Amsterdam City Centre Travel Guide
Amsterdam
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Popular places to visit
Dam Square
Amsterdam’s iconic square, with its cobbled stones and grand historical buildings, is a lively gathering place and venue for protests and celebrations.
Anne Frank House
See where this brave and famous Jewish teenager hid from the Nazis during World War II and recorded her world-famous diary.
Leidseplein
This lively square in the heart of Amsterdam’s cultural district offers dining and entertainment, with an array of theater, movie, music, comedy and street performances.
Rembrandt Square
You can find out about the history of Amsterdam with a stop at Rembrandt Square. Discover the great live music in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.
ARTIS
Why not visit the animals who call ARTIS home during your trip to Amsterdam? Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this vibrant area.
Flower Market
Enjoy the colors and fragrance of typical Dutch flowers, or buy bulbs and souvenirs while browsing the floating flower stalls on one of Amsterdam’s oldest canals.
Things to do
Day Trip to Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam and Marken from Amsterdam
Zaanse Schans: Windmill & Museum Entry Ticket w/ Audio Guide
Amsterdam: The 'Hollandsche Manege' Stables Entry Ticket
Moco Museum: Banksy, Basquiat, Warhol, Kusama & More
Amsterdam: 1-Hour Canal Cruise with audioguide
Blue Boat Company - 75 minute City Canal Cruise
Top hotels in Amsterdam City Centre
DoubleTree by Hilton Amsterdam Centraal Station
Very nice staff. Standard Nice Hotel.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam
Amazing staff, great staff especially the maître d’hôtel at the restaurant. What a great addition to the team
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Rho Hotel
Clean room , staff helpful and friendly , air conditioning kept the room at a comfortable temperature
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Room Mate Aitana, Amsterdam
We enjoyed our stay!! Great location. Beautiful view from our room. Spacious room and felt refreshing to have all that space which is luxury in Europe. Staff was the best part of the hotel. They were kind, happy, and always eager to help. Unfortunately, two days in a row the hotel elevators were ...
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Kimpton De Witt Amsterdam by IHG
Excellent hotel in prime location! Free bikes so you can explore more! Staff is super friendly gave me a little note and chocolate as well as a late check out so this was much appreciated as I had a late flight. We also had drinks at the Lyan bar which has funky vibes and great cocktails. There is ...
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Inntel Hotels Amsterdam Centre
The cups smelled terrible . It was so bad that I could t eat there though there was a sufficient amount of choice. I lost my appetite after cleaning numerous amo
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Amsterdam City Centre
Red Light District
Oude Kerk and Warmoesstraat are just a few worthwhile attractions to visit in Red Light District. Travellers also love the fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries.
Old Town Amsterdam
Known for its fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Old Town Amsterdam. Top attractions like Dam Square and Warmoesstraat are major draws. Catch the metro at Dam Stop or Nieuwezijds Kolk Stop to see more of the city.
Binnenstad
If you're spending time in Binnenstad, check out sights like Dam Square or Madame Tussauds and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Dam Stop or Paleisstraat Tram Stop.
Nieuwmarkt en Lastage
If you're spending time in Nieuwmarkt en Lastage, check out sights like Nemo Science Museum or Nieuwmarkt Square and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Nieuwmarkt Station or Mr. Visserplein Stop.
Canal Ring
Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Canal Ring. Check out top attractions like Reguliersdwarsstraat and Theater Tuschinski, and jump on the metro at Muntplein Tram Stop or Rembrandtplein Stop to see more of the city.
Grachtengordel-Zuid
While you're in Grachtengordel-Zuid, take in top sights like Reguliersdwarsstraat or Flower Market, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Muntplein Tram Stop or Rembrandtplein Stop.
