Tram line 2 - Sight
Tram line 2 runs from Centraal Station via Dam Square, Leidseplein and Museumplein to Nieuw Sloten. National Geographic Traveler ranks it among the most beautiful tram routes in the world.
What can you expect at tram line 2?
- Route: The first section, from the station to Hoofddorpplein, passes canals, the Vondelpark and the museums. After that the tram continues through Nieuw-West to the terminus.
- Museums: Get off at the Museumplein stop for the Rijksmuseum, the Van Gogh Museum and the Stedelijk Museum.
- Along the way: From the Paleisstraat stop it is a short walk to the Royal Palace. Leidseplein is the lively heart of the city's nightlife.
- History: Since 1992 line 2 has run along the Paulus Potterstraat and Hobbemastraat, right past the museums. The Museumplein stop opened in 2021.
Practical information
- Departure: The tram departs from the west side of Centraal Station on the Stationsplein.
- Tickets: With a GVB day ticket you can hop off and back on as often as you like. Always check in and out.
- Ideal for: Ideal for visitors who want to see a lot of the city in a short time, also with children.
A ride on tram line 2 is the easiest way to see the finest side of Amsterdam in one go.
Furthermore Tram line 2 is near the following sights: Hop On Hop Off Boat (±90 m), Stromma Cruise (±100 m), Lovers Cruise (±150 m), Basilica of Saint Nicholas (±225 m) & Venus tempel Sex Museum (±225 m).
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