Denver to Amsterdam Flights

  About Denver

Denver is one of those American cities where time passes slowly, and you can let go of all the stress of your otherwise hectic life. The Rocky Mountain National Park is one of the major highlights of the city. It is also known for its breweries and its outdoorsy culture. You will be amazed by the city's art, cuisine, culture and nature. It is the perfect place for all nature lovers to head to on vacation. You will also love the zoo in the city. Booking a hotel in Denver is quite easy, and it won't even burn a hole in your pocket if you book it at the right time. You can either sit back in your hotel and enjoy being idle or take off on an adventurous hike in the Mile High City. While you can head to Denver with your family, it is a much better destination to head to with your friends so you can make the most of the nightlife. It is also not one of the expensive cities in the United States of America.

Best Time to Visit Denver

April, May, September and October are considered to be the best months to head to Denver for a vacation. The climate is neither too hot nor too cold. It's pleasant to go sightseeing and opt for any outdoor activities in the city. April to May is the spring season, and even though it rains occasionally, it won't really put a damper in your sightseeing plans. Booking a hotel in Denver at an affordable price during this time is not very tough, but it is still recommended that you book in advance. There are quite a lot of events that you can attend in May like the Five Points JazzFest, Cinco de Mayo, Denver Arts Festival, Denver Day of Rock, TheBigWonderful and Colfax Marathon. Denver experiences autumn in September and October. This is an ideal time to visit the city if you are looking for a satisfying culinary experience. The temperature ranges from 2 to 24 degree Celsius. You can attend a lot of food-related events during this time like Oktoberfest on Larimer Square, Denver Beer Fest, Denver Food and Wine Festival, The Great American Beer Festival and A Taste of Colorado.

June to August is summer in Denver and is also high season in Denver. You will find a lot of tourists in the city during this time and will have to make sure that you book your flight tickets to Denver in advance, so you get a decent deal. You will also have to book your hotel in Denver well in advance. While June is quite hot, you will witness heavy rainfall in July. Summer is also when you will get to attend a lot of events in the city like Denver Comic Con, PrideFest, Juneteenth, Denver County Fair, Denver BBQ Festival, Colorado Shakespeare Festival and Cherry Creek Arts Festival. The temperature ranges from 11 to 31 degree Celsius. If you are planning a summer trip to Denver, make sure you are well-hydrated and carry extra sunblock, so you don't get sunburnt.

The city experiences winter from November to March, and it is the best time to go skiing or snowboarding near the Rocky Mountain slopes. The temperature ranges from -9 degree to 8 degree Celsius. You can attend events like the Denver Film Festival, Blossoms of Light and National Western Stock Show. While this is not the ideal time to visit Denver, you will find a lot of tourists in search of an adventurous holiday heading to the city. Make sure you pack all your warm clothes because you will witness heavy snowfall in the city in winter.

Places to Visit in Denver

Colorado State Capitol was built in the 1890s and is a replica of the United States Capitol. It is made of white granite, and it has a real gold leaf dome. It is a historic landmark, and you can take a guided tour of the building on weekdays if you are in the mood to go shopping, head over to the 16th Street Mall. You can also opt for a free shuttle service offered by the mall called the MallRide if you are tired of walking since it is a mile-long pedestrian mall. If you are an art lover, you can head over to the Denver Art Museum. The museum has a lot of permanent collections from all around the world and also hosts special exhibits. Do also check out the Hamilton Building in the museum designed by Daniel Libeskind. The Brown Palace is one of the oldest and grand hotels in Denver. It was built in 1892, and its speciality is that it has housed almost every President and a lot of famous dignitaries. It is known for its rejuvenating, top-notch spa and afternoon tea.

Larimer Square is another popular tourist spot in the city that you cannot miss. It is one of the best and most vibrant shopping areas in the city. You will also find a lot of famous restaurants in the city along with elite nightclubs and boutiques. If you are travelling with your family and want your kids to have an educational time as well on the trip, head over to the Denver Mint. It is the largest producer of coins in the world and has been minting money since 1906. You can opt for a guided tour of the mint to get to know more about history. If you are missing the wildlife and marine experience, you can visit the Downtown Aquarium. You must also attend the special Mystic Mermaid live show at the aquarium. The aquarium also has a restaurant that can seat up to 50,000 guests. You can also visit the Denver Zoo that has more than 4000 animals of 650 different species, and you can enjoy exhibits like Toyota Elephant Pagoda, Predator Ridge, Primate Panorama, Giraffe Encounter and many more here. If you want to add some adventure to your trip, head over to Mount Evans Scenic Byway or the Rocky Mountains.

Things to do in Denver

Sign up for a sightseeing tour of the museums in the city if art and history are what attracts you to the city. You can also explore the city on your own without a guide. However, if you are heading to the museums and historical landmarks, it is recommended that you hire a guide. If you are visiting the city in winter, do head to the snow-clad Rocky Mountains to indulge in snowboarding and skiing. You can also go on a hike to the mountains in the other seasons., but avoid it during heavy monsoon. Cherry Creek Shopping District and 16th Street Mall are two very popular tourist spots in the city for you to go on a shopping spree. Denver is known for hosting events throughout the year, and you must attend at least more than one event in the city. You can also sign up for a food tasting tour of the city or plan a trip to the city when there are festivals around culinary excellence happening in the city.

Foods and Restaurants

Denver used to be famous for its steak and Mexican cuisine, but the city now has cuisines from all over the world. Whether you are in the mood for Japanese cuisine or Mediterranean food, you will find everything that your taste buds crave for in Denver. You can also binge on the local specialities like their famous green chilli, stew and the Rocky Mountain oysters. You can either dine at high-end restaurants or try food from the local stalls. You will find a lot of options at Larimer Square, Uptown, LoDo and the Highlands. ELWAY'S is a very popular restaurant at Ritz-Carlton that you must try. You can also try El Taco De Mexico for authentic Mexican food. It also serves the best chilli in the city. If you are a beer lover, Denver is the right place for you. You can visit the Coors Brewery, Wynkoop Brewing Company and My Brother's Bar to grab the best beer along with lip-smacking delicacies.

How to reach Denver

Denver International Airport is the nearest one that serves the city and is the largest airport in North America. The flight connectivity to Denver from India is excellent. American Airlines, Lufthansa and United Airlines are some of the airlines that frequently fly to the city. There are constant layovers at Newark, London, Dallas and so on. If you book in advance, you will get cheap flight tickets to Denver. The Denver airport is well-equipped with WiFi, lounges, restaurants, cafes, shopping areas, smoking areas, children's play areas and a dedicated space for prayers, too. The airport also has an airport shuttle and car rental facilities for passengers and tourists. If you are travelling to the city in the offseason, you will come across great flight deals to Denver online. You can also check out the airport's website to know more about the facilities you can avail.

  About Amsterdam

The capital city of the Netherlands, Amsterdam, is recognised worldwide for its exquisite tourism and artistic heritage. The city is one of the most chill in the world with a culture and lifestyle that resonates well with the city's character. Not to mention how they favour bicycles over cars and other motorcycles. Amsterdam is recognised worldwide for its cultural heritage and tourism.

Best time to visit Amsterdam

Amsterdam's weather can be super notorious throughout the year with its ambiguity, but April to May and September to November are the two seasons that witness the best the city's weather and vibe have to offer. Although summer is considered to be the season when Amsterdam sees a massive population of tourists, the months before and after summers are when you truly get to enjoy the city's pleasant vibe. Summer does see a lovely melange of festivals and events that keep the city busy. With Holland Festival, Amsterdam Gay pride, Jordaan Festival and Taste of Amsterdam taking place in the summer months, many European travellers find this time ideal for a vacation. If you think perhaps the temperatures ranging from 19 degree Celsius and 21 degree Celsius would be tolerable along with excess tourists, you should choose this stretch. Finding or booking a hotel in Amsterdam during the summer (peak season) would be slightly unattainable. But with some good snooping around on the internet, you might be able to get some amazing flight deals to Amsterdam topped with a convenient staycation.

September to November is basically the onset of winter and an ideal season for a vacation in Amsterdam. The temperatures are mild and dangle between 9 degree Celsius to 18 degree Celsius. Plus, the city also witnesses lovely events such as Amsterdam Light Festival, UNESCO World Heritage Weekend, TCS Amsterdam Marathon and Amsterdam Fringe Festival. During this time, you might even be able to get great hotel booking deals in Amsterdam as the establishments tend to slash off prices. It is imperative that you carry necessary layers of clothes and an umbrella as the weather could get unpredictable.

What makes the months April and May a good choice for a trip to Amsterdam is the fact that the tulips bloom and the Keukenhof Flower Garden springs to life. It is one of the highly anticipated events of the year, and many tourists wish to watch the tulips bloom and hence, plan for a trip around this time. Another amazing fact about this weather is how the accommodation rates do not see a spike. In fact, you can actually book a hotel room in Amsterdam during this season without worrying about exorbitant euros you assume you'll have to spend. The months would be like carnivals with events such as Liberation Day, King's Day, National Restaurant Week and of course, Tulip Festival, that take place in the city.

Places to visit in Amsterdam

Amsterdam's laidback lifestyle with all the vice it is associated with, makes travellers wonder if there are any tourist sights and attractions that can be found in the city. Amsterdam does have some of the best and eccentric museums with world-class stature. The Rijksmuseum Museum is the city's largest museum which celebrates the Dutch history and traces their tales from the Netherlands to around the globe. It is most certainly a fascinating place and definitely should be on your itinerary list. A gorgeous museum has been built to honour the works of legendary artist Vincent van Gogh. Visit the Van Gogh Museum and take in his odd yet real take on art and life. You can continue with your history tour and add Anne Frank's House to the list as well. The artefacts within the premise include belongings of the 15-year-old, documents, images and photographs. The list goes incomplete without the addition of Amsterdam's biggest highlight, Keukenhof, also known as the Tulip Garden. The lush fields with multi-hued tulip bulbs are quite a sight that you simply cannot miss during your trip to Amsterdam.

Interestingly, the city also entertains extremely bizarre museums such as the Kattenkabinet (Cat Cabinet) and The Mouse Mansion. The true essence of these places can only be comprehended once you visit them. If the museums get too weird for you, a little detour to attractions such as Concertgebouw (a concert building) and the Royal Palace Amsterdam. You should know that Amsterdam also comes with a coast that touches the Atlantic. You simply cannot miss their beach, Zandvoort, which is not quite far from the city centre. While backpacking and couch-surfing are a big culture in the city, you can book a hotel within Amsterdam and get some good prices for it. The flight tickets to Amsterdam aren't all that expensive, but the trip overall could be steep.

Things to do in Amsterdam

The city has far too many awesome things to do, especially for youngsters and backpackers. The city favours bicycles over any other mode of transport. You can simply rent a bicycle and go on a tour of your own. Explore the Nine Little Streets for alluring canals, boutiques and shopping souvenirs. You can also walk around Leidseplein, which has a plethora of options for entertainment ranging from nightclubs to casinos to quaint coffee shops. The city's hub has everything, including hotel bookings in Amsterdam. You can book your stay in the city centre, or you can take up hostel life and make friends with complete strangers. Similarly, you can also take a personal trip to Jordaan with a guide or a map. The neighbourhood thrives with lovely eateries and gorgeous Brouwersgracht, Prinsengracht, Leidsegracht and Lijnbaansgracht canals. It is an experience that certainly cannot be replaced with any kind of sentiment.

You can also take up cruise trips that leave from the city and sometimes even return on the same day. Depending on what travel package you have chosen, you can accordingly head out of the city on a cruise. You can also take your bicycles or book a tour of the city's countryside with charming cottages and lush green expanses. There are boat tours that traverse from the canals of Amsterdam. The impressive canal system is quite interesting, especially if you pass through it.

Food and Restaurants in Amsterdam

A quintessential Dutch cuisine includes the traditional raw herring, Dutch pancakes with stuffed or topped bacon/blueberries, krokets, bitterballen, poffertjes and erwtensoep, to name a few dishes. They are a melange of the meals as well as savouries. However, Amsterdam is not known for Dutch delicacies, at least not when it comes to fine dining experiences for tourists. The city celebrates food as multi-ethnic cultures coagulate with their best cuisine. Amsterdam is a haven of multitudes of international cuisine. Interestingly, the city actually has thriving Indonesian restaurants in the city. Places such as Restaurant Blauw, Restaurant Jun and Sampurna are some of the Indonesian establishments that have made quite an impact on the city's food culture.

In fact, many of the locals also prefer the array of meals from around the world over their own traditional Dutch food. The de Pijp neighbourhood is actually quite famous among millennials and backpackers as the place serves some of the cheapest and tastiest food. Many of the tourists who visit Amsterdam are predominantly backpackers or solo travellers. Hence, they prefer to keep a set budget for their expenses, this majorly caters towards them being careful around extravagant spending on food. However, if you wish to splurge on a lavish dining experience, you should try out Negen Straatjes (Nine Streets) where you'll find some of the most exquisite fine dining establishments. In fact, you will also be pampered with world-class quality cuisine and hospitality at restaurants located in the Reguliersdwarsstraat areas. Elandshgracht Street is another amazing space in Amsterdam that boasts top-notch food. Overall, food will not be a big disappointment to you. You should also check out Distillery 't Nieuwe Diep to get a whiff of the lovely Dutch gin.

How to reach Amsterdam (Transportation)

The Amsterdam Airport has immaculate flight connectivity from India. As one of the most visited cities in the world from the country, Amsterdam is constantly on demand. Many Indians flock over to the beautiful and quaint city regularly, making the availability of flights also easier. In fact, there are regular flights that fly to Amsterdam from India. There are direct flights also that fly to Amsterdam from India. Operated by KLM Royal Dutch Airlines and British Airways, these flights fly to Amsterdam on a regular basis and have great flight connectivity. Depending on the availability of cheap flight tickets, it is determined whether you will be able to snag a nonstop flight to Amsterdam from India or if you will have to book a connecting flight or one with long durations of a layover.

Flights to the Netherlands from India use the Middle Eastern international routes to reach Amsterdam. Usually, layovers take place in cities such as Munich, Zurich and Paris. Sometimes even Brussels witnesses flights coming in from India with Amsterdam as the final stop. In India, the most popular route to Amsterdam is from Mumbai as the flight connectivity, a number of flights and even nonstop and direct flights are easily available port city.