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.
Rijksmuseum
Explore The Netherlands’ largest publicly-funded museum, full of world-famous masterpieces.
Leidseplein
This lively square is an entertainment hub bursting with lively bars and restaurants, theatres and music venues, as well as engaging street performers.
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
Moco Museum: Banksy, Basquiat, Warhol, Kusama & More
Amsterdam All-Inclusive 90-Minutes Heated Cruise by Captain Jack
Volendam, Marken & Windmills Day Trip from Amsterdam
Giethoorn, Afsluitdijk, Zaanse Schans Day Tour Incl Hotel Pick Up
Amsterdam: 1-Hour Canal Cruise from Central Station
Amsterdam: Evening Canal Cruise with (Open) Bar on Board
Our pick of the best Museum Quarter Hotel Deals
S&A Vondel Park Hotel
Very friendly staff Excellent location
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Clayton Hotel Amsterdam American
Estuvimos 2 noches, viaje de placer, y todo estuvo excelente, muy buena ubicacion, habitaciones limpias, y comodas y con buen espacio y el personal muy amable.
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Park Centraal Amsterdam, part of Sircle Collection
Excellent central location, fantastic restaurant!
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Leonardo Hotel Amsterdam Museum Quarter
good location
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
The Flying Pig Uptown Hostel
I think including some deli meats to the breakfast would be nice and making sure the hard boiled eggs were cooked thoroughly would be nice.
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Avani Museum Quarter Amsterdam Hotel
Nice hotel at a great location. Staff impressively friendly and helpful
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Museum Quarter
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.
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 Rijksmuseum, 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 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.
