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Things to Do in Noord-Holland: 13 Places From Ryan Shirley | Varedelo
This guide turns Top 10 Places To Visit in The Netherlands - Travel Guide from Ryan Shirley into a practical travel map with 13 saved spots around Amsterdam-Centrum, Amersfoort, and Amsterdam-Noord. The mapped places include an area marker, a tourist attraction, a botanical garden, and a castle. Use it to understand the places and trip context before saving the map in Varedelo.
What the creator captured
Ryan Shirley was particularly fascinated by Dutch engineering, specifically how windmills and land reclamation transformed the country's landscape over centuries. He highlighted the experience of touring a windmill home in Kinderdijk and seeing the massive wind turbines in Noordoostpolder as standout moments. Ultimately, he was left in awe by the ingenuity required to manage water and create such a well-designed country.
What this map is good for
- Planning a tourist attraction stop or short itinerary in Amsterdam-Centrum.
- Seeing where the mapped places sit together before choosing what to visit first.
- Saving 13 mapped spots into Varedelo so the list stays usable on the ground.
- Using the original video as context, then turning it into a clean place-by-place map.
Featured spots on this map
- Tulip Tours Holland
Tourist Attraction in Termini 27, 1025 AZ Amsterdam, Netherlands, Amsterdam-Noord, Noord-Holland, Netherlands
Hours: Hours available - Noordoostpolder
Area marker in Noordoostpolder, Netherlands, Noordoostpolder, Flevoland, Netherlands - Old Amsterdam Cheese Store
Gift Shop in Damrak 62, 1012 LM Amsterdam, Netherlands, Amsterdam-Centrum, Noord-Holland, Netherlands
Hours: Hours available - Amersfoort
Area marker in Amersfoort, Netherlands, Amersfoort, Utrecht, Netherlands - The Hague
Area marker in The Hague, Netherlands, The Hague, South Holland, Netherlands - Keukenhof
Botanical Garden in Stationsweg 166A, 2161 AM Lisse, Netherlands, Lisse, Zuid-Holland, Netherlands
Hours: Hours available - Haarlem
Area marker in Haarlem, Netherlands, Haarlem, North Holland, Netherlands - De Haar Castle
Castle in Kasteellaan 1, 3455 RR Utrecht, Netherlands, Utrecht, Netherlands
Hours: Hours available - Rotterdam Centraal
Transit Station in 3013 AJ Rotterdam, Netherlands, Rotterdam, South Holland, Netherlands - Bourgondisch Lifestyle Amsterdam
Grocery Store in Haarlemmerstraat 115HS, 1013 EM Amsterdam, Netherlands, Amsterdam-Centrum, Noord-Holland, Netherlands - Zaanse Schans
Neighborhood in Zaanse Schans, Zaandam, Netherlands, Zaanse Schans, Noord-Holland, Netherlands - Unesco Werelderfgoed Kinderdijk
Tourist Attraction in Nederwaard 1, 2961 AS Kinderdijk, Netherlands, Kinderdijk, Zuid-Holland, Netherlands
Hours: Hours available - 1 more spots
Open the map in Varedelo to see the full saved list.
Experiences captured
- Toured a three-story historic windmill home
- Walked the harbor and lighthouse in Urk
- Explored the massive North Sea beach in The Hague
- Walked through Gouda's historic Central Square
- Strolled along the canals of Amsterdam
- Took a train to explore medieval Haarlem
- Drove through the countryside searching for tulip fields
- Visited the Keukenhof flower gardens
Planning notes for Amsterdam
Amsterdam is the capital of the Netherlands, located at the mouth of the Amstel River. The city originated in the 12th century as a fishing village and developed around a dam constructed to manage water levels. During the 17th century, known as the Dutch Golden Age, Amsterdam became a global center for trade and finance, establishing the world's first modern stock exchange in 1611. The city’s architecture is characterized by its 17th-century canal ring.
Must-try foods nearby
- Raw Herring (Haring)
A quintessential Amsterdam street food, typically served from specialized carts called 'haringhandels'. The fish is cured in salt and served with diced raw onions and pickles. - Bitterballen
The ultimate Dutch bar snack, these are deep-fried, breaded balls filled with a thick, savory beef or veal ragout. - Stroopwafel
Two thin, waffle-textured cookies joined by a layer of gooey caramel syrup. While available pre-packaged, the gold standard is a fresh. - Patatje Oorlog
Thick-cut Dutch fries (friet) served in a paper cone. The 'Oorlog' (War) style is a local favorite, topped with a chaotic but delicious combination of peanut satay sauce. - Rijsttafel
An elaborate 'rice table' that reflects the Netherlands' colonial history with Indonesia.
When to go: The best time to visit Amsterdam is during the shoulder seasons of April to May for tulip blooms or September to October for milder weather and fewer crowds. Summer (June–August) is the peak tourist season with the warmest temperatures around 70°F (21°C).
Local tips
- Always stay out of the red-paved bike lanes to avoid collisions with fast-moving cyclists who have the right of way.
- Carry a debit or credit card for most transactions, as many shops and cafes in the city center are strictly cashless.
- Book tickets for major attractions like the Anne Frank House or Van Gogh Museum several weeks in advance, as they rarely offer walk-in entry.
- Expect a relaxed dining pace where servers will not bring the bill until you specifically ask for it, often by saying 'de rekening, alstublieft.'
What travelers are noticing
- WorldPride Amsterdam 2026: A massive 15-day global festival in July and August featuring over 500 events, including the iconic Canal Parade.
- The DRIFT Museum: A new immersive museum opening in the historic Van Gendt Hallen, dedicated to the technology-infused kinetic art of Studio Drift.
- ZAMU (Zaanstad Amsterdam Museum): A major new cultural destination opening in Spring 2026 north of the city, featuring 16 industrial buildings and gardens by Piet Oudolf.
Planning questions
What is this video map?
It is a crawlable guide to the mapped places from Top 10 Places To Visit in The Netherlands - Travel Guide, with the creator video, a static map preview, and selected spots from the trip.
Can I save these spots?
Yes. Open the map in Varedelo to save the places, keep planning notes, and revisit the guide from your phone.
Does this replace watching the video?
No. The video remains the source, and the map makes the places easier to scan, compare, and save while planning.
Use it on your trip
Save this travel map before you go
Keep the mapped spots, creator context, food notes, and planning details together. Varedelo turns the page into a phone-friendly map you can revisit when you are choosing where to go.