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Things to Do in Amsterdam in February

When you keep on thinking about what to do in Amsterdam in February, the museum bearing the largest collection of the work of Vincent Van Gogh can definitely be the perfect answer to your thoughts.

The Sunflower, one of the most famous works of art in the world, adorns this museum with many other masterpieces borne from the timeless artist. In February, when the beautiful European Spring sprawls from the fleeting winter, it is a good idea to take a stroll in the museum and treat yourself with art and historical culture.

Location: Museumplein 6, 1071 DJ, Amsterdam.

Timing:
-21 June-1 September: 9:00am-7:00pm,
-28 October-22 December: 9:00am-5:00pm,
-23 December-31 December: 9:00am-7:00pm,
-1 January: 11:00am-7:00pm.

Price: INR 1600/ head.

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One of the most important places to visit in Amsterdam in February is Rijksmuseum that will take you back to the 800 years of the Dutch civilization. This Dutch museum presents to you a huge collection of European art pieces and Dutch paintings.

During February, the museum is less crowded, offering you ample of time to appreciate the masterpieces displayed here by artists such as Van Gogh, Rembrandt, etc.

Location: Rijksmuseum: Museumstraat 1, 1071 XX Amsterdam, Netherlands.

Timing: Rijksmuseum: 9:00am-5:00pm (Monday-Sunday).

Price: INR 2299/ head.

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One of the best things to do in Amsterdam in February is cruising the canal to have an eclectic view of tall structures and overhead bridges of London. It will take you back to the period of Dutch golden age where merchant houses and churches will beckon you with open arms.

You can also have dinner or evening tea and snacks while enjoying the beauty of the key attractions like Parliament House and Tower Bridge.

Location: Prins Hendrikkade 25, 1012 TM Amsterdam, Netherlands.

Timing:
From November 29 2018-20 Jan 2019, there is no availability of cruise after 4:30 pm.
-Summer (23 Mar-30 Oct): 9:00 am-10:00 pm (Monday-Sunday)
-Winter (31 Oct-22 Mar): 9:30 am-9:00 pm (Monday-Sunday).

Price: INR 950/ head.

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The Anne Frank House in Amsterdam is one of the best places to visit in Amsterdam in February for literature lovers. The house contains a biographical museum that gives a glimpse of how Anne Frank hid from the Nazi persecution during the Second World War. The exhibition space in the Anne Frank House shows evidence of all sorts of discrimination inflicted upon the Jewish by the Nazis.

Location: Westermarkt 20, 1016 GV Amsterdam, Netherlands.

Timing:
-November 1 - April 1: 9 am-7 pm (Monday-Sunday except Saturdays), 9 am-10 pm (Saturday),
-April 1 - November 1: 9 am-22 pm (Monday-Sunday).

Price:
-INR 875/ adult,
-INR 460/ 10-17 years,
-INR 40/ 0-9 years.

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One of the best things to do in Amsterdam in February is taking the Red-Light District tour that is mostly famous for its roadside brothels and nightlife. The chief attraction of the tour is the jostling bars, restaurants, and shopping centers where you can have the best drinks and food.

Bike rides are often preferred here to take a wider look at the overall view of this section of society. However, walking here makes the tour more detailed with a deeper insight into the lanes and alleys.

Location: 1012 KL Amsterdam, Netherlands.

Timing: 10 am-11.30 pm (Monday-Sunday).

Price: INR 1615/ 2 hours of service.

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The ARTIS Royal Zoo is enlisted as one of the oldest zoos in mainland Europe. You can witness here more than 900 species of fauna and exquisite wildlife sculptures. Apart from that, the place also houses a large aquarium and a good collection of living trees of different species as well as a planetarium.

Encompassing 27 historic buildings, the ARTIS Royal Zoo also has an extensive range of books in its library. This place offers an answer to what to do in Amsterdam in February, as the weather is quite pleasant to stroll into the zoo.

Location: Plantage Kerklaan 38-40, 1018 CZ Amsterdam, Netherlands.

Timing: 9 am-6 pm (Saturday-Sunday).

Price:
-INR 2000/ adult
-INR 1700/ child.

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Located in the central part of the city of Amsterdam in the neighborhood of the Royal Palace, Madame Tussauds happens to be the first branch that opened in mainland Europe. This place gives you a chance to experience the glory of the Golden Period of Dutch history through its wax statues.

You can also witness a large number of well-sculpted wax statues of famous personalities across the globe over here. Visiting this museum is one of the things to do in Amsterdam in February as some family-friendly activities are organized during this time of the year.

Location: Dam 20, 1012 KW Amsterdam, Netherlands.

Timing: 10 am-8 pm (Monday-Sunday).

Price: INR 1750/ head.

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If you're thinking of what to do in Amsterdam in February, then visiting the Muiderslot castle should be your best bet as this is not a peak season, and you won't have to wait in queues to grab the tickets.  Stationed at the mouth of the Vecht river, this castle is one of the most beautiful castles of Amsterdam as well as the mainland in Europe.

In addition to its unique architecture, you can also enjoy shooting of films, especially those based on the Medieval period here. A retreat to the interior décor of the 17th century, this castle has been declared a museum and is a favorite tourist spot for all those who don't like it to be too crowded.

Location: Herengracht 1, 1398 AA Muiden, Netherlands.

Timing: 9 am-5.30 pm (Monday-Friday).

Price: INR 1300/ head.

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Between January 21 and February 20, the Chinese New Year is celebrated with grandeur in Amsterdam. Food and festivals add to the air of enjoyment that prevails throughout the city. Every year, a parade finds its way in the streets of the city, full of music and colors. Generally, every year is given the name of an animal of the zodiac family.

2021 will be the year of Ox. Fo Guang Shan He Hua, a renowned Buddhist temple in Amsterdam, offers a special program to all those who don't remain confined in parades. Going for a good meal at the Sea Palace during the Chinese New Year is one of the best things to do in Amsterdam in February.

Location: Dam 1, 1012 JS Amsterdam.

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One of the best things to do in Amsterdam in February is participating in the Cocoa Festival, where you get to taste the world's best chocolate varieties. The cocoa festival is basically a chocolate conference—people hailing from different parts of the world accumulate here to discuss the finest chocolates around the globe.

The conference doesn't remain confined in boring discussions of business progress, but it also ranges to the tasting of great flavors of the finest chocolates of the world.

Location: Beurs van Berlage in Amsterdam, the Netherlands.

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Pllek is one of the best places to visit in Amsterdam in February if you wish to enjoy the taste and variety of vegetarian food. Pllek never compromises with the flavor, and they take health and taste so seriously that they harvest the veggies on their own.

The fish comes from the North Sea, and the meat is not very prone to excessive use of preservatives. In a nutshell, they believe that every food can be made good, with the correct choice of spices and ways of preparation.

Location: T.T. Neveritaweg 59, 1033 WB Amsterdam, Netherlands.

Timing: 9.30 am-1 am (Monday-Sunday).

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One of the best places to visit in Amsterdam in February is A'Dam Lookout that offers a panoramic view of the city. A'dam Lookout is a 360-degree observation deck, which will provide the visitors with a bird's eye view of the city.

With an exciting flight of 100 meters in 22 seconds, the elevator ride of the place is considered ethereal. In addition to that, the Adam Tower offers multicuisine restaurants and rooftop bars, which add to the mood and present the tourist an opportunity for making their own digital memories.

Location: Overhoeksplein 1, 1031 KS Amsterdam, Netherlands.

Timing: 10 am-10 pm (Monday-Sunday).

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If you're a shopaholic, then one of the best places to visit in Amsterdam in February should be Sunday Market at Westergas in Amsterdam that displays the best of fashion and art pieces. In this market, designers, creative people, and artists come to exhibit and sell their self-made artifacts to the citizens as well as the tourists.

This market is a very good place for buying tokens of memories and gift shopping for your loved ones.

Location: Gosschalklaan, Pazzanistraat 7, 1014 DC Amsterdam, Netherlands.

Timing: 12 pm-6 pm (Sunday).

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