Amsterdam City Centre Travel Guide

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Amsterdam City Centre
Amsterdam City Centre
Amsterdam City Centre
Amsterdam City Centre
Amsterdam City Centre

Popular places to visit

Dam Square

Dam Square

4/5(175 reviews)

History and heritage, fun and festivities come together in the beating heart of old and new Amsterdam.

Dam Square
Anne Frank House

Anne Frank House

4.5/5(60 reviews)

Anne Frank’s world-famous diary chronicles the moving history behind this much-visited Amsterdam landmark.

Anne Frank House
Leidseplein

Leidseplein

4/5(54 reviews)

From fine dining to fast food, concerts to clubbing, this popular entertainment hub in the heart of the city has something for everyone.

Leidseplein
Rembrandt Square

Rembrandt Square

4/5(122 reviews)

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.

Rembrandt Square
The 9 Streets

The 9 Streets

4.5/5(3 reviews)

During your trip to Amsterdam, you can do some window-shopping at The 9 Streets. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

The 9 Streets
Amsterdam Museum

Amsterdam Museum

4/5(31 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Amsterdam Museum during your travels in Amsterdam. Experience the fascinating museums and great live music in this vibrant area.

Amsterdam Museum

Activities

Amsterdam: Luxury Cruise Unlimited Drinks & Small Bite

Amsterdam: Open Boat Cruise & Unlimited Drinks & Bite Option

NZ$48
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Amsterdam: Open Boat Cruise & Unlimited Drinks & Bite Option
Amsterdam: Van Gogh Museum Ticket

Amsterdam: Van Gogh Museum Ticket

NZ$52
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Amsterdam: Van Gogh Museum Ticket
eSIM: Airalo Europe Package - United Kingdom

eSIM: Airalo Europe Package

NZ$5
per traveller
eSIM: Airalo Europe Package
Brussels and Bruges from Amsterdam Guided Tour

From Amsterdam to Belgium: Discover the Wonders of Brussels and Bruges

NZ$257
per adult
92% 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

NZ$189
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Giethoorn, Zaanse Schans Windmills Guided Day Trip from Amsterdam
Amsterdam: 1-Hour Canal Cruise from Central Station

Amsterdam: 1-Hour Canal Cruise from Central Station

NZ$35
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Amsterdam: 1-Hour Canal Cruise from Central Station
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Our pick of the best Amsterdam City Centre Hotel Deals

Eden Hotel Amsterdam

Eden Hotel Amsterdam

4.5 out of 5
Amstel 144, Amsterdam
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$359 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
NZ$359
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Amsterdam. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,531 reviews)
"Great location, helpful staff, handy small shop. Standard double slightly smaller than expected, room was beside lift so constant noise although probably more an issue for me being a light sleeper. Could have done with small table/chair but understand space an issue. View from window was brick wall. ..."

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

Eden Hotel Amsterdam
Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam

Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam

4.5 out of 5
Damrak 1-5, Amsterdam
The price is NZ$486 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
NZ$486
1 Oct - 2 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Amsterdam. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,300 reviews)
"This is a well located property right near the main Amsterdam Centraal train station. It was a great place to explore the city from and met our needs wonderfully. It is in need of some maintenance, however. The facilities see somewhat banged up in places and not as clean as I would expect for this ..."

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam
Anantara Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky Amsterdam

Anantara Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky Amsterdam

5 out of 5
Dam 9, Amsterdam
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$628 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
NZ$628
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Amsterdam. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Absolutely wonderful hotel and amazing staff. Beatrice was absolutely wonderful. Bar staff super friendly and accommodating . Looking forward to my next visit and stay."

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025

Anantara Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky Amsterdam
ibis Amsterdam Centre

ibis Amsterdam Centre

3 out of 5
Stationsplein 49, Amsterdam
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$330 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
NZ$330
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Amsterdam. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,871 reviews)
"Breakfast selection a bit limited"

Reviewed on 13 Sept 2025

ibis Amsterdam Centre
Radisson Blu Hotel, Amsterdam City Center

Radisson Blu Hotel, Amsterdam City Center

4.5 out of 5
Rusland 17, Amsterdam
The price is NZ$468 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
NZ$468
1 Oct - 2 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Amsterdam. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"nice place to stay and I stay there last 2 years, great folks"

Reviewed on 12 Sept 2025

Radisson Blu Hotel, Amsterdam City Center
DoubleTree by Hilton Amsterdam Centraal Station

DoubleTree by Hilton Amsterdam Centraal Station

4.5 out of 5
Oosterdoksstraat 4, Amsterdam
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$383 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
NZ$383
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Amsterdam. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (235 reviews)
"This was my second stay here, and overall, everything went well, from the check-in process and comfortable stay to the good selection of breakfast and great service throughout. However, on the last night, things took a disappointing turn. We were informed downstairs that the rooftop bar was still ..."

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Amsterdam Centraal Station
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Other neighbourhoods around Amsterdam City Centre

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Red Light District

Dam Square and Oude Kerk are just a few worthwhile attractions to visit in Red Light District. Travellers also love the fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries.

Red Light District
Dam Square which includes street scenes, heritage architecture and a city

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.

Old Town Amsterdam
Amsterdam showing street scenes, a river or creek and a 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.

Binnenstad
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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
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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.

Grachtengordel-Zuid
Amsterdam featuring a river or creek, boating and a city

Canal Ring

4.5/5(82 area reviews)

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.

Canal Ring

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