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.
Concertgebouw
You can get tickets for a performance at Concertgebouw during your stay in Amsterdam. Make time for the shops and cycling trails in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Amsterdam: Open Boat Cruise option Unlimited Drinks & Bite
Amsterdam: Van Gogh Museum Ticket
Amsterdam: Exclusive Heineken Experience VIP Tour Ticket
Blue Boat Company - 75 minute City Canal Cruise
Amsterdam: Moco Museum Entrance Tickets with Banksy & More
Amsterdam Combo: Van Gogh Museum & 1-Hour Canal Cruise
Top hotels in Museum Quarter
Clayton Hotel Amsterdam American
Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025
Park Centraal Amsterdam, part of Sircle Collection
Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025
Leonardo Boutique Museumhotel
Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025
THE FRITZ HOTEL Amsterdam
Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025
Krisotel
Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025
BackStage Hotel Amsterdam
Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Museum Quarter
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.
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.
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 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 Cornelis Troostplein Stop or v. Hilligaertstraat Tram Stop to see more of the city.
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