Amsterdam City Centre Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A canal with historic buildings and a bridge.
A canal with boats, a bridge, and a tower with a clock.
A waterfront promenade with people taking photos, a river with boats, and a cityscape in the background.
A person walking through a lush garden with tall plants and a building with a brick facade.
A bustling street with historic buildings, a prominent clock tower, and various shops including a pizzeria.

Stay near popular Amsterdam City Centre attractions

A bustling square with historic buildings, a tram, and a crowd of people.

Dam Square

8.6/10 (18,623 reviews)
History and heritage, fun and festivities come together in the beating heart of old and new Amsterdam.
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Activities

Amsterdam: Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam & Marken Bus Tour

Amsterdam: Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam & Marken Bus Tour

NZ$81
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Amsterdam: Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam & Marken Bus Tour
Amsterdam: Van Gogh Museum Ticket

Amsterdam: Van Gogh Museum Ticket

NZ$53
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Amsterdam: Van Gogh Museum Ticket
Dutch Countryside Tour with Windmills, Volendam & Marken

Volendam, Marken & Windmills Day Trip from Amsterdam

NZ$77
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Volendam, Marken & Windmills Day Trip from Amsterdam
Amsterdam: Evening.

Amsterdam: Evening. (Sunset) Canal Cruise with Bar on Board

NZ$31
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Amsterdam: Evening. (Sunset) Canal Cruise with Bar on Board
Amsterdam: Zaanse Schans 3-Hour Small Group Tour

Amsterdam: Zaanse Schans 3,5-Hour Small Group Tour

NZ$84
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Amsterdam: Zaanse Schans 3,5-Hour Small Group Tour
Amsterdam: Amsterdam & Region Travel Ticket for 1-3 Days

Amsterdam: Amsterdam & Region Travel Ticket for 1-3 Days

NZ$45
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Amsterdam: Amsterdam & Region Travel Ticket for 1-3 Days
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Our pick of the best Amsterdam City Centre Hotel Deals

Anantara Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky Amsterdam

Anantara Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky Amsterdam

5 out of 5
Dam 9 Amsterdam
The price is NZ$796 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
NZ$796
19 Aug - 20 Aug
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 ...
Anantara Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky Amsterdam
Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam

Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam

4.5 out of 5
Damrak 1-5 Amsterdam
The price is NZ$485 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
NZ$485
16 Aug - 17 Aug
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,692 reviews)
"Great location. Amazing place."

Reviewed on 9 Aug 2026

Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam
Leonardo Eden Hotel Amsterdam City Center

Leonardo Eden Hotel Amsterdam City Center

4 out of 5
Amstel 144A Amsterdam NH
The price is NZ$312 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
NZ$312
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Amsterdam. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Leonardo Eden Hotel Amsterdam City Center
ibis Amsterdam Centre

ibis Amsterdam Centre

3 out of 5
Stationsplein 49 Amsterdam
The price is NZ$320 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
NZ$320
30 Aug - 31 Aug
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! (2,144 reviews)
"The location of the hotel next to the central train station was most ideal."

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026

ibis Amsterdam Centre
Renaissance Amsterdam Hotel

Renaissance Amsterdam Hotel

Kattengat 1 Amsterdam
The price is NZ$414 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
NZ$414
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Amsterdam. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Renaissance Amsterdam Hotel
DoubleTree by Hilton Amsterdam Centraal Station

DoubleTree by Hilton Amsterdam Centraal Station

4.5 out of 5
Oosterdoksstraat 4 Amsterdam
The price is NZ$396 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
NZ$396
16 Aug - 17 Aug
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (714 reviews)
"Protest was ok. Found rooms to be musty though."

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Amsterdam Centraal Station
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Our guide on where to stay in Amsterdam City Centre

Find the best Amsterdam City Centre areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A canal with three illuminated bridges and historic buildings along the water.
Photo by Sean Coney
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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.

A canal with boats, a bridge, and historic buildings.

Jordaan

Get to know Jordaan and its many features like its breweries and churches. You might want to explore sights like Amsterdam Tulip Museum and Houseboat Museum, and you can jump on the metro at Bloemgracht Stop or Rozengracht Stop to get around the city.

The Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam with its distinctive architecture and a reflection pool in the foreground.

Museum Quarter

Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Museum Quarter. Check out top attractions like Van Gogh Museum and Stedelijk Museum, and jump on the metro at Van Baerlestraat Stop or Concertgebouw Tram Stop to see more of the city.

A canal with boats, bicycles, and historic buildings along the water.

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.

A canal with a stone bridge and a boat.

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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