De Jordaan

More a part of old Amsterdam that you want to live in, and that’s what’s happening. It’s hipster, European style. Restaurants seem to give that vibe but that’s not too bad. You can’t rob old Amsterdam of its charm, no matter how many pretentious people you throw at it.

Jordaan is one of the nicest areas to explore. The picture you get when you think of Amsterdam — it’s here.
Lots of cafés, coffee shops and cute places. Lots of people even if it less than around Dam.
Beware of fast riding cyclists! They are everywhere.

This is a wonderful neighborhood just north and west of the city center. It’s got all the little shops, boutiques and restaurants that you’d expect in an area like this. I shop in this area frequently and eat there occasionally. It’s a great place to sit on a terrace and enjoy a drink in the sun or to have a nice lunch or dinner. It’s also a great place to window shop and walk your dog.

I loved living in the Jordaan this fall. It’s kind of like Greenwich Village, kind of like SoHo and just a whole lot of character.
Home to many of Amsterdam’s best restaurants and shops, the many streets of the Jordaan are a treat to explore. The main canals provide the structure with many side streets making up much of the character that is the Jordaan.
If you have a desire to get away from the touristy Dam, head down the Raidhuisstraat, make a right on any of the canals and you’ll find yourself in the heart of the Jordaan.