The Netherlands often conjures images of windmill-dotted landscapes and colorful flowers for most travelers. This north-western European country is known for its liberal outlook, world-class art, and bike-friendly towns. Amsterdam may be synonymous with its Red Light District and cannabis culture, but its scenic canals and flower-filled park offer plenty of fun for families.

Experience the 17th-century golden age of the Netherlands in its capital city, where world-class Dutch art and artifacts are displayed in over 50 museums in the Museum Quarter. Within Utrecht’s Museum Quarter are centuries-old almshouses and Dom Tower, while 18th-century windmills decorate the canals in Kinderdijk.

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  • Amsterdam

    Amsterdam is a liberal city that boasts some of the world’s most renowned museums – its medieval Old Center could even be mistaken for an Impressionist painting. You’ll struggle to be bored in this city built around the UNESCO-listed Canal Ring, where waterfront nightclubs and bars abound. See the best of the city on 2 wheels and soak up some...

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