Amsterdam is not only the cultural heart of the Netherlands but also one of the most interesting cities to explore in Europe. Art enthusiasts can lose themselves for days in a large variety of museums, including the Rembrandt House Museum, the Van Gogh Museum, the Hermitage Museum (a branch of the famous St. Petersburg Hermitage in Russia), and the modern art Stedelijk Museum, while children and science enthusiasts will love the Nemo Science Museum. For a change of pace, you can take a boat tour of the famous Amsterdam canals to see the city's famous narrow houses from a different perspective. Amsterdam is extremely easy to navigate by public transport, boat, or bicycle or on a free walking tour, and it offers year-round festivals to suit all interests.

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