Amsterdam

Netherlands

Best for: City Skyline, Rain, Mild, Chill, History, Arts, Architecture, Bike Friendly, Cozy, Authentic, Four Seasons, Walking Tours

Canals, bikes, and a mix of history and laid-back cool. Museums and brown cafés sit next to street art and nightlife. Rain or shine, Amsterdam feels like a village that happens to be a capital.

Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh by day; Jordaan and De Pijp for wandering. Rent a bike and go with the flow. Spring is tulip season; winter is cosy and often less crowded.