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.
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 theatre scene and fascinating museums 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.
Kalverstraat
During your visit to Amsterdam, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Kalverstraat. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.
Warmoesstraat
Learn about the local history of Amsterdam with a stop at Warmoesstraat. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.
Activities
Amsterdam: Evening Canal Cruise with (Open) Bar on Board
Official Tickets: Moco Modern & Contemporary Art Museum
Giethoorn, Zaanse Schans Windmills Guided Day Trip from Amsterdam
Volendam, Marken & Windmills Day Trip from Amsterdam
Amsterdam Canal Cruise With Live Guide and Unlimited Drinks
Our pick of the best Binnenstad Hotel Deals
Hotel Old Quarter
Clean room, stairs rather steep but we managed but less mobile wouldn’t. Friendly staff and very good breakfast. Excellent location.
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Renaissance Amsterdam Hotel
The staff was amazing.
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam
Enjoyed my stay with no hassle or complaints. Room was decent, sauna and pool area was lovely. The staff were nice and accommodating.
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Anantara Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky Amsterdam
Excellent hotel, great rooms, fantastic location
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Hotel Estheréa
We had a lovely stay here from Saturday to Wednesday! We had a canal view room with lots of windows to watch the water go by, it was a nice size with a great bath/shower. Staff were helpful and friendly. Only issue we noted was rooms were often cleaned later in the day, on one occasion we arrived ...
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Inntel Hotels Amsterdam Centre
They upgraded my single room and was available for early check-in room was big enough for four people I always stay at the Inntel and would highly recommend for the location friendly staff and overall spotless you won't be disappointed
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
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 BODY WORLDS Amsterdam 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.
Canal Ring
Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Canal Ring. Check out top attractions like Reguliersdwarsstraat and Theater Tuschinski, and jump on the metro at Muntplein Tram Stop or Rembrandtplein Stop to see more of the city.
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.
