15 days in Amsterdam, The Hague & Rotterdam Itinerary

Known as one of the greatest small cities in the world, Amsterdam charms visitors with its cool and cozy atmosphere.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Amsterdam: Haarlem (Hofje van Oorschot, Frans Hals Museum, &more). There's lots more to do: explore the world behind art at Van Gogh Museum, engage your brain at NEMO Science Museum, sample the tasty concoctions at Heineken Experience, and wander the streets of Red Light District.

For more things to do, traveler tips, reviews, and tourist information, refer to the Amsterdam vacation planner.

Tehran, Iran to Amsterdam is an approximately 10-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Tehran to Amsterdam, you'll gain 2.5 hours due to the time zone difference. When traveling from Tehran in August, plan for much colder days in Amsterdam, with highs around 26°C, while nights are little chillier with lows around 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Fri) so you can drive to The Hague.

Known as the "judicial capital of the world," The Hague is the center for everything official in the Netherlands: the home of the Dutch government and parliament, the workplace of the King and Queen, and the base of many international affairs such as the International Court of Justice and the International Criminal Court.

On the 17th (Fri), make a trip to Markt. On the 18th (Sat), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: take an in-depth tour of Panorama Mesdag, then find something for the whole family at Madurodam, then examine the collection at Louwman Museum The Hague, and finally don't miss a visit to Beestenmarkt.

For photos, traveler tips, and other tourist information, use the The Hague online day trip planner.

Drive from Amsterdam to The Hague in an hour. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In August in The Hague, expect temperatures between 24°C during the day and 15°C at night. On the 20th (Mon), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to Rotterdam.

Located in the South Holland province, Rotterdam is one of the Netherlands' most lively cities, as well as one of the largest trading ports in the world.

Step out of Rotterdam to go to Kinderdijk and see World Heritage Kinderdijk, which is approximately 32 minutes away. The adventure continues: see the interesting displays at Royal Delft - Koninklijke Porceleyne Fles, snap pictures at Erasmus Bridge, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Nieuwe Kerk, and admire the landmark architecture of De Rotterdam.

To see photos, where to stay, traveler tips, and tourist information, you can read our Rotterdam road trip planner.

Traveling by car from The Hague to Rotterdam takes an hour. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. August in Rotterdam sees daily highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C at night. You'll have a few hours on the 23rd (Thu) to wrap things up before traveling home.