Westindische buurt Travel Guide
Amsterdam
Visit Westindische buurt
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.
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.
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.
Rijksmuseum
This palatial building full of Dutch paintings and international artifacts is the country’s largest public-funded museum.
Things to do
Day Trip to Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam and Marken from Amsterdam
Anne Frank's Story - Guided Walking Tour through Amsterdam
Amsterdam All-Inclusive 90-Minutes Canal Cruise by Captain Jack
Amsterdam: Keukenhof and Zaanse Schans Windmills Guided Day Trip
Giethoorn, Zaanse Schans Windmills Guided Day Trip from Amsterdam
Giethoorn, Afsluitdijk, Zaanse Schans Day Tour Incl Hotel Pick Up
Top hotels in Westindische buurt
citizenM Schiphol Airport
Small, cozy, comfortable rooms. Good value
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Amsterdam Centraal Station
Excellent in every way!
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Hotel ibis Schiphol Amsterdam Airport
Breakfast was not great but not bad.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Rho Hotel
Clean rooms good access to shops, streets, squires, overall good location clean tidy rooms respectful staff
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Room Mate Aitana, Amsterdam
Great stay, staff were accommodating and the room was perfect
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam
I felt the beds were a little hard and less comfortable than other European hotels we stayed at but the staff, location and other amenities more than compensated for it.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Westindische buurt
Amsterdam West
Known for its fascinating museums and charming cafes, there's plenty to explore in Amsterdam West. You can visit top attractions like Foodhallen and De Hallen, and jump on the metro at Adm. de Ruijterweg Stop or Jan van Galenstraat Stop (19) to see more of the city.
Oud-Zuid
Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Oud-Zuid. Check out top attractions like Van Gogh Museum and Concertgebouw, and jump on the metro at Emmastraat Tram Stop or Gerrit van der Veenstraat Stop to see more of the city.
Museum Quarter
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 Stedelijk Museum, and jump on the metro at Van Baerlestraat Stop or Concertgebouw Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Jordaan
Get to know Jordaan and its many features like its breweries and churches. You might want to explore sights like Amsterdam Tulip Museum and Houseboat Museum, and you can jump on the metro at Bloemgracht Stop or Rozengracht Stop to get around the city.
De Weteringschans
While you're in De Weteringschans, take in top sights like Utrechtsestraat or Paradiso, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Vijzelgracht Station or Weteringcircuit 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.
