15 Best Things to Do in Amsterdam

Let’s start big picture. What’s the vibe here?
Amsterdam's free ferry system is an essential part of the city's transportation system, shuttling pedestrians, cyclists, and mopeds across the water every day.

Any standout features or must-sees?
Ferries run every four to six minutes, leaving from behind Centraal Station, and the entire trip across the IJ River to Amsterdam-Noord takes less than five. It drops you practically at the foot of the A'DAM Tower and EYE Film Institute, so take advantage of it.

Was it easy to get around?
There's a countdown clock right next to the dock that shows the next departure. It's all fairly straightforward, and an activity not to miss.