Museum Quarter Travel Guide
Amsterdam
Visit Museum Quarter
Popular places to visit
Van Gogh Museum
This modern museum houses the world’s largest collection of the legendary Dutch master painter who led a troubled life and never saw his work become famous.
Rijksmuseum
This palatial building full of Dutch paintings and international artifacts is the country’s largest public-funded museum.
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.
Heineken Experience
Learn how a well-known Dutch beer is made, then drink a sample at this famous former brewery.
Museum Square
In the heart of cultural Amsterdam explore one of Amsterdam’s famous art museums, enjoy the thrills of a live event, or just relax on the grass of this park.
Holland Casino
Enjoy a night of gambling at Amsterdam’s biggest casino: try your luck at roulette, learn a Dutch game of dice, watch a show, and enjoy a meal.
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
Amsterdam: 1-Hour Canal Cruise with audioguide
Amsterdam: Evening (Sunset) Canal Cruise with Bar on Board
Amsterdam: Dutch Mini Pancakes (Poffertjes)
Top hotels in Museum Quarter
Clayton Hotel Amsterdam American
Cute hotel located right by the tram and walking distance to many places. Staff is kind and very helpful!
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
S&A Vondel Park Hotel
Place was okay. Our room was very small and missing finishing touches.
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Park Centraal Amsterdam, part of Sircle Collection
The hotel is in excellent position, right next to Rijksmuseum, trams station, high end shopping stores, and many eateries neatby. Staff are very friendly and professional. Rooms are clean and quiet. Definitely recommend to friends and family. Will stay again when we come back next time.
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Amsterdam Marriott Hotel
very nice hotel. Good staff, clean rooms, comfortable. Would stay again.
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
The Flying Pig Uptown Hostel
I think including some deli meats to the breakfast would be nice and making sure the hard boiled eggs were cooked thoroughly would be nice.
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Leonardo Hotel Amsterdam Museum Quarter
The room was a bit small, but I was solo so not that bad. Staff was excellent, very helpful and always had a smile. Location was perfect, very convenient and close to many atteactions.. I didnt get a chance to taste the food. I would stay again and recommend this hotel.
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Museum Quarter
De Weteringschans
While you're in De Weteringschans, take in top sights like Utrechtsestraat or Paradiso, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Vijzelgracht Station or Weteringcircuit Stop.
Oud-Zuid
Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Oud-Zuid. Check out top attractions like Van Gogh Museum and Concertgebouw, and jump on the metro at Emmastraat Tram Stop or Gerrit van der Veenstraat Stop to see more of the city.
Oude Pijp
While you're in Oude Pijp, take in top sights like Albert Cuyp Market or Heineken Experience, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Marie Heinekenplein Stop or 2e van der Helststraat Stop.
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.
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.
De Pijp
Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in De Pijp. Top attractions like Albert Cuyp Market and Former Town Hall of Nieuwer-Amstel are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Cornelis Troostplein Stop or v. Hilligaertstraat Tram Stop to see more of the city.
