Jordaan neighbourhood
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Jordaan - by Marcel Witte on Unsplash
Description
The Jordaan is one of Amsterdam's most upscale neighbourhoods. It is located on the western side of the city centre, framed by the Singel, Brouwer, Prinsen and Leidse canals to the West, North, East and South respectively. It was developed in the 17th century and several canals were filled-in over the decades. Since the 1960's there has been a massive gentrification and the original blue-collar residents have left due to the rising unaffordability, giving way to wealthy residents, modern art galleries, restaurants, and fashion shops.
Access & Transport
The Westermarkt tram station (13, 17) borders the area on the eastern side and tram line #5 runs along the western one from Jordaan station (north-west) to Elandsgracht (south-west) It is a 15mins walk from the centre of the neighbourhood to Dam Square.
Instructions & Recommendations
We would recommend combining sightseeing with a visit of Anne Frank House, the 9 Streets neighbourhood just to the east or head towards the museum quarter to the south. If you are planning to shop, take note that most stores only open around 10h/11h
Environmental & Social
No environmental data but there is no excess of energy consumption. Some negative community impact from the rising rents that is partially compensated by the development of many independent businesses
Conclusion
Over the last decades, the Jordaan has developed a well-balanced mix of commercial activities led by small independent operators and a still very authentic residential life in one of the city's trademark environments with canals, narrow streets, and well-preserved canal houses. This success has drawn an increasing number of tourists and resulted in price increases, but as long as its atmosphere is preserved, we think this is one of the best neighbourhoods to visit in Amsterdam.
Key positive
Plenty of quaint canal houses
Good range of restaurants and accommodation
Key negative
Quite an expensive neighbourhood
Suitability
Suitable for all ages and accessible for visitors with reduced mobility
About this Rating
TYPE
Desktop
RESEARCHED IN
June 2024
PROVIDER
Koreval
av. transport time:0h 20m
est. visit time:2h
Sunrise / early morningOk
MorningOk
Lunch timeOk
AfternoonOk
Sunset / eveningOk
Night – bef. midnightOk
Night – aft. midnightNo