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Mitch Watts

Hey folks, my wife and I are going to our first European trip this autumn. And we’re spending nearly 13 days in Amsterdam! Would love to have recommendations for what to see and do. Also, where are the best stroopwafels? I’ve never had one 😅

Derek P. Collins
Replying to @mitchwatts

Riding a bike through Vondelpark is a wonderful experience and the two museums I mentioned are right near there as well, so you can definitely make a whole day of that!

Mitch Watts
Replying to @derekpcollins

My wife built our itinerary and I believe that everything you listed is part of the plan 🤌 Our hotel is right outside Vondelpark, too! I expect frequent strolls through it during our stay.

Derek P. Collins
Replying to @mitchwatts

Your hotel may have bikes to borrow/rent — many of them do.

Mitch Watts
Replying to @derekpcollins

I expect the biking infrastructure to blow my mind. Nothing as seemingly robust that I’ve experienced in the states.

Derek P. Collins
Replying to @mitchwatts

For sure! Be aware of the sidewalks vs the bike paths — a lot of tourists end up walking in the bike paths on accident!

Mitch Watts
Replying to @derekpcollins

Oh geez! I appreciate the pro-tip. I really want to avoid being the annoying, clueless American tourists 🙈

Derek P. Collins
Replying to @mitchwatts

13 days is definitely a long time for just Amsterdam, so I would highly recommend planning some excursions to nearby cities. The train is such a fantastic way to get around Europe!

Derek P. Collins
Replying to @mitchwatts

I’d also suggest taking the train from the airport — it’s fast and easy and walking out of the train station towards the city is always a nice welcome to Amsterdam.

Derek P. Collins
Replying to @mitchwatts

Let me know if you have any questions!