4 days in Amsterdam Itinerary

Known as one of the greatest small cities in the world, Amsterdam charms visitors with its cool and cozy atmosphere.

Van Gogh Museum and The Mauritshuis Royal Picture Gallery are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Rijksmuseum and Verzetsmuseum Amsterdam will appeal to museum buffs. Step out of Amsterdam with an excursion to Zandmotor in The Hague--about 1h 20 min away. The adventure continues: wander the streets of The Jordaan, have some family-friendly fun at Museumphoto, view the masterpieces at KochxBos Art Gallery, and take an in-depth tour of Anne Frank House.

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Amsterdam is an approximately 10.5-hour flight. You can also fly; or drive. The time zone changes from Gulf Standard Time (GST) to Central European Standard Time (CET), which is usually a -3 hour difference. Prepare for cooler weather when traveling from Dubai in September: high temperatures in Amsterdam hover around 22°C and lows are around 13°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 6th (Fri) early enough to travel back home.