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When many people think of Amsterdam, its many decidedly adult-oriented attractions immediately spring to mind. Thanks to the notoriety of the city's lax marijuana laws and its infamous Red Light district, many parents skip over Amsterdam altogether when planning a holiday that includes the kids. This is unfortunate, though, because Amsterdam has a delightful array of family-oriented attractions for children of all ages to enjoy. If you'd like to spend some time in Amsterdam with your children, keep the following kid-friendly options in mind. Canal Cruises - Amsterdam's canals are some of its most endearing features, and canal cruises are immensely popular. The vast majority of children aren't going to turn up their noses at the chance to travel on an open-topped boat, so why not spend a few hours with the kids on a canal cruise? For best results, wait for a fair weather day to do so - then sit back and enjoy the awe and excitement that your kids are bound to display as the boat ferries you around some of Amsterdam's most intriguing sights. NEMO - If one thing's for sure, it's this: Amsterdam is chock full of museums. To be sure, many of those museums won't hold the average child's attention or interest for very long; the NEMO museum is one definite exception. This hands-on science and technology museum will thrill children of all ages, with four floors of exhibits that are geared and designed specifically for the under-18 set. Whether it's a rainy day or not, NEMO is always a great choice. Kinderkookkafe (Children's Cook Cafe) - Amsterdam is known for being a bit on the quirky side; children can get a taste of that by visiting the Kinderkookkafe. At this popular Amsterdam spot, kids don chef's hatd and dish up meals all by themselves. This role reversal delights children of all ages, and makes for many prime photo opportunities as well. Vondelpark - Amsterdam's equivalent of New York's Central Park or London's Hyde Park is its Vondelpark, which is a topnotch place to while away an afternoon with the kids when in the city. Centrally located near many Amsterdam hotels, Vondelpark is dotted with playgrounds that kids of all ages will adore; its Groot Melkhuis play area is a definite standout. With several hotels in Amsterdam within easy walking distance, Vondelpark is easy to find and a lot of fun for the whole family.
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