Binnenstad Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Binnenstad
Popular places to visit
Dam Square
History and heritage, fun and festivities come together in the beating heart of old and new Amsterdam.
Amsterdam Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Amsterdam Museum during your travels in Amsterdam. Experience the fascinating museums and great live music in this vibrant area.
Sexmuseum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Sexmuseum during your travels in Amsterdam. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this vibrant area.
Royal Palace
The vast rooms of this regal residence are home to one of the world’s most well-preserved collections of Empire-style furnishings.
Madame Tussauds
Get up close and personal with the icons of yesterday and today at Amsterdam’s branch of this popular global waxworks museum.
University of Amsterdam
Walk around the campus at University of Amsterdam during your visit to Amsterdam. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and great live music in this vibrant area.
Activities
Blue Boat Company - 75 minute City Canal Cruise
Amsterdam: 1-Hour Canal Cruise from Central Station
Amsterdam: ARTIS Royal Zoo Entry Ticket
Volendam, Marken & Windmills Day Trip from Amsterdam
Amsterdam Small-Group Canal Cruise Including Snacks and Drinks
Our pick of the best Binnenstad Hotel Deals
Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam
Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025
Radisson Blu Hotel, Amsterdam City Center
Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025
Kimpton De Witt Amsterdam by IHG
Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025
Anantara Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky Amsterdam
Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025
Hotel Old Quarter
Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025
NH City Centre Amsterdam
Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Binnenstad
Old Town Amsterdam
Known for its fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Old Town Amsterdam. Top attractions like Dam Square and Warmoesstraat are major draws. Catch the metro at Dam Stop or Nieuwezijds Kolk Stop to see more of the city.
Red Light District
Oude Kerk and Warmoesstraat are just a few worthwhile attractions to visit in Red Light District. Travellers also love the fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries.
Amsterdam City Centre
Known for its fascinating museums, charming cafes and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Amsterdam City Centre. Top attractions like Dam Square and Nieuwmarkt Square are major draws. Catch the metro at Nieuwmarkt Station or Waterlooplein Station to see more of the city.
Grachtengordel-West
While you're in Grachtengordel-West, take in top sights like Herengracht Canal or Prinsengracht, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Westermarkt Stop or Koningsplein Stop.
Nieuwmarkt en Lastage
If you're spending time in Nieuwmarkt en Lastage, check out sights like Nemo Science Museum or Nieuwmarkt Square and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Nieuwmarkt Station or Mr. Visserplein Stop.
Grachtengordel-Zuid
While you're in Grachtengordel-Zuid, take in top sights like Reguliersdwarsstraat or Flower Market, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Muntplein Tram Stop or Rembrandtplein Stop.
