5-Day the Netherlands road trip from Amsterdam to Hoorn and North Brabant

Your road trip adventure in the Netherlands begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Amsterdam. You’ll stay in Amsterdam for 2 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Amsterdam has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Dam Square. This attraction is a square and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 42,263 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best hotels or places to stay in the city. Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Amsterdam, Box Sociaal. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,162 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Amsterdam is Restaurant Ambassade. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 769 customers.

Locals recommend Gartine as one of the best restaurants in the city of Amsterdam. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 678 customers.

Amsterdam also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Amsterdam is Proeflokaal Arendsnest. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,048 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Amsterdam is SkyLounge Amsterdam. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,266 customers.

Locals also enjoy Excalibur Café. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,047 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 5-day vacation in the Netherlands!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 2 of your epic road trip in the Netherlands, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Amsterdam. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Hoorn. You’ll stay in Hoorn for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Amsterdam’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Amsterdam, start your day with a visit to the amazing Anne Frank House. This much-appreciated museum and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 65,604 visitors. Each year, around 1,195,456 visit this remarkable site to admire its unique features.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Vondelpark. This park and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 51,399 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Artis to make the most of your road trip across the Netherlands. The spectacular Artis is a zoo that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 31,524 visitors. Every year, around 1,400,000 travelers include this attraction on their travel itinerary.

The lovely NEMO Science Center is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 30,969 visitors have left this science museum average ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars. This popular attraction gets around 502,990 visits every year.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Amsterdam has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Hoorn. Hoorn offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Brasserie/Restaurant De Tuynkamer. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 906 reviews.

The remarkable Zorba De Griek is another top restaurant in Hoorn we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 619 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Bij Meta eten&drinken is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 653 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Hoorn, the fantastic Eet- en speciaalbierencafé De Klinker. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 424 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Café 't Kroegie. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 242 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Het Wapen Van Hoorn. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 259 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in the Netherlands!

Day 3 of your road trip will take you to the city of Amsterdam and the city of Lisse. You’ll stay in North Brabant for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Amsterdam today is Van Gogh Museum. This excellent attraction is an art museum that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 85,859 visitors. Each year, Van Gogh Museum attracts over 2,161,160 local and international travelers.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Rijksmuseum, an outstanding national museum, in the city of Amsterdam. Around 92,707 travelers rated this attraction with 4.6 out of 5 stars. Given the incredible Rijksmuseum's popularity, more than 2,700,000 people stop by Rijksmuseum to explore it.

To experience the local culture, see more of the Netherlands, and meet new people at the same time, we highly recommend you go on a tour. You’ll find many top-rated and popular tours in the city, offering unique experiences that will inspire you. On this tour, you can go on an epic adventure to some of the best places to visit in the Netherlands. You also get to admire popular places of interest.

You could then travel to Keukenhof for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Lisse. This popular attraction is a garden and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 60,421 visitors.

You’ll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of North Brabant.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of North Brabant, Picasso Restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,710 customers.

Locals recommend BUURT as one of the best restaurants in the city of North Brabant. BUURT is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,201 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of North Brabant is BAR35. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,022 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of North Brabant, Café Bar le Duc. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 716 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like De Rooie Haen. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 124 customers.

Café Hart van Brabant is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of North Brabant. This bar is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 1,003 customers.

Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through the Netherlands with a toast!

Day 4 of your road trip through the Netherlands gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You'll start your day with some exploring in the city of Kaatsheuvel and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Amsterdam. You will stay in Amsterdam for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Kaatsheuvel is the amazing Baron 1898. This attraction is a dive coaster that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 8,478 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Kaatsheuvel by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else the city has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your road trip in the Netherlands. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before it's too late.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Amsterdam, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Winkel 43, one of the best restaurants in the city of Amsterdam. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 10,504 customers.

Locals also recommend The Pantry as one of the best restaurants in the city of Amsterdam. The Pantry is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,646 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Amsterdam is Restaurant Moeders. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,647 customers.

After dinner, visit Lost in Amsterdam Lounge Cafe & Cocktail Bar, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Amsterdam. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,918 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Red Light Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,612 customers.

Alternatively, Bar-B Burgers ‘N’ Beers is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Amsterdam. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,912 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through the Netherlands!

Day 5 of your road trip in the Netherlands is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Amsterdam before saying goodbye to this wonderful destination. When you have time to explore the area before you make your way home, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Negen Straatjes is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Amsterdam. This group of geographic locations and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 12,058 visitors.

Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Amsterdam and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in the Netherlands.

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Amsterdam at Blue Amsterdam before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,965 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Restaurant Olijfje for your last chance at a meal in the city of Amsterdam. The Restaurant Olijfje restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,640 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Dabka. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,591 customers.

You’ll then say farewell to Amsterdam. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in the Netherlands!