Amsterdam North Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Amsterdam North
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Cross the river IJ to find one of Amsterdam’s most artistic and innovative neighbourhoods, with trendy facilities and art hubs in former warehouses and ultra-modern buildings.

Rent a bike and hop on the ferry at the back of Centraal Station to explore the wide open spaces of Amsterdam North. On your way to the neighbourhood’s historic working-class row houses you’ll find eye-catching architecture and quirky art studios. At night, visit funky cafés and bright restaurants and attend a theatre or music festival.

Today’s dynamic atmosphere of Amsterdam North is the result of reclaiming disused industrial sites and squatted warehouses to create a cultural precinct. Former factories now house artists’ collectives, museums and dining halls, while others have been levelled to make room for stylish apartment blocks.

In the midst of this urban renewal stands the huge A’DAM Tower, transformed into a 24-hour, multi-use recreational and residential project. See a movie at the nearby EYE Film Institute, which is a film museum, art gallery and archive all in one. Visit the Op Zeezand building, a former industrial estate with views over the river IJ, to attend On the Roof, a series of summer concerts.

Step back in time in the Museum Amsterdam Noord (MAN). The neighbourhood museum is located in a century-old communal bathhouse in one of the first “tuindorpen” (garden villages) of Amsterdam.

Explore the NDSM Werf, where galleries, studios, bars and live events spaces have taken over an abandoned shipyard. Don’t miss the 3D Print Canal House, which is the result of 3D-printing all materials, piece by piece. Even the accommodation here is quirky: Crane 13, the former rusting landmark of the wharf, has been turned into the tiny but luxurious Faralda NDSM Crane Hotel, while the Amstel Botel is a floating 3-star hotel in the IJ harbour.

There are several passenger ferries, which each dock in different areas of Amsterdam North, so be sure to check the final destination of your ferry. With so much to do in Amsterdam North and each short ferry trip being free of charge, you can keep coming back to this eclectic part of Amsterdam.


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Our pick of the best Amsterdam North Hotel Deals

BUNK Hotel Amsterdam

BUNK Hotel Amsterdam

3 out of 5
Hagedoornplein 2, Amsterdam
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$113 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
AU$113
29 Oct - 30 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Amsterdam. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (553 reviews)
"Space was small, but well appointed. Clean and comfortable. Cool old building."

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025

BUNK Hotel Amsterdam
YOTEL Amsterdam

YOTEL Amsterdam

4 out of 5
Asterweg 33, Amsterdam, NH
The price is AU$160 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
AU$160
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Amsterdam. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,017 reviews)
"Stayed for four nights with my two children. Hotel and staff were excellent and would stay again when back in Amsterdam (and would try in other cities). 15 min walk to free ferry into Amsterdam Central. Breakfast was very expensive so chose to eat elsewhere. Room was small but excellent. Would have ..."

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025

YOTEL Amsterdam
Tribe Amsterdam City

Tribe Amsterdam City

4.5 out of 5
Termini 9, Amsterdam
The price is AU$177 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$177
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Amsterdam. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (899 reviews)
"Take the M2 metro train and it takes you to this property. Last stop. Only 2 stops from central and 3 stops from Dam Square. Loved everything about this hotel"

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025

Tribe Amsterdam City
Poppies

Poppies

2.5 out of 5
Papaverweg 18, Amsterdam
The price is AU$223 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
AU$223
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Amsterdam. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Dam Square and Van Gogh Museum are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (133 reviews)
Small room
"Room was smaller than expected. Guess I should read the description better. That being said it was very comfortable and clean."

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025

Poppies
Holiday Inn Express Amsterdam - North Riverside by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Amsterdam - North Riverside by IHG

3 out of 5
Motorkade 1, Amsterdam
The price is AU$185 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$185
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Amsterdam. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,015 reviews)
"Overall had a great experience with this hotel! Location was about 10 minutes to walk to the ferry that was free. Hotel is newer and very clean. Staff were always willing to assist."

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025

Holiday Inn Express Amsterdam - North Riverside by IHG
Mövenpick Hotel Amsterdam City Centre

Mövenpick Hotel Amsterdam City Centre

4 out of 5
Piet Heinkade 11, Amsterdam
The price is AU$237 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
AU$237
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Amsterdam. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,021 reviews)
"Everything was clean. The food was good as well. The staff was polite but client service is at the standard level. What I like the most is the location of the hotel. However, this does not reach 5 stars because it does not reach the luxury that some institutions have in terms of room design or client ..."

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025

Mövenpick Hotel Amsterdam City Centre
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Amsterdam North

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Amsterdam East

4/5(49 area reviews)

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.

Amsterdam East
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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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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.

Red Light District
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Amsterdam City Centre

4.5/5(187 area reviews)

Known for its fascinating museums, charming cafes and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Amsterdam City Centre. Top attractions like Dam Square and Nieuwmarkt Square are major draws. Catch the metro at Nieuwmarkt Station or Waterlooplein Station to see more of the city.

Amsterdam City Centre
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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.

Weesperbuurt
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


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