Amsterdam - The Don'ts of Visiting Amsterdam, The Netherlands

Things you should never do in Amsterdam as a tourists. Whether you are going for a cultural trip or a party trip there are a few things you should not do when you visit Amsterdam. From taking pictures of the girls in the windows in the Red Light District to not pre-booking tickets to the Anne Frank House we hope these travel and tourism information tips for Amsterdam can help you out.
Filmed in Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Copyright Mark Wolters 2019

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[hj-zmwo]

Tourists, please don’t cycle & don’t stop midway on the sidewalk to check your location. Thanks!

[pepperlook]

one more don't, don't think that amsterdam is the netherlands

[FLRSKLVR]

So glad you mentioned the bike thing it's super annoying for locals. We use our bikes to go to work/school or whatever and for tourists it's often just a fun thing to do. We take cycling very serious.

[ageoflove]

My number 1 dont for Amsterdam.... Dont stay in Amsterdam your whole trip. There are lots of beautiful towns and cities, beaches, lakes etc etc... There is so much to do and its really a waste to spend all your time in the tourist ghetto. Trains are very clean, cheap, frequent and go everywhere. Visit Haarlem, Utrecht, Leiden or Delft and enjoy the countryside while going there from your comfy train seat. You can get to all those towns within the hour from Amsterdam Central Station. Go out there and go see stuff!

[DailyDiscountNL]

*Don''t swim in the canals!*

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[taotaostrong]

Your excitement and enthusiasm are infectious. I love your personality! Best wishes and safe travels to you and your family! 🥰

[ronaldflohil]

"Vending machine restaurants" ahahahah febo, het restaurant

[jessicabonnema]

As a Dutchie (I live in Haarlem) I would totally agree with your don'ts and suggestions! Great video :)

[fishyface]

Two tips, if you're a north american don't complain about the small hotel rooms or lack of lifts. Many buildings are old and narrow, and you are in Europe now so expect things to be different and embrace it! Also don't take photos of the prostitutes because ultimately, it's pretty disrespectful. These women are working; and while it's legal they are still sometimes still exploited and treated badly enough by clients.

[davidbarry]

As always your advice is wise, practical and worldly. I find your travel videos are the most realistic and personable on YouTube. Thank you for making them.

[TheThomeck]

Another dont : DO NOT THINK ITS FUN TO BIKE IN AMSTERDAM. You dont know the rules. You dont know the biking culture. And lets be honest. These people come from a culture where they bike maybe few times a year. Then how busy amsterdam is + people walking everywhere... You willl die when unexperienced on that bike.

Im dutch and i dont eaven wanne bike in amsterdam centre and i bike everyday to everywhere

[ruby]

I've never seen a beggar in Amsterdam, maybe it's because I'm not a tourist. But begging is illegal in Amsterdam and there are enough organizations to help homeless people.

[geestapylton]

thanks for this! amsterdam is going to be my first trip abroad alone and this helped a lot :)

[daysofveronica]

Was literally right where you were standing in this video a couple days ago! Still out here and loving it! Thanks for all the advice 💕

[NothingYouHaventReadBefore]

Also a don't: If you're going to rent a bike, that's fine. Have fun with it! But don't go biking in clutters of six people expecting not to get yelled at by a burnt-out salaryman who's trying to get somewhere.

[zakmia]

Great info....appreciate it...👍....keep the vids comings.

[wesmjr]

How did you get to the 10% tip statistic, Wolter? In The Netherlands, tipping is not necessary and is on an entirely voluntary basis.

[marteast]

Good video Mark, you should come to Yorkshire and do the do's and don'ts there 👍

[PlanesTrainsEverything]

Guilty as charged - I've never done the canal tour!. Because of your video, I will change than next time I'm in Amsterdam. Great video.

[atheistweirdo]

I am going to Germany and Amsterdam in July and been watching your video to get prep for it so thank you for the videos