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

Dam Square

Dam Square

4/5(175 reviews)

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

Dam Square
Anne Frank House

Anne Frank House

4.5/5(60 reviews)

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

4/5(54 reviews)

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

Leidseplein
The 9 Streets

The 9 Streets

4.5/5(3 reviews)

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
Rembrandt Square

Rembrandt Square

4/5(122 reviews)

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
Amsterdam Museum

Amsterdam Museum

4/5(31 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Amsterdam Museum during your travels in Amsterdam. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene 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
90% of travellers recommend
Volendam, Marken & Windmills Day Trip from Amsterdam
Blue Boat Company - 75 minute City Canal Cruise

Blue Boat Company - 75 minute City Canal Cruise

AU$26
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Blue Boat Company - 75 minute City Canal Cruise
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
I amsterdam City Card

I amsterdam City Card

AU$114
per traveller
86% of travellers recommend
I amsterdam City Card
Old peatdiggers house Giethoorn

Giethoorn, Zaanse Schans Windmills Guided Day Trip from Amsterdam

AU$181
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Giethoorn, Zaanse Schans Windmills Guided Day Trip from Amsterdam
Haarlem: Small Group City Walking Tour

Haarlem: City Highlights Walking Tour

AU$50
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$257 per night from 4 Jan to 5 Jan
AU$257
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
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! (2,425 reviews)
Location was great, surpisingly quiet, clean, great staff.

Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025

Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam
Anantara Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky Amsterdam

Anantara Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky Amsterdam

5 out of 5
Dam 9 Amsterdam
The price is AU$488 per night from 10 Jan to 11 Jan
AU$488
10 Jan - 11 Jan 2026
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
The people were simply wonderful and the hotel was spectacular.

Reviewed on 23 Dec 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$281 per night from 5 Jan to 6 Jan
AU$281
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
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! (1,404 reviews)
I had a wonderful stay at Aitana Room Hotel. The room was exceptionally clean and well-maintained, with spacious bedrooms and bathrooms that made the stay really comfortable. Room service was efficient and reliable, and the staff were consistently warm, welcoming, and attentive — their hospitality ...

Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025

Room Mate Aitana, 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$264 per night from 5 Jan to 6 Jan
AU$264
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
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! (341 reviews)
Nicely appointed. Great staff. Edn restaurant is top notch.

Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Amsterdam Centraal Station
ibis Amsterdam Centre

ibis Amsterdam Centre

3 out of 5
Stationsplein 49 Amsterdam
The price is AU$205 per night from 11 Jan to 12 Jan
AU$205
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
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! (1,959 reviews)
Very nice staff. Excellent location. Nice room but very small. Closet space in tiny!!!

Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025

ibis Amsterdam Centre
Hotel Estheréa

Hotel Estheréa

4 out of 5
Singel 303-309 Amsterdam
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$420 per night from 4 Jan to 5 Jan
AU$420
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this historic hotel in Amsterdam. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,008 reviews)
A nice room, great location, and very friendly staff (including the lobby cats) There was also a very nice sauna included for guest use.

Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025

Hotel Estheréa
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Other neighbourhoods around Old Town Amsterdam

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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.

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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
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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.

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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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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 Flower Market, and jump on the metro at Muntplein Tram Stop or Rembrandtplein Stop to see more of the city.

Canal Ring

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