9 days in Amsterdam, Delft & Bruges Itinerary

Known as one of the greatest small cities in the world, Amsterdam charms visitors with its cool and cozy atmosphere.

You'll explore and learn at Van Gogh Museum and Anne Frank House. Get a sense of the local culture at Rijksmuseum and NEMO Science Museum. When in Amsterdam, make a side trip to see Zandvoort aan Zee in Zandvoort, approximately 46 minutes away. The adventure continues: take a stroll through The Jordaan, contemplate the long history of Begijnhof, take an in-depth tour of Het Scheepvaartmuseum| The National Maritime Museum, and browse the exhibits of Museum Het Rembrandthuis (Rembrandt House).

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If you are flying in from India, the closest major airports are Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, Eindhoven Airport and Eelde Airport. In October, daytime highs in Amsterdam are 17°C, while nighttime lows are 9°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 8th (Tue) early enough to go by car to Delft.

Delft is a town rich in tradition and provides a lovely alternative to the bustling more popular cities.

Start off your visit on the 8th (Tue): stop by Cheese and More Delft, take in the exciting artwork at Prinsenkwartier, stroll around Agnetapark, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Old Church, then explore the world behind art at Vermeer Centrum Delft, and finally make a trip to Markt. On the next day, see the interesting displays at Royal Delft - Koninklijke Porceleyne Fles, then trek along Papaver Delft, and then play a few rounds at Golfbaan Delfland.

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Traveling by car from Amsterdam to Delft takes an hour. Alternatively, you can take a train. In October in Delft, expect temperatures between 17°C during the day and 9°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 10th (Thu) early enough to go by car to Bruges.

The medieval town of Bruges centers around a canal, and the architecture of its historical district has made it a World Heritage Site.

Kids will enjoy The Markt and Friet Museum. Get some cultural insight at Groeningemuseum and Choco-Story - The Chocolate Museum. Change things up with these side-trips from Bruges: Ghent (Gravensteen & Saint Bavo's Cathedral). There's much more to do: indulge your thirst for a good beer at Huisbrouwerij De Halve Maan, contemplate the long history of The Princely Beguinage Ten Wijngaarde, explore the activities along Minnewater Lake, and admire the striking features of Belfry of Bruges.

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You can drive from Delft to Bruges in 2.5 hours. Other options are to take a train; or do a combination of flight and train. In October in Bruges, expect temperatures between 18°C during the day and 10°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 13th (Sun) so you can drive back home.