Amsterdam: The Most Common Mistakes Tourists Make in Amsterdam

Tourists make mistakes, we eat at the tourist restaurants, we wait too long to buy our flight tickets, we mess up sometimes. Here we talk about typical mistakes that tourists make when they visit Amsterdam in the Netherlands. Whether it is looking past staying outside of Amsterdam for accomodation or trying to find the I Amsterdam sign there are a number of mistakes tourists should be aware of when they visit the Dutch capital. With special guest Dutchified!
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[@hjermsted22]

Find your hotel/hostel/airbnb BEFORE you visit the coffeeshop (it's significantly more challenging afterward).

[@gkogkoboi6896]

😂😂😂😂 hahahaha

[@Michyhopey]

🤣

[@femmebroeren168]

Hahahahaha

[@erixlast6020]

Best

[@tarikay93]

True that. You can find yourself the middle of nowhere :D

[@jd3422]

Mark, tell people that there are two cards that they should get when visiting Netherlands: the ov-chipkaart for transport and the museum kaart for museums. Unlike systems in larger countries, these cards can be used *ALL OVER NETHERLANDS*! We visited museums and used the transport all over the place, and got tremendous value out of these cards.

[@jvjones8294]

Thank you

[@audreyflavin8543]

Thank you so much!

[@viniciusadams272]

I am completely stoned now it was my first time i dont know how to describe it

[@Vartikas.illustrations]

Hi! Thank you. Where can I get those cards from?

[@user-vs4zc3ix8c]

Thank you

[@turbochimps]

Sorry, did you say... #1 Mistaking a coffeeshop for a Café #2 Only coming for the Red Light District #3 Only staying in Amsterdam #4 Thinking there are weekend deals to be had #5 Having too much luggage for the stairs #6 Not pre-booking tickets to the Anne Frank House #7 Expecting to have only Dutch culture #8 Trying to eat only Dutch food #9 Taking Ubers & taxis instead of public transport #10 Walking in the Bike lanes #11 Not knowing the Bike riding rules #12 Riding your bike on the Tram tracks #13 Trying to take pictures of women in the Red Light District #14 Thinking it is easy to get that I AMSTERDAM picture #15 Not knowing the Tram door etiquette #16 Not waiting for seafood to cool down ? Oh okay, noted. Thanks.

[@sammysharma6396]

Thank you 😊

[@sammysharma6396]

Thank you 😊

[@Stevo_YouTube]

Thank you. They started calling weed 'drugs' and I instantly looked for this comment so I could leave.

[@Pressplay_Media_EU]

Walking in the bike lanes is a good one to avoid. He's said time and time again if you get injured no one will feel sorry for ya. Neither will I, but on the flipside, if you get hit by a bicycle, I'M WALKING INTO THE BIKE LANE TO SAVE YOU - I should not, but I'm just that kind of guy, sorrynotsorry, but in that case, I'm walking in the bike lane and will make my presence known. so I myself don't get hit, and you don't get hit again and again. and so-on..\ This is the 10th time I've watched this video.. Can't have too much awareness

[@sockmonkey22]

@@Stevo_KZbin Here in Seattle there is fentanyl, a real drug, then everything else. America is addicted to sugar, caffeine, and beer. We worry too much about weed.

[@deetgeluid]

My big "mistakes tourits make" is, not asking locals about stuff. We are more than happy to help and explain stuff. (well, most of us.) Personally I love telling tourists about my city (in my case the Hague) and country. Don't buy expensive travel guides written by non-dutch people.

[@frankreynolds9418]

I've spent a fair amount of time in Amsterdam over the years and that city is not known for having friendly locals.

[@remcowiegmink875]

@@frankreynolds9418 You are right. People in Amsterdam complain about to much tourists. Visit Other cities in the country and have a much better experience.

[@gilles111]

@@remcowiegmink875 Absolute, I'm living in Dordrecht and we are very proud of our beautiful historic center. And we are very well willing to help tourists to tell where to go (at least the most of us).

[@davidvilchez2209]

The problem with asking locals in other places I've found this week is they speak some english, but not as well as the people in Amsterdam do

[@gilles111]

@@davidvilchez2209 Well, there always might be people who don't speak English very well. Remember, our language is Dutch, not English, so we all have to think before we speak and we might not always know the correct words. Mostly elder people didn't learn English (or just a few years at highschool). Thereby, we have a lot of people living here who aren't Dutch but Polish, German, Turkish etc. who probably never had English in their schoolsystem. And you might run into another tourist... Best to do when asking someone who don't speak English, is just ask someone else.

[@gilles111]

Going to visit "De Bollenvelden" and trying to take selfies/pictures in the middle of the fields... Those fields aren't there for the tourists, the owners are farmers who have to earn their complete salary for the year of those fields (by selling the flowers and the bulbs). Walking into these fields for that "one nice picture" is literally destroying their income for the rest of the year. And you are not the only one who tries, thousands of visitors are trying to get in each field ever year... And placing signs doesn't work so there are farmers now-a-days who are fencing the fields...

[@mika2666]

Sitting in front of the fields is ok though, just don't touch the flowers. Also if you're there at the right time of year "de Keukenhof" might be open and they have tons of different flowers to take pictures with

[@Steven-ft8xy]

Mistake 1: only go to Amsterdam, When you go to the Netherlands

[@woltersworld]

So true

[@johnblack3204]

When I visited the Netherlands I had very little time there so I was only able to visit Amsterdam. Next time I definitely want to explore more of the Netherlands

[@MeMarkNL]

Try Zaandam and Zaanse Schans

[@SpookyDarling]

THIS. Utrecht, Delft, den Haag, Den Bosch, Rotterdam, Haarlem.... They're all so interesting and beautiful!

[@sdf6508]

SpookyDarling Don’t forget Nijmegen! The oldest city in the Netherlands.

[@codex4046]

If you ever find yourself as pedestrian on a bicycle lane by accident, do not try to evade cyclists. They are practiced in those situations and will evade you. Making a sudden movement is a guaranteed collision. Just move to the nearest curb when there are no cyclists directly heading towards you.

[@woltersworld]

Thank you! Great advice!

[@Frankluke19]

Absolutely love Amsterdam! Thank u, Mark Wolters, for all of your informational videos! Wouldn’t have seen half the things we did if it wasn’t for your videos. Love seeing a guy traveling the world and taking care of his family. Much respect and love, keep doing your thing!!

[@meauwnam]

First mistake about this video is that i hear the man say that drugs are legal. Very wrong as DRUGS ARE ILLEGAL!! Soft drugs are tolarated however

[@stichtingdrugsbeleid4907]

Small time possession of other drugs is decriminalized though. So if you get caught with one pill, less than half a gram of anything, no biggie. Might be a problem if you try to get into a club though, so you still have to be discreet about it.

[@peakyblinders510]

policy, but as soon as you leave the coffee shop you are punishable and your drugs are taken away but you are not prosecuted ...

[@doggo9414]

sir please search it up

[@ILoveCiniminis]

Try to explain this the same way to Japanese where even if you mention a word like marihuana or that you had experience with it they would look at you with big eyes and many of them will consider you as addicted junkie ;D

[@luxuriouswishes]

Exactly! I was screaming at my laptop, no drugs are legal here! Should I even watch the rest of the video if it starts like this?

[@kvhowells]

I went to a restaurant in Amsterdam last month called a Ctaste where you are served your full course meal in pitch black room by blind servers ....it was a transformational experience and I will never forget it!

[@ME-tb8zv]

Kimberly Howells OMG! I just looked this place up and it looks awesome! I’m going to be in Amsterdam in a few weeks for 9hrs and was looking for cool things to do.

[@MrGrifft]

I can just imagine dropping my fork and knocking my glass over repeatedly.

[@kvhowells]

@@MrGrifft yep😊it’s an intense experience.....pitch black .!!!! Absolutely no light! I was the only one in my group that had to have the blind waiter take me out to the lobby so I could see light again for a few minutes I actually cried . Then after that I was brought back in and I was able to finish meal 🥘

[@simhthmss]

It seems like a good tip not to smoke before going in there.

[@CanumaamunaC]

Love your positive attitude wolter. Been a fan of the channel and will be for long!

[@TurnItUpWorld]

First- I just want to say thank you for your comment on our Franklin Video. Greatly appreciated and glad you enjoyed it, We saved you a beef rib. 😂. Glad you and Dutchified shared some cool tips We're looking into adding Amsterdam to our full-time travel schedule. Those buildings and the museums look incredible and LOVE the architecture. Great video and thank you and Dutch for taking us along and giving us some great tips.

[@HerreDePerre]

11:55 dutch people make this mistake still every time we eat bitterballen. Lol.

[@fdijkstra614]

Or even worse with kaassoufle, containing hot molten cheese.

[@piderman871]

Double dare: pop the whole thing in your mouth at once!

[@hannahleitzke6040]

And then we go hasfahahsfahashafa and cuss a little

[@HerreDePerre]

Jude Fetterley bitterballen are the fucking best. The first thing I mis every time I’m in a foreign country are the bitterballen.

[@thomasbecker9676]

@@fdijkstra614 Sounds like the problem Americans have with Hot Pockets.

[@NeoOnyx]

Don't litter! I hate seeing tourists just dropping their crap on the ground where they walk. Be civil and put it in the many bins you see along the way.

[@theresaheyer537]

that is an international human pastime these days.sad but true people suck all over Gaia.

[@W1ncents]

I was in Netherlands in 2019. First few days I was only in Amsterdam, enjoying its rapid touristic life and variety of entertainment. I like this city, Amsterdam connected with my sweet and warm memories. Then I went to Hague. My god, I was mesmerized by its still and quite life. I was walking for all day in this city, went to Scheveningen beach, walked among simple life districts without any political buildings. Hope one day I will be here again.

[@boyifyouboomeimaboobooonyall]

i go to the netherlands every month, i cant get enough, from amsterdam to Arcen to eindhoven to rotterdam, its all absolutely amazing I love the netherlands from Norway‼️

[@Jonas-rq1mi]

Do really like Scheveningen? I find it really ugly.

[@malloryforever]

I fell in LOVE with Haarlem this summer. Such a beautiful and peaceful place

[@LennardSerpentje]

I've never been to Haarlem even though I live in the Netherlands

[@woltersworld]

I agree

[@DarthNightmareNL]

It is way better than Amsterdam yes and and less tourists

[@Kevin_Finch]

It's a pretty place. Just a short train ride over to Amsterdam.

[@shanchat]

We got the train out there from Amsterdam. It was lovely.

[@AlexanderJansen]

It took me ages to realise you have to check in and out of trams. For a while public transport was really expensive, as I didn't realise you pay by distance travelled.

[@Snowshowslow]

Ouch 😆

[@kimberlyberlin4999]

Oh wow good to know.

[@deenaparker8689]

I loved Amsterdam and the surrounding areas. It was such a lovely city.

[@Sonny0276]

Great Video. Thank you for posting.

[@torrawel]

Ik heb er nog een, I have another one: English. One of the most common mistakes is that we don't appreciate it if you try to speak some Dutch. We do! And, to put it even stronger: a lot of people are getting very annoyed with the fact that Amsterdam (especially the city centre) is being taken over by the use of English. Now, everyone understands that it is the first (and initial) language of the internet, of tourism, and of communication between tourists, expats, and locals. But just like with other countries that you visit, try to be a bit more open to the fact that we do have our own language. Learn a few words, sentences, etc.. Don't take it for granted that everything is in English or that everyone speaks English. (Thanks!!!😘) And to show you that Dutch really isn't that difficult, here are a few fun facts: -English, Dutch and Frisian (spoken in the north of the country) are very closely related so we have a lot of words in common, even if they look a bit different. -General sound rules: English: th, ol/al, gh, y Dutch: d, k, ou, ch, g That = dat This/these = deze Think = denk (denken = the verb/infinitive) Old = oud Cold = koud Salt = zout Eight = acht Light = licht Night = nacht Way = weg Say = zeg (zeggen = the verb) May = mag (mogen = the verb) General rules about word order: -A sentence with 1 verb has that verb in the 2nd position of the sentence. -A sentence with 2 or more verbs has these extra verbs at the end of the sentence. -Time Before Place *ik ga altijd naar Amsterdam I go always to Amsterdam (instead of: I always go to Amsterdam) *ik kan in de zomer naar Amsterdam gaan I can in the summer to Amsterdam go (instead of: I can go to Amsterdam in the summer) General rules about time: -present = continuous = future! -past tense: basically 1 (= present perfect) *ik eet morgen een appel = I eat an apple tomorrow = I am eating an apple tomorrow =I will eat an apple tomorrow = I will be eating an apple tomorrow... *ik heb een appel gegeten I have an apple eaten (instead of: I have eaten an apple) *Ik heb in 2007 een appel gegeten I have in 2007 an apple eaten (instead of : I ate an apple in 2007) (who says Dutch is difficult and English easy!??? 😉)

[@XelenaX-wg2jr]

As someone who is in love with languages, this is the most beautiful and useful comment I've ever seen Thanks 😂

[@torrawel]

@@XelenaX-wg2jr graag gedaan! (pleased done), with pleasure/you're welcome :)

[@pablol5472]

Isn't dutch in the middle between german and english?

[@lordjzargo7940]

True, went to a taco shop in Utrecht, ordered in Dutch 'cause I am Dutch, lady behind the counter looked at me like I was speaking Chinese

[@torrawel]

@@pablol5472 it is. Relatively easy grammar like English, vocabulary more like German.

[@420amsterdam]

Coffeeshops sell Cannabis not Drugs. By saying drugs you imply a variety of substances.

[@thewindwaker]

420AMSTERDAM they sell shrooms too

[@420amsterdam]

@@thewindwaker They do not. Smart Shops Magic truffles,shrooms have been baned for several years

[@user-ww8nw9cv5w]

@@420amsterdam truffles mever were banned...

[@420amsterdam]

@@user-ww8nw9cv5w Never said they were. I said they are not sold in Coffeeshops only Smart Shops

[@frogz2529]

420AMSTERDAM where do I find truffles

[@Bartcoah]

""Utrecht has less tourists & more local fun." I hope you guys do understand the correlation.

[@gilles111]

So does Dordrecht. And the best part of it... We will share the fun with tourists if you come over.

[@flyingchariot9080]

B. Enjoyed the train trips to Utrecht, as well as to other cities. A must if you visit Amsterdam. go on the train.... Awesome.

[@spacebanana1]

@@gilles111 Alsjeblieft niet, laat ze weg blijven uit onze mooie stad!

[@gilles111]

@@spacebanana1 Ze mogen best komen, als het er maar niet zoveel worden als in Amsterdam. En ze komen meestal alleen als het mooi weer is; laat in Nederland meer dan de helft van het jaar de stad voor ons zelf ;-)

[@4Morfius]

Ranjha dat is het leven get used to it bro. people visit your country just like a lot more people visit mine. be easy man

[@randomrangoon5476]

These videos have been super helpful with planning my upcoming trip. Thanks 👍

[@lewiegun]

This was an incredibly useful guide. Thanks for compiling!

[@robinfarris8651]

One of the neatest museums we saw - was the Costume Museum in Amsterdam. Had no idea there were so many different kinds of traditional dress based on where you lived. Highly recommend it.

[@MaseTravels]

Very helpful tips for sure.

[@boleslawthegreat]

Very informative and concise video. Great energy coming from these two 😃

[@btw-hl9id]

An interesting mistake I made was that when I arrived at the Amsterdam airport Schiphol in September 2019, instead of finding the train to get to Amsterdam Centraal which was close to my hostel, I ended up taking a taxi to the hostel. It costed about $74. While I really was trying to get to the hostel ASAP, I will make sure to take the train next time.

[@kaelon9170]

If it cost €74, you were likely not riding with an official taxi either and were definitely scammed. As a local I can say that a ride from the airport into the city center should cost no more than about €35. Still expensive, the train is €5.70 for a ticket from the airport to Amsterdam Centraal station.

[@MrGoldie1976]

Train every 15 mins into Amstrdam centrum from the airport

[@kaelon9170]

@@MrGoldie1976 There's one about every 3 to 9 minutes.

[@fifi7583]

You can also store your luggage at central station! Which is cool if you need to be out of your accommodation early but your flight is later, it means you can get around easier and see more museum (most museums do not allow bags inside)

[@anaevenegas]

Thank you, very convenient

[@terezapospisilova8943]

Went to Amsterdam one month ago. Visited Harleem by train as well. And took bicycle ride to Lisse to see tulip fields and Noordwijk for sea. Loved it. ❤️

[@jmo2230]

Great video. As an Amsterdam resident for many years, my number one ‘don’t do’ would be don’t treat the city center of Amsterdam like it’s a big theme park. Lots of people actually live there and respecting that makes it even more beautiful. Also as mentioned in the video, visit other cities such as Leiden of Utrecht!

[@vendulamokruschova1915]

Hello. We are coming at Easter. Is it city going to be more crowded on Friday or Saturday or Sunday? Thank you

[@VermilionStudios]

One of the best places to visit in the Netherlands outside of Amsterdam is the Keukenhof Gardens which is open during springtime, it's a stunning display of tulips and other flowers and makes for some gorgeous photos.

[@aislingbooks]

It's 2022, and I'm sure a lot has changed tourist wise since the Pandemic. I live here in the Netherlands, though, and just want to say that you've done a good job of describing a few things 'not to do' when visiting Amsterdam. Hopefully it's helpful to add that baggage storage at the train station is in back - meaning heading for the ferries - and this you can do as well if visiting for a short time. A quick rundown is that the Jordaan district just west of the station is a lovely more relaxed family-oriented area with cafes as well. There's also a cute mouse museum for the kids - not real mice but miniatures in storybook form. The east of Amsterdam is where the lovely university UvA is located ... also the Artis, the animal zoo. But what I like most, because I am an expat, are the expat comedy clubs, such as Boom Chicago, an English speaking comedy club that is often interactive and great fun. Also, remember that not everyone here is on 'tourist mode'. Please look out for and respect the cyclists, keeping clear of them, as many are on a time schedule going to and from work. Otherwise, have a great time.

[@yvettesienkiewicz5552]

I spent 2 days in Amsterdam after a Viking River Cruise. We really loved the city! I made sure to order my Anne Frank and Van Gogh museum tickets 2 months in advance on line. We also went to Utrecht to visit the train museum. It was such an incredible city! And for the most part, everyone was very nice and helpful. We road the trams and the train out of Central Station and it was very easy getting around. There even was an app that you could download that helped with times/locations of the trams. I think the biggest mistake would be to not do your research in advance and think you can "wing it."

[@Dutchified]

This was such a great video to film. Really enjoyed meeting the peeps. Today we’re renting a boat to explore the canals from the water. Small free tip for your viewers. Rent a boat and explore the canals on your own...no license required.

[@gilles111]

Only watch out for the "rondvaartboten" they are like the regular biking Amsterdammer, not willing to go aside for a tourist ;-)

[@davidvilchez2209]

Where can you rent a boat from? Would like to do that this time instead of a regular tour and be able to take my time. Do they do it by the hour or how does that work?

[@gilles111]

@@davidvilchez2209 There are several renting companies. Best google for "rent a boat in Amsterdam". Most companies are renting per hour or blocks of hours (morning/afternoon/evening or the whole day). Be sure the price is all-in (including gas, insurance etc.) and the mandatory life-vests and fire-extinguisher are there. Before renting / making a reservation, do some comparison to make sure you are getting what you want. The boats they are renting off are so called "sloepen", open boats for 4-10 people with a small motor and no inner room (like kitchen, toilet etc.)

[@clairefrances7762]

I love Amsterdam North and the view from the top of the A'dam building behind. Everyone should visit Amsterdam at least once !

[@TeamBaboo]

I wished to go there one day. Thank you for the helpful tips my new friend.

[@woltersworld]

You are very welcome

[@theyeetgangohyeahyeah2053]

Amsterdam isn’t NICE!!! I live there so I know

[@wokk9543]

@@theyeetgangohyeahyeah2053 nope.. wont work

[@allisonblack5803]

Perfect timing! I'll be there in a week!

[@juliaberg5626]

Enjoy! :)

[@echawaii2739]

Thank you for this!

[@CultureCompassTV]

Love this video. Good tips great presentation and good energy.

[@D4NKN3SS]

Hey Mark! I'm actually in Amsterdam right now! Thank you for this video! It's going to help me a lot!

[@dee7781]

@Joe AlBelieve me, the weed is so good.

[@LannasMissingLink]

Our class went to a beautiful limestone cave where people hid during ww2 when we went. Absolutely gorgeous and great to experience the history

[@GeorgeTziampazis]

What a great video. Thanks for the tips!

[@georgewalker]

Thanks so very much! Looking forward!

[@Ahnonymus]

Just got back from Amsterdam about a week ago. That city stole my heart... thanks for the wonderful tips throughout your videos Mark ! Love ♥️

[@SpookyDarling]

It feels like home!

[@Ahnonymus]

Definitely! I got there and felt like I’ve lived there my entire life! So welcoming and comfortable! Can’t wait to go back!

[@munchi8]

Dom Mitarotonda what was the weather like ?

[@Ahnonymus]

Low 70s and it rained often but not for long periods of time, but was not particularly sunny. It was comfortable to wear jeans with a t shirt or a sweatshirt.

[@WifeMamaArtist]

I’ll never forget when I went to Amsterdam a guy INSISTING he could pay for his coffee in USD (and that they where valid EVERYWHERE), and the waiter trying to explain that no, they only excepted Gilders (I think it was before Euros)...

[@janicefeny2223]

Looks like s beautiful place to visit (love the architecture on the water w/paddled boats)!

[@Nicky_TM]

It’s so cool to see foreigners actually be interested in your country

[@roybuis7646]

Big mistake tourists make: Looking and acting like a tourist. Amsterdam has a huge pickpocketing and purse stealing problem. And the thieves are very good at picking out the tourists, which is what they prey on. Be alert at all times and don't fall for any tricks. Best thing, dress normally and act normally to decrease your chances of getting pickpocketed.

[@everwildforever]

Once, I saw someone getting robbed while they were on a bike.

[@OtterSongs]

How do we 'dress normally' and 'act normally' when we have no idea what normal is? Tourists are easy to ID because we DON'T know all the ins and outs of local culture. What's normal look like and how can we pretend to it?

[@silvercomic]

Many tourists come to Amsterdam to experience Kings Day, on April 27th. Basically the whole city center turns into an orange clad madhouse party. Some tourists (fewer each year) come to Amsterdam for Queens day, April 30th, because they're using information from prior to 2013, when the queen abdicated, and the day was changed to the current kings birthday. When April 27th is on a Sunday, Kings day moves to the preceding Saturday.

[@onomatopoetisk]

I learned from a local on a food tour last week that the Cafe de blaffende wis located at Westerstraat 118 in the Jordan area annually post a big satire of the royals on their façade. One year one of the royals got their head photoshopped onto Miley Cyrus riding the wrecking ball. Seems like a place not to miss! 😂

[@FredVanAllenRealtor]

I was in Amsterdam a couple of months ago, loved it. Did not got to red light district or any 'coffee' shops...but did find a great cookie store!!

[@ayeshahello7615]

Thank you guys ❤

[@piderman871]

It's a bit farther away into the country, but I'd definitely recommend people visit the Open Air Museum in Arnhem to see some historic Dutch buildings. It also has a great Zoo nearby (Burgers' Zoo).

[@HolgerJakobs]

@@MrLolThePlayer We liked both when we went there a couple of years ago. Also bike riding the Veluwe was fun.

[@majaciric]

I am visiting Asterdam right now - one tip : If you see the bench in the front of the house and the doors - don't sit on it. The bench belongs to the people who live there and it's not for a public use. Locals who live there don't appreciate it, even though they are used to on it, because it's the kind of the situation where you are intruding someone's house/living room.

[@liselotteklein5011]

And coming from a local with just such a bench: if you MUST sit on it, please don't smoke a joint. We find ourselves permanently stoned in our kitchen. Which is not so good for our two little ones.....

[@betivanul01]

@@liselotteklein5011 =))))) is this HEAVEN??? bro, i cant even imagine how that is possible. you live in heaven bro. i am amazed by this

[@betivanul01]

@@liselotteklein5011 if that thing happened to me i d be so thankfull i am high on free. bro, Holland is HEAVEN on earth.

[@explorewithcasey]

so helpful, thank you!

[@shithead8953]

Excellent video. Can't wait to get back to this beautiful vibrant place..

[@chaisroom6631]

I really want to go there one day soon...

[@puritygakuo1461]

I will be travelling to Netherlands in two weeks time, and I can say these tips are useful for my anxiety

[@mandoist]

Public Transport: In major cities the tram is best. Whatever transport you choose, you may benefit from 1-day or 3-day public transport passes (good for buses and trams). Also an NS Rail pass for trains (inquire about this at the info desk with the yellow & blue "NS" signs. These are easily found near the train escalators leading down to the platforms -- nearest the entrance/exit at Schiphol Airport. NOTE: Schiphol Airport currently (october 2022) with major problems. Research this in advance!!!

[@samc12345]

I'll be there on Wednesday and I agree, very calming. Maybe we'll bump into each other 😂

[@browneyezgurl]

How was your trip ? Any suggestions? I’m heading there this week.

[@evanatasha3583]

Thank you for sharing.

[@RenanCostac]

Super helpful. Thank you!

[@fransvandervleuten3263]

Fun fact: In a previous video you talked about the herring Rotterdam style, and herring Amsterdam style. They used to get the herring from Zeeland (in the south), and when it arrived in Rotterdam bij horse carriages, it already needed some onions because obviously there were no cooling trucks. But you could stil eat it in one piece though. When the herring arrived in Amsterdam, the herring absolutely needed onions and you needed to chop it into small pieces with pickles in between, because decomposition of the "fresh" fish had already begon.

[@cazek445]

Enschede heeft alleen verrotte vis met mosterd saus

[@donbrabo]

Food: we are NOT known for our warm dishes for that I recommend Germany, Italy, France and Greece. But for bread and cheese you ought to give it a chance!

[@MrHav1k]

Excellent info!!

[@WhenWillILearn]

I got some pretty good info from this video. It was really helpful on my recent trip to Amsterdam. Thanks 🙏

[@ageoflove1980]

`The city council should pay you guys for this video. Great advice! Living in the city for 28 years now and couldnt have done a better job myself.

[@michaelgoddard4122]

Thanks for the videos. I will be going to Amsterdam first week of Oct. my first international trip. Hope to be able to explore a little and keep the info you’ve given to keep me out of trouble 😁

[@woltersworld]

Glad we could help

[@mreyas9513]

@@woltersworld hey mark nice vid! Would we have a good time in hostels if we stay in cities like harlem(not in the center of amesterdam) or would it be less enjoyable

[@mreyas9513]

@@Paul_C thx a lot! But for me as a young traveller would i enjoy the time and meet other travellers as well in harlem or are most of young travellers go to amesterdam directly? *not into the red light district*

[@mreyas9513]

@@Paul_C wtf are you talking about? I dont understand lol

[@sheharozshaikh8605]

@@mreyas9513 can you help me

[@randamc3883]

I started watching this channel before we went to Cancun now we are looking into Amsterdam and finding this made me happy. Lol

[@woltersworld]

I'm glad :)

[@EverGarcia109813]

Really cool video! Totally agree!

[@tej6176]

Wolter nice video's ! Definitely true the ' hete bitterballen' haha even dutch people forget this a lot times. I am from Amsterdam and its very good you make a video about this. I have to say Wolter when i saw you eating the fish i really think you have Dutch roots! :) You look very dutch to me, maybe your ancesters came from Holland. Also another tip, wear comfertable walking shoes ( but this tip goes for everywhere in the world) But especially when walking around Damsquere with the small stones, best idea to wear a pair of sneakers , also as a woman especially when you plan to see much on a day. Just walk around and take you time, but have comfertable clothes. And i would say best time to visit is autumn october or spring like the months april/ may. All months are good to visit though, every month has it nice benefits and low season especially.

[@abrahamcusters2987]

Tip: Don't buy cheese in these cheese shops for tourists. There are very great cheese shops in Amsterdam where you get better cheeses for lower prices and the staff in these shops know their business. If you go to the 9 little streets the Kaaskamer is a great shop and try matured or old farmer's Gouda.

[@Widdekuu91]

Not to mention, find a thriftshop somewhere further away from the city (Naarden has one directly next to a busstop) and stock up on original Dutch stuff. I'm telling you, the delft's blue vases (whether real or not, that's always unsure) and clogs and flags and godknowswhat are all between 1 and 5 euro's in those shops outside the cities and you can find things with Dutch text on them, old original biscuit-boxes or stuff with the royals on it, for about 1 euro per biscuit-box. And the costumers (pick someone below 70 for maximum results) will happily explain to you what it says on the box. If it's not a difficult-to-translate wordpun.

[@dantemcgowan6190]

Thanks for this video

[@brennieswaggy]

Omg love this video it highlight a lot of thing people of Amsterdam get annoyed of so pls listen to this especially to the biking and tram one

[@evaalex8926]

I LOVE that you mentioned Moeder’s! I went to Moeder’s when I was in A’dam in May. Great restaurant!

[@gilles111]

When using public transport, buy an OV-chipcard in advance (at the ticket selling points outside bus, tram, metro, train); you can top them so you use them as a prepaid-card. These prepaid-cards are a lot cheaper way of traveling as by buying a ticket on board. Don't forget to check out with your card. As it's prepaid, when you check in there is a reservation made on your card (€4,- in bus/tram/metro or €20,- in trains), when you check out the reservation minus the price of your trip is returned. When you forget to check out you will lose the complete reservation. When you regular forget to check out your card might even get blocked.

[@Propfaqs]

In Amsterdam I saw the Conference Bike. What a great idea!!!!! That was many years ago now but truly one of my lasting memories of Amsterdam.

[@jan9562]

Now banned in Amsterdam. (Was never a good idea.)

[@siobhanoliver3767]

I spent a year between Eindhoven and Amsterdam the art food people and architecture was simply outstanding my favourite place on earth

[@deetgeluid]

About the tram door's: this is not the case in all city's, a good rule of thumb is, let people exit first before you enter.

[@MrSpucki]

I'll be in Amsterdam on September 1st and 2nd before i head off to Scotland by ferry from Ijmuiden.Thanks to your and Dutchifieds travel tips,it is highly likely that i will spend some more days in a future stay,cause there's too much to see and do in just two days.Love your channel btw.Very interesting and funny content.It's obvious that you love what you do Mark 👍😃

[@SpookyDarling]

I'm happy to give recommendations. I'm in love with the Netherlands!

[@cassanateli]

Where are you going in Scotland?

[@MrSpucki]

@@cassanateli Edinburgh for twelve nights.But will do day tours to various places.

[@dilentslayer]

Go to dordrecht, its the oldest town in the Netherlands👌🏻

[@MitsubishiEvo10mr]

I miss this place so much

[@WillemLuntungan]

groeten zeer goede informatie een bijzondere plek in Amsterdam Ik vind het leuk om de video hopelijk verder te maken met nieuwe.

[@bjrnpost4633]

Was recently researching prices for a trip to Amsterdam, and the prices for a 3 star hotel in a more central spot were on par with the swankiest 5 star hotel in here in Norway, the Grand Hotel in Oslo.

[@sandrar6670]

I’m staying in a 3 star hotel near the train stationwhich looks like a tiny dorm room for €300 per night. The only 4 star hotels available were near the airport.

[@Snowshowslow]

It's an expensive city... On the plus side, you won't have to pay Norwegian prices for food 😉

[@winwinwin282828]

I will be staying nearby haarlem and commute to Amsterdam...seriously, 20min commute on the train is nothing .

[@MegaStephybear]

I've found a 3 star by the station. Before I stayed in overamstell it thought I'd try being more central. Also the ClinkNoord is a really nice hostel. If I was going on my own next time I would defo stay at the clink

[@james-p]

I'm going there in a couple of weeks. I'm looking forward to the museums! Skipping the coffee houses and the RLD ;-)

[@mominthemiddle871]

James P I am Going in a couple days. I have zero interest in RLD. I hope you had fun!

[@james-p]

@@mominthemiddle871 Had a great time! Enjoy your trip :-)

[@mariadebake5483]

Very wise

[@peterp8911]

Check out the Reichsmuseum and Rembrandt's "Night Watch" painting. Also, peanut sauce or salad dressing for your french fries. Asking for ketchup immediately identifies you as American.

[@In1998able]

Sir Wolters I love your shirt!

[@seanmcerlean]

Always make an effort with the language, the locals really appreciate it

[@nicholasthorn1539]

Even in Amsterdam?

[@seanmcerlean]

@@nicholasthorn1539 ,in my long experience as a crewmember yes most definitely.

[@nicholasthorn1539]

@@seanmcerlean interesting. I shall definitely make an effort next time I go

[@nicholasthorn1539]

Does their appreciation extend to replying in Dutch?

[@seanmcerlean]

@@nicholasthorn1539 ,I found they did yes, but you have to listen carefully as the accent can be quite strong depending on where they come from. Generally though they are reasonably friendly and will make an effort with you in return even if you do not speak fluently as they do speak excellent english. They are very used to visitors there and it is an amazing city to visit. Just watch out for the bikes😏

[@claudio_on_a_journey8404]

Drugs are not legal in the Netherlands! They are tolerated but still not legal!

[@hgjhgjhgification]

Depends what kind of drugs. Mistake #1 a coffeeshop for a cafe. Many coffeeshops nowadays are café s.

[@cazek445]

ze praten over weed

[@claudio_on_a_journey8404]

@@cazek445 Klopt en dat is ook nog steeds strafbaar en niet legaal. In het kort houdt het gedoogbeleid in dat het voorhanden hebben van softdrugs weliswaar strafbaar is, maar dat dit feit onder bepaalde voorwaarden niet strafrechtelijk wordt vervolgd

[@RSRaghavan2002]

Good and informative sir

[@JaYBerGz1Five1]

Ugh miss Amsterdam so much! Can't believe they moved a lot of the I Am Amsterdam signs.

[@brunoschenkman8951]

When I was in Amsterdam I enjoyed the Hermitage Amsterdam museum which is a branch of the Hermitage of St. Petersburg. I also liked taking a leisurely walk through the Jordaan district. Also, liked the herring!

[@cymen1]

Mistake 1: Rent a bike You need a few months to understand how the flow works. Just walk around and / or use public transport.

[@Snaakie83]

Just bicycle outside Amsterdam will do...

[@hallo80510]

No, just rent a bike. It’s cool. The chaos is part of the fun

[@haddingtoniangcp2464]

You can actually bike around Amsterdam . I did it right away by following the bike lanes. It was fun

[@nigelkane75]

im heading to Amsterdam this weekend for the frist time and i love watching your channel its ready helping me and i love reading all the comments i really hope i dont make to much mistakes and ill really respect all the points people put out in there comments i love new cultures thanks again all

[@JH-jw7pu]

Staying outside the city centre like in Utrecht is actually so smart! I wish I did that!

[@ruthmeow4262]

I want to go to the Netherlands to see the fields of beautiful flowers.

[@gilles111]

Your welcome! Please be aware the "Bollenvelden" (where the flowers like the tulips grow) and The Keukenhof are only there in spring. The flowers in the fields are roughly there between half march and half may (just 2 months) so the best time to visit is in april. The Keukenhof (keukenhof.nl/nl/) is only opened between 21st march and the 10th may.

[@ellenhulsbergen3209]

That's a very good idea but you should go in spring. I don't know exactly the right month but it must be march-april. I am dutch but l am living in italy for more than 30 years.

[@piderman871]

General caution: the actual flower fields are a "look, don't touch" situation. Especially the ones next to the roads are owned by farmers who grow the flowers to sell them. So please stay on the road to admire them, don't go in between the flowers themselves.

[@myrrthes]

So I’m Dutch and I go to uni in Amsterdam and I have to say the thing that I ABSOLUTELY hate what tourists do is the thing with the tram doors. Oh. My. God. How difficult is it to read the signs? It actually causes delays which really sucks... Also walking on the cycling lanes (like you mentioned) is a big no-no (and I would discourage tourists from cycling altogether) but what also really annoys me is when groups of people all walk next to each other on the sidewalk. They usually walk so slowly, refuse to step aside a bit when asked, and they make it difficult for other people to pass them. But generally the attitude of most tourists in Amsterdam makes me dislike them.

[@onomatopoetisk]

Came home from Amsterdam yesterday. I love riding my bike here at home and had plans to do so in Amsterdam too. I changed my mind when I got there and realised the tempo, specific bike lanes, specific red light signals… Maybe some other time! 😁

[@MitsubishiEvo10mr]

Amsterdam so beautiful I went for a week last year

[@zakmia8207]

Great vid Mark....we just left Amsterdam like a week ago....what a fantastic city.....it was our first time to visit and yes not booking the Anne Frank tour was my biggest mistake...well we just have visit again...Keep the vids rolling,they are really informative and enjoyable to watch..Happy travels...

[@Nicky_TM]

You should definitely visit the Efteling, it’s a fairytale themepark which I think has a very unique aesthetic not found in any other themepark (This is in the south of the Netherlands (noord Brabant) though)

[@rens3333]

Don't rent a bike in Amsterdam! I never complain about tourists, but it's really frustrating (and unsafe) when tourists don't know how to navigate it that way. It can be pretty hectic ... It's also really hard to park your bike, it's honestly a struggle to find a good place. Safe yourself the frustration of not finding a proper spot or it getting stolen. Amsterdam is small and you'll see much beauty when walking through it!

[@AnnaSchokker]

Like really though! And they are so slowww!!! I almost fall asleep each time I am forced to cycle behind them!!

[@shielsy1]

@@AnnaSchokker I'm in amsterdam quite often and i would never consider getting a bike out, you can clearly see this is the locals main use of transport, going to work picking up children from school etc. I think some people have just a high level of ignorance, and what annoys me as a tourist is other tourists not showing respect to whichever city it is prague, amsterdam etc. I enjoy going to 'dutch' areas in amsterdam and interacting with locals. Why do irish and english people go to another country to go to similar bars? Sigh.

[@micsau]

Annn Niemm - this Australian is grateful to hear this. I am not as agile as I used to be and is much prefer to walk or catch public transport. Very happy to hear this is the best option. Thank you for the advice.

[@Monica-il3pn]

Yes, Amsterdam is too hectic to cycle for tourist. And the traffic gets more "aggressive" over the years is my experience. Most Amsterdammers ride there bikes on a daily basis since they where 3 years old. So don't expect when your not used to this it's safe for you to do.

[@connormilligan822]

I went to the dam 2 years ago and cycled easily through all the city fine. The only trouble I got was from some other tourists and locals who are idiots. I don’t understand why people who live in the Netherlands hate tourists who rent bikes. Not all tourists are shit at riding bikes.

[@sab249]

Great video

[@starflowerpro]

On my last trip to Amsterdam I got a little lost trying to find our guesthouse. So I asked a local for help but began with "excuse me, do you speak English?" To which he replied, "of course I do" and I felt like a dolt. :/