Day Trip to Zaanse Schans Windmill Village from Amsterdam

See the historic windmills of Zaanse Schans on a day trip from Amsterdam. This magical Dutch village contains eight mills, mostly relocated here from around the country, that give a fascinating glimpse into what life was like in 18th- and 19th-century Holland. Not only that, the colorful wooden facades and sails of these mustard, oil, dye and saw mills will jazz up your Instagram feed no end, particularly in spring when the grounds are carpeted with a rainbow of tulips.

There’s plenty to see and do alongside the iconic windmills. Your pass includes a tasting session at the cheese factory and a visit to the traditional clog-making workshop. There are also several more museums to explore, including the Zaans Museum, where interactive exhibits tell the story of the village’s past, and the 17th-century bakery – still in operation – where you can sample traditional duivekater, a sweet bread that’s best served with coffee and lashings of butter!