Old Town Amsterdam Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Dam Square which includes street scenes, heritage architecture and a city
Old Town Amsterdam
Old Town Amsterdam
Old Town Amsterdam
Old Town Amsterdam

Popular places to visit

Anne Frank House

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.

Anne Frank House
Dam Square

Dam Square

Visit Amsterdam’s lively central square, a venue that’s seen both protests and celebrations.

Dam Square
Leidseplein

Leidseplein

This lively square is an entertainment hub bursting with lively bars and restaurants, theatres and music venues, as well as engaging street performers.

Leidseplein
Rembrandt Square

Rembrandt Square

You can find out about the history of Amsterdam with a stop at Rembrandt Square. Discover the fascinating museums in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.

Rembrandt Square
The 9 Streets

The 9 Streets

During your trip to Amsterdam, you can do some window-shopping at The 9 Streets. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

The 9 Streets
Amsterdam Museum

Amsterdam Museum

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Amsterdam Museum during your travels in Amsterdam. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and great live music in this vibrant area.

Amsterdam Museum

Activities

Dutch Countryside Tour with Windmills, Volendam & Marken

Volendam, Marken & Windmills Day Trip from Amsterdam

AU$69
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Volendam, Marken & Windmills Day Trip from Amsterdam
Amsterdam: 1-Hour Canal Cruise from Central Station

Amsterdam: 1-Hour Canal Cruise from Central Station

AU$31
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Amsterdam: 1-Hour Canal Cruise from Central Station
Blue Boat Company - 75 minute City Canal Cruise

Blue Boat Company - 75 minute City Canal Cruise

AU$27
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Blue Boat Company - 75 minute City Canal Cruise
I amsterdam City Card

I amsterdam City Card

AU$116
per traveller
84% of travellers recommend
I amsterdam City Card
Brussels and Bruges from Amsterdam Guided Tour

From Amsterdam to Belgium: Discover the Wonders of Brussels and Bruges

AU$283
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
From Amsterdam to Belgium: Discover the Wonders of Brussels and Bruges
Haarlem: Small Group City Walking Tour

Haarlem: City Highlights Walking Tour

AU$51
per adult
Haarlem: City Highlights Walking Tour
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Our pick of the best Old Town Amsterdam Hotel Deals

Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam

Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam

4.5 out of 5
Damrak 1-5 Amsterdam
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$289 per night from 14 Dec to 15 Dec
AU$289
14 Dec - 15 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Amsterdam. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,428 reviews)
Great place to stay in the centre of Amsterdam. 5 minutes walk from the railway station

Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025

Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam
Renaissance Amsterdam Hotel

Renaissance Amsterdam Hotel

5 out of 5
Kattengat 1 Amsterdam
The price is AU$324 per night from 15 Dec to 16 Dec
AU$324
15 Dec - 16 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Amsterdam. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,009 reviews)
I love the location of the hotel…very centralized & walkable my only complaint would have been the half cleaning of the room…they didn’t take all of the trash out nor did they give us clean cups when cleaning the room. Other than that the stay was great I would definitely stay here again.

Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025

Renaissance Amsterdam Hotel
DoubleTree by Hilton Amsterdam Centraal Station

DoubleTree by Hilton Amsterdam Centraal Station

4.5 out of 5
Oosterdoksstraat 4 Amsterdam
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$302 per night from 14 Dec to 15 Dec
AU$302
14 Dec - 15 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Amsterdam. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (310 reviews)
Great location and clean room and lovely rooftop bar!

Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Amsterdam Centraal Station
ibis Amsterdam Centre

ibis Amsterdam Centre

3 out of 5
Stationsplein 49 Amsterdam
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$239 per night from 14 Dec to 15 Dec
AU$239
14 Dec - 15 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Amsterdam. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,945 reviews)
Clean room. Friendly staff. Great breakfast. Convenient location…close to train/metro station.

Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025

ibis Amsterdam Centre
Anantara Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky Amsterdam

Anantara Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky Amsterdam

5 out of 5
Dam 9 Amsterdam
The price is AU$439 per night from 8 Dec to 9 Dec
AU$439
8 Dec - 9 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Amsterdam. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,014 reviews)
First of all, the location ! From the hotel entrance, the doormen/bellboys, and the luxurious atmosphere of the lobby to the female staff member who assisted me at check-in, everything was wonderful. The room was clean, spacious, and very comfortable. I was satisfied with every aspect of my stay, ...

Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025

Anantara Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky Amsterdam
Room Mate Aitana, Amsterdam

Room Mate Aitana, Amsterdam

4.5 out of 5
IJDok 6 Amsterdam
The price is AU$285 per night from 7 Dec to 8 Dec
AU$285
7 Dec - 8 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Amsterdam. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,392 reviews)
Amazing hotel, staff really lovely and attentive.

Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025

Room Mate Aitana, Amsterdam
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Other neighbourhoods around Old Town Amsterdam

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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
Amsterdam showing street scenes, a river or creek and a city

Binnenstad

If you're spending time in Binnenstad, check out sights like Dam Square or National Monument and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Dam Stop or Paleisstraat Tram Stop.

Binnenstad
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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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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-West
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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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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.

Grachtengordel-Zuid

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