Zaanse Schans Travel Guide
Zaandam
Visit Zaanse Schans
Popular places to visit
Czar Peter House
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Czar Peter House during your trip to Zaandam. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.
Zaans Museum
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Zaans Museum during your travels in Zaandam. Discover the acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.
Jisper House Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Jisper House Museum during your trip to Zaandam. Amble around the area's gardens or experience its museums.
Zaantheater
You can enjoy a show at Zaantheater on your trip to Zaandam. Discover the fascinating museums in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.
World of Windmills
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in World of Windmills during your travels in Zaandam. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Het HEM
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Het HEM during your trip to Zaandam. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Top hotels in Zaanse Schans
Ruby Emma Hotel Amsterdam
A few things - the place is controlled via iPads and tech there isn’t a phone or room service or anything to connect with the staff. Elevators are all controlled through key pads and you have to check yourself in and do all the work to get your keycard working. While the staff are helpful and friendly ...
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
citizenM Schiphol Airport
Fabulous hotel. Less than 10 min walk from airport, beautiful staff. Rooms are small but well designed. Great breakfast
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Amsterdam Centraal Station
Lovely place very clean and everyone was lovely just a bit of a walk into the centre that’s all
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Room Mate Aitana, Amsterdam
exelent stay. very good location.
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Poppies
Room is okay. Small with no window but they make up for it with modern touches and clever lighting. However, anything longer than a 2 day stay starts to feel a bit prisony... Staff weren't that friendly either, food was often not available.
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Rho Hotel
The location is amazing. Breakfast is more than I could ask for, simple yet satisfying. Rooms were pretty decent. Really recommend it. Walk anywhere from here.
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
