Jordaan

Postcard‑perfect canals, brown cafés, indie boutiques, and hidden courtyards.

Why Visit Jordaan

•Charming canals with 17th-century merchant houses
•Art galleries and vintage boutiques on every corner
•Cozy brown cafés (traditional Dutch pubs) full of locals
•Weekly markets including the famous Noordermarkt
•Historic hofjes (hidden courtyards) to discover

Getting to Jordaan

Tram:

17 to Westermarkt

3 to Marnixplein

By Bike:

10 minutes from Central Station along scenic canals

Best For

Romantic walks

Local atmosphere

Photography

Antique shopping

Café culture

Art lovers

Must See

•Anne Frank House (book 2 months ahead)
•Westerkerk church and tower
•Noordermarkt on Mondays and Saturdays
•The narrowest house in Amsterdam (Singel 7)
•Houseboat Museum

Hidden Gems

Local favorites off the beaten path

•Begijnhof courtyard - medieval oasis
•Café Papeneiland - unchanged since 1642
•Electric Ladyland - fluorescent art museum
•St. Andrieshofje - secret garden courtyard
•Pianola Museum - self-playing pianos

Food & Drink

Best Breakfast Spots:

• Winkel 43 - legendary apple pie
• Café de Prins - local favorite
• Corner Bakery - artisan breads

Great for Lunch:

• Café de Reiger - traditional Dutch
• Greenwoods - British-style brunch
• Bordeau - French bistro

Dinner Recommendations:

• Restaurant Greetje - modern Dutch
• Toscanini - authentic Italian
• Café de Jordaan - cozy local spot

Coffee & Cafés:

• Café Smalle - canal-side terrace
• Café Nol - karaoke with locals
• Two for Joy Coffee - specialty roasts

Bars & Nightlife:

• Vesper Bar - craft cocktails
• Café de Dokter - smallest bar
• Proeflokaal Arendsnest - Dutch beers only

Shopping

•Haarlemmerdijk - independent shops and vintage
•Noordermarkt - antiques on Monday, farmers on Saturday
•Rozengracht - mix of chains and local stores
•Elandsgracht - vintage clothing paradise
•9 Streets (9 Straatjes) - boutique shopping

Where to Stay

Budget Options:

• SWEETS hotel - converted bridge houses
• Linden Hotel - boutique on a budget
• Hotel V Nesplein - modern and affordable

Mid-Range Hotels:

• The Hoxton Amsterdam - trendy canal views
• Ambassade Hotel - literary themed
• Canal House - boutique luxury

Luxury Hotels:

• Pulitzer Amsterdam - 25 canal houses
• Waldorf Astoria - grand luxury
• The Dylan - intimate 5-star

Insider Tips

From locals who know Jordaan best

1.Visit Anne Frank House early morning or late evening to avoid crowds
2.Monday is the best day for Noordermarkt - both flea market and farmers market
3.Get lost in the side streets - the best cafés are hidden
4.Rent a bike from a local shop, not tourist rental
5.Try bitterballen (Dutch snack) at any brown café
6.Respect residents - this is a real neighborhood, not a theme park

Things to Avoid

⚠Eating at tourist restaurants on main streets
⚠Shopping at overpriced cheese shops
⚠Walking in bike lanes (seriously dangerous)
⚠Taking photos of residents through windows
⚠Visiting only on weekends - very crowded