subject: The Total Instructions On Muiden, Amsterdam Survival With Effortless To Track Hint On Locating Hotel [print this page] Taking a One-Day tour at Zaanse Schans Taking a One-Day tour at Zaanse Schans
For those looking for some old world charm which shows many interesting parts of Dutch History, Zaanse Schans is the way to go, just 20 minutes away from Amsterdam proper. The town was once an old 17th century industrial village and parts of it still show in its remnants such as the working mills, allowing visitors in on certain days of the week, the cheese factory and the clog workshop. The latter gives out free cheese samples for passing travelers. To get to Zaanse Schans, one can take the train going to Koog Zaandjik which will take you to its town proper, after which Zaanse Schans is only 10 minutes away by foot, or one can bike going there. The village is meant to be a day trip however if you want to stay overnight, theres the Hotel Sans Pareil available for you. The Museum Zaans is another must-visit as it encapsulates the history of the whole village from its factories to its local customs.
Using Public Transportation in Amsterdam
For tourists and travelers visiting Amsterdam, one will be glad to know that Amsterdam has user-friendly transportation services which allow even visitors to be self-sufficient when moving about. For one, even before getting to Amsterdam, one can already plan his or her trip and route by using their interactive map at their online website. The map provides a practical guide in getting around every stop in Amsterdam and even advises which route is the fastest one to take, and which public transport is available to get there. A public transportation service called Arriva also provides easy transfers via their trains, buses, taxis and coaches to different parts of the city. For those who want a guide, try Oostenrijk Touringcars which is a combination of a tour guide and custom travel in one. But if you need the luxury of controlling your own time, then the best alternative would be to rent a scooter, bicycle, car or boat just so its convenient for you.
Making the day out of Strolling in Westerpark, Amsterdam
Westerpark was named as such because of the beautiful park that dominates its landscapes, filled with strategic waterscapes and people lounging around with picnic baskets, kids running around the lined trees and adults reading a book or chatting the day away. But aside from Westerpark itself, there are many cinemas, galleries, unique structures, restaurants and cafes to go to. If youre looking for unique architectural finds, head off to Silodam or to Amsterdam School. Silodam is a fascinating building to watch especially since it looks suspended on water and was designed by one of the most famous architectural greats, MVRDV. 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. If youre on a budget, head on to Caf Restaurant Amsterdam, a historic structure which was once a 1900s engine room, now a favorite hangout place of Amsterdammers in Westerpark. See you there!
Visiting Amsterdams Historic Cinemas
Going to the cinemas is one of the favorite local pastimes of Amsterdammers and should not be missed when youre a visiting tourist. In fact, the love for film is so inculcated in their system that its no wonder that many major film festivals are held here such as the International Documentary Film Festival and Cinekid Festival. Independent films are also very much alive here, so much so that there are so many cinemas in Amsterdam, most of which have a great ambiance and historic significance to Amsterdammers such as the posh Pathe Tuschinski, Het Ketelhuis, Rialto Filmtheater and Pathe de Munt. They also have a movie house which is run by students, the Kriterion. There is also the Film Museum found at Vondelpark which shows art movies and classics. Dont be afraid about the language barrier as many film centers here also show Hollywood films although for a more authentic experience, its best to sit through a Dutch film. In any case, the love for film is so apparent in Amsterdam, that joining in the experience is a must while youre there.
