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Things to do in Amsterdam include exploring its expansive arts and culture communities, scenic canals, gabled houses and historic monuments to the 17th-century golden age. You can spend the day visiting the Museum District and taking advantage of many bike paths to get around, then later hit the famous nightlife scene to find plenty of adult entertainment in its cafes and clubs.

If art is your thing, be sure to visit the Van Gogh Museum, the Rijksmuseum with art by Rembrandt and Vermeer and the stunning modern art collection at the Stedelijk. Historic locales include the Anne Frank House, and you can catch a show or get back to nature at Vondelpark. For a behind-the-scenes peek at a brewhouse, check out the Heineken Experience.

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