Binnenstad
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 great live music and acclaimed theatre scene 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 fascinating museums and great live music in this vibrant area.
Things to do

90 Minute Blue Boat Company Evening Cruise

Day Trip to Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam and Marken from Amsterdam

Amsterdam XtraCold Icebar Tickets with Drinks

Amsterdam Canal Cruise by Semi-Open Boat

Amsterdam: Dutch Mini Pancakes (Poffertjes)
Top hotels in Binnenstad

Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam
Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025

Kimpton De Witt Amsterdam by IHG
Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025

Radisson Blu Hotel, Amsterdam City Center
Reviewed on 31 Jul 2025

CS Hotel
Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025

Renaissance Amsterdam Hotel
Reviewed on 29 Jul 2025

Anantara Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky Amsterdam
Reviewed on 1 Aug 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
Dam Square and Oude Kerk 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.
- Dam Square
- Amsterdam Museum
- Sexmuseum
- Royal Palace
- Madame Tussauds
- Warmoesstraat
- Berlage Stock Exchange
- National Monument
- Amsterdam Dungeon
- Nieuwmarkt Square
- Prostitution Information Centre
- St. Nicholas Church
- Muntplein
- Oude Kerk
- Torture Museum
- Koningsplein
- Begijnhof
- Museum Ons' Lieve Heer op Solder