Binnenstad Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Binnenstad
Popular places to visit
Dam Square
Visit Amsterdam’s lively central square, a venue that’s seen both protests and celebrations.
Amsterdam Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Amsterdam Museum during your travels in Amsterdam. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries 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
Rub shoulders with your favourite celebrities and sports stars at this world-famous interactive waxworks exhibition.
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
Volendam, Marken & Windmills Day Trip from Amsterdam
Day Trip to Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam and Marken from Amsterdam
Amsterdam All-Inclusive 90-Minutes Canal Cruise by Captain Jack
Amsterdam: 1-Hour Canal Cruise from Central Station
Blue Boat Company - 75 minute City Canal Cruise
Our pick of the best Binnenstad Hotel Deals
Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam
Clean, comfy bed, nice breakfast and has a sauna, perfect
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Kimpton De Witt Amsterdam by IHG
Great location and nice hotel with welcoming, friendly and helpful staff
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Radisson Blu Hotel, Amsterdam City Center
Rooms are spacious and clean. Hotel is a tad bit dated and can use a renovation soon. Good location close by much in the Centrum. Very accommodating staff with early check in / check out, subject to availability.
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Hotel Old Quarter
Nice stay with good staff in a super convenient location.
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
INK Hotel Amsterdam - MGallery
Center to the city easy to get anywhere, and amazing staff
Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025
Hotel Amsterdam De Roode Leeuw
The location is perfect. The room was big enough (superior room) and clean.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 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.
