This coastal city on the Bohai Sea has long beaches and mountain views. A major Chinese seaport with 3.5 million residents, it draws visitors to its seaside resorts and ocean vistas.
Amsterdam invites you to explore its unique attractions. Start at the Van Gogh Museum, where you can see works like "Sunflowers" and "The Bedroom." Take a boat tour along the Prinsengracht canal, passing under low bridges and alongside houseboats. Visit the Anne Frank House to learn about her life during World War II. The Rijksmuseum, home to Rembrandt’s "Night Watch," is a short walk from the city center. In the evening, stroll through the Vondelpark, a large green space with open-air theaters in summer.
<Exploring_Museums_and_Art> The Van Gogh Museum displays over 200 paintings by the artist, including lesser-known early works. Tickets cost €20, and timed entry slots help avoid crowds. Across the square, the Stedelijk Museum focuses on modern art, with rotating exhibits of designers like Gerrit Rietveld. For a quieter experience, the Museum Het Rembrandthuis lets you step into the painter’s 17th-century studio. Combine these visits with breaks at nearby cafés such as Café Loetje, known for its butter-rich sandwiches.</Exploring_Museums_and_Art>
<Canal_Tours_and_Water_Access> Boat tours depart daily from docks near Centraal Station, with glass-topped vessels providing clear views. Opt for a small electric boat to navigate narrower canals like the atmospheric Groenburgwal. If you prefer to stay dry, walk along the Brouwersgracht, where converted warehouses now house art galleries. Rent a kayak from outlets near the Amstel River to paddle at your own pace. Many bridges, such as the Magere Brug, light up after dark, creating reflections on the water.</Canal_Tours_and_Water_Access>
<Historic_Sites_and_Neighborhoods> The Anne Frank House requires advance online booking, with audio guides available in 20 languages. A 10-minute walk leads to the Westerkerk, a Protestant church with a tower offering city views. Explore the Jordaan district’s narrow streets, where independent shops sell Dutch ceramics and vintage records. Stop by the Noordermarkt on Mondays for antiques or Saturdays for organic produce. Don’t miss the Begijnhof courtyard, a hidden cluster of medieval homes behind an unassuming doorway.</Historic_Sites_and_Neighborhoods>
<Local_Transportation_and_Tips> Trams run every 10 minutes from Centraal Station to major districts—buy a 24-hour pass for unlimited rides. Bicycles are the fastest way to reach areas like the De Pijp market street; rental shops provide locks and maps. Avoid walking in bike lanes, marked by red pavement and white symbols. Most museums close by 5 PM, but evening canal cruises operate until 10 PM. For rainy days, the public library near the NEMO Science Museum has free Wi-Fi and panoramic rooftop views.</Local_Transportation_and_Tips>
![500px provided description: Macau Skyline [#sky ,#sunset ,#water ,#clouds ,#architecture ,#cityscape ,#bridge ,#skyline ,#macau ,#skyscrapers ,#golden hour ,#macao] | Macau in China](https://humbo.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/place-photo/5ff1f1c38ff140caaa4ae1d9/5QC0xP7xMK_thumb.jpeg)
