Amsterdam Central Station is the beating heart of the city, not only in name, but also as the center of public transport. 250,000 people use this station every day. You will find stops here for almost all train, tram, metro and bus lines, as well as the free ferries to Amsterdam-Noord1. The station is a beautiful structure and one of the most beautiful buildings in the city. Let's explore what else there is to see and do in the Amsterdam Central area:

Admire the station building: As soon as you step off the train, you will be treated to this impressive building. The Central Station was built between 1881 and 1889 on three attached islands in the IJ, according to a design by the famous architect Pierre Cuypers, who also designed the Rijksmuseum 2.

Enjoy the view from the Public Library: The Public Library on Oosterdokskade is less than a ten-minute walk from the station. Take the escalator to the seventh floor and enjoy a beautiful view of the many church towers in the city center of Amsterdam from a height of 40 meters.

Lunch on the water at Hannekes Boom: Near the library you will find the hotspot Hannekes Boom. Find a spot on the colorful (winter) terrace on the water and enjoy a delicious lunch with a view of the boats passing by.

Stimulate your curiosity in the NEMO Science Museum: Close to Hannekes Boom is the NEMO Science Museum, a striking green building on the Oosterdok. Here you can stimulate your curiosity through interesting exhibitions, experiments and workshops. The roof of NEMO is also freely accessible, where you can not only enjoy the view, but also have a snack and drink on the terrace.
Get on the ferry to Amsterdam North: Do you want to discover a different side of Amsterdam? Then take the ferry to Amsterdam-Noord, a hip district full of creative hotspots. The ferry leaves at the back of the station and takes you to the other side of the IJ in less than five minutes. Visit the Tolhuistuin, the A'DAM Lookout tower, or fly over the most beautiful places in the Netherlands at This is Holland.