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 acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.
Nemo Science Museum
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Nemo Science Museum during your travels in Amsterdam. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.
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
Anne Frank's Story - Guided Walking Tour through Amsterdam
Amsterdam: The 'Hollandsche Manege' Stables Entry Ticket
Volendam, Marken & Windmills Day Trip from Amsterdam
Blue Boat Company - 75 minute City Canal Cruise
Day Trip to Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam and Marken from Amsterdam
Top hotels in Amsterdam City Centre
Anantara Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky Amsterdam
"Excellent hotel!"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam
"The hotel is very well located."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Leonardo Eden Hotel Amsterdam City Center
"Great hotel! Amazing breakfast! Friendly and helpful staff! Eric and Minone were fantastic! Helpful throughout my stay!!"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Grand Hotel Amrâth Amsterdam
"We stayed at the hotel last year and had a wonderful, spacious room with canal view. This year, I booked a regular room and was disappointed as soon as I opened the curtain to a view of vents and walls. The pool and hottub were both out of order, which is disappointing when you boik a5-star hotel ..."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Rho Hotel
"The hotel was perfect for our needs as a place to relax and sleep after a day of sightseeing. It was clean, basic, air-conditioned, and very well situated. The decor needs an uplift however. The staff was superb! They gave fantastic suggestions for restaurants and they were friendly and very helpful. ..."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
NYX Hotel Amsterdam Rembrandt Square
"I really enjoyed my stay. My room was comfortable and clean. The only thing I had issues with is the room was very dark. I hope there are rooms that have a little more light. Location is great and the staff is lovely."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 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 Leidseplein 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 National Monument 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 Flower Market, 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.
