Binnenstad Travel Guide
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 theatre scene 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.
Sexmuseum
You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Sexmuseum in Amsterdam. Discover the acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.
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 theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Activities
Amsterdam: Canal Booze Cruise with Unlimited Drinks Option
Amsterdam Combo: Van Gogh Museum & 1-Hour Canal Cruise
Amsterdam: Moco Museum Entrance Tickets with Banksy & More
Amsterdam: Evening Canal Cruise with Unlimited Drinks Option
Blue Boat Company City Canal Cruise & Rijksmuseum
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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 Anne Frank House are major draws. Catch the metro at Dam Stop or Nieuwezijds Kolk Stop to see more of the city.
Red Light District
The fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries are notable features of Red Light District. Make a stop by Dam Square or Oude Kerk while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Amsterdam Central Metro Station to get around town.
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 Anne Frank House are major draws. Catch the metro at Nieuwmarkt Station or Waterlooplein Station to see more of the city.
Burgwallen Nieuwe Zijde
If you're spending time in Burgwallen Nieuwe Zijde, check out sights like Dam Square or Amsterdam Museum and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Paleisstraat Tram Stop or Spui Stop.
Grachtengordel-West
While you're in Grachtengordel-West, take in top sights like Anne Frank House or Herengracht Canal, 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.