Binnenstad Travel Guide
Amsterdam
Visit Binnenstad
Popular places to visit
Dam Square
Amsterdam’s iconic square, with its cobbled stones and grand historical buildings, is a lively gathering place and venue for 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
Feel like a guest at a VIP party: get your photo taken with Hollywood A-Listers and world leaders in this interactive 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.
Things to do
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
Giethoorn, Zaanse Schans Windmills Guided Day Trip from Amsterdam
Amsterdam Small-Group Canal Cruise Including Snacks and Drinks
Top hotels in Binnenstad
Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam
Spotless room, great service!
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
Kimpton De Witt Amsterdam by IHG
We loved the room and the hotel - thank you so much!
Reviewed on 29 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
Smaller room in an older building. The room was clean, had a nice view of the canal and easy access to all the dining, bars and shopping that you could imagine. At night the WIFI was spotty or non existent because it was shared with the bar on the first floor. If you DO NOT BOOK a Canal View Room ...
Reviewed on 25 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.
