Venice of the North
​Navigating Amsterdam's Canals
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Amsterdam loves cheese as much as Paris, especially the oude kaas or "old cheese". It's dry, salty, orange, and absolutely addictive. Visit the Cheese Museum to sample every different kind.

Colorful, loud, and bizarre. That's the infamous Red Light District at night. By day it looks like the rest of Amsterdam- shops, cafes, & coffee shops. At night it's lit with neon & filled with women in glass boxes & gawking tourists.

A great way to get a feel for the layout of the city and to scope out the awesome architecture is by taking a canal cruise. It's not hard to spot to bright orange or red boats, located near in the touristy areas. It's a fun way to see the city.

The maize of bicycles in Amsterdam is shocking at first glance. There aren't stop signs or traffic signals, but somehow dozens of bikes manage to weave through intersections without crashing...as long as everyone keeps pedaling. You can rent a bike for about $12 a day.

Padlock your love to the Staalmeestersbrug "Love Lock Bridge" by placing a lock with your lover's name on the famous drawbridge.

Amsterdam's got art. In addition to displays from famous classical artists, you'll also find modern exhibits. We caught an exhibit featuring Banksy and Salvador Dali at MOCO.

Museum Square is home to the Van Gogh Museum and the Rijksmuseum. You'll find famous works like "Night Watch" and "Sunflowers" here, among many other classic Dutch works.

Ohhhhh the pancakes! Sweet. Savory. Buttery. Much thinner and more delicate than the American pancake, it's a cross between a crepe and quesadilla-like creation.

Coffee shop vs. cafe. Want coffee? Visit a cafe. Want marijuana? Visit a coffee shop. They're on every corner.