What is the most famous part of Amsterdam?

The gigantic Rijksmuseum is Amsterdam's most popular attraction. With over 5,000 paintings, this museum tells the story of 800 years of Dutch history, including the 17th century, also known as the Dutch Golden Age.



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The 10 Best Neighborhoods in Amsterdam for Tourists
  • Southern Canal Belt (Grachtengordel-Zuid) ...
  • Jordaan. ...
  • Oud-Zuid (Old South AKA Museum Quarter) ...
  • De Pijp. ...
  • De Plantage and Amsterdam-Oost. ...
  • Amsterdam Noord. ...
  • Amsterdam-West. ...
  • Oostelijke Eilanden (Eastern Islands & Docklands) and IJburg.


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The only famously (supposedly) dangerous area in Amsterdam is Zuidoost, an area rather separated with some distance from the city. No chance you will wander around here by accident! Zuidoost, also called Bijlmer, was built in the 1960s as a new haven for young families.

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If you want to get around Amsterdam mostly on foot (and have a pleasant time while you're at it), stay in the Centrum or Jordaan, areas filled with tiny streets rather than large, sprawling blocks.

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Today OZ Voorburgwal is one of the most famous streets within the famour Red Light District, with destinations ranging from sex shops and peep shows to bars and cannabis coffee houses. The area is also packed with historic sites, captivating architecture and famous buildings for you to enjoy.

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How many nights should I stay in Amsterdam? As a general rule, most travelers can plan on spending between 2-4 days in Amsterdam, depending on whether or not they take any day trips, and how long they plan to spend in the Netherlands overall.

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The best time to visit Amsterdam is typically from late April to early May, when the weather is mild and the tulips are in bloom. However, the city is busy with tourists during this time, so be prepared for crowds. If you're looking for a quieter trip, consider visiting Amsterdam in late September or October.

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AMSTERDAM (Reuters) - Long famed for its casual attitude to marijuana use, the Dutch capital Amsterdam says it now has a serious problem with hard drugs that has brought increased violence and corruption at the hands of “hustlers, parasites and extortionists”.

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Everyone is welcome to visit the Red Light District, although, always be respectful and never take photographs or record videos. Please note it's prohibited to drink alcohol and smoke cannabis in public. This behaviour will not be tolerated and will result in fines.

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The Meaning of Purple Lights Contrary to what some may think, the purple lights in Amsterdam have nothing to do with the infamous Red Light District. Instead, these purple lights are often used to indicate the presence of cannabis-related establishments known as “coffee shops.”

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