Ten top Amsterdam attractions without the queues
You could queue for hours at some of Amsterdam's most popular attractions. Skip the crowds and visit these worth sights instead.
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A country that is green in colour and mindset, where bikes rule the roads and classic windmills have propelled more modern green machines throughout Europe. Ditch the lycra and cruise its charming canal towns at a leisurely pace. Once you're done, head to the countryside to see rows of brightly coloured tulips that stretch for miles, covering the ground like a giant patchwork quilt.
