Zaandam & Haarlem

09:30 | Inntel Hotel - Zaandam

This hotel is famous for its eclectic architecture, depicting historical buildings seen throughout the area.

10:00 | Zaandam

Wandered around Zaandam a bit
Monet’s workshop where he lived for four months and completed 25 paintings
The locks
A building in Dam Square
The famous blue house painted by Monet in 1871.

10:45 | Zaanse Schans

A historic village known for its windmills.
The original Albert Heijn — a popular grocery store here — from 1887.
Elaborate clogs that were often made as wedding gifts.

13:00 | Haarlem

The major town in a flower bulb growing district.

14:00 | Jopen Brewing

Had some beer and a snack at the local brewery.

16:30 | Amsterdam

Went to the flower market and visited the canals.
Lots of varieties at the flower market
They were having a light festival in the canals.