Amsterdam Destination Guide

Amsterdam, the capital of the Netherlands, is one of the most popular travel destinations in the world, famous for its beautiful canals, top art museums, cycling culture and so on.Here are some of the key points to remember as you plan your trip to Amsterdam.

Must-See Attractions

●Old Centre

Most visitors begin their Amsterdam adventure here, which is full of tradition architecture, shopping centers, and coffee shops.

●Canal Ring

It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that was originally built to attract wealthy homeowners and is a center for celebrity spotting and nightlife today.

● Museum Quarter

It is great for shopping at the Albert Cuyp Market and having a picnic in the Vondelpark. The top museums to visit there are the Rijksmusuem and the Van Gogh Museum.

● Plantag

It boasts most of the city’s museums, including the Jewish Historical Museum.

Money Saving Tips

●Unless you really want to see the tulips(郁金香)blooming, avoid booking between mid-March and mid-May. This is when hotel and flight prices rise.

●Look for accommodations in Amsterdam’s South District, where rates are generally cheaper than in the city center.

● Buy train tickets at the machine instead of the counter to save a bit of money.

● Instead of hiring a tour guide, hop on a canal boat. They’re inexpensive and will give you a unique view of the city.

The Centre’s idea is summed up nicely by the old Scottish proverb, “The story is told eye to eye, mind to mind and heart to heart”. The main draw is its programme of spoken-word performances, most of which take place in its 100-seat basement theatre. The storytelling doesn’t just happen on stage, though. The ground floor has a large, airy room used for exhibitions, workshops as well as a monthly story session for tots (Tiny Tales for one- to three-year-olds).

No gift shop! Better than that, the centre has an independent bookshop, which specializes in fables, myths and folk stories. Many are classics passed down from generation to generation, although contemporary material also exists in abundance. Kids’ books are plentiful. Contemporary highlights include Lari Don’s Serpents and Werewolves and Janis Mackay’s The Selkie Girl. Also worth a look is Animals, Beasties and Monsters of Scotland by Lea Taylor, which forms part of The History Pres’s superb compilation (编纂) of regional Scottish folk stories. There are also Scots’ versions of Harry Potter, as well as Roald Dahl’s The Twits.

The centre is in the middle of Edinburgh’s Old Town, at the eastern end of the Royal Mile. It’s a five-minute walk from Waverley railway station. Driving in the city centre is to be avoided; the nearest bus stops are on the High Street and North Bridge. For more information, visit Lothian Buses.

Reasonable. Entry to the ground-floor space is free, although all the theatre performances are ticketed. Prices for shows vary, with the average around £8 for adults and £6 for children. Café Voices, the centre's monthly storytelling night, is £5.

10 a.m. -6 p.m. from Mondays to Saturdays; Sunday (July and August only). Last entry: 5:30 pm.

The London Pass is the final sightseeing package that has been specially tailor-made for visitors to the city. It allows holders to make the most out of their trip, saving them both time and money. With the London Pass you will get the following:

·Free entry to your choice of over 60 popular attractions, tours, sights and museums

·A useful 160-page Guidebook about the attractions plus helpful tips about the city

·Ability to skip the lines at the selected attractions to save time

·Optional Travel card to cover all of your transport needs

The London Pass Saves You Money

London can bean expensive city, and its tourist attractions are no exception. However, go sightseeing with a London Pass and you could make some great savings. Take a look at the normal gate price for some popular London attractions: Tower of London £19.00; Thames River Cruise £19.00; Windsor Castle £17.00; London Bridge Experience £23.00; St Paul’s Cathedral £15.00. Visiting those five attractions will cost well over £89. With a London Pass, these and many more attractions won’t cost you a penny.

The London Pass Saves You Time

London is a popular destination. Therefore, attractions and sights do get very busy. Waiting inline can sometimes take hours from your sightseeing experience—that’s why London Pass holders get to skip the queue at key attractions such as Tower of London, Windsor Castle and London Bridge Experience. Also, the map of London and the information about the city’s public transportation system available in our Guidebook help plan the perfect sightseeing itinerary to maximize your time in the city.

Practical Information

Adult ticket: From £43. 00

Address: Charing Cross Road, London, WC2H OEP

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