subject: A Thorough Instructions On Centrum, Amsterdam Residing And Effortless To Abide Advice On Looking For [print this page] What to do and Where to go in Westerpark Amsterdam
The greatest attraction is of course its namesake, Westerpark, which is a stunning combination of park and people along with strategically placed in waterscapes that allow locals and visitors to lounge around in the park all day long. But aside from Westerpark itself, there are many cinemas, galleries, unique structures, restaurants and cafes to go to. First off, when its unique architecture that youre looking for, head on to Amsterdam School and Silodam. Silodam is a beautiful structure that was designed by one of the award-winning architectural greats, MVRDV, which looks like a crate of boxes suspended on water. After the foot tour, go to a restaurant, maybe WestergasTerras where a nice view awaits through their terraces or to Rainarai for some authentic Algerian cuisine. For those who want to save up on food, try the sumptuous Caf Restaurant Amsterdam which is set up in a converted 1900s engine room. Have fun!
Warm Summer Fun on the Beaches of Amsterdam
Whether its for a lively party scene or a serene day with the family, the beaches of Amsterdam provide a refreshing escape from the city. There are many beaches down at the North Coast that is convenient to go to via public transportation or even via a short leisurely drive with friends. North Amsterdam has Bloemendaal and Zandvoort which are great party places as they have pavilions to hang around in. There are over 40 pavilions in the area which are used to house the bars and restaurants for the partygoers. Bloemendaal is a great place for a complete party atmosphere with live music, a DJ and a mix of different personalities to make a fun night out of even weekdays. On the other hand, there are other beaches in Amsterdam which are less crowded and great for overall relaxation such as Egmond aan Zee, Castricum and Schoorl. The first is the nearest beach from the village and is also quite close the shopping district of Amsterdam. For a full list of the different beaches Amsterdam has to offer, check out their official website.
Where to go for an Educational Excursion in Amsterdam
Because Dutch History was so rich and so well-preserved, its no wonder that there are so many museums to choose from while in Amsterdam. Delve into the fields of science, history, architecture, art and local customs, depending on which ones are more important to visit for you. When art is concerned, theres the Van Gogh Museum in Centrum or the Rembrandthuis which allows visitors to take a peek of what these two artists were like and how their paintings influenced Dutch Culture. For modern art, theres the Foam Photography Museum and the Netherlands Media Art, as well as Amsterdam Centre for Architecture. Amsterdammers are also good keepers of Dutch history as the Dutch Resistance Museum which reincarnates the lives and battles of those who joined the Resistance in World War II and the Amsterdam Historical Museum is found here. For fashionistas out there, theres always the Museum of Bags and Purses which chronicles the different bags from the Middle Ages. There are so many educational excursions to choose from, and each one should help take you a step closer to understanding Dutch culture.
Relaxing Stroll at De Plantage, Amsterdam
If youre trying to escape the nostalgic feel of the village, then De Plantage is probably one of the most affordable escapes one can get whilst still hooked to Amsterdam, far more modern than places such as Muiden or Centrum. The whole area found at the East part of Amsterdam is spacious and offers different attractions for kids, adults, intellectuals and adventurers. ARCAM or Amsterdam Centre for Architecture is found at De Plantage and offers year-round exhibits which promote futuristic architectural structures. For the kids and adults on a day trip, try the Artis Zoo, which is a beautiful way to interact with all kinds of animals as they have an aquarium, butterfly garden, petting zoo, a planetarium, geological museum and a research center housed in its property. Although De Plantage is considered a contemporary area, there are still many historical sites which can be visited such as Rembrandts House, the Dutch Resistance Museum and the Tropenmuseum. Have lunch at Restaurant de Kas, a greenhouse turned eating area, or at Bloem, a warehouse turned restaurant found near Artis Zoo. There are so many things to captivate the sense in De Plantage including stores, museums, cafes and parks, one will surely not regret visiting here.
