De Baarsjes Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit De Baarsjes
Popular places to visit
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.
Dam Square
Visit Amsterdam’s lively central square, a venue that’s seen both protests and celebrations.
Van Gogh Museum
Delve into the life of this legendary troubled artist with this unique collection of works and mementos.
Rijksmuseum
Explore The Netherlands’ largest publicly-funded museum, full of world-famous masterpieces.
Vondelpark
Spend a peaceful afternoon relaxing in the capital's most popular park. Enjoy a picnic and the entertainment on offer among the perfect mix of nature and culture.
Leidseplein
This lively square is an entertainment hub bursting with lively bars and restaurants, theatres and music venues, as well as engaging street performers.
Activities
Volendam, Marken & Windmills Day Trip from Amsterdam
Official Tickets: Moco Modern & Contemporary Art Museum
Amsterdam: 1-Hour Canal Cruise from Central Station
Amsterdam: Evening Canal Cruise with (Open) Bar on Board
Amsterdam Traditional Dutch Syrup Waffle Making Workshop
Our pick of the best De Baarsjes Hotel Deals
Hotel Not Hotel Amsterdam
Amazing location and great staff
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Ruby Emma Hotel Amsterdam
Staff were great, room clean and spacious
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
citizenM Schiphol Airport
Quick walk from airport, easy check in/out and room was great for an overnight stay waiting for connecting flight.
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Hotel Old Quarter
Great location, great staff.It's easy to get to central station and a lot of the favorite part
Reviewed on 3 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
DoubleTree by Hilton Amsterdam Centraal Station
Lovely customer service, EXCELLENT breakfast, lovey rooms! Will definitely stay here again!!
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around De Baarsjes
Amsterdam West
Known for its fascinating museums and charming cafes, there's plenty to explore in Amsterdam West. You can visit top attractions like Foodhallen and Westergasfabriek Culture Park, and jump on the metro at Adm. de Ruijterweg Stop or Jan van Galenstraat Stop (19) to see more of the city.
Jordaan
Get to know Jordaan and its many features like its breweries and churches. You might want to explore sights like Amsterdam Tulip Museum and Houseboat Museum, and you can jump on the metro at Bloemgracht Stop or Rozengracht Stop to get around the city.
Museum Quarter
Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Museum Quarter. Check out top attractions like Van Gogh Museum and Stedelijk Museum, and jump on the metro at Van Baerlestraat Stop or Concertgebouw Tram Stop to see more of the city.
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-West
While you're in Grachtengordel-West, take in top sights like Herengracht Canal or Prinsengracht, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Westermarkt Stop or Koningsplein Stop.
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.
