Amsterdam City Centre Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Amsterdam City Centre
Amsterdam City Centre
Amsterdam City Centre
Amsterdam City Centre
Amsterdam City Centre

Popular places to visit

Dam Square

Dam Square

Visit Amsterdam’s lively central square, a venue that’s seen both protests and celebrations.

Dam Square
Anne Frank House

Anne Frank House

See where this courageous Jewish teenager and her family hid from the Nazis during World War II, and where she penned her famous diary.

Anne Frank House
Leidseplein

Leidseplein

This lively square is an entertainment hub bursting with lively bars and restaurants, theatres and music venues, as well as engaging street performers.

Leidseplein
Rembrandt Square

Rembrandt Square

You can find out about the history of Amsterdam with a stop at Rembrandt Square. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.

Rembrandt Square
The 9 Streets

The 9 Streets

During your trip to Amsterdam, you can do some window-shopping at The 9 Streets. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

The 9 Streets
Amsterdam Museum

Amsterdam Museum

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Amsterdam Museum during your travels in Amsterdam. Experience the great live music and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.

Amsterdam Museum

Activities

Amsterdam: Van Gogh Museum Ticket

Amsterdam: Van Gogh Museum Ticket

AU$46
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Amsterdam: Van Gogh Museum Ticket
90 Minute Blue Boat Company Evening Cruise

90 Minute Blue Boat Company Evening Cruise

AU$32
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
90 Minute Blue Boat Company Evening Cruise
Day Trip to Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam and Marken from Amsterdam

Day Trip to Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam and Marken from Amsterdam

AU$63
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Day Trip to Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam and Marken from Amsterdam
Dutch Countryside Tour with Windmills, Volendam & Marken

Volendam, Marken & Windmills Day Trip from Amsterdam

AU$67
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Volendam, Marken & Windmills Day Trip from Amsterdam
Amsterdam: 1-Hour Canal Cruise from Central Station

Amsterdam: 1-Hour Canal Cruise from Central Station

AU$31
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Amsterdam: 1-Hour Canal Cruise from Central Station
Old peatdiggers house Giethoorn

Giethoorn, Zaanse Schans Windmills Guided Day Trip from Amsterdam

AU$169
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Giethoorn, Zaanse Schans Windmills Guided Day Trip from Amsterdam
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Our pick of the best Amsterdam City Centre Hotel Deals

Eden Hotel Amsterdam

Eden Hotel Amsterdam

4.5 out of 5
Amstel 144, Amsterdam
The price is AU$309 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$309
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Amsterdam. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,480 reviews)
"Nice quiet hotel. No restaurant but you can buy a great breakfast buffet pkg when checking in. Also purchased a discounted 1 hr canal cruise. Ask for the bay window room on floor one."

Reviewed on 30 Jul. 2025

Eden Hotel Amsterdam
Anantara Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky Amsterdam

Anantara Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky Amsterdam

5 out of 5
Dam 9, Amsterdam
The price is AU$709 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
AU$709
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Amsterdam. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Beautiful propert, courteous and helpful staff. Would definitely stay here again. Excellent gym, fine dining. Very central and convenient location to all Amsterdam has to offer"

Reviewed on 31 Jul. 2025

Anantara Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky Amsterdam
Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam

Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam

4.5 out of 5
Damrak 1-5, Amsterdam
The price is AU$423 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$423
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Amsterdam. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,147 reviews)
Nice stay with a challenge
"Nice room. A little difficult to get to and from with our luggage."

Reviewed on 1 Aug. 2025

Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam
Clayton Hotel Amsterdam American

Clayton Hotel Amsterdam American

4.5 out of 5
Leidsekade, 97, Amsterdam, North Holland
The price is AU$354 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$354
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Amsterdam. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"Great location. Walkable, and tram nearby to go everywhere. Got early checkin (arrived at hotel at 10:30am and room was ready). Very friendly staff"

Reviewed on 1 Aug. 2025

Clayton Hotel Amsterdam American
ibis Amsterdam Centre

ibis Amsterdam Centre

3 out of 5
Stationsplein 49, Amsterdam
The price is AU$249 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$249
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Amsterdam. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,817 reviews)
"Very clean"

Reviewed on 31 Jul. 2025

ibis Amsterdam Centre
citizenM Amstel Amsterdam

citizenM Amstel Amsterdam

4 out of 5
Sarphatistraat 47, Amsterdam
The price is AU$304 per night from 7 Aug to 8 Aug
AU$304
7 Aug - 8 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Amsterdam. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (754 reviews)
"First time at a CitizenM property. We loved the experience. Would recommend to all."

Reviewed on 2 Aug. 2025

citizenM Amstel Amsterdam
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Other neighbourhoods around Amsterdam City Centre

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Red Light District

Dam Square and Oude Kerk are just a few worthwhile attractions to visit in Red Light District. Travellers also love the fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries.

Red Light District
Dam Square which includes street scenes, heritage architecture and a city

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 Warmoesstraat are major draws. Catch the metro at Dam Stop or Nieuwezijds Kolk Stop to see more of the city.

Old Town Amsterdam
Amsterdam showing street scenes, a river or creek and a 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.

Binnenstad
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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.

Nieuwmarkt en Lastage
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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.

Grachtengordel-Zuid
Amsterdam featuring a river or creek, boating and a city

Canal Ring

4.5/5(82 area reviews)

Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Canal Ring. Check out top attractions like Reguliersdwarsstraat and Flower Market, and jump on the metro at Muntplein Tram Stop or Rembrandtplein Stop to see more of the city.

Canal Ring

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