Amsterdam Canal Cruise
If you have a limited amount of time available, while you are in Amsterdam, the No. 1 "must do" has to be a cruise through the canals of Amsterdam. You see a lot of attractions in what is arguably the defining characteristic of Amsterdam. You can take a boat or exceeded open his round on a bicycle pedal a "channel" and see a lot of tourist attractions of Amsterdam in a short time. If you want to travel alone, you can rent a canal boat guide. You will enjoy browsing the neighborhood trees, the arrangement of houseboats in early 17th century mansions and fabulous bridges. Amsterdam's architecture is quite impressive, ranging from the Middle Ages to modernity. Particularly recommended are the sunset and night cruises. If you want just around the city on water, then you can go up and down the canal bus – a more convenient way of getting around Venice North.

The Rijksmuseum
The sample fabulous Rjksmuseum the best collection of early Dutch art, with paintings by Dutch masters Vermeer, Frans Hals and Rembrandt, as well as an amazing collection of Delftware and silver. While there, do not miss famous Vermeer's Milkmaid.

The Van Gogh Museum
The Van Gogh Museum is essential viewing for visitors to Amsterdam. It houses the largest collection of paintings by Van Gogh in the world of his Potato Eaters until the last months of his life spent in France, and reflects his mood swings throughout her life. The art is well represented to help you learn to close to these fascinating works of one of the worlds most beloved artists, but with problems.

Oude Kerk
This huge old Protestant church with houses clinging to its sides is still a tranquil haven in the heart of the famous Red Light District. Its buildings, particularly the Gothic-renaissance style octagonal bell tower, were used by sailors in the past, for navigation.

The Skinny Bridge
The Skinny Brug, also known as "Skinny Bridge" is the best known 1280 Amsterdam bridges. Originally built in 1670, then was replaced by a wide bridge to cope with traffic. It is a drawbridge that connects Netherlands Traditional banks of the Amstel River. About every twenty minutes, the captain of the bridge the bridge opens to let boats through.

Anne Frank House
You can visit the house where the young Anne Frank wrote her famous diary that tells about a Jewish girl hiding with her family during the Nazi occupation of Amsterdam during the Second World War. Part of the tour includes a visit inside the secret annex where Anne and her family hid. Seeing this house is a very moving experience and a time to reflection. The original diary is on display. We recommend that you visit early in the day to avoid crowds.

The Butterfly Pavilion
You can pay a visit to the largest butterfly pavilion in the Netherlands where butterflies flutter through the air and deposited into colorful flowers, while visitors can walk and enjoy its beauty. Depending on the season, the pavilion houses between 20 and 30 carefully selected species of butterflies such as the spectacular Blue Morpho moth Hawk.

Albert Cuyp Market
The Albert Cuyp market is a "must" visit for tourists who enjoy pushing their way into bustling, colorful markets. This outdoor market is 100 years old and has about 300 stalls offering fruit, vegetables, meat, fish, chocolate, cheese, plants, clothing, jewelry, shoes, bedding, fabrics and cosmetics. It is cheap and is a good place to buy flowers at a reasonable price.

Jane Hannington is Marketing Manager for Go City who specialise in hotels and apartments in major European cities. For details of accommodation available in Amsterdam visit the Go City website.

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