Tourism is a major business in the Netherlands. Visitors go mainly to Amsterdam, although cities such as Groningen and Maastricht are growing in popularity. Amsterdam caters for a diverse tourism market. Its world- famous museums include the Rijksmuseum, with its collection of Vermeers and Rembrandts. Amsterdam is also renowned as the sex capital of Europe. Its liberal traditions and red-light district draw millions every year. In the past decade, the city has also become a center for the European gay community. A thriving club scene and liberal drug laws have brought an increase in partyers from neighboring countries. Special trains from Brussels to the IT CLUB CARRY THOUSANDS EVERY WEEK DURING THE SUMMER.
IN SPRING AND SUMMER, THE TULIP FIELDS AND NORTH SEA BEACHES ATTRACT LARGE NUMBERS OF VISITORS.
