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Vermeer Windmill
What to do
Pella Historical Village and Vermeer Windmill More than 20 historical buildings surround a courtyard. A tour of the windmill includes a step onto a ledge just below the mill’s turning blades. (641) 628-2409; pellatuliptime.com
Tulip Time Put on your clogs. Pella marks the 78th anniversary of its Tulip Time festival with a variety of Dutch-inspired events and food and thousands of pretty blooms May 2–4, 2013. Free. (641) 628-4311; pellatuliptime.com
Where to eat
Jaarsma Bakery Don’t miss the almond-paste-filled Dutch letters at this iconic pastry shop. (641) 628-2940; jaarsmabakery.com
Where to stay
Royal Amsterdam Hotel This European-style lodging in downtown overlooks a small plaza and canal. From $79. (877) 954-8400; royalamsterdam.com
