Eastern Docklands Travel Guide
Amsterdam
Visit Eastern Docklands
Popular places to visit
Museum Perron Oost
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Museum Perron Oost in Amsterdam. Make time for the shops and cycling trails in this vibrant area.
Muziekgebouw aan 't IJ
Two music venues in one present enthralling live performances in a modern artistic palace, looking out over the waters of Amsterdam’s scenic IJ river.
Pakhuis De Zwijger
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Pakhuis De Zwijger during your travels in Amsterdam. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this vibrant area.
Bimhuis Theater
You can get tickets for a performance at Bimhuis Theater during your stay in Amsterdam. Discover the acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.
The Whale
Learn about the local history of Amsterdam when you take a trip to The Whale. Discover the fascinating museums in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.
Persmuseum
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Persmuseum in Amsterdam. Discover the fascinating museums in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.
Things to do
Blue Boat Company - 75 minute City Canal Cruise
Volendam, Marken & Windmills Day Trip from Amsterdam
Amsterdam: The 'Hollandsche Manege' Stables Entry Ticket
Day Trip to Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam and Marken from Amsterdam
Amsterdam: 1-Hour Canal Cruise with audioguide
Top hotels in Eastern Docklands
The Hoxton, Lloyd Amsterdam
"I was very happy with the hotel. We had a nice bunk room for our boys which they loved. It’s an Uber ride to most of the sights but the hotel amenities make up for that. Staff was very nice and the hotel has a very cool vibe"
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Mövenpick Hotel Amsterdam City Centre
"Clean modern & friendly staffs close to everywhere"
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Hotel Jakarta Amsterdam
"From the outside, Hotel Jakarta Amsterdam doesn’t immediately impress in fact, my first reaction was disappointment. But my daughter gently said, “Mum, wait until we get inside.” And she was absolutely right. The moment we stepped through the doors, everything changed. The interior is stunning: beautifully ..."
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Holiday Inn - the niu, Fender Amsterdam by IHG
"It was nice"
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Hotel ibis Schiphol Amsterdam Airport
"Perfect"
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
citizenM Schiphol Airport
"The bar was broken. Could not pour a Heineken. Barman was fully occupied with this problem and therefore was very inattentive wrt ordering food, printing off a receipt. Room 429 has black marks all over the wall behind the sink. Bed and floor were clean"
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Eastern Docklands
Amsterdam City Centre
Known for its fascinating museums, charming cafes and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Amsterdam City Centre. Top attractions like Dam Square and Nieuwmarkt Square are major draws. Catch the metro at Nieuwmarkt Station or Waterlooplein Station to see more of the city.
Jordaan
Get to know Jordaan and its many features like its breweries and churches. You might want to explore sights like Johnny Jordaanplein / Beeld Johnny Jordaan and Houseboat Museum, and you can jump on the metro at Bloemgracht Stop or Rozengracht Stop to get around 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.
Museum Quarter
Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Museum Quarter. Check out top attractions like Van Gogh Museum and Rijksmuseum, and jump on the metro at Van Baerlestraat Stop or Concertgebouw Tram Stop to see more of the city.
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.
