Amsterdam City Centre
Popular places to visit
Dam Square
Amsterdam’s iconic square, with its cobbled stones and grand historical buildings, is a lively gathering place and venue for protests and celebrations.
Anne Frank House
See where this brave and famous Jewish teenager hid from the Nazis during World War II and recorded her world-famous diary.
Leidseplein
This lively square in the heart of Amsterdam’s cultural district offers dining and entertainment, with an array of theater, movie, music, comedy and street performances.
Amsterdam Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Amsterdam Museum during your travels in Amsterdam. Experience the great live music and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Flower Market
Enjoy the colors and fragrance of typical Dutch flowers, or buy bulbs and souvenirs while browsing the floating flower stalls on one of Amsterdam’s oldest canals.
The 9 Streets
During your trip to Amsterdam, you can do some window-shopping at The 9 Streets. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Amsterdam: Zaanse Schans 3-Hour Small Group Tour
Amsterdam: Canal Booze Cruise with Unlimited Drinks Option
Rotterdam, Delft & The Hague Full-Day Tour from Amsterdam
Amsterdam: Anne Frank and Jewish Quarter Walking Tour (TOP RATED)
Amsterdam: Hidden Gems & Highlights Guided Bike Tour
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Other neighbourhoods around Amsterdam City Centre
Red Light District
The fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries are notable features of Red Light District. Make a stop by Dam Square or Oude Kerk while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Amsterdam Central Metro Station to get around town.
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 Anne Frank House 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 Madame Tussauds 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.
Burgwallen Nieuwe Zijde
If you're spending time in Burgwallen Nieuwe Zijde, check out sights like Dam Square or Amsterdam Museum and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Paleisstraat Tram Stop or Spui Stop.
Canal Ring
Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Canal Ring. Check out top attractions like Anne Frank House and Reguliersdwarsstraat, and jump on the metro at Muntplein Tram Stop or Rembrandtplein Stop to see more of the city.
- Dam Square
- Anne Frank House
- Leidseplein
- Amsterdam Museum
- Flower Market
- ARTIS
- Rembrandt Square
- Royal Palace
- Nemo Science Museum
- Sexmuseum
- Madame Tussauds
- Holland Casino
- Paradiso
- Royal Theater Carre
- Rembrandt House Museum
- Herengracht Canal
- National Maritime Museum
- Warmoesstraat
- Reguliersdwarsstraat
- Berlage Stock Exchange
- Prostitution Information Centre
- Nieuwmarkt Square
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