About
Amsterdam's bustling heart, a lively plaza with the royal palace and historic charm.
Why go
- The energy and architecture make it worth pushing through
- Historic, lively and perfect for a quick coffee stop
- Home to many tourist attractions
Must try
- Grab a stroopwafel from a nearby vendor
- Check out the street performers
- Snap a picture with the royal palace
- Visit the royal palace
- See the royal palace and national monument
Pro tips
- Start at amsterdam centraal and walk to dam square
- Stay away during peak hours to avoid tourist crowds
- Check in and explore the lively city centre
- Starting point for exploring the city
- Starting point for day 1 itinerary
Good to know
- It's just lots of pigeons and lots of rubbish
- Busy, intense, very amsterdam, and very touristy
- A busy, touristy square with the royal palace
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