Amsterdam is not necessarily known as a romantic city, but there are more than enough romantic things to do in Amsterdam! How about a visit to the Magere Brug (Skinny Bridge) in the dark? This bridge over the Amstel is illuminated in the evening by more than 1800 lights. According to a local legend, a kiss between two lovers on this bridge will make them love each other forever. No wonder so many marriage proposals are made here!
Amsterdam is of course known for its canals. One of the most romantic things to do in Amsterdam is a late canal cruise. Enjoying the lights of the city from a private boat is possible with several shipping companies, for example. You can also combine a cruise with a luxurious dinner at Classic Boat Dinners or with a Gin & Tonic package at Floating Amsterdam.
Prefer to stay on dry land? Then rent a carriage with horses from Stalhouderij Zadelhoff for a particularly romantic trip along the canals.
The ultimate romantic drink is, of course, champagne. For a delicious glass of champagne, go to L'Atelier du Champagne. Here you can choose from fantastic champagnes, which the staff can also tell you all about. Do you prefer your wine without bubbles? Then go to Chateau Amsterdam. Here they produce their own wines from grapes that come from all over Europe. When you book a tasting, you get 7 wines and an explanation about the philosophy of the Chateau.
A romantic thing to do in Amsterdam with a special view is to visit a sky bar. While you enjoy a snack and a drink, you look out over the entire city. The highest rooftop terrace in Amsterdam is Floor17, here you sit 93 yards high above the city. For a cocktail at a high altitude, head to the Madam Skybar atop the A'DAM Tower. Near the Central Station you will find Skylounge Amsterdam on top of the Double Tree by Hilton Hotel.
When the weather is nice, the Vondelpark is the perfect place for one of the most romantic things to do in Amsterdam: a romantic picnic. You can of course make a picnic yourself, but it is just as easy to pick up a ready-made picnic. Near the Vondelpark you can get a nice lunchbox at Anne&Max.
Amsterdam is the city of bicycles. Rent a tandem for a romantic bike ride through Amsterdam. This is possible at various bicycle rental companies in the city.
For one of the most romantic things to do in Amsterdam in winter, head to Museumplein: the square in front of the Rijksmuseum turns into an ice rink. From November to February you can strap on your skates here for an hour on the ice.
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