In and around Garden Hotel

Anyone who loves culture is in the right place in Amsterdam. In the world-famous Rijksmuseum you can discover art and history from the Middle Ages to the present day. Highlights include Van Gogh’s Self-Portrait, Vermeer’s The Little Street, and Rembrandt’s iconic The Night Watch.

The traces of the Second World War are still tangible in Amsterdam. The world-famous Anne Frank House tells an impressive story. Anne Frank’s diary, translated into more than 70 languages, provides a unique insight into life during this dark period.

In Amsterdam there is truly an overwhelming range of cultural outings. The Van Gogh Museum is a great choice for a cultural excursion. The museum holds the world’s largest collection of works by Vincent van Gogh, with over 200 paintings and 500 drawings. Among them are some of his most famous works, such as The Potato Eaters, Almond Blossom, Sunflowers, and Wheatfield with Crows.

From this observation deck you look out over Amsterdam and see all the beauty the city has to offer: winding canals, historic buildings, and the bustling city life. For the daredevils there is Over The Edge: the highest swing in Europe, where you dangle your feet above the city and experience an unforgettable adrenaline rush.

In the busy city, the Begijnhof is a haven of peace. This too is Amsterdam. This historic courtyard was home to more than 100 Catholic women in the Middle Ages. Stroll through the idyllic courtyards, admire the old façades, and sit down in the hidden garden for a moment of silence in the middle of the city.

In the bustling heart of Amsterdam lies a surprising green oasis: the Hortus Botanicus. This one of the oldest botanical gardens in the world offers a place to completely unwind. Stroll past exotic plants, discover the special greenhouses, and admire rare flowers that bloom all year round. It is the perfect place to leave the hustle and bustle of the city behind and enjoy the beauty and silence of nature, right in the center of Amsterdam.

Already visited the Van Gogh Museum and the Stedelijk Museum holds no more secrets for you? Fortunately, Amsterdam has much more to offer. Pay a visit to the Museum Ons' Lieve Heer op Solder Explore this former hidden church and admire the atmospherically furnished historic rooms. After the Rijksmuseum, this is the oldest museum in the city and a hidden gem that is certainly worth a visit.

Photography is made by Rebekka Mell.

Do you want to discover more of the world without leaving Amsterdam? Then visit the Tropenmuseum. This museum tells stories about people and cultures from all over the world and shows how connected we truly are. Fascinating exhibitions about traditions, customs, and daily life spark curiosity about the great diversity of our planet.