Amsterdam City Centre Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Amsterdam City Centre
Amsterdam City Centre
Amsterdam City Centre
Amsterdam City Centre
Amsterdam City Centre

Popular places to visit

Dam Square

Dam Square

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

Dam Square
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
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 acclaimed theatre scene 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 walkable 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 great live music and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.

Amsterdam Museum

Activities

Amsterdam: Luxury Cruise Unlimited Drinks & Small Bite

Amsterdam: Open Boat Cruise option Unlimited Drinks & Bite

AU$35
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Amsterdam: Open Boat Cruise option Unlimited Drinks & Bite
Amsterdam: Van Gogh Museum Ticket

Amsterdam: Van Gogh Museum Ticket

AU$47
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Amsterdam: Van Gogh Museum Ticket
Brussels and Bruges from Amsterdam Guided Tour

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

AU$232
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
From Amsterdam to Belgium: Discover the Wonders of Brussels and Bruges
Old peatdiggers house Giethoorn

Giethoorn, Zaanse Schans Windmills Guided Day Trip from Amsterdam

AU$206
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Giethoorn, Zaanse Schans Windmills Guided Day Trip from Amsterdam
Day Trip to Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam and Marken from Amsterdam

Day Trip to Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam and Marken from Amsterdam

AU$63
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Day Trip to Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam and Marken from Amsterdam
Delft

Rotterdam, Delft and the Hague Day Trip from Amsterdam

AU$173
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Rotterdam, Delft and the Hague Day Trip from Amsterdam
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Our pick of the best Amsterdam City Centre Hotel Deals

Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam

Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam

4.5 out of 5
Damrak 1-5, Amsterdam
The price is AU$419 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$419
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Amsterdam. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,136 reviews)
"Great location for everything."

Reviewed on 24 Jul. 2025

Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam
ibis Amsterdam Centre

ibis Amsterdam Centre

3 out of 5
Stationsplein 49, Amsterdam
The price is AU$227 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$227
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Amsterdam. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,815 reviews)
"The inside of the building was clean, but the outside walls, sidewalks were not clean."

Reviewed on 20 Jul. 2025

ibis Amsterdam Centre
Radisson Blu Hotel, Amsterdam City Center

Radisson Blu Hotel, Amsterdam City Center

4.5 out of 5
Rusland 17, Amsterdam
The price is AU$445 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$445
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Amsterdam. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,016 reviews)
"Great walkable location -- loved the extra water bottles, borrow-able umbrellas and how clean everything was."

Reviewed on 23 Jul. 2025

Radisson Blu Hotel, Amsterdam City Center
Clayton Hotel Amsterdam American

Clayton Hotel Amsterdam American

4.5 out of 5
Leidsekade, 97, Amsterdam, North Holland
The price is AU$348 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$348
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Amsterdam. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,013 reviews)
"Unexpectedly fantastic! This place is a gem!"

Reviewed on 24 Jul. 2025

Clayton Hotel Amsterdam American
Grand Hotel Amrâth Amsterdam

Grand Hotel Amrâth Amsterdam

5 out of 5
Prins Hendrikkade 108, Amsterdam
The price is AU$415 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$415
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Amsterdam. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,032 reviews)
"The hotel was in a great location. All the amenities were fantastic. Beautiful hotel, staff were very professional and friendly. Excellent service throughout our stay. Breakfast selection was great with an option to tailor your order if required. Highly recommend it!"

Reviewed on 24 Jul. 2025

Grand Hotel Amrâth Amsterdam
DoubleTree by Hilton Amsterdam Centraal Station

DoubleTree by Hilton Amsterdam Centraal Station

4.5 out of 5
Oosterdoksstraat 4, Amsterdam
The price is AU$285 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
AU$285
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Amsterdam. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (156 reviews)
"Always a pleasure"

Reviewed on 22 Jul. 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Amsterdam Centraal Station
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Other neighbourhoods around Amsterdam City Centre

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Red Light District

Dam Square and Oude Kerk 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
Dam Square which includes street scenes, heritage architecture and a city

Old Town Amsterdam

Known for its fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Old Town Amsterdam. Top attractions like Dam Square and Warmoesstraat are major draws. Catch the metro at Dam Stop or Nieuwezijds Kolk Stop to see more of the city.

Old Town Amsterdam
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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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
Amsterdam featuring a river or creek, boating and a city

Canal Ring

4.5/5(82 area reviews)

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.

Canal Ring

Amsterdam City Centre Travel Guide

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