Museum Quarter Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Museum Quarter
Popular places to visit
Van Gogh Museum
Delve into the life of this legendary troubled artist with this unique collection of works and mementos.
Leidseplein
This lively square is an entertainment hub bursting with lively bars and restaurants, theatres and music venues, as well as engaging street performers.
Rijksmuseum
Explore The Netherlands’ largest publicly-funded museum, full of world-famous masterpieces.
Heineken Experience
Love beer? Sample one of Holland’s most famous beers and learn about how it’s brewed in this interesting multimedia exhibition.
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.
Holland Casino
Feeling lucky? Head to the stylish gaming tables of Amsterdam’s largest casino or treat yourself to dinner and a live show.
Activities
Day Trip to Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam and Marken from Amsterdam
Amsterdam All-Inclusive 90-Minutes Canal Cruise by Captain Jack
Volendam, Marken & Windmills Day Trip from Amsterdam
Giethoorn, Afsluitdijk, Zaanse Schans Day Tour Incl Hotel Pick Up
Amsterdam: Zaanse Schans 3-Hour Small Group Tour
Our pick of the best Museum Quarter Hotel Deals
Amsterdam Marriott Hotel
Hotel and rooms were clean, great housekeeping. Breakfast was subpar - didn’t think the food was great. I didn’t have to interact with staff much but when I did they were lovely.
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
S&A Vondel Park Hotel
The only disappointment was the size of the room. The site said 200 square meters for the room, but the room seemed significantly smaller. There was maybe .25 meters between the bed, the toilet was in a closet and there was no door on the shower closet. Definitely do not recommend for two traveling ...
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Park Centraal Amsterdam, part of Sircle Collection
Great breakfast. Wonderful staff. Comfortable room.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Clayton Hotel Amsterdam American
Très bel hôtel près de tout, un peu bruyant la nuit, ambulance, fêtards, trams quimpassent devant l’hôtel
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
The Flying Pig Uptown Hostel
Friendly and helpful staff, clean and comfortable quarters, good people and good energy, the real back pack hostel experience in Amsterdam
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Krisotel
Overall an ok stay but would try and avoid the basement rooms. We were right below reception and could hear every chair moving. In addition there were a few ants in the room. That said, the staff were very helpful in resolving this and accommodating. Free coffee and water was a nice touch. Location ...
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Museum Quarter
De Weteringschans
While you're in De Weteringschans, take in top sights like Leidseplein or Paradiso, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Vijzelgracht Station or Weteringcircuit 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.
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.
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 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 Former Town Hall of Nieuwer-Amstel are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Cornelis Troostplein Stop or v. Hilligaertstraat Tram Stop to see more of the city.
