Royal Palace- Amsterdam, Netherlands
Royal Palace of Amsterdam (and Landon in the stroller) Just a short walk from Amsterdam Central Station is Dam Square and the Royal Palace of Amsterdam. With the entry fee, a free audio guide is provided that explains the main rooms and purposes of the building, and directs guests on a tour. I appreciated that this is one of three Royal palaces that the royal family actually uses, and it was open to the public to wander around the first two floors! The stately citizen's hall Atlas with the world on his back Originally, this building was a town hall where the local government operated. It was built in the 17th century and the architect was inspired by Roman architecture. At that time in the Dutch Golden Age, Amsterdam was the most important city for trade in the world. In order to get to the 2nd floor where the tour began with my stroller and sleeping baby, I had to ask for a special escort that made sure I stayed on the tourist floors. The elevators were hidden ...