Amsterdam Neighborhood
Jordaan
Charming canals, cozy cafes, boutique shopping, and the most Amsterdam feeling you can get.
The Jordaan is where Amsterdam gets personal. My friend Sara lives here and swears she will never leave — and honestly I get it. Tiny streets, canal-side cafes, vintage shops, and the kind of neighborhood where your barista knows your name by day two. It used to be working class, now it is one of the most desirable areas in the city, but it kept its character. You can still find tiny galleries, independent bookshops, and the Noordermarkt on Saturdays. If you only visit one neighborhood, make it this one.
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