Amsterdam City Centre Travel Guide
Amsterdam
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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 fascinating museums 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 acclaimed art galleries 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
Amsterdam: 1-Hour Canal Cruise from Central Station
Blue Boat Company - 75 minute City Canal Cruise
Amsterdam: Evening Canal Cruise with (Open) Bar on Board
Amsterdam: Premium Henri Willig Cheese Tasting Experience
Amsterdam: Dutch WWII Resistance Museum Entry Ticket
Zaanse Schans: Windmill & Museum Entry Ticket w/ Audio Guide
Top hotels in Amsterdam City Centre
Anantara Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky Amsterdam
Spotless room, slept good. Staff were great. Early check in which is rare in europe.
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Amsterdam Centraal Station
Lovely customer service, EXCELLENT breakfast, lovey rooms! Will definitely stay here again!!
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam
Staff were so welcoming, superb choice at breakfast, great location for trams and trains. Room overlooking canal and spotlessly clean
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Hotel Old Quarter
I slept to that hotel 2x . Hotel was noisy, rooms were small but that doesn’t bother us. Room was absolutely spotless. I would recommend to ask for the top floor is quieter there
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
Hotel Estheréa
Staff and decor
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Rho Hotel
Friendly staff. Excellent location with Dam Square literally 2 seconds away. Room was clean. Breakfast was a typical European hotel breakfast with loads to choose from. From outside it doesn’t look much but when you walk inside it’s huge
Reviewed on 29 Jan 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 BODY WORLDS Amsterdam 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 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.
