Binnenstad Travel Guide
Amsterdam
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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.
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.
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.
Kalverstraat
During your visit to Amsterdam, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Kalverstraat. Discover the fascinating museums in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.
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.
Warmoesstraat
Learn about the local history of Amsterdam with a stop at Warmoesstraat. Discover the fascinating museums in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.
Things to do
Anne Frank's Story - Guided Walking Tour through Amsterdam
Amsterdam: The 'Hollandsche Manege' Stables Entry Ticket
Volendam, Marken & Windmills Day Trip from Amsterdam
Blue Boat Company - 75 minute City Canal Cruise
Day Trip to Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam and Marken from Amsterdam
Top hotels in Binnenstad
Anantara Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky Amsterdam
"Excellent hotel!"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam
"It was great. Staff were great"
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Rho Hotel
"The hotel was perfect for our needs as a place to relax and sleep after a day of sightseeing. It was clean, basic, air-conditioned, and very well situated. The decor needs an uplift however. The staff was superb! They gave fantastic suggestions for restaurants and they were friendly and very helpful. ..."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
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Inntel Hotels Amsterdam Centre
"A very nice hotel. The only complaint would be the occasional smell of a bad drain. The exhaust fan in the shower area (which is constantly on) is pulling so much air, I suspect it is pulling fumes from the shower drain (which evidently doesn’t have a P trap under the base)."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
NH City Centre Amsterdam
"Staff was helpful, luggage elevator, breakfast was amazing, great location, believe me bc I am not paid in any way to write this & I am hard to please.."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Binnenstad
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 Leidseplein are major draws. Catch the metro at Nieuwmarkt Station or Waterlooplein Station to see more of the city.
Jordaan
Get to know Jordaan and its many features like its breweries and churches. You might want to explore sights like Johnny Jordaanplein / Beeld Johnny Jordaan and Houseboat Museum, and you can jump on the metro at Bloemgracht Stop or Rozengracht Stop to get around the city.
Museum Quarter
Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Museum Quarter. Check out top attractions like Van Gogh Museum and Rijksmuseum, and jump on the metro at Van Baerlestraat Stop or Concertgebouw Tram Stop to see more of the city.
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 Flower Market, and jump on the metro at Muntplein Tram Stop or Rembrandtplein Stop to see more of the city.
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 Leidseplein are major draws. Catch the metro at Dam Stop or Nieuwezijds Kolk Stop to see more of the city.
