Bijlmer-Oost 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.

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

Amsterdam: 1-Hour Canal Cruise from Central Station

Amsterdam: Henri Willig Cheese Tasting Experience

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 Bijlmer-Oost

citizenM Schiphol Airport
Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

Mövenpick Hotel Amsterdam City Centre
Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

Ruby Emma Hotel Amsterdam
Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

Hotel ibis Schiphol Amsterdam Airport
Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025

citizenM Amsterdam South
Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam
Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Bijlmer-Oost

Zuidoost
Known for its ample dining options and great live music, there's plenty to explore in Zuidoost. You can visit top attractions like AFAS Live and Johan Cruyff Arena, and jump on the metro at Gaasperplas Station or Kraaiennest Station to see more of the city.

Amsterdam East
Amsterdam East is highly notable for its fantastic nightlife, and you might want to visit top sights like Passenger Terminal Amsterdam and Muziekgebouw aan 't IJ. See more of Amsterdam by jumping on the metro at Molukkenstraat Stop or Soembawastraat 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.

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.

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.

Amsterdam South
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Amsterdam South. Spend some time visiting top spots like Van Gogh Museum, and catch the metro at Boelelaan - Vrije Universiteit Stop or Parnassusweg Stop to see more of the area.