Zuidas Travel Guide
Amsterdam
Popular places to visit
World Trade Center
This business hub outside the city center caters to international crowds with shops, art exhibits and restaurants.
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.
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.
Things to do
Day Trip to Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam and Marken from Amsterdam
Amsterdam All-Inclusive 90-Minutes Canal Cruise by Captain Jack
Amsterdam Classic Saloon Boat Cruise with Drinks and Cheese
Amsterdam: 1-Hour Canal Cruise from Central Station
Blue Boat Company - 75 minute City Canal Cruise
Amsterdam Small-Group Canal Cruise Including Snacks and Drinks
Top hotels in Zuidas
citizenM Amsterdam South
Spotless room, helpful staff, easy check-in and check-out
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
INNSiDE by Meliá Amsterdam
Gorgeous hotel with lovely staff. We enjoyed our time in the hotel for my partner’s birthday and would definitely return.
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Van der Valk Hotel Amsterdam Zuidas
It was great.
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
Crowne Plaza Amsterdam South by IHG
Amazing hotel! We visited from Canada and stayed here for three nights. The staff were so kind and helpful. Oraine made sure that we felt special as this was our first time in Amsterdam and we were celebrating our anniversary. The room was clean. The washroom was really nice and modern. Seems like ...
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
citizenM Schiphol Airport
Wouldn't want to stay more than 1 or 2 nights, but fine
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
Ruby Emma Hotel Amsterdam
The green and sustainability aspect of the hotel. It’s clean, friendly and comfortable. Very convenient, just 6 stops of metro to central.
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Zuidas
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.
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.
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 De Dageraad are major draws, and you can catch the metro at v. Hilligaertstraat Tram Stop or Cornelis Troostplein 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.
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.
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.
