Iconic canals, centuries-old townhouses, cobblestone walkways, and flower-adorned bridges are all here. Amsterdam is a postcard-perfect city full of charm. It's also one of the few destinations that draws history enthusiasts, luxury-minded vacationers, couples looking for romance, and backpackers, all at the same time.Aside from cultural highlights like the Anne Frank House and The Concertgebouw, the Dutch city offers lush parks, chic boutiques, and a feeling of the past that happily never disappears. It's only a matter of narrowing it down to a few things among world-class museums, bicycle tours, and a bustling arts scene. We wouldn't attempt to squeeze too much into your afternoon plans, even if walking through the lovely neighborhoods and lounging outside at sidewalk cafés is very enticing.

On the culinary front, this developing culinary center is home to world-class restaurants that turn every meal into a gourmet excursion. There are plenty of things to do once the sun goes down. Consider intimate speakeasies, busy taverns, and a plethora of nightclubs. Finally, you can't discuss Amsterdam without mentioning coffee shops (and not the kind that strictly brews espresso).