Amsterdam
City of canals, culture & freedom
Weather in Amsterdam · Now
11°C
Overcast
96%
25 km/h
Today
13° 11°
60% rain
Tue
15° 12°
96% rain
Wed
15° 8°
9% rain
Thu
14° 8°
14% rain
Fri
13° 6°
0% rain
About Amsterdam
Amsterdam enchants with its ring of 17th-century canals, world-class museums like the Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum, vibrant nightlife, and a cycling culture unlike anywhere else in the world.
How to Explore
Rent a bicycle to navigate the canal rings like a local. Use the extensive tram system for easy access to museums and diverse neighborhoods. Take a short train ride to Zaanse Schans to see historic windmills and traditional wooden houses.
Language
Dutch
Currency
Euro
Best Time
April–May (tulip season) or September
Climate
10°C
Safety
Very Safe
Timezone
CET (UTC+1)
When to Go
Best overall
April–May (tulip season) or September
Most beautiful
April-May: tulip season and blooming flower markets
Cheapest
January-February: post-holiday dip in tourism
Peak crowds
June-August and April
When are you going? Pick a month:
Amsterdam in October
Temperature
10° – 15°C
Rainy days
~15 days
Prices
Medium
Crowds
Medium
Autumn colors begin to transform the canal trees.
Plan a trip in October
