Volendam
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Historically, Volendam’s claim to fame was as the harbor for the neighboring town of Edam. More recently, it’s easy to see why artists like Picasso and Renoir were drawn here to paint scenes of the harbor lined with steep-roofed fishermen’s houses, canals and drawbridges.
Today, tranquil streets lined with gabled homes run back from the boat-filled harbor, and the port is fringed with souvenir shops and Dutch cafes. Take a stroll away from the water to get a sense of old Volendam, and drop into the town’s museum to see traditional costumes, harbor paintings, maritime paraphernalia and a massive collection of cigars.
Lunchtime in Volendam is a seafood banquet fresh from the sea, including smoked cod, eels and herring. Order salmon with dill or a bouillabaisse seafood stew in a traditional hotel restaurant.
Latest Reviews
Review by Joydeep Das, United Kingdom, May 2013
Doing what: Amsterdam Super Saver: Zaanse Schans Windmills, Volendam and Marken Half-Day Tour plus Keukenhof Gardens Tour
Amazing tour and best tour guides - Diana and bus driver Steve! special kudos to them..Volendam and Marken tour was nice..Windmills exp was unforgettable..Best was the Tulip gardens tour..although little better time mgmt. from Lindergerg travels will make this even better! but thanks for overall experience.
Review by Susan M, March 2013
Doing what: Amsterdam Super Saver 3: City Tour, Zaanse Schans Windmills, Volendam and Marken Day Trip
I thoroughly enjoyed this trip. My son age 13 and I. We were only in Amsterdam for 4 days. This trip was on day 3, after 2 days of walking and maximizing our time in Amsterdam it was a welcome day spent on a bus, drinking in the sites of Amsterdam out of the city. The tour guide was wonderful, the city tour proved insightful and meaningful after having walked many of the arears. The Zaanse Schans Windmills were breathtaking as was the experience of Volendam and Marken. A would definately recommend this tour.
Review by Amanda C, February 2013
Doing what: Amsterdam Super Saver 3: City Tour, Zaanse Schans Windmills, Volendam and Marken Day Trip
City tour was ok but the afternoon Zaanse Schans, Volendam and Marken recomended very much.
Practical Info
Behind Volendam, heading inland a few kilometers/miles, you’ll come to the famous cheese town of Edam.
