IJburg Travel Guide

Amsterdam

Popular places to visit

Dam Square

Dam Square

4/5(2,088 reviews)

Amsterdam’s iconic square, with its cobbled stones and grand historical buildings, is a lively gathering place and venue for protests and celebrations.

Dam Square
Van Gogh Museum which includes interior views

Van Gogh Museum

4.5/5(723 reviews)

This modern museum houses the world’s largest collection of the legendary Dutch master painter who led a troubled life and never saw his work become famous.

Van Gogh Museum
Anne Frank House

Anne Frank House

4.5/5(778 reviews)

See where this brave and famous Jewish teenager hid from the Nazis during World War II and recorded her world-famous diary.

Anne Frank House
Rijksmuseum

Rijksmuseum

4.5/5(901 reviews)

This palatial building full of Dutch paintings and international artifacts is the country’s largest public-funded museum.

Rijksmuseum
Leidseplein

Leidseplein

4/5(892 reviews)

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.

Leidseplein
Vondelpark which includes a statue or sculpture, a monument and a park

Vondelpark

4.5/5(594 reviews)

One of the oldest and largest public parks in Amsterdam is a relaxing place to rest, have lunch or watch a performance after visiting the nearby museums.

Vondelpark

Things to do

Amsterdam: Luxury Cruise Unlimited Drinks & Small Bite

Amsterdam: Open Boat Cruise option Unlimited Drinks & Bite

£16
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Amsterdam: Open Boat Cruise option Unlimited Drinks & Bite
Amsterdam: Van Gogh Museum Ticket

Amsterdam: Van Gogh Museum Ticket

£22
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

£146
per adult
96% 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

£83
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

£30
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

£83
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Rotterdam, Delft and the Hague Day Trip from Amsterdam
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Top hotels in IJburg

Hotel Casa Amsterdam

Hotel Casa Amsterdam

4 out of 5
Eerste Ringdijkstraat 4, Amsterdam
The price is £72 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
£72
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Amsterdam. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
Very well-run hotel
"The staff were very helpful and the breakfast was also good, though it had less variety than the other hotels in which I stayed in the same trip, located in Finland, Sweden, and Denmark. The room was a comfortable size with a nice bathroom, and had a "temperature regulation" system, not AC. Since ..."

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2025

Hotel Casa Amsterdam
citizenM Schiphol Airport

citizenM Schiphol Airport

4 out of 5
Jan Plezierweg 2, Schiphol
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £123 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
£123
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Schiphol. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,148 reviews)
"Fast, clean, efficient, modern. Most importantly, walkable from Schipol terminal. (No shuttle bus required.) Great for overnight stay."

Reviewed on 25 Aug 2025

citizenM Schiphol Airport
Ruby Emma Hotel Amsterdam

Ruby Emma Hotel Amsterdam

4 out of 5
Amstelvlietstraat 4, Amsterdam
The price is £110 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
£110
8 Sept - 9 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Amsterdam. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,548 reviews)
"Very chic"

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2025

Ruby Emma Hotel Amsterdam
Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam

Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam

4.5 out of 5
Damrak 1-5, Amsterdam
The price is £215 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
£215
22 Sept - 23 Sept
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! (2,233 reviews)
"Great stay, highly recommend."

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2025

Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam
Best Western Amsterdam

Best Western Amsterdam

3 out of 5
Voorburgstraat 250, Amsterdam
The price is £77 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
£77
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Amsterdam. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
"Great price"

Reviewed on 25 Aug 2025

Best Western Amsterdam
Kimpton De Witt Amsterdam by IHG

Kimpton De Witt Amsterdam by IHG

4 out of 5
Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal 5, Amsterdam
The price is £204 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
£204
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Amsterdam. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
"Centrally located hotel near all the shops and restaurants you could ask for in Amsterdam. Charming hotel with very cozy rooms with a Dutch vibe to them."

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025

Kimpton De Witt Amsterdam by IHG
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Other neighbourhoods around IJburg

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Amsterdam East

4/5(480 area reviews)

Amsterdam East is highly notable for its fantastic nightlife, and you might want to visit top sights like Passenger Terminal Amsterdam and Muziekgebouw aan 't IJ. See more of Amsterdam by jumping on the metro at Molukkenstraat Stop or Soembawastraat Stop.

Amsterdam East
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Amsterdam North

4/5(88 area reviews)

Amsterdam North is a destination travellers like for its waterfront views, and you might hop aboard the metro at Noord Station or Noorderpark Station to explore sights like WONDR Experience.

Amsterdam North
Amsterdam Southeast which includes boating and a river or creek

Zuidoost

4/5(206 area reviews)

Known for its ample dining options and great live music, there's plenty to explore in Zuidoost. You can visit top attractions like AFAS Live and Johan Cruyff Arena, and jump on the metro at Gaasperplas Station or Kraaiennest Station to see more of the city.

Zuidoost
Skinny Bridge

Weesperbuurt

While you're in Weesperbuurt, take in top sights like Royal Theater Carre or Magere Brug, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Weesperplein Station or Korte 's-Gravesandestraat Stop.

Weesperbuurt
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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
Leidseplein which includes road cycling, street scenes and motorbike riding

De Weteringschans

While you're in De Weteringschans, take in top sights like Paradiso or Holland Casino, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Vijzelgracht Station or Weteringcircuit Stop.

De Weteringschans

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