Staying in the Jordaan
The Jordaan changes as you walk from Noordermarkt toward Rozengracht. Around the northern market squares, your morning route can follow Lindengracht and Brouwersgracht; farther south, Elandsgracht gives you a useful shopping street. Courtyard entrances can look inviting, but many belong to residents, so treat open doors as private unless visitor access is clearly indicated.
At a glance
- Best for
- Couples, quiet charm
- At night
- Quiet
- Getting around
- Trams on the edges; on foot
- Price level
- €€€
Narrow lanes, hidden courtyards and neighborhood cafes on the west side of the canals, and a short walk from Centraal.
Good for
- Couples and anyone who likes small streets
- Cafes, markets and galleries
- Quiet nights close to the canals
Think twice if
- You want a big hotel with a lift
- You want to be beside the museums
- You'd rather have a livelier restaurant street
What is near Jordaan
Noordermarkt
From Westerstraat at Prinsengracht, walk about five minutes to the square and check market days before planning a visit.
Brouwersgracht
Allow about ten minutes from Noordermarkt to reach the canal, then follow the water toward its junction with Prinsengracht.
Anne Frank House
Walk about ten minutes south from Noordermarkt along Prinsengracht; the museum entrance is around the corner on Westermarkt.
Eating in Jordaan
Winkel 43 sits on Noordermarkt, making it an easy stop before or after a walk through the northern lanes. Café Papeneiland is near the meeting of Brouwersgracht and Prinsengracht. Elsewhere, look along Westerstraat and around Elandsgracht for casual restaurants, bakeries and neighborhood cafes.
Getting around from Jordaan
There is no metro station within the Jordaan. Reach trams on Rozengracht for the southern half, or walk toward Centraal from the northern half. A suitcase route along wider streets is often easier than cutting through every lane; allow extra time for bridges and crossings.
Hotels in Jordaan
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Staying in the Jordaan
Can I visit the courtyards?
Some courtyards allow visitors during limited hours, while others are private. Read signs at each entrance and keep voices low near residents' windows.
Is Noordermarkt a daily market?
No. Market activity depends on the day, with different stalls on different market days. Check the current schedule before making it your main outing.
Where should I stay for easier tram access?
Look toward Rozengracht or the southern end of the neighborhood. Check the actual walk from your door to the stop before booking.