Amsterdam
- Van Gogh Museum – truly worth it, you will be able to see the evolution of his work in a new and exciting way
- Heineken Brewery – not the most informative tour but the rooftop view you get with your free beer makes it all worth it
- Rijksmuseum – the Rembrandts are worth it
- Royal Palace – sometimes there is even a massive fair in the adjacent square
- Anne Frank House – must get here early with tickets in advance
- Flowers –
- Keukenhof Flower Garden
- Bloemenveiling Aalsmeer flower auction
- strolling the Southern Canal Ring’s Bloemenmarkt
- Rent bikes in Vondelpark
- Jordaan neighborhood
- Brouwerij‘t Ij – microbrewery with a large outdoor drinking terrace in a windmill (really cute and fun)
- De Pijp– bohemian neighbourhood to the south of the city centre
- NDSM – where you can enjoy a host of hip waterside hangouts, frequent festivals and events.
- Floating flower market on the Singel
- De Hallen – A hub for media, culture, fashion, food and crafts
Brussels
- Museum of Cocoa and Chocolate – free demonstrations AND free samples!
- Atomium
- Place Poelaert
- Sandemans free walking tour – in SO MANY European cities and FREE
- Delirium Cafe – I spent half of a day here. Largest selection of draft beer in the world. I got the Pink Killer.
- Palais de Justice
- Place du Châtelain Market– on Wednesdays
- Goupil le Fol – a perfect bar for a night out on the town
- Rubbrecht – a classic lace shop with a beautiful selection
- Royal Galleries – grab some frites and stroll the large arcade to see chocolatiers and specialty shops of all kind
