Bijlmer-Oost Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Dam Square

Dam Square

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

Dam Square
Van Gogh Museum featuring interior views

Van Gogh Museum

The work of one of the art world’s most enigmatic geniuses is the focus of this fascinating Amsterdam museum.

Van Gogh Museum
Anne Frank House

Anne Frank House

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

Anne Frank House
Rijksmuseum

Rijksmuseum

View one of the finest collections of Dutch masters in the world alongside priceless treasures from Asia and elsewhere.

Rijksmuseum
Leidseplein

Leidseplein

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

Leidseplein
Vondelpark showing a statue or sculpture, a monument and a pond

Vondelpark

This green lung in the urban jumble of central Amsterdam is a great place to take some exercise, watch a performance or just chill out with the locals.

Vondelpark

Activities

Amsterdam: 1-Hour Canal Cruise from Central Station

Amsterdam: 1-Hour Canal Cruise from Central Station

NZ$34
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Amsterdam: 1-Hour Canal Cruise from Central Station
I amsterdam City Card

I amsterdam City Card

NZ$127
per traveller
84% of travellers recommend
I amsterdam City Card
Blue Boat Company - 75 minute City Canal Cruise

Blue Boat Company - 75 minute City Canal Cruise

NZ$29
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Blue Boat Company - 75 minute City Canal Cruise
Blue Sky - Open Boat City Canal Cruise

Blue Sky - Open Boat City Canal Cruise

NZ$38
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Blue Sky - Open Boat City Canal Cruise
Old peatdiggers house Giethoorn

Giethoorn, Zaanse Schans Windmills Guided Day Trip from Amsterdam

NZ$185
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Giethoorn, Zaanse Schans Windmills Guided Day Trip from Amsterdam
Absolutely Amsterdam - the Essential Introductory Walking Tour

Absolutely Amsterdam - the Essential Introductory Walking Tour

NZ$10
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Absolutely Amsterdam - the Essential Introductory Walking Tour
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Our pick of the best Bijlmer-Oost Hotel Deals

citizenM Schiphol Airport

citizenM Schiphol Airport

4 out of 5
Jan Plezierweg 2, Schiphol
The price is NZ$210 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
NZ$210
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Schiphol. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,113 reviews)
Convenient option at the airport
"Delayed flight meant I needed to spend the night. Wanted to be close to the airport for early morning flight the next day. Hotel was a 5 min walk from the airport, check-in was easy with staff assistance. Room was artsy, modern and clean. An iPad was provided to utilize the tv but I couldn’t get ..."

Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025

citizenM Schiphol Airport
Hotel Casa Amsterdam

Hotel Casa Amsterdam

4 out of 5
Eerste Ringdijkstraat 4, Amsterdam
The price is NZ$197 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
NZ$197
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Amsterdam. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"The staff were lovely and the coffee was excellent"

Reviewed on 31 Jul. 2025

Hotel Casa Amsterdam
Best Western Amsterdam

Best Western Amsterdam

3 out of 5
Voorburgstraat 250, Amsterdam
The price is NZ$174 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
NZ$174
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Amsterdam. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,011 reviews)
"It was good the money well spent"

Reviewed on 3 Aug. 2025

Best Western Amsterdam
Ruby Emma Hotel Amsterdam

Ruby Emma Hotel Amsterdam

4 out of 5
Amstelvlietstraat 4, Amsterdam
The price is NZ$188 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
NZ$188
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Amsterdam. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,507 reviews)
"We really enjoyed our stay here - the staff are amazing. Everyone is so kind. I particularly enjoyed Joy, who took extra good care of us. The hotel itself is stylish and lovely. The food and drinks were great. It's a slight trek into the city central, but the train is a 5-minute walk and incredibly ..."

Reviewed on 6 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 NZ$471 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
NZ$471
7 Sept - 8 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 breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,157 reviews)
Room with a view
"The hotel is a bit dated and was not particularly clean. The service was good though we waited in long lines for check in, and concierge questions. The bar while pricey had good food and beverages but service was slow. You're really paying for the central location. The bed and room were excellent ..."

Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025

Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam
Kimpton De Witt Amsterdam by IHG

Kimpton De Witt Amsterdam by IHG

4 out of 5
Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal 5, Amsterdam
The price is NZ$414 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
NZ$414
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Amsterdam. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,013 reviews)
"Nice staff"

Reviewed on 5 Aug. 2025

Kimpton De Witt Amsterdam by IHG
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Other neighbourhoods around Bijlmer-Oost

Amsterdam Southeast featuring boating and a river or creek

Zuidoost

4/5(15 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
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Amsterdam East

4/5(49 area reviews)

Amsterdam East is highly notable for its fantastic nightlife, and you might want to visit top sights like Passenger Terminal Amsterdam and Blijburg Beach. See more of Amsterdam by jumping on the metro at Molukkenstraat Stop or Soembawastraat Stop.

Amsterdam East
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De Pijp

4.5/5(12 area reviews)

Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in De Pijp. Top attractions like Albert Cuyp Market and De Dageraad are major draws, and you can catch the metro at v. Hilligaertstraat Tram Stop or Cornelis Troostplein Stop to see more of the city.

De Pijp
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
Leidseplein which includes motorbike riding, a city and street scenes

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
World Trade Center featuring central business district and a city

Amsterdam South

4.5/5(14 area reviews)

You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Amsterdam South. Spend some time visiting top spots like Van Gogh Museum, and catch the metro at Boelelaan - Vrije Universiteit Stop or Parnassusweg Stop to see more of the area.

Amsterdam South

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