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THIS IS HOLLAND: the flight experience in Amsterdam

THIS IS HOLLAND combines storytelling, film and moving seats to create the feeling of flying above the Netherlands. The experience lasts about an hour in total and begins with an introduction that sets the scene before you reach the main flight room.

If you are searching for THIS IS HOLLAND tickets or how to get to THIS IS HOLLAND, the attraction is close to Amsterdam Central Station, so it is easy to reach on foot or public transport from the centre. The exact address, your entry time and the meeting point are on your voucher.

The shows: how the Dutch shaped their land

Before the flight you watch engaging presentations about how the Dutch have shaped their country for centuries. Much of the Netherlands lies at or below sea level, so windmills, canals, dikes and pumping systems were needed to keep the water back, and these shows explain the ideas behind them in a clear, visual way.

This introduction gives the landscapes a meaning. When you later see windmills and reclaimed land from above, you understand why they are there. It also helps younger visitors follow the story, and it is a useful short course in Dutch history for travellers who are new to the country.

The flight: windmills, tulips, canals and coast

The flight itself is the highlight. You sit in a row of seats that lift your feet off the ground beneath a huge domed screen and glide over Amsterdam's canals, colourful tulip fields in bloom, the windmills of Kinderdijk, which are a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and along the coast and the Wadden Sea.

Special effects add to the sensation: wind in your hair, a fine mist on your face and scents that match the scenery below. It shows in a few minutes what would take days to see on the ground, which is why THIS IS HOLLAND is a popular choice when time in the Netherlands is short or the weather is poor.

Is THIS IS HOLLAND worth it? Rules, timing and tips

Is THIS IS HOLLAND worth it? It is a good choice for families, couples and first-time visitors who want a memorable overview of the Netherlands, and it works well on a rainy day or before you decide which regions to visit. For safety, it has height and health rules: visitors must be at least 100 cm tall and at least 4 years old, and children aged 5 to 12 must sit next to an accompanying adult.

The flight is not suitable if you are pregnant, have a history of heart or circulatory problems, recent back or neck surgery or epilepsy. The best time to visit THIS IS HOLLAND is a weekday or an earlier slot, as afternoons and weekends fill first. THIS IS HOLLAND opening hours and slots change by season, so check your date in the booking panel.