There’s something very magical about the city of Amsterdam. There are tree-lined canals, complex Dutch canal homes, and an endless supply of cyclists bustling with daily commutes. As a walking city, Amsterdam is a great place to explore solo as it is easy to wander around the streets. There is an endless supply of cute cafes to enjoy many small art galleries and to spend time watching people. If you are planning on visiting solos in Amsterdam, check out this complete guide and enjoy your solo trip in Amsterdam!
Canals in Amsterdam
Amsterdam’s cleanest (and most photo-taked) canals are located in the heart of Amsterdam. This happens to be the most expensive area of town, so if you’re a solo traveler on a budget, stay in the suburbs and catch a bike to head to town, or take a walk if you’re not visiting in the winter!
Three major canals (Helengracht, Prinsengracht and Kiesergracht) were dug in the 17th century during the Dutch Golden Age and launched the waterway system of the Dutch capital. Now known as “Venice of the North”, Amsterdam is considered one of the cleanest European capitals, so you can wander around the solo, especially if you’re not lost on exploring by clearing the map.
Drinking coffee in Jordan
Currently, the Jordanian neighbourhood, which is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is very typical Dutch, so the history and aesthetics of the neighborhood are protected, and I believe in me when I say it’s as pretty as hanging out! Of course, “Coffee Shops” (cannabis shops) have their own location in Amsterdam, Actual Coffee and perhaps slices o’cakes, these are the perfect spots to stop by:
Feeling coffee corner – Try the perfect afternoon pick-up, Apple Cake.
Shop 43- It’s one of the best avocado toasts in the neighborhood, if not in town!
Cafe the Baking Fish – For a more traditionally Dutch coffee spot, this is your best shot.
Check out the Flower Market
The Netherlands are famous all over the world for their beautiful tulips and if you take your visit to just the right season, you can see many flowers in full bloom at the city’s flower market. The Blumenmark actually floats above the water and is the only one in the world on the Singel Canal, between Munthon purine and Koninpurine.
Take a boat tour on the canals of Amsterdam
Although it is often quite crowded with tourists in the spring/summer months, cruises on the canals of Amsterdam are a great way to look around the city and learn about its history (most boat tours run commentary and are very interesting!)
Visit the Amsterdam museum
Last but not least there are two, if not three days of museums to see and explore in Amsterdam. During the city, I purchased a city pass to access all the museums and an additional pass to Anne Frank House is because this is not included in the discount pass. The city offers endless museums and art galleries (and Amsterdam itself is Amsterdam itself), but there are some highlights you can’t miss.
Anne Franke House – In the secret home where Anne Frank spent years journaling during her acquisition of most of Nazi Germany in Europe and, in fact, Amsterdam. This is not to be overlooked. If you choose one museum, make this one.
Rijksmuseum – The National Dutch Museum dedicated to the art and history of the country.
Van Gogh Museum – A museum dedicated to the works of Vincent Van Gogh and his contemporaries.
