Grachtengordel-West Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Grachtengordel-West
Popular places to visit
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.
Prinsengracht
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Prinsengracht during your travels in Amsterdam. Discover the acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.
Herengracht Canal
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Herengracht Canal during your travels in Amsterdam. Discover the museums and shops in this romantic area.
Westerkerk
Find out about the history of Amsterdam when you spend time at Westerkerk. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this vibrant area.
Het Grachtenhuis
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Het Grachtenhuis during your travels in Amsterdam. Discover the great live music in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.
Greenland Warehouses
You can learn about the history of Amsterdam when you stop by Greenland Warehouses. Discover the fascinating museums in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.
Activities
Day Trip to Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam and Marken from Amsterdam
Amsterdam All-Inclusive 90-Minutes Canal Cruise by Captain Jack
Amsterdam: 1-Hour Canal Cruise from Central Station
Blue Boat Company - 75 minute City Canal Cruise
Giethoorn, Zaanse Schans Windmills Guided Day Trip from Amsterdam
Our pick of the best Grachtengordel-West Hotel Deals
Pulitzer Amsterdam
Perfect!
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Hotel Sebastian's
If you’re looking for a beautiful little boutique hotel in a great, quiet, safe neighborhood, that’s close to everything, this is the spot. 10 minute walk to central station, less than 5 minutes to great restaurants, bars, coffee shops. Interior decor throughout is sublime, especially the bar/lounge ...
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Max Brown Hotel Canal District, part of Sircle Collection
Two things I don’t like about this hotel are: 1) there’s no elevator; 2) the toilet is tiny and is not located inside the room.
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
citizenM Schiphol Airport
Very good
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
Mövenpick Hotel Amsterdam City Centre
Everything was clean. The food was good as well. The staff was polite but client service is at the standard level. What I like the most is the location of the hotel. However, this does not reach 5 stars because it does not reach the luxury that some institutions have in terms of room design or client ...
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Ruby Emma Hotel Amsterdam
Stayed for 6 nights and was very affordable and nice!
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Grachtengordel-West
Jordaan
Get to know Jordaan and its many features like its breweries and churches. You might want to explore sights like Amsterdam Tulip Museum and The 9 Streets, and you can jump on the metro at Bloemgracht Stop or Rozengracht Stop to get around the 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.
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.
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.
Amsterdam City Centre
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.
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.
