Squares and parks - Van der Valk Breukelen

Amsterdam has several nice squares with often plenty to do in the side streets too. Both during the day and at night.

If the weather is nice and you want to get away from the hustle and bustle, you can relax very pleasantly among the local Amsterdammers in e.g. the Vondelpark.

Leiden Square (Leidseplein)

Planning a night out in Amsterdam? Head down to Leiden Square (Leidseplein,) which is known as the center of nightlife where you can choose from hundreds of bars, clubs, restaurants and discos that would suit every style and taste.

Rembrandtplein

One of Amsterdam's main squares, this is an ideal place to sit on one of the many terraces and watch the world go by.

Vondelpark

At one of Amsterdam's most famous parks, travelers can enjoy a host of outdoor activities amid beautiful English-style landscaping. Here, you can hike the countless trails or ride a bike around to spot charming bandstands and even a sculpture by Picasso along the way. Have a picnic by the pond as herons and ducks waltz past or pop by one of the many cafes in the park. You might want to visit between April and May to see the park awash with tulips in bloom or between May and September to watch live concerts at the open-air theater. – Tripadvisor

Nieuwmarkt

Dam Square

All roads lead to Dam Square, the real heart of Amsterdam, where The Royal Palace, the Nieuwe Kerk and the War Memorial overlook this vast and bustling open space.