Time to Travel
Travel Guide
Explore the Amsterdam
Best time to visit
the Amsterdam
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Spring and summer might be delightful, but they're not easy on the wallet. True budget travelers know that the city is more easily afforded, and experienced more like a local, during the "off season."
In the spring, tulips are blooming everywhere, and summer brings a booming outdoor cafe scene. Popular attractions like the Anne Frank House and the Van Gogh Museum have lines wrapped around, with no end in sight, and hotels are harder to find.
The best trip would be from late September to late October. As the days grown shorter, autumn leaves drift silently, streets become peaceful, and even the canals calm down. Prices, tourism, and temps have dropped, and it’s the best time to experience cozy cafes, free museums, and small, local happenings.
December brings Christmas markets, ice skating, and parades. Usually,
Christmas time is very busy season but it's also has advantages.
You need to know
before travel...
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Language: The official language of the Netherlands is Dutch.
Currency: Euro (EUR)
Credit Cards & ATMs: Major credit cards and debit
cards are widely accepted in the Netherlands, though
some small shops may charge a fee of 2-6% if used.
Plugs: In the Netherlands, the power plugs are type C
and F, the standard voltage is 230 V, and the standard
frequency is 50 Hz. We recommend buying a universal adapter (make sure it has surge protection)
and using a converter for hairdryers and hot tools.
Important information
Starting from the mid of 2025 US travelers between
18-70 years old will need to fill out an ETIAS visa-
waiver form prior to their trip, and pay a €7
($7.25) entry fee, to travel to European
countries within the Schengen Area.
