Day 1 — Centre and canals
A canal cruise, Dam Square, the Begijnhof, the Jordaan and the Anne Frank House (book well in advance).
Day 2 — The museums
The Rijksmuseum, the Van Gogh Museum, Museumplein and a break in Vondelpark.
Day 3 — Neighbourhoods and markets
De Pijp and the Albert Cuyp market, the ferry to Amsterdam-Noord (NDSM), or a day trip (Zaanse Schans, Haarlem).
The logic: group by neighbourhood
First put your places on a map to see the clusters. If you have a Google Maps favourites list, start by exporting it or pasting your list. With MyFavsMap, you visualise your Amsterdam spots, filter by category and build your days by neighbourhood, by bike or on foot — so you enjoy more and rush less.
Practical tips
- Book very early the Anne Frank House and the Van Gogh Museum.
- Bike: the best way to get around, but stay careful.
- Watch the bike lanes when you walk.
- Group the museums on the same day (Museumplein).
- A 4th day? Zaanse Schans and its windmills.
FAQ
How many days do you need in Amsterdam?
Two to three days are enough: centre and canals, museums, and a neighbourhood or a day trip.
Should you book the Anne Frank House?
Yes, absolutely and well in advance: tickets go very fast and there's almost no entry without a booking.
How do you get around Amsterdam?
On foot and by bike, ideally. The tram helps for longer distances.