Amsterdam City Centre Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Amsterdam City Centre
Popular places to visit
Dam Square
History and heritage, fun and festivities come together in the beating heart of old and new Amsterdam.
Anne Frank House
Anne Frank’s world-famous diary chronicles the moving history behind this much-visited Amsterdam landmark.
Leidseplein
From fine dining to fast food, concerts to clubbing, this popular entertainment hub in the heart of the city has something for everyone.
Rembrandt Square
You can find out about the history of Amsterdam with a stop at Rembrandt Square. Discover the acclaimed art galleries 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 fascinating museums and shops in this vibrant area.
Flower Market
Amsterdam’s historic Singel canal provides the picturesque backdrop for one of the city’s most vibrant and sweet-smelling attractions.
Activities
Anne Frank's Story - Guided Walking Tour through Amsterdam
Day Trip to Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam and Marken from Amsterdam
Volendam, Marken & Windmills Day Trip from Amsterdam
Amsterdam All-Inclusive 90-Minutes Canal Cruise by Captain Jack
Amsterdam: Evening (Sunset) Canal Cruise with Bar on Board
Our pick of the best Amsterdam City Centre Hotel Deals
Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam
"The location is excellent, and despite it being in the busiest part of the city, you couldn't really hear it from inside the room. Room was comfortable enough, though I'd say the room was reasonably basic. Room was clean, and the linens were of good quality. Staff were super friendly and ..."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Rho Hotel
"Our stay in this hotel has been really good. Its location, steps away from the Central Square and one block from one of the main Subway stations, is perfect. The hotel is also about 10 blocks away from Amsterdam "Centraal" train station which has direct service from and to the airport as well as ..."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Anantara Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky Amsterdam
"Exceptionnel Personnel de chambre attentif Endroit idéalement placé."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
ibis Amsterdam Centre
"Incredibly small and uncomfortable room. The bathroom is near impossible to navigate without hitting your shin. It’s like Tetris."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Hotel CC
"The hotel is right in the mix of things, large crowds on the street at night, noisy outside, but perfectly quiet inside... so quiet I forgot to put my unusual earplugs in. I had a room facing the water, which turned out to be just a foot or two above it. Beautiful! Highly recommend."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Amsterdam Centraal Station
"The rooms were very clean and a great location in Amsterdam, Netherlands"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
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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 National Monument 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 Flower Market, 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.
