Oud-Zuid Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
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.
Olympic Stadium
Catch an event at Olympic Stadium and enjoy other activities in Amsterdam such as cycling.Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
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
Day Trip to Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam and Marken from Amsterdam
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
Giethoorn, Zaanse Schans Windmills Guided Day Trip from Amsterdam
Our pick of the best Oud-Zuid Hotel Deals
S&A Vondel Park Hotel
Staff was extremely helpful, location amazing! Will definitely come again😊
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Bilderberg Garden Hotel
The staff was great and very accommodating and let us check-in early—overall we enjoyed our stay. The place felt alright although there were some hairs on the bed upon arrival. The fridge seemed pretty gross too. Laundry was really expensive and didn’t let us do it ourselves. Free sparkling water ...
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Leonardo Hotel Amsterdam Museum Quarter
The room was spotless bed was very comfy but the bathroom with shower was tiny but nice. Staff was fantastic and very helpful with everything I needed. They even had a taxi company to recommend to call when needed and Breakfast had everything you could want and very good. AC was good. I would stay ...
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
The Flying Pig Uptown Hostel
Everything was amazing!!! The rooms were clean, the staff was great and the location was amazing!!
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
De Bedstee Boutique Capsules
This place was definitely an experience. Honestly to travel it's nice, you don't need much rather than just sleep. If you bring big luggage, there is no space in the rooms for any sort of luggage other than personal item space or your backpack. They do provide however storage space but it's shared. ...
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
citizenM Schiphol Airport
Staff was outstanding in being helpful. Breakfast was a disappointment since all of the “hot” food was tepid at best. The cold foods were great. Overall, I recommend this choice. I’ve included the view from our room.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Oud-Zuid
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 Rijksmuseum, and jump on the metro at Van Baerlestraat Stop or Concertgebouw Tram 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.
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.
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.
Amsterdam South
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Amsterdam South. Spend some time visiting top spots like Van Gogh Museum, and catch the metro at Boelelaan - Vrije Universiteit Stop or Parnassusweg Stop to see more of the area.
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.
