If the sun is shining in Amsterdam, do as the locals do and cycle! You can hire a bike from several rental shops in the city centre for around 8 euros a day.
The best place to head is the massive bohemian city escape, Vondelpark. Traditionally a chill-out space for local hippies, it’s still a great place to watch eclectic Amsterdammers at leisure. In summer it’s also frequented by performance artists and musicians.
It’s only a 20 minute cycle from the centre and half the fun is trying to negotiate the bustling cycle lanes en route.
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