Bijlmer-Oost Travel Guide
Amsterdam
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Popular places to visit
Van Gogh Museum
This modern museum houses the world’s largest collection of the legendary Dutch master painter who led a troubled life and never saw his work become famous.
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.
Rijksmuseum
This palatial building full of Dutch paintings and international artifacts is the country’s largest public-funded museum.
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.
RAI Exhibition and Congress Centre
Learn about the events happening in RAI Exhibition and Congress Centre during your trip to Amsterdam. Discover the fascinating museums in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.
Things to do
Day Trip to Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam and Marken from Amsterdam
Amsterdam All-Inclusive 90-Minutes Canal Cruise by Captain Jack
Giethoorn, Zaanse Schans Windmills Guided Day Trip from Amsterdam
Moco Museum: Banksy, Basquiat, Warhol, Kusama & More
Amsterdam Small-Group Canal Cruise Including Snacks and Drinks
Top hotels in Bijlmer-Oost
citizenM Schiphol Airport
Walkable to the airport. Staff was friendly and helpful. Room was perfect for an overnight.
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Amsterdam Centraal Station
Overpriced hotel. For one night, check in 3:00pm and checkout 8:00am, $900.00 Canadian. Not worth it. If not for our river cruise only picking up from this hotel, we would have stayed at our first hotel we had been in for previous 4 nights at a third of the cost and LOVELY. Had we known, we would ...
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026
Rho Hotel
Wonderful hotel. Clean, large rooms, extremely helpful and kind staff available 24/7. You couldn't ask for a better location its an easy walk to either Centraal or the Rijksmuseum, wonderful location to stroll from for sightseeing or people watching. I saw that people had complained about noise but ...
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Room Mate Aitana, Amsterdam
Hotel staff was brilliant,bar staff quite rude.came back for drink at 10:35.was told closing,The night before was told bar closed at 11:00. Given complimentary cocktails to taste then night after no cocktails available?,no one can make them This let the hotel down 👎.
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026
Kimpton De Witt Amsterdam by IHG
Excellent service from staff
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Ruby Emma Hotel Amsterdam
Very good, Very nice
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Bijlmer-Oost
Amsterdam East
Amsterdam East is highly notable for its fantastic nightlife, and you might want to visit top sights like Passenger Terminal Amsterdam and Blijburg Beach. See more of Amsterdam by jumping on the metro at Molukkenstraat Stop or Soembawastraat Stop.
De Pijp
Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in De Pijp. Top attractions like Albert Cuyp Market and Former Town Hall of Nieuwer-Amstel are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Cornelis Troostplein Stop or v. Hilligaertstraat Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Weesperbuurt
While you're in Weesperbuurt, take in top sights like Royal Theater Carre or Hermitage Amsterdam, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Weesperplein Station or Korte 's-Gravesandestraat Stop.
Oude Pijp
While you're in Oude Pijp, take in top sights like Albert Cuyp Market or Heineken Experience, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Marie Heinekenplein Stop or 2e van der Helststraat Stop.
Amsterdam South
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Amsterdam South. Spend some time visiting top spots like Van Gogh Museum, and catch the metro at Boelelaan - Vrije Universiteit Stop or Parnassusweg Stop to see more of the area.
De Weteringschans
While you're in De Weteringschans, take in top sights like Paradiso or Holland Casino, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Vijzelgracht Station or Weteringcircuit Stop.
