Volendam and Zaanse Schans are popular destinations for a daytrip from Amsterdam. But don't worry that you'll have the same experience. If Zaanse Schans is all about windmills, Volendam is an all-out fishing village. If you have time, you should definitely visit both places. If you had to pick one, we would go for Zaanse Schans. Unless you have already been or planning to visit Kinderdijk. In that case, we'd recommend you visit Volendam.