Amsterdam stole our hearts in just 5 hours! On a long layover with our kids, we turned a quick stop into an epic family adventure. Straight from Schiphol Airport, we jumped on a train (25 minutes, super easy!) and arrived in Amsterdam's buzzing center.
Stepping out of Central Station, we were greeted baby those. iconic canal houses and shimmering. waterways - picture perfect!
With limited time, we skipped the museums, (sorry, Van Gogh!) and booked a stroopwaffle-making class through Trip Advisor which was our best decision ever! Our guide was awesome, teaching us how to mix. the dough, press it in hot waffle irons, and spread gooey caramel filling.
The kids loved dipping their creations in rich chocolate - talk about a sweet reward! It was hand-on, delicious, and a total hit for our museum-weary crew.
Post-waffle sugar high, we strolled through the. Bloemenmarkt flower market snapping pics of colorful tulips and window shopped through quirky souvenirs from eclectic shops.
Every corner had charm! Before heading back to the train, we soaked in the lively vibe one last time. This quick Amsterdam escape was the perfect, memory-packed end to our Europe trip!
