Old Town Amsterdam Travel Guide
Amsterdam
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Popular places to visit
Dam Square
Visit Amsterdam’s lively central square, a venue that’s seen both protests and celebrations.
Anne Frank House
See where this courageous Jewish teenager and her family hid from the Nazis during World War II, and where she penned her famous diary.
Leidseplein
This lively square is an entertainment hub bursting with lively bars and restaurants, theatres and music venues, as well as engaging street performers.
Rembrandt Square
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.
The 9 Streets
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.
Amsterdam Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Amsterdam Museum during your travels in Amsterdam. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in Old Town Amsterdam
Grand Hotel Amrâth Amsterdam
Beautiful old building from 1700s. Modern facility with fantastic spa area with pool, sauan, infa red, steam and hot tub.
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam
The staff treated us like family. So accommodating and kind!
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Anantara Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky Amsterdam
Great location. Breakfast is 5/5. Staff very friendly.
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Amsterdam Centraal Station
great location. Wonderful rooftop bar. excellent service.
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
ibis Amsterdam Centre
great location and great bar area. the only complaint is one of the elevators had vomit in it. Things happen when everyone is having fun. we told them about at it at 530am and when we came back at 8am after breakfast before leaving for the airport it was still in the elevator. I would stay ...
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Radisson Blu Hotel, Amsterdam City Center
I really enjoyed my stay here and in the neighborhood. It was easy to get here with public transportation to and from the airport and I found many of the things I wanted to see within a 15-20 minute walking distance from the hotel, and rarely took the metro. As for the hotel, it was clean, the staff ...
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Old Town Amsterdam
Red Light District
Oude Kerk and Warmoesstraat are just a few worthwhile attractions to visit in Red Light District. Travellers also love the fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries.
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.
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.
Grachtengordel-West
While you're in Grachtengordel-West, take in top sights like Herengracht Canal or Prinsengracht, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Westermarkt Stop or Koningsplein 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.
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.
Old Town Amsterdam Travel Guide
Hotels Near Old Town Amsterdam, Amsterdam
- Amsterdam City Centre Hotels
- Jordaan Hotels
- Binnenstad Hotels
- Museum Quarter Hotels
- Red Light District Hotels
- Nieuwmarkt en Lastage Hotels
- Canal Ring Hotels
- Amsterdam South Hotels
- Grachtengordel-West Hotels
- De Weteringschans Hotels
- Amsterdam North Hotels
- Amsterdam East Hotels
- Amsterdam West Hotels
- Oude Pijp Hotels
- Oud-Zuid Hotels
- Weesperbuurt Hotels
- Amstelveld Hotels
- Haarlemmerbuurt Hotels
- Oud-West Hotels
- Burgwallen Nieuwe Zijde Hotels
