Amstelveen Travel Guide

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Amstelveen
Amstelveen
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Looking for a nice mix of city and countryside? Visit Amstelveen and discover the best of both worlds! 

Stay in Amstelveen and take advantage of the proximity of nature and the great city of Amsterdam! You can go for a walk in the woods in the morning and shopping in Kalverstraat in the afternoon. What more could you ask for?

In the 13th century, Amstelveen was nothing more than a small fen harvesting village. A city centre developed around the first church that was built in 1278 and Amstelveen grew into a modest village. Later, in de 17th and 18th centuries, it became a popular destination with rich Amsterdamers who hired cottages so they could enjoy the countryside.

It’s still easy to travel between Amstelveen and Amsterdam. You can take the bus or tram straight into the heart of Amsterdam. Get off at Museumplein and visit the Rijksmuseum or the Van Gogh Museum, go to a performance at the Concertgebouw or shop in the famous P.C. Hoofdstraat.

But there's also plenty to do in Amstelveen, such as the impressive Stadshartplein, with its huge shopping mall. The countryside still attracts a lot of people to Amstelveen. Spend a day in the Amsterdamse Bos, explore Groengebied Amstelland or hire a bicycle and follow the route through the Groene AS, which takes you through the beautiful nature reserve de Middelpolder.

Amstelveen is one of the greenest municipalities in the Netherlands, so do take some time to explore it! You can go cycling, bird watching, walking and sailing. You can get there by bus if you're travelling around the Netherlands by public transport or even walk from the city centre. If you're travelling by car, you can park it on the street or in one of the parking garages.

Amstelveen is to the southwest of Amsterdam and easy to reach by car. If you're travelling by public transport, a bus or tram 5 from Amsterdam Central Station will get you there. Amstelveen does not have a train station.

Visit the diverse town of Amstelveen. Whether you stay for a week or just a few days, you'll find more than enough to do.

Where to stay in Amstelveen

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Elsrijk

Even though there aren't top sights in Elsrijk, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Cobra Museum of Modern Art. Jump on the metro at Onderuit Stop to see more of the city.

Elsrijk
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Stadshart

While you're in Stadshart, take in top sights like Cobra Museum of Modern Art or Schouwburg Amstelveen, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Amstelveen Stadshart Stop or Oranjebaan Stop.

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Nessersluis

Though Nessersluis may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Aalsmeer Flower Auction and Cobra Museum of Modern Art.

Nessersluis
Eden Hotel Amsterdam
Eden Hotel Amsterdam
4.5 out of 5
Amstel 144, Amsterdam
The price is £138 per night from 29 Jun to 30 Jun
£138
29 Jun - 30 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Amsterdam. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,437 reviews)
"The location is great, cute, quiet location."

Reviewed on 21 Jun 2025

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citizenM Schiphol Airport
citizenM Schiphol Airport
4 out of 5
Jan Plezierweg 2, Schiphol
The price is £84 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
£84
1 Jul - 2 Jul
includes taxes & fees
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9/10 Wonderful! (3,038 reviews)
"All high Teck."

Reviewed on 23 Jun 2025

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Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam
Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam
4.5 out of 5
Damrak 1-5, Amsterdam
The price is £200 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
£200
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Amsterdam. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,033 reviews)
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"Outstanding hotel in an outstanding location. Can’t wait to come back!!!"

Reviewed on 23 Jun 2025

Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam
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Cityden Zuidas
Cityden Zuidas
4 out of 5
Professor J.H. Bavincklaan 3, Amstelveen
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Amstelveen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (970 reviews)
"A nice safe property near public transit"

Reviewed on 19 Jun 2025

Cityden Zuidas
Cityden Stadshart
Cityden Stadshart
4 out of 5
Stroombaan 1, Amstelveen
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Amstelveen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (540 reviews)
"The staff here are very welcoming and very helpful. The laundry room came in handy. I was able to get my laundry done before flying home. The breakfast at the hotel did not disappoint. It was delicious. The staff at the restaurant were helpful as well. Now, the carpet in the hallways is terrible ..."

Reviewed on 8 Jun 2025

Cityden Stadshart
Adagio Amsterdam City South
Adagio Amsterdam City South
3.5 out of 5
Professor J H Bavinckln 5, Amstelveen, NL
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly aparthotel in Amstelveen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (466 reviews)
"Good apartment, clean and comfy, but way too hot - the ventilation did nothing to cool the room."

Reviewed on 30 May 2025

Adagio Amsterdam City South
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Amstelveen

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Top destination
5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 39%
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4 - Good 44%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 15%
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Warm and friendly city.

4/5 - Good

Kaur

Nice place for relaxing holiday. Affordable. Quiet.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Would stay again

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

Was kind of in the middle of no where. Wouldn’t go back.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

If you prefer as l do to be just outside the busy hub of a city and close enough to dip in and dip out then Amstelveen is a perfect location. Plenty of green open space, lake's and trees.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Amstelveen is a great for quiet location with big shopping mall and all sorts of dining options. Its a safe area and walk at night is nice. Transport is great example tram straight to van gogh museum. If you have a car use street parking.

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