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

Amsterdam City Centre

3.5/5(4 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
Dam Square which includes heritage architecture, street scenes and a city

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 Anne Frank House and Dam Square are major draws. Catch the metro at Dam Stop or Nieuwezijds Kolk Stop to see more of the city.

Old Town Amsterdam
Amsterdam

Jordaan

Jordaan is well-liked for its breweries and churches. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Amsterdam Tulip Museum and Houseboat Museum are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Bloemgracht Stop or Rozengracht Stop to get around.

Jordaan
World Trade Center which includes city views and a city

Amsterdam South

4/5(1 area review)

Spend some time visiting places like Van Gogh Museum while getting to know Amsterdam South, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Boelelaan - Vrije Universiteit Stop or Parnassusweg Stop to see more of the area.

Amsterdam South
Amsterdam which includes a river or creek, boating and a city

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.

Canal Ring
Rijksmuseum showing a pond, views and a city

Museum Quarter

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

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 Rijksmuseum, and jump on the metro at Van Baerlestraat Stop or Concertgebouw Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Museum Quarter