Amsterdam

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Red Light District featuring a city and a river or creek
Old Town Amsterdam showing a city and heritage architecture
Flower Market which includes a river or creek
Leidseplein which includes a city, night scenes and street scenes
Old Town Amsterdam featuring heritage elements

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Where to stay in Amsterdam

Flower Market showing a city, a river or creek and markets

Amsterdam City Centre

4.5/5(2,270 area reviews)

Dam Square and Anne Frank House are a few top attractions in Amsterdam City Centre. Hop around the city on the metro at Nieuwmarkt Station or Waterlooplein Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, charming cafes, and popular shops.

Amsterdam City Centre
Red Light District showing a city, a river or creek and a sunset

Red Light District

Explore this vibrant area with a mix of architectural styles and colorful streets known for adult entertainment. Visit local coffeeshops and the museums in the neighborhood for a unique experience.

Red Light District
Amsterdam Tulip Museum showing street scenes and signage as well as a small group of people

Jordaan

Upscale modern art galleries thrive in this historic area, while markets bustle at Noordermarkt, Westerstraat, and Lindengracht. Explore tranquil gardens and hidden courtyards (hofjes), or visit the Anne Frank House nearby.

Jordaan
Rijksmuseum showing a pond, views and a city

Museum Quarter

4.5/5(1,225 area reviews)

In the heart of Amsterdam-Zuid, Museumkwartier boasts major museums like Rijksmuseum, Stedelijk Museum, and Van Gogh Museum. Enjoy concerts at Concertgebouw, unwind in Vondelpark, and access tram lines 2, 3, 5, 12, 16, and 24.

Museum Quarter
Amsterdam which includes a river or creek, boating and a city

Canal Ring

4.5/5(1,372 area reviews)

Discover Amsterdam's Grachtengordel, where 17th-century canal homes and small bridges adorn the Singel, Herengracht, Keizersgracht, and Prinsengracht canals. Visit the Anne Frank House and other nearby museums for a rich cultural experience.

Canal Ring
Dam Square which includes heritage architecture, street scenes and a city

Old Town Amsterdam

Historical city centre with a majority of landmarks, Amsterdam-Centrum boasts the UNESCO-listed canal belt and consists of fourteen distinct neighborhoods. Explore the charming streets and immerse yourself in the rich history.

Old Town Amsterdam
Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam
Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam
4.5 out of 5
Damrak 1-5, Amsterdam
The price is SAR 977 per night from Apr 21 to Apr 22
SAR 977
SAR 1,187 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
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! (1,828 reviews)
"Nice and clean"

Reviewed on 31 March 2025

Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam
citizenM Schiphol Airport
citizenM Schiphol Airport
4 out of 5
Jan Plezierweg 2, Schiphol
The price is SAR 532 per night from Apr 6 to Apr 7
SAR 532
SAR 613 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
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! (2,941 reviews)
"Great location but are exposed to the elements when walking over from the airport. Food was quite good I would have preferred an in-room option."

Reviewed on 31 March 2025

citizenM Schiphol Airport
Ruby Emma Hotel Amsterdam
Ruby Emma Hotel Amsterdam
4 out of 5
Amstelvlietstraat 4, Amsterdam
The price is SAR 500 per night from Apr 6 to Apr 7
SAR 500
SAR 608 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
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! (1,218 reviews)
"Few breakfast options. Not much immediately surrounding, but close to the metro. Staff was fantastic. Very welcoming"

Reviewed on 1 April 2025

Ruby Emma Hotel Amsterdam
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Amsterdam ID Aparthotel
Amsterdam ID Aparthotel
3 out of 5
Naritaweg 51, Amsterdam
Stay at this 3-star spa aparthotel in Amsterdam. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (915 reviews)
"Such a wonderful place to stay, only one stop away from Amsterdam Central by train, a very short walk to the train station. Uber is also a good option for quick access to the museum district. We got upgraded to a one bedroom apartment with full kitchen and 2 very spacious bathrooms. The size of the ..."

Reviewed on 29 March 2025

Amsterdam ID Aparthotel
Cityden Zuidas
Cityden Zuidas
4 out of 5
Professor J.H. Bavincklaan 3, Amstelveen
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Amstelveen. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (954 reviews)
"Clean and spacious room. Good location. Easy to get Uber and tram stop nearby"

Reviewed on 24 March 2025

Cityden Zuidas
Cityden Stadshart
Cityden Stadshart
4 out of 5
Stroombaan 1, Amstelveen
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Amstelveen. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9/10 Wonderful! (507 reviews)
"2024年11月份在阿姆斯特丹入住该酒店五晚。这家酒店虽然离市区比较远,但是酒店附近就有一班轻轨途经市内各个博物馆和景点,并直达火车站,出行很方便。 因为我们是早上到达的,酒店的前台接待人员在房间清洁后尽快给我们安排了入住,可以使我们在长途乘机后尽快得到休息,非常人性化! 房间里配备有烧水壶、电炉、冰箱、简单的厨具和餐具,能在每天奔波回到酒店后烧壶水、泡杯茶。。。 酒店一楼的餐厅,早、中、晚餐都不错,有很多选择,值得一提的是酒店隔壁就是一家中餐馆,菜品都不错,还可以吃到正宗的北京烤鸭,原来是一家米其林餐厅!都于到欧洲旅行的我们,虽然可以品尝欧洲的各种美食,但是能吃到正宗的中餐还是感到很幸福。 ..."

Reviewed on 22 March 2025

Cityden Stadshart
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Amsterdam

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Top Destination
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I love you Amsterdam.! I will visit you again and love you despite how much others make me feel otherwise about you.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I have planned this trip my whole life. I have relatives in Friesland and Groneigen and my grandparents and mother were born in the Netherlands. Although we have not it to the Netherlands yet due to the coronavirus the checked off sites I visited

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Very disappointed the museums were closed due to COVID-19, but did get to take a canal tour, Brussels trip, and tour of the countryside. Will be back soon to see the museums, my sole purpose for going to Amsterdam.

5/5 - Excellent

Ocprtony

My favorite place in the world! A must visit if you have not been here

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

I really hope to come back some day and enjoy the city. I'm sure it's wonderful. All of the museums shut down, and now the country is basically under lock down, so we just had bad timing.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

This is what the tourist industry calls a 3 day city. you can see most of the major sites in three days. Too much emphasis on weed and the bike lanes, plus tram lanes, plus cars make it very challenging with kids.