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.
Amsterdam Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Amsterdam Museum during your travels in Amsterdam. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and great live music 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.
University of Amsterdam
Walk around the campus at University of Amsterdam during your visit to Amsterdam. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and great live music in this vibrant area.
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.
Sexmuseum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Sexmuseum during your travels in Amsterdam. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Amsterdam: Luxury Cruise Unlimited Drinks & Snacks Option
Amsterdam: Zaanse Schans 3-Hour Small Group Tour
From Amsterdam: Day Trip to Bruges in Spanish or English
Giethoorn and Zaanse Schans Windmills Day Trip from Amsterdam
From Amsterdam: Bruges Guided Day Trip in English
Amsterdam: 3-Course Meal in Historic 1st Class Waiting Rooms
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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.
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.
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.