Old Town Amsterdam Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Old Town Amsterdam
Stay near popular Old Town Amsterdam attractions
Activities
Amsterdam: Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam & Marken Bus Tour
Amsterdam: Canal Cruise with Unlimited Drinks & Bite option
Amsterdam: Smoke and Lounge City Boat Cruise
Blue Boat Company - 75 minute City Canal Cruise
Amsterdam: Bruges trip in English with Boat & Beer Options
Amsterdam: Amsterdam & Region Travel Ticket for 1-3 Days
Our pick of the best Old Town Amsterdam Hotel Deals
ibis Amsterdam Centre
"Location was excellent. Rooms were not cleaned even on repeated request. Staff didn't make any effort to make you feel comfortable. But walkable distance to train station. Ideal location. Everything else below average."
Reviewed on 18 Sept 2026
Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam
"This stunning, historic hotel was absolutely perfect for our short stay in Amsterdam. Located just across the canal from Central Station and extremely convenient to hundreds of shops, restaurants, museums, and other attractions, it’s the perfect place to experience the city’s central texture and ..."
Reviewed on 18 Sept 2026
NH City Centre Amsterdam
DoubleTree by Hilton Amsterdam Centraal Station
Leonardo Eden Hotel Amsterdam City Center
"Seamless check in process. A short walk/bike ride from some popular spots. Quiet area at night to relax. Clean hotel, ac in the room, and friendly staff."
Reviewed on 19 Sept 2026
Kimpton De Witt Amsterdam by IHG
Our guide on where to stay in Old Town Amsterdam
Amsterdam City Centre
Known for its fascinating museums, charming cafes and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Amsterdam City Centre. Top attractions like Dam Square and Nieuwmarkt Square are major draws. Catch the metro at Nieuwmarkt Station or Waterlooplein Station to see more of the city.
Jordaan
Get to know Jordaan and its many features like its breweries and churches. You might want to explore sights like Houseboat Museum and The 9 Streets, and you can jump on the metro at Bloemgracht Stop or Rozengracht Stop to get around 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.
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.
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.
