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.
Concertgebouw
You can get tickets for a performance at Concertgebouw during your stay in Amsterdam. Make time for the shops and cycling trails in this vibrant area.
Activities
Volendam, Marken & Windmills Day Trip from Amsterdam
Amsterdam All-Inclusive 90-Minutes Canal Cruise by Captain Jack
Blue Boat Company - 75 minute City Canal Cruise
From Amsterdam to Belgium: Discover the Wonders of Brussels and Bruges
Amsterdam: Evening (Sunset) Canal Cruise with Bar on Board
Amsterdam: Van Gogh Museum Ticket
Our pick of the best Museum Quarter Hotel Deals
Amsterdam Marriott Hotel
Clean room. Amazing breakfast
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Clayton Hotel Amsterdam American
Very convenient to the big museums and good restaurants. Especially enjoyed the Spritz bar next to the canal! We stayed 7 nights, and it was super.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
S&A Vondel Park Hotel
Staff were very friendly. They were unable to give good suggestions for the area regarding food options accommodating food sensitivities. The room was less than adequate with showering being a big problem - low to almost nonexistent water pressure - seemingly competing with other rooms for water ...
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Krisotel
Clean, quiet room with large, openable windows. Knowledgeable staff, also helped with bike rentals and extra pillows.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Leonardo Hotel Amsterdam Museum Quarter
The WiFi doesn’t seem to work. A very helpful young man at the front desk helped me. He opened Data so I could get email and texts. That’s through the phone, which is not the same as WiFi. The shower door needed new rubber around it to keep water from flooding the bathroom. Desk staff was happy that ...
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
The Flying Pig Uptown Hostel
Other than the location of the place, nothing else was good. And don’t get fooled into the 9€ breakfast. This is a good location where you can take the 9€ and put it towards a place and get much better food for breakfast or cafe!
Reviewed on 6 May 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 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.
