What to do and see in Old Center, North Holland Province: The Best Historic Walking Areas

July 16, 2021 Mikaela Didonna

This city, full of colorful homes, canals and bridges, is one of Europe's most picturesque capitals. Must-sees on any visitor's itinerary include the Anne Frank House, the Van Gogh Museum and the world's only floating flower market. Rent a bike and join thousands of locals navigating Amsterdam's labyrinthine streets, or just take in the sights on foot. For an unusual and memorable alternative to hotels, consider staying in a houseboat.
Restaurants in Amsterdam

1. Begijnhof

Gedempte Begijnensloot, 1012 RM Amsterdam The Netherlands +31 20 622 1918 http://www.begijnhofamsterdam.nl/
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4.5 based on 4,570 reviews

Begijnhof

Tucked away just off Spui, this delightful collection of houses arranged around an open court is well worth searching out.

Reviewed By EileenMtShasta - Mount Shasta, United States

Definitely worth a quick visit, such a nice and peaceful place with two churches and the oldest house in Amsterdam, from the 1400s (it is the black house right in front of the statue of the Begijn lady). I went as part of Rick Steves free "Amsterdam City Walk" audio guide. Do a search online and download it for free!

2. Zeedijk

Oudezijds Kolk to Nieuwmarkt, Amsterdam The Netherlands +31 20 622 1763 [email protected] http://www.zeedijk.nl/
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4.0 based on 235 reviews

Zeedijk

The best selection of cheap eateries in Amsterdam is to be found on Zeedijk.

Reviewed By macedonboy - Glasgow, United Kingdom

The "Chinatown" area of Amsterdam. There's certainly a large concentration of Chinese restaurants in the are, a Chinese temple and Chinese supermarket. Although the area is quite trendy and cosmopolitan and comprises restaurants, cafes and bars to suit all tastes.

3. Spui

Spui, Amsterdam The Netherlands
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4.0 based on 34 reviews

Spui

4. Spinhuissteeg

Spinhuissteeg 1, 1012 CJ Amsterdam The Netherlands http://www.monumenten.nl/monument/5390
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3.0 based on 1 reviews

Spinhuissteeg

5. Vredenburgh

Vredenburgersteeg Station side Oudezijds island, Amsterdam The Netherlands http://www.amsterdamsehofjes.nl/hofje/vredenburgh/
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Vredenburgh

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