How It's Built - Amsterdam

OVERVIEW

Start your experience departing from the port of Rotterdam and head to Amsterdam city, where you can explore landmarks from various centuries that show the architectural and cultural transformation of downtown Amsterdam and several neighboring areas. In the traditional residential area of Zaanse Schans, you will see windmills dating to the 17th century. Continue to an architectural masterpiece designed by Pierre Cuypers, the Rijksmuseum , which opened in 1885, combines Gothic and Renaissance elements, representing a 19th-century revival of Dutch architecture. Here, you will gain a deeper understanding of how the culture has changed over time throughout the Netherlands. A self-portrait by Rembrandt at age 22 is just one of the Dutch masterpieces there. You will also learn about the Wereldmuseum, an ethnographic museum that tells a similar story of urban evolution but through moving human experiences. Finally enjoy the view of the contemporary life is brilliantly depicted in the Eye Film Museum, where you can discover the story behind this masterpiece. The museum is located in an area that was primarily an industrial and port zone but has been revitalized and transformed into a vibrant cultural space. This prominent structure is considered one of the masterpieces of the 21st century.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Delve into the history of the Windmill Town perhaps the ultimate Dutch icon.
• Explore the exterior of the Rijksmuseum, a symbol of Dutch cultural heritage and national pride.
• Get a glimpse of Amsterdam’s vision for the future at the Eye Film Museum.
• Come away with a clear understanding of how Amsterdam’s urban landscape has evolved.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.