Amsterdam in 3 days: what to see day by day
Ready-to-use 3 days itinerary for Amsterdam: 12 places grouped geographically into walking routes (17 h 55 min of pure visiting time) with opening hours and places to eat along the way.
1 day · 2 days · 3 days · Things to do in Amsterdam
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Day 1 · 6 h 30 min visiting · approx. 580 m walking between stops
- Rijksmuseum — 3 h visit. It houses the largest collection of Dutch art and history from the Middle Ages to the present, showcasing iconic works such as 'The Night Watch'. Hours: Mon–Sun 09:00–17:00.
- Van Gogh Museum — 2 h visit (approx. 320 m from previous stop). It houses the world's largest collection of Vincent van Gogh's works, offering a deep insight into the evolution of his art. Hours: Sat–Thu 09:00–18:00 · Fri 09:00–22:00.
- Concertgebouw — 1 h 30 min visit (approx. 260 m from previous stop). Offers free lunch concerts, allowing you to experience world-class acoustics without purchasing a full ticket.
Where to eat along the route (Day 1)
- Rijks — Located in the Rijksmuseum wing, it is one of the few restaurants serving modern Dutch cuisine, honored with a Michelin star.
- Patisserie Holtkamp — It is famous for its handmade cakes, pralines, and traditional Dutch pastries, offering artisanal quality in the city center.
Day 2 · 5 h 25 min visiting · approx. 1.9 km walking between stops
- Anne Frank Huis — 1 h 30 min visit. It allows visitors to explore the authentic, hidden rooms where Anne Frank wrote her diary, offering a direct testimony to history. Hours: Mon–Sun,PH 09:00–22:00 open "Online tickets only" · Apr 27 09:00–17:00 · May 04 09:00–17:00 · 2026 Sep 20 09:00–17:00 · 2026 Sep 21 closed · 2026 Nov 07 09:00–18:30.
- Westerkerk — 1 h visit (approx. 70 m from previous stop). It has the tallest church tower in Amsterdam, known as Westertoren, built between 1620 and 1631 in Renaissance style. Hours: Mon–Fri 11:00–15:00.
- Homomonument — 15 min visit (approx. 60 m from previous stop). It is a monument commemorating those persecuted for their sexual orientation, composed of three pink triangles above the canal, symbolizing LGBTQ+ history.
- Royal Palace of Amsterdam — 1 h 30 min visit (approx. 470 m from previous stop). Built in the 17th century, it initially served as the city hall, becoming a royal palace in 1808. Hours: 10:00–17:00.
- Dam Square — 1 h visit (approx. 90 m from previous stop). Created in the 13th century from a dam on the Amstel River, the square is home to the Royal Palace and the National Monument, unlike Nieuwmarkt.
- Magere Brug — 10 min visit (approx. 1.3 km from previous stop). Its unique drawbridge mechanism, combined with evening lighting, creates a particularly picturesque view of the Amstel.
Where to eat along the route (Day 2)
Day 3 · 6 h visiting · approx. 2 km walking between stops
- de Wallen — 1 h 30 min visit. This is a historic district of Amsterdam, which is uniquely famous for its function as a red-light district.
- Artis — 3 h visit (approx. 1.5 km from previous stop). The oldest zoo in the Netherlands, additionally offering an aquarium, planetarium, and an extensive botanical garden in one place. Hours: Mar 01–Oct 31 09:00–18:00.
- Wereldmuseum Amsterdam — 1 h 30 min visit (approx. 540 m from previous stop). Unlike others, it presents collections of art and objects from world cultures, connecting Dutch history with a global colonial perspective. Hours: Tue–Sun 10:00–17:00.
Where to eat along the route (Day 3)
- Restaurant 212 — Guests sit around an open kitchen, observing the cooking process, which is unique among two-Michelin-star restaurants like Flore.
- De Juwelier — Unlike Sichuan Food, it serves sophisticated European dishes, often changing its menu with the seasons.
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