Amsterdam City Breaks 2018 / 2019

Amsterdam - Holiday Destination Information

Key Information: Being the capital of the Netherlands, Amsterdam is amongst the best cities to visit as a holiday destination. With majestic architecture and spectacular canals, holidays to Amsterdam can offer both a historical and cultural experience, suitable for kids and adults. There are several world-class museums and art galleries which lets you peak into the amazing history of Amsterdam.
Aside from the fascinating culture, Amsterdam is also well-known for its high-class shopping stores, traditional markets, vibrant bars and lively clubs. The nightlife at Amsterdam is incomparable as there are several popular venues, dance festivals and themed dance parties.

Ideal Time to Go: If you want low prices and fewer tourists to contend with, then the best time to book a cheap holiday to Amsterdam is around April and May or September and November. Although the temperatures may be cool and mild, when compared to the high season, you’ll still be getting better value for your money as hotel rates decrease in the off-seasons. For those who love basking in the sun, you should book holidays to Amsterdam around July and August. These are the hottest months and provide the most amount of sunshine. You can also expect more festivals and events to be available during the high season.

Weather: Amsterdam has an oceanic climate which offer warm summers and cool winters. There is generally a narrow average temperature difference which means you can expect to get good weather whenever you decide to book a holiday to Amsterdam. The hottest months are July and August with average temperatures rising to 17 °C, whereas the coldest months are January and February with average temperatures dropping to as low as 3°C. 

Flight Time: Direct flights to Amsterdam from the UK take around 1 hour. 

Time Difference: Amsterdam is 1 hour ahead of the UK time.

Currency: Euro (€)

Fun Fact: There are 165 canals in Amsterdam with the 17th century canal ring inside the Singelgracht becoming part of the UNESCO Heritage list.

Top Tip: Bicycles are one of the main methods of transportation in Amsterdam, so it’s important to stay alert and avoid the bicycle lanes to prevent any accidents.

How to Get There

Direct flights to Amsterdam are available all-year round due to the popularity of this destination. You can find direct and connecting flights to Amsterdam at airports across the UK. Being a part of Europe, you can expect to find cheap plane tickets at any time of the year.

Places to Visit on Your Amsterdam Holiday

Amsterdam city breaks offer a great variety of fun activities and entertainment for both kids and adults. Here are a few recommended places to visit during your city break in Amsterdam:

• Anne Frank House – This museum provides a fascinating history about the famous diarist, Anne Frank. Being one of the most popular attractions in Amsterdam, we recommend booking tickets in advance as you can expect there to be huge queues throughout the day.

• Rijksmuseum – This is one Amsterdam’s top museums which feature incredible master pieces from famous artists. This world-class museum has gathered the country’s biggest collection of artefacts from the 15th century. This is a very fascinating attraction for those who love culture, history and art.

• De Jordaan – This district is a very scenic and beautiful neighbourhood. Brimming with rich heritage, this area was once occupied by the working class and immigrants. Throughout the years of transformation, De Jordaan is now one of the most spectacular districts in Amsterdam.