The Dutch Soccer Experience: Amsterdam

Canals and crocuses. Bicycles and bluebells. With more canals than Venice and countless flower merchants, downtown Amsterdam bursts with color and light reflecting off the water. Take a canal boat ride for the best views of gabled houses and nearly 1,200 bridges. Note: Cruises may be guided by a local or pre-recorded audio.

Leidseplein translates roughly as Leiden Square, as it sits at the end of Leidsestraat. Throughout much of the history of the square, Leidesestraat was the main road to the town of Leiden. Today, Leidseplein serves as a transport hub in the city.

Participate in a practice session at a local field in the area.

We will take a guide tour of ArenA Stadium, the home of A.F.C. Ajax (Amsterdamsche Football Club Ajax), the most famous Dutch soccer club. Amsterdam's most modern stadium features impressive architecture. Like many modern stadiums, ArenA has a retractable roof, which can be opened when it does not rain. After its construction in 1996, the stadium was able to seat 51,000 spectators. During the tour, we will be able to see the press room where press conferences take place before each match; visit the control room of the stadium; look at the pitch from the ArenA's highest seat. We will conclude in the official Ajax Fan Shop, and take some free time for shopping and exploration.

Volendam has a long history as a fishing village and is built along a small harbor where all sorts of fish are for sale. Visitors are attracted to the brightly colored and traditional costumes that many men and women wear in the village. We will enjoy some free time to explore the maze of narrow, medieval streets, wooden houses and canals where the past seems to come alive.

See old-fashioned Holland, well-preserved. Visit the tiny fishing town of Volendam, a short trip away from Amsterdam, where you will find old-style Dutch houses, narrow streets, and villagers who still dress in traditional Dutch costume. Then visit nearby Zaanse Schans, and see miles of the windmills for which Holland is famous. Experience the quaint, quintessentially Dutch neighborhood, learning about clog-making, cheese-making, and other Dutch cultural traditions along the way.

Plein, Lange Poten, Hofweg, Binnenhof

Experience a professional soccer match like never before as you chant and cheer alongside passionate fans and watch world-famous, international players go cleat to cleat on the field.

Participate in this special clinic with a guest coach, player, or instructor. The clinic is designed exclusively for your team and to enhance your skills in the areas identified by your coaching staff.

The Street Art and Graffiti Museum (STRAAT) in Amsterdam is a vibrant and expansive space dedicated to urban art. Imagine walking into a massive, repurposed warehouse filled with colorful, large-scale murals, intricate graffiti, and creative installations. The artworks are created by artists from all over the world, many of whom have painted directly onto the museum’s walls. The museum is not just about viewing art; it’s an immersive experience where you can see artists at work, learn about the history and techniques of street art, and even participate in workshops. It’s a place where the energy of the streets is brought indoors, offering a unique and dynamic way to appreciate this contemporary art form.

Step into this sleek, modern museum and discover the world’s largest collection of Van Gogh paintings and drawings, along with fascinating exhibits that detail his life and artwork.