips departing from the centre of Amsterdam to great cities, villages and theme parks. Looking for something other than Amsterdam? Then book one of these great day trips.
Day trips to the tulip fields near Amsterdam (only 19 March – 10 May 2026)
Are you staying in Amsterdam’s canal belt and want to visit the tulips in spring, during the Tulip Festival Amsterdam? From the centre of Amsterdam, you have several options to visit Keukenhof Gardens and the tulip fields. You can take one of the special public transport buses to Keukenhof Gardens departing from Amsterdam RAI or Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, or take one of special day trips to the tulip fields.
Below is our selection of great day tours to the tulips from Amsterdam. These tours combine Keukenhof Gardens with a visit to tulip farm De Tulperij, Tulip Experience or the windmill village the Zaanse Schans.
Day trips to the Dutch Flower Parade (only 17 April – 19 April 2026)
The Dutch Flower Parade is the highlight of spring in Holland every year. The colourful parade does not pass through Amsterdam but several day trips to the Flower Parade go from the city centre. Below are the day trips on offer from Amsterdam for the Bloemencorso 2026.
Map of the canal district in Amsterdam
You will never be bored in the canal district of Amsterdam. The many shops, restaurants, hotels, attractions and museums ensure that both young and old are entertained. There are also many activities to undertake on or along the canals. Use the map below to explore the canal area. What are you going to do in Amsterdam?
