Amsterdam City Centre Travel Guide
Amsterdam
Visit Amsterdam City Centre
Popular places to visit
Anne Frank House
See where this brave and famous Jewish teenager hid from the Nazis during World War II and recorded her world-famous diary.
Dam Square
Amsterdam’s iconic square, with its cobbled stones and grand historical buildings, is a lively gathering place and venue for protests and celebrations.
Leidseplein
This lively square in the heart of Amsterdam’s cultural district offers dining and entertainment, with an array of theater, movie, music, comedy and street performances.
Rembrandt Square
You can find out about the history of Amsterdam with a stop at Rembrandt Square. Discover the fascinating museums in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.
ARTIS
Why not visit the animals who call ARTIS home during your trip to Amsterdam? Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this vibrant area.
Flower Market
Enjoy the colors and fragrance of typical Dutch flowers, or buy bulbs and souvenirs while browsing the floating flower stalls on one of Amsterdam’s oldest canals.
Things to do
Day Trip to Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam and Marken from Amsterdam
Amsterdam All-Inclusive 90-Minutes Heated Cruise by Captain Jack
Official Tickets: Moco Modern & Contemporary Art Museum
Blue Boat Company - 75 minute City Canal Cruise
Giethoorn, Zaanse Schans Windmills Guided Day Trip from Amsterdam
Top hotels in Amsterdam City Centre
DoubleTree by Hilton Amsterdam Centraal Station
The room spotless, a little noisy because of the trains-all good!
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Renaissance Amsterdam Hotel
The room had an extremely poor layout. It was broken into 2 parts with both areas very narrow. The was no place to put luggage. The sofa faced a curtained brick wall.
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam
The staff were amazimg and very attentive. Breakfast was lovely and had lots of options to choose from.
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Kimpton De Witt Amsterdam by IHG
Great hotel in very good location.
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Hotel Old Quarter
Friendly staff, clean room, excellent location.
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Rho Hotel
The staff were very polite and friendly The room was clean and the location was fantastic Enjoyed our 3 night stay
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Amsterdam City Centre
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.
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 Madame Tussauds and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Dam Stop or Paleisstraat Tram Stop.
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.
Canal Ring
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.
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.
Amsterdam City Centre Travel Guide
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- Visit Amsterdam East
- Visit Amsterdam West
- Visit Apollobuurt
- Visit Binnenstad
- Visit Canal Ring
- Visit De Baarsjes
- Visit De Pijp
- Visit De Weteringschans
- Visit Diamantbuurt
- Visit Eastern Docklands
- Visit Frederik Hendrikbuurt
- Visit Grachtengordel-West
- Visit Grachtengordel-Zuid
- Visit Haarlemmerbuurt
- Visit IJsselbuurt
- Visit Jordaan
- Visit Kinkerbuurt
- Visit Museum Quarter
- Visit Nieuwmarkt en Lastage
- Visit Old Town Amsterdam
- Visit Oud-West
- Visit Oud-Zuid
- Visit Oude Pijp
- Visit Red Light District
- Visit Sloterdijk
- Visit Watergraafsmeer
- Visit Westerpark
- Visit Westindische buurt
- Visit Willemspark
- Amsterdam Holidays
- Visit Amsterdam
- Cannabis College
- Erotisch Museum
- Hash
- He Hua Tempel
- Nieuwmarkt Square
- Rembrandt House Museum
- Trompettersteeg
- All inclusive Holiday Packages Amsterdam
