Amsterdam FESTIVALS - SPECIAL EVENTS

Top 5 Must-See Activities in Amsterdam

These are the most famous Amsterdam tourist attractions & sight tours which sees thousands and millions of visitors each year:


Amsterdam Best Festivals, Special Events, Carnivals

Bevrijdingspop

bevrijdingspop

On May 5 Amsterdam celebrates the country's liberation from the Nazi regime with a smashing music festival. Music lover tourists who attend the Bevrijdingspop will enjoy concerts of local and international artists. Expect any genres from folk, indie to pop-rock.

Suitable for you: All age groups

Contact Details
Phone Address
+31 20 206 7797
Haarlemmerhout
Opening Times
Opening Timing
05/05/16

Rollende Keunke

rollende-keunke

Spring always brings numerous programs to the city, this didn't happen otherwise in Amsterdam. The Rollende Keunke is a massive food festival which lasts one weekend. The Rollende Keunke attracts locals and tourists and offers a big rich table for everyone who adores delicious food. During the festival, the street is full of rolling kitchens offering street food and drink, like pizza, waffles and many more.

Suitable for you: All age groups

Contact Details
Phone Address
No information
Westergasfabriek Pazzanistraat 41 1014 Amsterdam
Opening Times
Opening Timing
May 12-16 13:00 pm to 23:00 pm

Valtifest

valtifest

Organized yearly since 2008, when the MTV sponsored the Valtifest, by now the festival had grown into one of main entertainment, music and dance events in Amsterdam. Tourists who are up for a day with partying heavily, are welcome to attend. Each year the Valtifest requires a specific dress code, so don't forget to dress up accordingly!

Suitable for you: All age groups

Contact Details
Phone Address
+31 20 422 1888
NDSM-werf, Amsterdam
Opening Times
Opening Timing
September 3 13:00 pm – 23:00 pm

Tulp Festival

tulp-festival

The tulip is one the symbols of Netherlands, a flower that had a huge impact both on the country's history and economics. Each spring in April, Amsterdam celebrates the beauty of the tulip – around 800,000 tulips types, rare and the most known ones can be seen throughout Amsterdam in museum gardens, city institutions, parks and many places.

Suitable for you: All age groups

Contact Details
Phone Address
None
Different locations throughout Amsterdam
Opening Times
Opening Timing
04/01/30

Taste of Amsterdam

taste-of-amsterdam

For a few days in June, Amsterdam transforms into the city of delights. Organized yearly, the event showcases local vendors, restaurants and chefs who present food, dishes on stands. It is a great opportunity for both locals and tourists who are eager to discover the Dutch cuisine, wines. The program also includes workshops, wine tastings and a marketplace with full of local produce.

Suitable for you: All age groups

Contact Details
Phone Address
020 3038860
Amstelpark, Amsterdam
Opening Times
Opening Timing

June 2
17:00 pm – 23:00 pm
June 3
15:00 pm – 23:00 pm
June 4
12:00 pm – 23:00 pm
June 5
12:00 pm – 22:00 pm




Stedelijk Museum Tickets

Bestseller

Duration: 45 to 90 minutes

GetYourGuide: €18.50 Viator: €18.50 Tiqets: €18.50 TicketBar: €18.50

4.5 (685 reviews)

Stedelijk Museum Tickets

Artis Amsterdam Royal Zoo Ticket

Bestseller

Duration: 4.5

GetYourGuide: €24.00 Viator: €24.00 Tiqets: €24.00 TicketBar: €32.00

4.5 (6,297 reviews)

Artis Amsterdam Royal Zoo Ticket

Amsterdam City Canal Cruise Daytime

Bestseller

Duration: Approximately 1 hour

TicketBar: €12.00 Viator: €12.90 GetYourGuide: €13.65 Tiqets: €14.00

4.0 (212 reviews)

Amsterdam City Canal Cruise Daytime

Ultimate Party Pub Crawl - Red Light District

Bestseller

Duration: 6 hours

TicketBar: €18.00 GetYourGuide: €20.00 Viator: €20.28

4.0 (212 reviews)

Ultimate Party Pub Crawl - Red Light District

Amsterdam Historical Bike Tour

Bestseller

Duration: 3 hours

TicketBar: €29.50 GetYourGuide: €32.00 Viator: €34.60

4.5 (349 reviews)

Amsterdam Historical Bike Tour

4-Hour Food Tasting Tour of Jordaan

Bestseller

Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes

GetYourGuide: €83.00 Viator: €83.00

5.0 (53 reviews)

4-Hour Food Tasting Tour of Jordaan

Henri Willig Cheese Tasting Tour with Wine

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Duration: 45 minutes

GetYourGuide: €17.50 Viator: €17.50 Tiqets: €17.50

4.5 (157 reviews)

Henri Willig Cheese Tasting Tour with Wine

Evening Canal Cruise Amsterdam

Bestseller

Duration: 1 to 1.5 hours depending on booking company used.

Tiqets: €14.00 TicketBar: €15.00 Viator: €17.10 GetYourGuide: €18.00

4.0 (315 reviews)

Evening Canal Cruise Amsterdam

Van Gogh Museum Skip-the-Line Tour

Bestseller

Duration: 120 to 150 minutes

TicketBar: €19.00 GetYourGuide: €100.70 Viator: €100.70

5.0 (137 reviews)

Van Gogh Museum Skip-the-Line Tour

Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour Amsterdam

Bestseller

Duration: 24 or 48 Hours

GetYourGuide: €20.00 Tiqets: €21.00 TicketBar: €21.00 Viator: €21.50

4.0 (1013 reviews)

Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour Amsterdam

Bruges Day Trip from Amsterdam

Bestseller

Duration: 12 hours

GetYourGuide: €49.00 Viator: €85.00 Tiqets: €95.00 TicketBar: €95.00

4.0 (1100 reviews)

Bruges Day Trip from Amsterdam

Rijksmuseum and Canal Cruise Combi Ticket

Bestseller

Duration: Flexible: 1 hour canal ride, 1 day entry to the museum

Tiqets: €30.50 Viator: €32.50 GetYourGuide: €33.36 TicketBar: €34.00

4.5 (396 reviews)

Rijksmuseum and Canal Cruise Combi Ticket

Amsterdam Light Festival Canal Cruise

Bestseller

Duration: 75 minutes

Tiqets: €19.50 Viator: €21.90 TicketBar: €29.50 GetYourGuide: €29.95

3.5 (314 reviews)

Amsterdam Light Festival Canal Cruise

Canal Cruise and Heineken Experience Combo Ticket

Bestseller

Duration: Approximately 3 hours (including 75 minute canal cruise)

Tiqets: €29.10 Viator: €29.20 GetYourGuide: €33.00

4.0 (52 reviews)

Canal Cruise and Heineken Experience Combo Ticket

Van Gogh Museum and Canal Cruise Ticket

Bestseller

Duration: 3 Hours +

Tiqets: €32.60 Viator: €33.00 TicketBar: €35.50 GetYourGuide: €39.50

4.5 (75 reviews)

Van Gogh Museum and Canal Cruise Ticket

Amsterdam Evening Pizza Cruise Tour

Bestseller

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Tiqets: €39.00 Viator: €42.50 GetYourGuide: €49.00

4.5 (756 reviews)

Amsterdam Evening Pizza Cruise Tour

Keukenhof Ticket

Bestseller

Duration: Flexible

TicketBar: €18.00 Tiqets: €18.00 GetYourGuide: €39.00

5.0 (390 reviews)

Keukenhof Ticket

Holland in One Day Tour from Amsterdam

Bestseller

Duration: 9 hours 30 minutes

GetYourGuide: €52.00 Viator: €89.00 TicketBar: €89.00

4.0 (555 reviews)

Holland in One Day Tour from Amsterdam

Best Pizza Cruise Amsterdam City Tour

Bestseller

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

GetYourGuide: €40.00 Tiqets: €42.50 Viator: €44.50

4.0 (51 reviews)

Best Pizza Cruise Amsterdam City Tour

Amsterdam Evening Canal Cruise with 4-Course Dinner and Drinks

Bestseller

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

GetYourGuide: €42.50 Tiqets: €42.50 Viator: €44.50

4.5 (906 reviews)

Amsterdam Evening Canal Cruise with 4-Course Dinner and Drinks