The Venice of the North, Amsterdam's attractions can read like a heady cocktail in honour of a rock'n'roll lifestyle. Besides the famed red-light areas where window-shopping takes on a whole new meaning and the coffee bars that are more popular for their other wares, Amsterdam is also home to hundreds of great bars and clubs. Style bars, cocktail bars, bistros, restaurants and casinos a night out in Leidseplein or Rembrandtplein will lead you into the small hours. Oh, and if you want to rest your liver, don't forget to visit the Van Gogh museum.