9 days in Utrecht & Amsterdam Itinerary

As one of the Netherland's largest university towns, Utrecht is bursting with young energy.

Kick off your visit on the 10th (Sun): don't miss a visit to Markt, take in panoramic vistas at Euromast, then join in the after-dark buzz at Fenix Food Factory, and finally catch a live event at Stadium Feijenoord (De Kuip). Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: find something for the whole family at Efteling.

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Amsterdam to Utrecht is an approximately 1-hour car ride. You can also take a train; or take a bus. September in Utrecht sees daily highs of 22°C and lows of 12°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 11th (Mon) early enough to go by car to Amsterdam.

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

Discover out-of-the-way places like Museum Quarter and Room Escape Games. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Amsterdam: The Mauritshuis Royal Picture Gallery (in The Hague), Efteling (in Kaatsheuvel) and Rotterdam (Markthal, Erasmus Bridge, &more). There's much more to do: indulge in some culinary diversions at a local gastronomic tour, browse the collection at OBA Library of Amsterdam, walk around Vondelpark, and admire all the interesting features of Museum Het Rembrandthuis.

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You can drive from Utrecht to Amsterdam in an hour. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In September, daily temperatures in Amsterdam can reach 22°C, while at night they dip to 13°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 18th (Mon) early enough to travel back home.