Spring in Amsterdam: Top Five Things To Do

As well as being a much cheaper alternative to travelling during busy peak periods, a visit to Amsterdam in the spring can be an eye-opening experience, as the beautiful Netherlands city comes out in full bloom and the locals prepare for the summer months as only the Dutch know how.

Although some of your choices in Amsterdam may be dependent on the weather holding out - such as taking a bicycle or tandem ride through the historic, winding streets of the city centre - there are still many opportunities to get the most out of your city break even in the rain.

One of the most popular draws for visitors, Amsterdam's canal cruises rival even those of Venice, both as an effective way to see the city in all its splendour from a unique vantage point and as the perfect idea for a romantic getaway. Many boat companies operate cruises, meaning visitors can find options suited to their unique needs, whether that means a guided open-top boat tour of major city attractions or your own chartered vessel, to steer through the city before retiring for a glass of wine and three-course meal below decks with that special someone.

With summer just over the horizon, Amsterdam locals waste no time in embracing the improving weather, and the city's café culture comes out in full swing. Relax with a European lunch and beers in the cool spring air on Amsterdam's café terraces before heading out to discover Amsterdam's award-winning museums, like the famous Rijksmuseum and establishments catering for more specialised tastes in the cosmopolitan destination.

That's not to say that a visit to Amsterdam in the spring is just a second-rate alternative to visiting in the summer however, particularly as the unique offerings of Amsterdam in the spring will be evident to anyone who witnesses the Dutch tulips coming out in bloom across the city. These can be seen in dedicated tulip centres as well as out in the wild, in Amsterdam's verdant parks that can be the perfect place to spend a sunny afternoon.

Travelling off-peak doesn't have to mean missing out on the best attractions and experiences of Amsterdam. With many flight deals and great rates available on Amsterdam hotels in the springtime, the first half of the year can be the most economical time to avoid the crowds and explore the historic city on your own time schedule.

Adam Singleton writes for a digital marketing agency. This article has been commissioned by a client of said agency. This article is not designed to promote, but should be considered professional content.