New Market Square (Nieuwmarkt) Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience New Market Square (Nieuwmarkt). Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• Amsterdam All-Inclusive 90-Minutes Canal Cruise by Captain Jack

• The Original Amsterdam City Highlights Bike Tour (EN/NL/DE)

• Amsterdam Captain Jacks Signature Cruise - 1,5 hour & Small group

• Amsterdam Evening Cruise Incl Drinks and Bites - Small Group Tour

• Amsterdam: Anne Frank and Jewish Quarter Walking Tour (TOP RATED)

There is no fee to visit New Market Square, as it's a public square that’s open to all. Many tours of Amsterdam visit the square, with costs ranging quite a bit: self-guided tours are from US$6, walking tours start around US$25, while cycling tours are from about US$35.

Yes, New Market Square is safe to visit at night. It’s in a centrally located area that gets plenty of foot traffic, and there are usually people around well into the evening. That said, take the same precautions you would in any big city: don’t flash valuables around or leave your possessions unattended.

Attractions near New Market Square include the medieval Old Church (Oude Kerk), the Royal Palace Amsterdam (Koninklijk Paleis), the Red Light District to the west, and Rembrandtplein to the south. Destinations further afield are easy to get to by bicycle, tram, metro, or even by boat.

The easiest way to get to New Market Square by public transportation is to take metro lines 51, 53, or 54 to Nieuwmarkt station, which is located directly on the square. Alternatively, board one of the numerous trams that connect to Amsterdam Centraal, which is about a 10-minute walk to Nieuwmarkt.

Yes, there is usually a market at Nieuwmarkt on most days, but the main markets at the square take place on weekends. On Saturday, there's a farmers market where you can pick up fresh produce. On Sundays from spring through fall, a flea market takes place at the square.