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Amsterdam is a brilliant place to enjoy a budget holiday - there are so many things to see and do without paying a single penny! This European city is a hub of culture and history - and you'll be able to soak up both on your budget holiday. From your base in a hostel in the city centre, you'll find you are able to take in live music performances, see centuries-old works of art and even enjoy a boat ride for free! Art lovers will want to head to the Amsterdam Historical Museum to view a fine collection of 15 portraits dating back to the 17th century. The masterpieces depict the Amsterdam Civic Guards and are located inside the Kalverstraat gate to the museum. If you're a history buff, you'll want to pay a visit to the charming Begijnhof - a hidden courtyard that is home to a number of 14th century cottages. These properties - one of which dates back to 1475 and is Amsterdam's oldest house - were constructed for the Beguines, a group of pious and charitable women. You'll be able to explore a small medieval church and gardens in the peaceful atmosphere of this small community, where modern-day Beguines still live - it feels miles away from the bustling city centre. If you love music, you'll be able to take in a free performance every Wednesday from the end of September until June, which is Amsterdam's cultural arts season. The Concertgebouw is a series of free 30-minute concerts by internationally-acclaimed musicians - usually a rehearsal for a longer paid performance to take place later in the evening. For perfect views over Amsterdam's picturesque waterfront, why not take the short five-minute voyage on the Buikersloterwegveer ferry, which links the city centre with north Amsterdam? Make sure you bring your camera to capture the skyline from this unique perspective. Best of all, enjoying the sights and sounds of Amsterdam for free means you'll have plenty of euros left over after a day's exploring to treat yourself to a chilled pint of Heineken! If you're looking for a great selection of reputable Amsterdam hostels, Hostelbookers can help. Get in touch with us today to reserve your bed in some of Europe's best hostels - you'll be enjoying Amsterdam on a budget before you know it!
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