Leidseplein, which translates to Leiden Square in English, is a square in southern Amsterdam. It is now the city's transport hub and serves several tram lines and gives people access to the city's shopping and nightlife.

Known as an entertainment square, visitors will often find street performers located in east Leidseplein. These performers often dance in the street in order to entertain visitors. During the summer it is not uncommon for the bars in Leidseplein to be packed with people. During the winter the square's outdoor terrace is covered and an ice skating rink can then be found in the square. There are also many food stalls serving up hot food during the winter months in Leidseplein.

Leidseplein Square is where visitors will find the flagship stores for both Apple and BMW. They are in the Hirschgebouw building that used to serve as the home of a large department store. The interiors of both the Apple and BMW stores are unique and often attract visitors.

The main streets of Leidseplein Square are home to a variety of Argentian, Chinese and Italian restaurants. There are also many high-end restaurants located throughout the square, such as Café America, which can be found in the Eden Amsterdam American Hotel. Many people enjoy Café America's Sunday afternoon Jazz Brunch.

Visitors looking for more information about the area's nightlife can go to Kleine Gartmanplantsoen 21. This is an office that helps guide visitors to the nightlife destinations throughout the eastern end of Leiden Square.