Essential Information for Visiting Amsterdam in October
Amsterdam Weather in October
The temperature bar ranges between 14-degree celsius to a minimum of 8-degree celsius making the days warm. To your delight, the weather this month is wet at times and it is important that you bring along your rain jackets!The climate is comforting and the month is best for the visitor who is looking for a destination that is less crowded. While the streetside cafes pack up their open-air sittings, the weather is perfect to explore the hot coffee the city is famed for!
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Why to Visit Amsterdam in October?
Something that makes the month of October a great pick is this is not the time of peak tourism and the prices of local happenings and tourism drop down, making your trip affordable. While the weather at this time is neither too hot nor cold, the soft chilling breeze keeps flowing around.
The nightlife in this month is alive and the variety of festivals like Techno festival, Amsterdam Dance Event, and several others are hosted in this month, making it just the right choice for the visitors!
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Things to Do in Amsterdam in October
Visit Hermitage Amsterdam
Location: State Hermitage in St Petersburg
Price: No fee, all free.
Timings: Runs from 26 May to 8 November
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Enjoy at Amsterdam Dance Event
Location: Various locations in Amsterdam
Price: Starting from INR 4000 per person
Timings: Variable timings depending upon the pass you take.
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About Amsterdam Canal Cruise :
Amsterdam Canal Cruise offers a scenic journey through the city's iconic waterways, including the Prinsengracht, Herengracht, and Keizersgracht canals. During the tour, the passengers cruise past historic buildings like the Anne Frank House and the Westerkerk, charming houseboats, and picturesque bridges. The gentle motion of the boat provides a relaxing way to see Amsterdam's most famous tourist attractions. The cruise offers a unique perspective of the city, letting you see its architecture and vibrant neighbourhoods while cruising through the canals.
Celebrate Festival of the Dead
People paint their faces, use unique props, and dress up like different characters that they like. Some of them are the Witch Doctor, Evil Shaman, Angel Skull and several others too! The enthusiasm of the locals is pretty high and the celebration of this festival is like no other!
Location: Different parts of Amsterdam
Price: Starting from INR 3000 per person.
Timings: October month
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Activity Location: Europalaan 1, 5171 KW Kaatsheuvel, Netherlands
Activty Timings: 11:00am-6:00pm, daily
Activty Duration: 8 Hours (approx)
About the Efteling Park:
The largest Theme Park in the Netherlands, the Efteling Theme Park in Amsterdam is a magical world with engaging stories and thrilling rides. A fairy tale world where you can have a great time with your family, and especially kids with efteling park tickets. Kids love this place as it takes them near to those TV characters with joy and excitement.
Efteling Park is a place where the kids and even the adults embark on a journey with Jokie and Jet in the Carnaval Festival and the daredevils explore the gold mine of Baron 1898 at 90 km/h. You can also glide through the secret corridors and magical rooms of Symbolica.With sparkling lights, icy entertainment, and warming bonfires, this is an unmissable destination on your visit to the Netherlands.
Have Fun at The Pint Bokbier Festival
Location: Beurs van Berlage, Amsterdam, Netherlands
Price: Starting from INR 2000 per person.
Timings: Month of October
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The brainchild of a Merlin Entertainments company, the Amsterdam dungeon is a unique way of gathering information about the dark history of the Netherlands. There are several rides and performances that are interaction based. Their main aim is to shed some light on the archival scenes of the Plague, the medieval torture and the Rembrandt workshop.
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Anne Frank House is a museum that has been transformed from the hiding place of the Frank family, who were forced to hide in the house to escape the Nazis during World War II. Situated on a canal in Prinsengracht in Amsterdam, this biographical museum houses the personal belongings of Anne and possessions of the people who were in hiding with her during the war.
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About Heineken Experience, Amsterdam:
The Heineken Experience in Amsterdam offers a captivating journey through the world of Heineken beer. Housed in the historic brewery building, this museum showcases the brewing process, from raw ingredients to the iconic green bottle. Visitors can enjoy multimedia exhibits, view the brewing equipment, and even participate in a tasting session to savour the famous beer. The experience combines informative displays with fun activities, making it a must-visit for travellers.
About Rijksmuseum:
Visit the Rijksmuseum, renowned for its extensive collection of Dutch art and history, showcasing works from the 12th to the 21st century. See masterpieces like Rembrandt's "The Night Watch", Vermeer's "The Milkmaid", and Van Gogh’s self-portraits. The museum also features decorative arts, including Delftware and Asian ceramics, as well as historical artefacts, prints, and sculptures. The Rijksmuseum offers a comprehensive overview of Dutch culture and heritage, making it a must-visit destination in Amsterdam.
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About Rijksmuseum:
The Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam showcases Dutch art and history, boasting a collection of over 8,000 objects spanning the Middle Ages to the present. It features masterpieces by renowned Dutch artists like Rembrandt and Vermeer. The museum's striking architecture incorporates Gothic and Renaissance elements. Visitors can explore paintings, sculptures, decorative arts, and historical artefacts, providing a comprehensive view of Dutch culture. The Rijksmuseum offers a rich cultural experience, celebrating the Netherlands' artistic legacy.
The Van Gogh Museum stands as testimony to the life and work of the famous Dutch painter, Vincent Van Gogh. See over 200 of his paintings, 500 drawings, and 800 letters, all housed within this museum in Amsterdam. You may recognize the famous 'The Starry Night" and "Sunflower Field" paintings by Van Gogh but this will also be your chance to witness self-portraits, his exquisite landscapes, and unique flower still life paintings, including the Irises.
Operational timings : 9 am to 6 pm
Built in 1838, the ARTIS Royal Zoo was the first zoo in Amsterdam, Netherlands. This zoo provides shelter to more than 900 animal species, including zebras, ostriches, giraffes, springboks, and much more. Visitors can admire the beauty of the historical city park with its centuries-old trees and wealth of plants, a planetarium, and the butterfly pavilion.
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About Red Light Secrets Museum, Amsterdam:
The Red Light Secrets Museum in Amsterdam, also known as the Museum of Prostitution, provides a unique insight into the world's oldest profession. Located in the famous Red Light District, the museum offers a glimpse into the daily life of a prostitute, with displays of the actual rooms used by the workers. Visitors can learn about the history of prostitution in Amsterdam, the laws surrounding it, and the experiences of those involved in the industry. The museum aims to challenge stereotypes and help people understand the complexities of prostitution.
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About the Hop On Hop Off Amsterdam Boat and Bus Tour:
The Hop On Hop Off Amsterdam Boat and Bus Tour offers a flexible sightseeing experience in Amsterdam. The tour provides stops at some of the major attractions of Amsterdam with the highest tourist footfall like Anne Frank House, the Nine Streets, and Amsterdam's famous canals. The tour includes unlimited travel within the ticket validity period (24/48-hour passes) chosen by you along with multilingual audio guides that provide insights into the city's rich history.
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Enjoy at Techno Music Festival
Location: Polonceaukade 27, 1014 DA Amsterdam
Price: Regular ticket starting from INR 4,500.
Timings: 4 days, variable days in the month of October
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Amsterdam Icebar
The visit to the Ice Bar includes three free drinks: a welcome cocktail in the lounge, and two more drinks at the XtraCold icebar, where you can choose from a variety of beers, orange juices, or shots. in order to enhance your experience and comfort. The bar provides warm clothing and gloves so you can keep a firm grip on your glass, which is also made of ice!
Location: Amstel 194, 196, 1017 AG Amsterdam, Netherlands
Timing: Wednesday & Thursday - 5 PM to 12 AM, Friday & Saturday - 4.20 PM to 12 AM, Sunday - 2.40 PM to10 PM, Closed on Monday & Tuesday
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Trip to Zaanse Schans and Volendam
Volendam is well-known for its famous Dutch-style cheeses, as well as its delicious seafood. The place also has antique cheese slices in a well-preserved facility. Clogs are made using traditional Dutch wooden art, which is exported all over the world.
If you enjoy cruising, Volendam also offers canal cruising for an hour at no cost. The Zaanse Schans is a museum and open-air conservation area known for its traditional architecture and windmills. The place preserves a variety of cultural artefacts and is well worth a visit.
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Celebrate Cinekid
It began as a small children's film festival and has since grown into a large organisation that creates year-round activities for children in the areas of film, television, and new media. These activities take place concurrently with the festival, while the festival itself screens films from around the world as well as a selection of the best children's television programmes.
It also organises a variety of new media activities and every year, over 50,000 people from all over the world attend the festival. Thus, it is one of the most renowned festivals around the world and is extremely popular amongst tourists.
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