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Traveling with children is a special way to experience your holidays, not only because it means taking precautions and carry twice the luggage, but it also means knowing that there are alternatives for family to have fun, where to eat and recommendations regarding special activities in the city. So I´ll tell you how you can make an unforgettable trip to Amsterdam with your children.
Amsterdam is a city for walking, but also, it is very comfortable to tour by bicycle. For you and your children to enjoy Amsterdam, Rent a Bike has the best service with and alternative tours.
The museums are a good activity to share with children. The Anne Frank Museum is open daily between 9:00 and 21:00 hours and prices are different between adults and children. This museum is recommended for 7 year-old children or older. It is recommendable to previously explain them about the historical content is the museum.
Another recommended museum to visit, because of its beauty and souvenir shop is the Van Gogh museum. This museum opens between 10:00 and 18:00 hours and the entrance is free of charge for children up to 12 years old.
Artis Zoo is a fun and interesting place for children of all ages. There are nearly 700 animal species, among which are birds, mammals, fishes, insects and reptiles from around the world. The zoo, in addition to offer education services, works in a network with other zoos around the world to fight for the preservation of endangered species.
At the entrance of the Artis Zoo there is a Planetarium. Here your children will enjoy watching and getting to know more about the universe with the latest technologies. The modern building is beautifully covered with blue glass and was built in 1988. The dome has 640 meters of projection.
In addition to this, there you will also find a spectacular aquarium, a farm of animals for children, the conservatory of tropical plants and an interesting geological museum where they can see the formation of the earth. This place is to spend a full day. Its working hours are from 9:00 to 17:00. Children between 3 and 9 years are charged Euros 12.50 and the rest 16 Euros, and to spice up the ride you can get there by boat.
Amsterdam is famous for its fries, something that kids and parents love. But if you want something more interesting and memorable for the children, go to Addis Ababa, an Ethiopian restaurant. Here there are no chairs, all customers sit on soft cushions that are installed according to the number of diners. But what will appeal kids is that you take the food with your hands.
Do not miss this beautiful destination in December, just rent apartments in Amsterdam and see the beauty of the channels illuminated during Christmas lights.
Translated by: Hans