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Jordaan

A charming old working-class quarter of narrow canals, little bars, galleries and Saturday markets.

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Open
Always
Price
Free
Time Needed
2 hours
Address
Jordaan, AmsterdamDirections
Getting There
A walk from the Anne Frank House, or tram 13 or 17 to Westermarkt.

Why Go

Built for workers and immigrants in the 17th century, the Jordaan is now one of the city's most sought-after places to live, with brown cafés, courtyard almshouses and quiet canals.

On Saturdays, the Noordermarkt holds an organic farmers' market and a flea market.

Nearby in Amsterdam

Anne Frank House4 min walk · Must-SeeWesterkerk4 min walkDam Square14 min walkBegijnhof16 min walk

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