Transvaalbuurt Travel Guide
Amsterdam
Visit Transvaalbuurt
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.
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.
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.
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.
Vondelpark
One of the oldest and largest public parks in Amsterdam is a relaxing place to rest, have lunch or watch a performance after visiting the nearby museums.
Things to do
Anne Frank's Story - Guided Walking Tour through Amsterdam
Amsterdam: 1-Hour Canal Cruise from Central Station
Blue Boat Company - 75 minute City Canal Cruise
Zaanse Schans: Windmill & Museum Entry Ticket w/ Audio Guide
Amsterdam: ARTIS Royal Zoo Entry Ticket
Top hotels in Transvaalbuurt
citizenM Schiphol Airport
Wouldn't want to stay more than 1 or 2 nights, but fine
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
Ruby Emma Hotel Amsterdam
The green and sustainability aspect of the hotel. It’s clean, friendly and comfortable. Very convenient, just 6 stops of metro to central.
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Kimpton De Witt Amsterdam by IHG
Staff was great from checking in to checking out. Would stay there again. Excellent location
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Park Centraal Amsterdam, part of Sircle Collection
Wonderful hotel. Room decent size and spec for a city centre. Breakfast buffet small but exactly what was required. Location is fantastic, staff were wonderful and very helpful. Will stay again
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Hotel ibis Schiphol Amsterdam Airport
Amazing
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
citizenM Amsterdam South
Spotless room, helpful staff, easy check-in and check-out
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Transvaalbuurt
Weesperbuurt
While you're in Weesperbuurt, take in top sights like Royal Theater Carre or Magere Brug, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Weesperplein Station or Korte 's-Gravesandestraat Stop.
Amsterdam East
Amsterdam East is highly notable for its fantastic nightlife, and you might want to visit top sights like Passenger Terminal Amsterdam and Blijburg Beach. See more of Amsterdam by jumping on the metro at Molukkenstraat Stop or Soembawastraat Stop.
De Weteringschans
While you're in De Weteringschans, take in top sights like Paradiso or Holland Casino, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Vijzelgracht Station or Weteringcircuit Stop.
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 De Dageraad are major draws, and you can catch the metro at v. Hilligaertstraat Tram Stop or Cornelis Troostplein 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.
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.
