{"id":93922,"date":"2019-05-17T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2019-05-17T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/travelstartblg.wpenginepowered.com\/best-time-to-visit-amsterdam\/"},"modified":"2025-11-04T13:55:43","modified_gmt":"2025-11-04T13:55:43","slug":"best-time-to-visit-amsterdam","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/blog\/best-time-to-visit-amsterdam\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Time to Visit Amsterdam: What You Should Know"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Amsterdam is a diverse city, home to blooming, colourful tulips, enchanting canals, extraordinary museums, and unique nightlife. This incredible city is a year-round travel destination. Many people suggest<\/span><b> April to May (spring)<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><b>September to November (autumn) <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">as being the best time to visit Amsterdam. However, keep in mind that the best time will depend on what you\u2019re hoping to see and do in this beautiful metropolis. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, whether you\u2019re going to Amsterdam for the tulip spectacle or heading to the city for its incredible music festivals, Travelstart has the ideal guide for you!<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_76983\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-76983\" style=\"width: 790px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-76983\" src=\"https:\/\/travelstartmu.wpenginepowered.com\/zablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/10\/marti.lovi_-1.jpg\" alt=\"Best time to visit Amsterdam\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-76983\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/marti.lovi\/?hl=en\">@marti.lovi<\/a> via Instagram<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Weather and Seasons<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ideally, the best time to visit Amsterdam is during spring and autumn when the weather is lovely for outdoor activities and sightseeing. These two seasons are also directly before and after the high tourist season. The city has four distinct seasons: summer, autumn, winter and spring! All four seasons offer unique experiences and various sides of the city become the drawcard. <\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Summer<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Amsterdam comes alive in summer (June-August) as the city\u2019s streets, parks and canals are frequented with a buzz of activity. Temperatures reach an enjoyable average of 22 degrees Celsius. Summer is also peak season, as Amsterdam\u2019s weather is ideal for outdoor activities, which means that it is the busiest and most expensive time to visit. However, if you\u2019re keen to see the city in full sunshine bloom, you\u2019re guaranteed a whirlwind of fun activities! <\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Reasons to visit Amsterdam in summer:<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Attend the festivals <\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With the sun out, you\u2019re guaranteed a festival happening every weekend! The Dutch sure know how to party with more than 300 festivals taking place annually. The majority of the festival fun takes place during the warm summer months. There is a plethora of summer festivals to check out, ranging from music to culture and food! <\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Barbecue in the park<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is a great way to show off your barbecue (or braai) skills. Parks that are barbecue-friendly include <\/span><b>Rembrandtpark<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><b>Oosterpark<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><b>Frankendael Park<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><b>Noorderpark<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><b>Amsterdamse Bos<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Enjoy a lamb chop and local beer under the trees!<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_76985\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-76985\" style=\"width: 790px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-76985 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/travelstartmu.wpenginepowered.com\/zablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/10\/gailanneh-2.jpg\" alt=\"best time to visit amsterdam\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-76985\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/gailanneh\/?hl=en\">@gailanneh<\/a> via Instagram<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Autumn<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many travellers consider autumn (September to November) to be the best time to visit Amsterdam. Rightfully so, as the tourist crowds quieten down while the autumn leaves fall solemnly to the ground. The city\u2019s autumn foliage is a spectacle to see in their browns and golds! This is also a great time to travel to Amsterdam if you have a strict budget. There\u2019s a great <\/span><b>drop in prices<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> throughout the city and you\u2019ll get to experience cosy caf\u00e9s, free museums and intimate cultural get-togethers in the city. Autumn is also the time to enjoy Amsterdam at your own pace! Expect mild temperatures between 9 and 18 degrees Celsius. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Reasons to visit Amsterdam in autumn:<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Eat traditional Dutch food<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Dutch prepare interesting cuisine during the cooler autumn months. Head to a cosy caf\u00e9 in the city and enjoy a hot slice of apple pie with a hot chocolate \u2013 it feels like a hug from inside your tummy! Once in Amsterdam, you\u2019re obligated to locate a \u2018brown caf\u00e9\u2019 (a traditional Dutch pub), where you\u2019ll have to order <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">hefstbok<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (a beer brewed especially for the autumn months). Other hearty dishes worth tasting are <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">stamppot <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(mashed potatoes with vegetables and sausage) and<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> erwtensoep<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (pea soup). <\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Visit the museums<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Autumn temperatures provide the perfect conditions for getting around the city and exploring the Dutch culture. There are amazing cultural events that take place throughout the city! Head out to the museums and see marvellous art collections without the usual tourist crowds. 3 November is<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0Museum Night &#8211; more than 50 museums are open during the night with special exhibitions on show, tours and performances. <\/span><b>Rijksmuseum<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><b>Stedelijk Museum<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><b>Van Gogh Museum<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are some of the world-renowned museums worth visiting. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Attend various film festivals<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">During autumn, Amsterdam plays host to many incredible film festivals. There is something for everyone, whether you\u2019re a documentary fanatic or animation enthusiast, rest assured there is a festival to treat your senses! Film festivals that you should check out include <\/span><b>KLIK Amsterdam Animation Festival<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><b>Cinekid Festival<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><b>International Documentary Film Festival (IDFA).<\/b><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-76902\" src=\"https:\/\/travelstartmu.wpenginepowered.com\/zablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/10\/ernest-ojeh-1357382-unsplash.jpg\" alt=\"Best time to visit amsterdam\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Winter<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re looking to<\/span><b> save on flights <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">then winter (December-February) is the best time to visit Amsterdam. With cold winter temperatures ranging between highs of 5 and 10 degrees Celsius, the weather is mostly dismal and dreary. But as mentioned before, Amsterdam is a year-round destination! So, if you\u2019re up for cold European weather then visit the Dutch capital during the festive winter season. The city will prove to be the perfect winter destination with its hearty festive cheer. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Reasons to visit Amsterdam in winter:<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Witness the light spectacle<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The city becomes a gigantic outdoor art gallery. It truly is breathtaking, accompanied by the crisp winter temperatures. The dark winter months are adorned during the annual Amsterdam Light Festival with magical light installations. Catch the beautiful lights across the canals, streets and landmarks from November to January. Take an Amsterdam Light Festival boat tour for an epic vantage point. Don\u2019t forget your thermals!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Visit the winter markets<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The winter markets create a trendy buzz. With the excitement of Christmas approaching, there\u2019s always a different market popping up somewhere in the city. Warm up with a glass of <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">gl\u00fchwein<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and taste the popular <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">olliebollen<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">stroopwaffel <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">while strolling through the family-friendly winter markets. Cool markets to add to your Amsterdam bucket list include <\/span><b>Amsterdamse Kerstmarkt<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><b>De Lelystadse Kerstmarkt<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and the <\/span><b>Haarlem Christmas Market<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Also read: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/travelstartstg.wpenginepowered.com\/make-the-most-of-amsterdam-on-a-dime\/\"><b>Visiting Amsterdam? Here are some budget-friendly tips.<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_76903\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-76903\" style=\"width: 790px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-76903\" src=\"https:\/\/travelstartmu.wpenginepowered.com\/zablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/10\/lindalaif.jpg\" alt=\"best time to visit amsterdam\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-76903\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/lindalaif\/?hl=en\">@lindalaif<\/a> via Instagram<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Spring<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Spring (March-May) welcomes milder temperatures averaging 15 degrees Celsius. It is usually warm and dry with bright blue skies. It is considered the best time to visit Amsterdam for fewer crowds and a greater chance of good weather. See how the city and its countryside awakens from its winter dry spell as trees burst with their green charm. Spring is also tulip season, head to <\/span><b>Keukenhof Gardens<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> between March and May for the best blooms.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Reasons to visit Amsterdam in spring:<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Visit the tulip fields<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Covering much of the country, tulips are a major drawcard in spring. Book a tour in advance to get the full \u201cTulips in Amsterdam\u201d experience. Get your camera ready as you\u2019ll see all the beautiful colours that brighten up this beautiful city. The tulip fields look like a painting come to life!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Head to the city farms<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Going to see adorable baby farm animals is a fun spring activity and this will give you the chance to skip the urban noise and bustle for a few hours. You\u2019ll be surprised at how many city farms there are! Pack your picnic baskets and get ready to meet the animals. Most city farms have playgrounds for children and also sell refreshments. City farms worth visiting include <\/span><b>De Dierencapel Kinderboerderij<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><b>Stadsboerderij Osdorp <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and <\/span><b>Dierenpark De Buiktuin<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. You\u2019ll get to see animals like goats, rabbits, donkeys, and lots more.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Shop at the city markets<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take a stroll through the city\u2019s markets during the pleasant spring temperatures. You\u2019ll find great bargains at the colourful and lively markets. Be sure to shop for some beautiful Dutch souvenirs. There are around 12 daily outdoor markets where you can shop to your heart\u2019s content. The most well-known markets worth shopping at are <\/span><b>Antiekcentrum<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><b>Postzegelmarkt <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and <\/span><b>Waterlooplein Flea Market<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Average weather in Amsterdam<\/span><\/h3>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Month<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Jan<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Feb<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mar<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Apr<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">May<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Jun<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Jul<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aug<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sep<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oct<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nov<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dec<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Low \u00b0C<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">0<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High \u00b0C<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">17<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">19<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">21<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">21<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">18<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">15<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rainfall (m)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">69<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">39<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">78<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">36<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">45<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">69<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">63<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">54<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">75<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">84<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">90<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">69<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<figure id=\"attachment_76986\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-76986\" style=\"width: 790px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-76986\" src=\"https:\/\/travelstartmu.wpenginepowered.com\/zablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/10\/06fotolien-1.jpg\" alt=\"best time to visit amsterdam\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-76986\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/06fotolien\/?hl=en\">@06fotolien<\/a> via Instagram<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Daylight Hours<\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Winter: 08:30 \u2013 16:30<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In winter, daytime hours in Amsterdam are majorly short! Prepare for up to 9 hours of daylight in the city. This is the time to enjoy those cosy caf\u00e9s as Amsterdam\u2019s weather sees temperatures dropping to 3 degrees Celsius.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Summer: 05:30 \u2013 22:00<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Daylight hours are favourably long, giving you enough time to go sightseeing and do other outdoor adventures. Amsterdam experiences around 16 and a half hours of daylight during summer! This is the best time to visit Amsterdam if you\u2019ve got an extensive itinerary.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How much are flights to Amsterdam?<\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High season: June to August<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The summer months (June to August) together are peak season all over Europe. Accommodation and flight prices are the most expensive during the high season. <\/span><b>Flight tickets can cost<\/b> <b>18% more<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> during Amsterdam\u2019s summer months. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Book your flights at least three months in advance!<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shoulder seasons: March to May; September to November<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The shoulder season is considered the best time to visit Amsterdam for mild weather and lower prices. When travelling during the shoulder seasons you can <\/span><b>save around 7% on flights<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">!<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Low season: November to February<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re willing to brave the cold then consider travelling to Amsterdam during the winter months. You can <\/span><b>save up to 18% on flights<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to Amsterdam! Winter offers plenty of activities and unique sights during the cold months.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_76987\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-76987\" style=\"width: 790px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-76987\" src=\"https:\/\/travelstartmu.wpenginepowered.com\/zablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/10\/krystiebrown-2.jpg\" alt=\"best time to visit amsterdam\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-76987\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/kyrstiebrown\/\">@krystiebrown<\/a> via Instagram<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Popular annual events in Amsterdam<\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Amsterdam Light Festival: Early-December to late-January<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This annual light art festival is a spectacular show in Amsterdam\u2019s winter. Watch the city light up as artists, architects and designers from all over the world bring their light displays and installations to life during this cool festival. <\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">King\u2019s Day: 27 April<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The streets and canals are adorned in orange as people make their way through the city. King\u2019s Day is one of the world\u2019s biggest street parties. This national holiday is celebrated in honour of King Willem Alexander\u2019s birthday. There\u2019s plenty of street vendors, outdoor bars and music!<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vondelpark Open-Air Theatre: Early-May to late-September<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Every summer the Vondelpark Open-Air Theatre presents a five-month programme, jam-packed with jazz, children\u2019s theatre, dance and stand-up comedy. You\u2019ll get to enjoy a mix of established and upcoming Dutch artists. <\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dekmantel Festival: July-August<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This cutting-edge electronic festival in Amsterdam sees people from all over the world heading to the city for this mind-blowing music showcase. Genres such as house, techno, disco, Latina and more can be heard throughout the festival. Top international DJs make their way to Amsterdamse Bos to play the best sounds! <\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-76982\" src=\"https:\/\/travelstartmu.wpenginepowered.com\/zablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/10\/windmill-1546912.jpg\" alt=\"best time to visit amsterdam\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now that you have a solid guide on the best time to visit Amsterdam you can decide which season is ideal for you and your Dutch capital itinerary. Whether you\u2019re looking forward to bike rides and museum hopping or winter markets and ice-skating on the canal, each season has its own cool experiences perfect for you.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/lp\/cheap-flights-to-amsterdam\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Book cheap flights to Amsterdam with Travelstart.co.za<\/span><\/a><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/lp\/sign-up\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Subscribe to our newsletter<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for the best <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/lp\/flight-specials\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">flight specials<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to Amsterdam and other amazing destinations!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Have you recently been to Amsterdam? Tell us about your experience in the comments below.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Amsterdam is a diverse city, home to blooming, colourful tulips, enchanting canals, extraordinary museums, and unique nightlife. This incredible city is a year-round travel destination. Many people suggest April to May (spring) and September to November (autumn) as being the best time to visit Amsterdam. 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