Watergraafsmeer Travel Guide
Amsterdam
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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.
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.
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.
Rijksmuseum
This palatial building full of Dutch paintings and international artifacts is the country’s largest public-funded museum.
Vondelpark
One of the oldest and largest public parks in Amsterdam is a relaxing place to rest, have lunch or watch a performance after visiting the nearby museums.
Things to do
Anne Frank's Story - Guided Walking Tour through Amsterdam
Day Trip to Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam and Marken from Amsterdam
Amsterdam All-Inclusive 90-Minutes Canal Cruise by Captain Jack
Amsterdam: Keukenhof, Zaanse Schans Windmills, Cheese Guided Tour
Blue Boat Company - 75 minute City Canal Cruise
Moco Museum: Banksy, Basquiat, Warhol, Kusama & More
Top hotels in Watergraafsmeer
Hotel Casa Amsterdam
Never had breakfast
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
citizenM Schiphol Airport
Loved CitizenM the staff, amenities and food were all beyond my expectations
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Hotel ibis Schiphol Amsterdam Airport
Did the job nicely, the outside of the building is a bit worn and weathered but the inside is very modern and some work is ongoing to improve it further. Really useful self scan mini shop at reception although maybe a bit pricey. Very friendly, helpful staff. The room was maybe slightly on the basic ...
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Amsterdam Centraal Station
Clean room nice staff good breakfast
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam
Great location for everything Amsterdam. The staff were all 1000% knowledgeable and willing to go above and beyond. Both gentleman concierges went well beyond the expected scope of their roles by being willing to not only recommend Dutch bakeries where ai might acquire a simple birthday cake, but ...
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Rho Hotel
The staff at RHO were great! They answered any questions I had and they were very nice folks. For the most part the room I had was clean. There were some marks on the walls that could have been cleaned up, but thats just me nit picking. The sheets and comforters were cleaned very well along with ...
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Watergraafsmeer
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.
Weesperbuurt
While you're in Weesperbuurt, take in top sights like Royal Theater Carre or Magere Brug, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Weesperplein Station or Korte 's-Gravesandestraat 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.
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.
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.
De Weteringschans
While you're in De Weteringschans, take in top sights like Leidseplein or Paradiso, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Vijzelgracht Station or Weteringcircuit Stop.
