We will be in amsterdam 4-5 days precruise! We have never been before lots of help needed! Where is the best place to stay? What attractions are not to miss? What are 2 day trips we could take if we are there 5 days we will do 3 days in the city and 2 day trips.; Thanks! Boys are 14 and 17!
Amsterdam 4-5 days with teens?
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I like the area of Leidseplein, canal rings, around Vondelpark, or the Jordaan. All slightly more residential and much nicer than the central area around the train station imo.
I enjoyed the Tropenmuseum (which is kind of a wacky but interesting place). Also Vondelpark.
Don't know about day trips, I easily spent my 5 days right in the city.
I personally like the Owl Hotel. http://www.owl-hotel.nl/gb/
It's quite close to the Leidesplein (3 minute walk) and also close to the Museumplein (< 10 min).
Lots of trams intersect at both places.
Give the boys a thrill and walk them by where the prostitutes have their little "houses". BTW: the equivalent, though much smaller, can be found in most cities and towns in the Netherlands.